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Abstract
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Searching the Internet effectively
necessitates the use of contemporary software programs commonly known as
"search engines" to locate desired and meaningful information.
Knowing how to effectively and efficiently utilize such search engines is
critical for effective and efficient knowledge-seeking activities by the
practitioner. Three categories of search engines are described in this
article along with an explanation of strategies to maximize the efficiency
of searching by appropriately using keywords and supplemental search
operators. Examples of major search engines are included in the
discussion. Keywords: Boolean searching, searching, search engines Citation: Day J. The Quest for Information: A Guide to Searching the Internet. J Contemp Dent Pract 2001 Nov;(2)4: 033-043. |
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Citation Number: Vol. 2, No. 4, Page 033 November 15, 2001 |
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