Internet Power Searching: The Advanced Manual

Become a power searcher with this advanced guide to finding information on the Internet. Since the first edition was published, more search engines have been developed, more utilities have been created, and it has become even more difficult to find what you need quickly. This updated edition has been expanded to explain five types of search engines (free text, index- or directory-based, multi- or metasearch, natural language, and resource or site-specific search engines) and how they can work for you and your users. Full explanations and examples of exploiting search tools through relevance ranking and search term choices are offered. The text is laid out for easy use during search sessions and includes helpful screenshots, sidebars, icons, and searching tips. Packed with practical guidance, chapters include Finding Images, Sounds, and Multimedia Informationand Forty Tips and Hints for Better and Quicker Searching. You'll also find recommendations for the most effective and reliable Internet tools, advice on configuring popular browsers, and tips for the best use of software. For anyone seeking to upgrade their search skills--or to teach others to become power searchers--Bradley's new manual is the place to start.