Another approach for documenting what you find is to use a simple text program or a database program on your computer to keep a record of your hound work. When you come to a site that you want to remember, open a text editor. If the whole page seems interesting, you can also save the content as a plain text file. You can then designate a file name and location on your computer to save the text version of the web page in view. Be sure to select the option for Save as Text .
Most web browsers do a nice job of matching, in plain text characters, the layout of the web page.
If you would like to practice with some of these tools and tips, the webhound has prepared some practice exercises for you. You are at a friend's home showing her how to find stock quotes on the web, Her modem is slow and she is not impressed as you wait agonizing minutes for the pictures to load from every page you visit. Next, we learn to find things by scouting among the major Starting Point sites. Or, you can run back to the webhound's home to choose another section.