Topics include an introduction to the Internet, WWW and Netscape, a glossary of Internet and Netscape jargon and Strategies for searching the World Wide Web. Straightforward, common-sense advice on simple strategies to improve your searching on the Internet. Some strategies include using the right medium for your need, reading search engine instructions and learning how to use one or two search engines well, exploiting your browser and asking your librarian for help. An article from the June edition of Writers Write - The Internet Writing Journal . Contents include learning to use search engines effectively, links to the major search engines and meta-search engines with tips on how to use them effectively and using advanced search options.
Answers are straightforward and contain clear explanations without being simple.
Considers the six leading search engines - AltaVista, Excite, HotBot, Infoseek, Lycos, and WebCrawler. Contents include a brief explanation of the differences between search engines, the robot technology used by search engines, spiders and indexes and an explanation of Boolean logic. A set of strategies designed for the average Web user who wants to find information fast. Includes history and background to searching on the Internet, understanding how search engines work, getting the most out of search engines and related services. An in-depth examination of subject directories and search engines.