I want to use the Web. How Do I Start?

Plan your search before you start!

It's important to give some thought to your search strategy.

• Are you just beginning or are you an expert searcher?
• Do you want to find out some knowledge on a fairly broad subject? Or
• Do you have a specific objective in mind?
  like finding out everything you can about Princess Diana
  or the latest information on"Pokeman Cards"

If you're more interested in broad, general information, the first place to go is to a Web Directory.

If you're after narrow, specific information, a Web search engine is probably a better choice.

And if you get stuck, don't be hard on yourself. One of the most ridiculous misconceptions or urban myths ever heard is that "you can find anything on the Internet." This is about as true as saying that there are diamonds in every coal mine.

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This file prepared and presented as an aid to help students understand the web.  Send questions or comments to Royce Shook