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Boolean operators - AND, OR, NOT to tie information together or to reduce irrelevant hits
mobile apps AND iPhone
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Industry research challenges? Look for broader level reports. Instead of apps for a specific health issue, try mobile apps and health or healthcare.
Getting started with NAICS and SIC codes:
What are NAICS and SIC codes?
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification Standard) and SIC (Standard Industry Classification) are used to classify businesses by industry. This classification allows for data to be collected by standardized industry codes.
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