And if you would like to check the opinions of others about the topic or information you're searching for, a hybrid engine that includes a review or rating area is the one to use. As with anything on the Web, the speed of your searches depends in part on how many other people are using the search tool at the same time. Make your searches as specific as possible. Make a list of possible word combinations before you start your search. You may need to try several variations to narrow the search to exactly what you're looking for.
Most search engines have links to help pages that offer tips and tricks.
Take advantage of the information they provide to help speed up your searches. Check your spelling. Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization all count. Be sure everything is correct before you start your search. To demonstrate how to search the Web, we'll show you how to use a hybrid search engine, Excite, to find information about gardening.