Search Engines

Depending on what kind of information you are looking for, ie. general or specific, you will need to utilize either a search engine or a subject directory to locate information on the WWW.

Click on the following links to read more:

1. A great visual on How Search Engines Work
   


2. What is a search engine?
   
   
3. Search engines vs. directories.
   
   
4. How do search engines work?
   
   
5. Refining your search skills
   
   
6. Open the following web page to view a chart supported by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, rating many of the most frequently used search engines. It is updated quite frequently and worth adding to your favorites!
   Infopeople Search Tools Chart



7. Click on favorites. Add to your favorites list. Print a hard copy for yourself.



8. Click here and you will find all the search tools on one page:
   Another good URL to add to your favorites!
   Best Search Tools Page by Infopeople