Power Searching the Internet

Power Searching the Internet
Author: Nicole Hennig
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 115
Release: 2018-12-07
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1440866988

Learn how to help your library patrons deepen their internet searches to more effectively find information, images, videos, statistics, maps, books, definitions, translations, and more. You know how to dash off a quick Google search, but do you know how to go further with your searching to get everything you actually need? Written in an engaging, conversational tone, this handy guide introduces you to shortcuts and some of the hidden features and filters offered by many search tools—such as limiting by site, domain, or date—and to several free but little-known search tools. With concrete examples and practical how-to tips, you'll learn to effectively search Google, Wolfram Alpha, social media platforms, and other internet search tools—and how to teach your patrons to do the same. The information comprised in this volume can be easily shared with patrons to help them in their searches and may be used in information literacy courses.

Internet Power Searching

Internet Power Searching
Author: Phil Bradley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2002
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

A guide to effective Internet searching, providing information on how search engines and related software and utilities work, and including lists of sites that help further understanding of Internet searching, and details of useful utilities.

Power Searching the Internet

Power Searching the Internet
Author: Nicole Hennig
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 141
Release: 2018-12-07
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

Learn how to help your library patrons deepen their internet searches to more effectively find information, images, videos, statistics, maps, books, definitions, translations, and more. You know how to dash off a quick Google search, but do you know how to go further with your searching to get everything you actually need? Written in an engaging, conversational tone, this handy guide introduces you to shortcuts and some of the hidden features and filters offered by many search tools—such as limiting by site, domain, or date—and to several free but little-known search tools. With concrete examples and practical how-to tips, you'll learn to effectively search Google, Wolfram Alpha, social media platforms, and other internet search tools—and how to teach your patrons to do the same. The information comprised in this volume can be easily shared with patrons to help them in their searches and may be used in information literacy courses.

The Information Specialist's Guide to Searching and Researching on the Internet and the World Wide Web

The Information Specialist's Guide to Searching and Researching on the Internet and the World Wide Web
Author: Ernest Ackermann
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2014-06-11
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1135966982

Written by a professor of computer science and a reference librarian, this guide covers basic browser usage, e-mail, and discussion groups; discusses such Internet staples as FTP and Usenet newsgroups; presents and compares numerous search engines; and includes models for acquiring, evaluating, and citing resources within the context of a research project. The emphasis of the book is on learning how to create search strategies and search expressions, how to evaluate information critically, and how to cite resources. All of these skills are presented as within the context of step-by-step activities designed to teach basic Internet research skills to the beginner and to hone the skills of the seasoned practitioner.

Search Engines for the World Wide Web

Search Engines for the World Wide Web
Author: Alfred Glossbrenner
Publisher: Peachpit Press
Total Pages: 347
Release: 2001
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 020173401X

Demonstrates successful search strategies while analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of Yahoo!, AltaVista, Excite, Infoseek, Lycos, and Hot-Bot, describing advanced features and query terminology for each.

US Power and the Internet in International Relations

US Power and the Internet in International Relations
Author: M. Carr
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2016-04-08
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1137550244

Despite the pervasiveness of the Internet and its importance to a wide range of state functions, we still have little understanding of its implications in the context of International Relations. Combining the Philosophy of Technology with IR theories of power, this study explores state power in the information age.

Google Power Search

Google Power Search
Author: Stephan Spencer
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 73
Release: 2011-07-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1449311563

Behind Google's deceptively simple interface is immense power for both market and competitive research—if you know how to use it well. Sure, basic searches are easy, but complex searches require specialized skills. This concise book takes you through the full range of Google's powerful search-refinement features, so you can quickly find the specific information you need. Learn techniques ranging from simple Boolean logic to URL parameters and other advanced tools, and see how they're applied to real-world market research examples. Incorporate advanced search operators such as filetype:, intitle:, daterange:, and others into your queries Use Google filtering tools, including Search Within Results, Similar Pages, and SafeSearch, among others Explore the breadth of Google through auxiliary search services like Google News, Google Books, Google Blog Search, and Google Scholar Acquire advanced Google skills that result in more effective search engine optimization (SEO)

Internet Research

Internet Research
Author: Ned L. Fielden
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2001-01-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0786450215

To many people, the use of computers and the Internet as research tools is not a new concept. To others, though, computers are a relatively recent if necessary addition to their research toolkit. A lack of experience presents many difficulties for first-time users and others with limited computer know-how. This work, a second edition to the acclaimed Internet Research: Theory and Practice provides useful information for anyone who wants to broaden the range and scope of their research tools or anyone who wants to increase their knowledge about what is available electronically. The author discusses the following: basic methods of research using Internet protocols, Internet history, techniques for online searching, research theory and suggestions for maximizing results, mechanisms helpful in distinguishing good from bad or mediocre information, and ways for individuals to improve their research skills. Also included is an expanded discussion of Internet search engines and their operation, issues in scholarly communication and other emerging matters, and an enlarged and updated bibliography.

Special Edition Using the Internet and Web

Special Edition Using the Internet and Web
Author: Michael Miller
Publisher: Que Publishing
Total Pages: 728
Release: 2001
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780789726131

Special Edition Using the Internet and Web covers multiple individual end-user activities-it's like having a dozen activity-specific books under a single cover! The book is organized by activity-how people spend their time online. Each chapter describes a specific activity, and shows users the best ways to engage in that activity online-complete with real-world tips and advice for getting the most of that time online. Topics range from getting connected-and getting connected faster-to online shopping and downloading MP3 files. In short, whatever users want to do online, they'll find in this book-without having to wade through hundreds of pages of software-specific instruction.

Network World

Network World
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2002-02-25
Genre:
ISBN:

For more than 20 years, Network World has been the premier provider of information, intelligence and insight for network and IT executives responsible for the digital nervous systems of large organizations. Readers are responsible for designing, implementing and managing the voice, data and video systems their companies use to support everything from business critical applications to employee collaboration and electronic commerce.