These search facilities are normally not limited to just Web sites. They will often do an excellent job producing related information at FTP, Gopher sites and even Usenet Newsgroups on occasion. Click here to access OTR's list of MetaSearch Engines. A quick way to access a metasearch page is through your browser's menu. Available at a cost are actual software applications called search assistants that simplify the overall search process by enhancing search capabilities and keeping track of results.
Mailing lists exist on the Internet as a way of disseminating information on a given topic.
You then receive e-mail generated by any of the members. Be careful, you may receive more volume than you anticipate. Below are some methods for searching for mail list that might interst you. Many popular Search sites allow creation of individualized home pages including predesignated requests for information in certain areas. Many of the main News services have also offered these personalized homepages.