| Google
By default, Google only returns pages that include all of your
search terms. There is no need to include "and" between terms.
Use quotes for an exact term match. Keep in mind that the order
in which the terms are typed will affect the search results.
To restrict a search further, just include more terms.
Yahoo
Yahoo! is a subject-based directory that happens to be searchable,
so if you're not looking for a specific Web site, choose search
terms based on the general subject you're interested in. It
is best to click on the categories listed and then search to
limit your results. When other people have done searches similar
to yours, Yahoo lists these queries right under the search box.
One of these might help you narrow your results.
AllTheWeb.com
Powered by Yahoo, you may find AllTheWeb a lighter, more customizable
search experience than you get at Yahoo itself. AlltheWeb displays
common search terms that are associated with your query based
on previous users' queries. Click on a search term to narrow
your search. If AlltheWeb finds more than one page of results
for your query, you can find the "Search within your results"
link next to the search box at the bottom of your results page.
Use quotes for an exact term match.
Altavista
You don't need to use any special commands or punctuation. Be
as specific as you can. When you enter a rare term or phrase,
you are very likely to get good matches. If you enter a general
term that appears on millions of Web pages, chances are that
to get what you really want you'll have to refine your search
by entering more related words. It is best to click on the categories
listed and then search to limit your results.
Ask.com
Ask.com was formerly called AskJeeves. This search engine that
let you search by asking questions and responds with what seemed
to be the right answer to everything. Ask.com has a smart search
feature that will often present additional information related
to the subject matter you are seeking. These items appear at
the top of the page, above the search results.
For further information:
A Guide to Searching the Internet
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