There are more than 800 million pages as of August 1999, according to the Los Angeles Times. Because there is so much available, it's likely you'll find something on almost any topic. Although the web provides a wealth of timely information, there are limitations to its usefulness. Like those traditional formats, some of it is not. It is easy to create professional-looking web pages using easily obtained, even free, software.
Some organizations provide free web publishing space.
Others provide web space to their subscribers, so anyone with a few dollars can get their information published on the web. The information that is published does not necessarily have to meet any standards of accuracy or completeness. The web isn't always the best place to look for information. Traditional sources are often more efficient, accurate, and complete. Your local reference librarian can help you determine the best sources to use, which may save you a lot of research time.