One of the main methods used to find information on the internet is searching for it using a search engine. Popular search engines include Google, Yahoo, Bing, Stumbleupon, and blinx. When trying to find the best search engine for you, the main things to take into consideration are the ease of use, the ability of the engine to return results quickly, the ability of the engine to provide access to frequently updated web pages and web-based files, present the most relevant search results for a search, and clearly indicate sponsored links. To search using a search engine simply type what you desire to search for in the search box. If you put your search term in quotes (for example "University at Buffalo" as opposed to University at Buffalo) the results will be more specific to what you searched for. Using natural language, or complete sentences, often results in stop words, or short unimportant words that are ignored by the engine. Once you have searched, you must examine your search for the most fitting website to examine. The factors you should take into consideration when examining your search results include the authority, or the people in charge of the website, which can help to establish how reliable the website is. Secondly, it is good to determine any bias in the websites presentation. The scope, or amount of information on the site should also be examined. Lastly, design and functionality should be looked at, this will provide insight into the websites quality and reliability.
No comments:
Post a Comment