Introduction to Multimedia

Chapter 2: Multimedia Online

Go Online Activities 2.2

2.2 Online Searches

Introduction:
Learn more about the features of different search engines and how to use them efficiently.

Directions:
Read the questions below.
Click on the Destination Site link(s) to open a new browser window.
Apply what you learn to answer the questions.
Check your work carefully, and click Submit.

Destination Site: Web Search Strategies
Destination Site: Recommended Search Engines


Note: If a link is inactive or to find other Internet sites with similar information, get permission from your teacher to use a search engine.
Here are some keywords you might use:
Web search function, Web site search feature

1
What is a search query?
2
According to the first destination Web site, what two key steps are involved in successful searching? You must have a clear understanding of how to prepare your search and you must identify the main concepts in your search, including any synonyms, alternate spellings, etc.
3
What does the second destination Web site say is an advantage of using at least two search engines?
4
How does the second Web site explain the purpose of spiders?
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