So when you think of the Internet, think big. Imagine the Net as the communications mall of the world, a place where millions of people can communicate with one another. You can use many different programs to search for information. If you're having difficulty with a search or if you just want to find an interesting topic, most search services now offer directories for you to pursue. In a directory, you can pick a general topic and work your way down to a specific site.
Directories are very easy to use and can lead to some great discoveries.
Some search services even provide reviews and ratings of Web sites. Most Web browsers offer access to search services on the browser's start page or on the browser's interface. Because most of the major search services are supported and paid for by advertisers, you don't have to pay to use them. New Internet search tools appear almost every month, and existing search tools are continually being improved. While Internet sources can be informative and valuable they should generally complement information from traditional print sources, not replace print sources entirely.