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Section 3:
Using Search Engines Effectively

Introduction to Section 3: Using Search Engines Effectively
What is a Search Engine?
Different Kinds of Search Engines
True Search Engines
Web Directories
Hybrids
Meta Search Engines
Medical and Health Care Search Tools
Choosing a Search Engine: Pick from These Popular Engines
Search Engine Reality Check!
Why Do Results Vary From Search Engine to Search Engine?
How Do Search Engines Display Results?
How Do Search Engines Rank Results?
Review Options 1
Quiz Yourself 1
Getting the Best Results from Search Engines
'Web' and 'Directory' Options
Advanced Search Features
Boolean Logic: AND/OR
Entering Your Search Question
Review Options 2
Quiz Yourself 2
To Learn More About Using Search Engines Effectively
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SECTION 3: USING SEARCH ENGINES EFFECTIVELY

QUIZ YOURSELF


Question #7: Which of the following options is NOT the best approach to take in learning to use search engines effectively?

Click on the question mark above the option that you would choose.

Become familiar with the "Advanced Features" or "Advanced Search" options.
Choose between the Web (larger database; more "hits") or Directory (smaller database; fewer "hits")options.
Learn how to combine search terms using Boolean Logic -- AND/OR/NOT.
Try the same search in lots of search engines until you find the information you need.


Question #8: What is one reason why you WOULD want to use the "Web Directory" or "Directory" option in a search engine?

Click on the question mark above the option that you would choose.

To generate fewer results.
To search a larger database of Web resources.
To eliminate overlap and duplication between search engines.


   
 
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