How to search the WWW. Introduction
At the end of this module, you'll be able to answer these questions:
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What is definition of a URL and some of the common domain names used in URLs? |
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How do I locate a website using the URL or a Search Engine? |
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How do I conduct a basic search in the Yahoo and AltaVista search engines? |
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What are some of the factors to consider in evaluating the quality of a website? |
You are
fairly familiar with the Web or you wouldn't be logged into this tutorial right now. Chances are
you've had exposure to the Web before and you've even
searched the Web for specific types of information. Many people who search the
Web are frustrated with the vast amount
of information they retrieve. Since anyone can publish on the Web, the
Web is a home for all kinds
of information.
The types of Web resources that might be useful to a university student could include the following:
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online databases that provide journal articles; |
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research information and clearinghouses for specific subjects; |
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images, film clips, and sound recordings; and |
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statistics and other government information. |
