In this tutorial you will learn about search engines and their usefulness on the web. You can access the sections or work through the whole tutorial. The first time through the tutorial you should work through the tutorial in sequence.

Main Sections:

Why is it important to learn how to search the Web?
How do I search for information on the Web?
What are search engines, when should I use them and what are their limitations?
What are subject directories and when should I use them?
What are metasearch engines and when should I use them?
What are some general tips for using search tools?
What are some good resources I can consult about search tools?

You can access each part through the pull out menu on the Search Engines button on the left or by clicking the underlined section above. Each part of the Search Engine tutorial includes information and after several sections you will see a short review to assess your knowledge.

To return to this page - Click the Search Engine Home Page pull out menu option.

You can begin the Search Engine tutorial by clicking the Next button, or selecting Why is it important to learn how to search the web from the pull out menu on the Search Engines button.

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