Search Tools

Search Tools and Guides

General Search Engines

For additional hints, read the "search tips" for each search engine.

General Search Tips and Suggestions

FindSpot--Helpful search tool that lists various search engines and provides examples for use them.
Finding Information on the Internet--A useful tutorial from the UC-Berkley on searching the Internet.
Spider's Apprentice--Tips on Searching the Web utilizing many popular search engines. Including searching tips and a guide to rating the search tools.
Specialized Search Engines
AT&T Directory of 800 Numbers--Specialized search tool for Toll-free telephone numbers.
Deja News--Specialized search engine for Internet newsgroups.
EMail Addresses--Specialized search tool for email addresses.
Switchboard--Specialized search tool for addresses and phone numbers.
For instructions on documenting Internet sources, refer to Citing Internet resources.
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