Download or read book Power Searching the Internet written by Nicole Hennig and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2018-12-07 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Internet Power Searching written by Phil Bradley and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Information Specialist s Guide to Searching and Researching on the Internet and the World Wide Web written by Ernest Ackermann and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-06-11 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Google Power Search written by Stephan Spencer and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2011-07-16 with total page 73 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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)
Download or read book Information Technology for Management written by Efraim Turban and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-01-31 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Information technology is ever-changing, and that means that those who are working, or planning to work, in the field of IT management must always be learning. In the new edition of the acclaimed Information Technology for Management, the latest developments in the real world of IT management are covered in detail thanks to the input of IT managers and practitioners from top companies and organizations from around the world. Focusing on both the underlying technological developments in the field and the important business drivers performance, growth and sustainability—the text will help students explore and understand the vital importance of IT’s role vis-a-vis the three components of business performance improvement: people, processes, and technology. The book also features a blended learning approach that employs content that is presented visually, textually, and interactively to enable students with different learning styles to easily understand and retain information. Coverage of next technologies is up to date, including cutting-edged technologies, and case studies help to reinforce material in a way that few texts can.
Download or read book Librarian s Guide to Online Searching written by Christopher C. Brown and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2018-07-20 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding and navigating online databases is an essential skill for today's librarians, but staying current in this changing landscape can be a challenge. The fifth edition of this vital book ensures that you meet that challenge. Today's librarians not only need to know about existing databases and how to perform searches within them but must also be able to teach search capabilities and strategies to library users. This practical guide introduces librarians to a broad spectrum of the fee-based and freely-available databases that are available, some of which are new to this edition, and explains their underlying information structures as well as updates to some standard databases. In addition, it covers search strategies, provides criteria for evaluating databases, and discusses how to teach others about databases. As in the previous edition, this book takes a "real world approach," covering everything from basic and advanced search tools to online subject databases. Each chapter includes a thorough discussion, recap, concrete examples, exercises, and points to consider, making this an ideal text for courses in database searching as well as a trustworthy professional resource.
Download or read book Academic Research on the Internet written by William Miller and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2001-03-19 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find what you’re looking for with the best Internet resources for academic research in the humanities, sciences, and social sciences! Which academic resource deserves more of your budget: printed books and journals or softly glowing terminals? The answer differs depending on the subject area, the availability and reliability of Internet information in that field, and the comparative value of Internet research and traditional print media. Academic Research on the Internet: Options for Scholars and Libraries gives you the information you need to make those choices. This comprehensive book examines the usability of the Internet as a scholarly research and reference tool. Each chapter provides a snapshot of Internet information access and usability in a specific subject area, comparing it to traditional print media. In addition, each chapter includes a selected webliography of key resources-a time-saving tool for librarians on the reference desk. Experts in specific subject areas provide up-to-the-minute assessments of the usefulness of the Internet for research in their fields, including: Arts and Architecture Biology Engineering Chemistry Physics and Mathematics Music Philosophy English and American Literature History Political Science Business Education Anthropology and Sociology Health Sciences Public Administration Law Environmental Sciences Reference Academic Research on the Internet is designed to provide the facts you need about the reliability, timeliness, and availability of Internet information. With this information, you can decide on the relative value of print subscriptions, assess the degree to which the Internet alone can satisfy users’ information needs, and make intelligent choices about budget allocation.
Download or read book Reading the Web Second Edition written by Elizabeth Dobler and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2015-06-02 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today's students need to know how to locate, comprehend, evaluate, and use online information efficiently and effectively. This widely used teacher guide and course text provides a framework for maximizing students' critical, creative use of the Web in grades 3-8. Research-based strategies for instruction and assessment across the content areas are clearly explained and linked to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). In a large-size format for easy photocopying, the book is packed with graphics, sidebars, lesson plans, and more than 90 reproducible handouts. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials. New to This Edition *Incorporates state-of-the-art research and Web resources. *Chapter on major Web 3.0 developments, such as the rise of social media and mobile devices. *Connections to the CCSS are identified throughout. *Stronger focus on Universal Design for Learning and differentiated instruction. *Larger format facilitates photocopying of the updated reproducible tools.
Download or read book Search Engines for the World Wide Web written by Alfred Glossbrenner and published by Peachpit Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Export America written by and published by . This book was released on with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Wrong Turn on the Information Superhighway written by Bettina Fabos and published by Teachers College Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes how students are being exposed to a commercialized version of the Internet and includes information on how to develop noncommercial resources.
Download or read book Reference and Information Services written by Kay Ann Cassell and published by American Library Association. This book was released on 2013 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Search skills of today bear little resemblance to searches through print publications. Reference service has become much more complex than in the past, and is in a constant state of flux. Learning the skill sets of a worthy reference librarian can be challenging, unending, rewarding, and-- yes, fun.
Download or read book Internet Business Intelligence written by David Vine and published by Information Today, Inc.. This book was released on 2000 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Business intelligence--the acquisition, management, and utilization of information--is crucial in the global marketplace of the 21st century. This savvy handbook explains how even the smallest firm can use inexpensive Web resources to create an Internet Business Intelligence System (IBIS) that rivals the multimillion-dollar systems of Fortune 500 companies. IBIS tracks competitors, explore markets, and evaluates opportunities and risks. It can also be used to launch a business, find customers, test new products, and increase sales.
Download or read book Internet Guide for Maintenance Management written by Joel Levitt and published by Industrial Press Inc.. This book was released on 1998 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guides maintenance professionals through the use of the Internet to solve maintenance problems, research maintenance issues, and find answers or additional resources. Chapters present such topics as search engines and supersites; government Internet sites; and newsgroups, forums, and chats. Annotat
Download or read book The Internet GigaBook For Dummies written by Peter Weverka and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-09-21 with total page 930 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get connected, get clicking, and get what you need from the Internet, whether that’s answers from Google, bargains from E-bay, music from iTunes, or merchandise from the thousands of shopping sites. The Internet Gigabook For Dummies has almost 900 pages jam-packed with information, how-tos, tips, techniques, advice, and short-cuts to help you use the Internet for all it’s worth! Whether you’re an experienced Web surfer or just daring to get your feet wet for the first time, you’ll discover how to get the most from the Internet and its most popular sites with information on: The basics—everything from installation to browsing, navigation, and setting up your e-mail account Googling—searching for information, photographs, newsgroups, bargains, and more Yahooing— searching, mail, shopping, chatting, playing games, doing financial research, and more Buying and selling on eBay—finding collectables, hard-to-find items, and bargains; bidding, buying, and paying online; and selling your own trash and treasures Making beautiful music together with iTunes—buying and playing music, burning CDs, organizing your music collection with playlists, and even editing on your iPod Creating your own Web Pages—building your first site, including the essentials and working with HTML, FrontPage, Dreamweaver, posting your Web site, and more Edited by Peter Weverka, author of many For Dummies books, The Internet Gigabook For Dummies includes information culled from eight For Dummies books. It’s like a greatest-hits collection! Even experienced surfers will discover some new tricks such as how to: Use Yahoo! Finance to get stock quotes, do financial research, and create an online portfolio Use Instant Messaging with AOL, MSN Messenger, or Yahoo! Messenger Shop Google Catalogs or use Froogle for online comparison shopping Use advanced techniques and bidding strategies to help you win in eBay auctions Use Yahoo! People Search to find old friends. search Yahoo! Personals to find true romance (or someone semi-compatible). place your own personal ad, and more Use Google News to scan the headlines, search for specific topics, follow related links to go in-depth, or track a story over time Whether you’re new to the Internet and want to learn how to set up your e-mail or have a great e-tail idea and want to set up an online business, this Gigabook, complete with an in-depth index, helps you get GigaValue from your online experience.
Download or read book Internet Technologies and Information Services written by Joseph B. Miller and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2014-08-26 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Internet has enabled the convergence of all things information-related. This book provides essential, foundational knowledge of the application of Internet and web technologies in the information and library professions. Internet Technologies and Information Services: Second Edition is a vital asset to students preparing for careers in library and information science and provides expanded coverage to important new developments while still covering Internet foundations. In addition to networking, the Internet, HTML, web design, web programming, XML, and web searching, this new edition covers additional topics such as cloud computing, content management systems, eBook technologies, mobile technologies and applications, relational database management systems (RDMS), open source software, and virtual private networking. It also provides information on virtualization and related systems, including desktop virtualization systems. With clear and simple explanations, the book helps students form a solid, basic IT knowledge that prepares them for more advanced studies in technology. It supplies an introductory history of the Internet and an examination of current trends with specific emphasis on how online information access affects the LIS fields. Author Joseph B. Miller, MSLS, explains Internet protocols and current broadband connectivity options; Internet security issues and steps to take to block threats; building the web with markup languages, programming, and content management systems; and elements of information access on the web: content formats, information retrieval, and Internet search.
