Web Search
By Marziah Karch, About.com Guide
Google is so popular as a search engine that the name is synonymous with Web search. Not only does Google search for standard Web pages, Google can search for images, patents, products, videos, stock reports, and more.
Google Web Search Basics
Have you ever wondered what exactly Google is? How about that "I'm Feeling Lucky" button - ever wonder what it does? Have you ever had trouble finding things with so many search results? Here are some answers for you.
Google Power Search Tips
Google has a lot of powerful hidden syntax. It's pretty good at reading your mind when you type words in the search box, but it's even better when you can remember a simple command to find exactly what you want.
- Including and Excluding Search Terms in Google
- Include Synonyms in Google Searches
- How to Search Using Google Wildcards
- Search a Range of Numbers in Google
- Restrict Your Search to Specific File Types
- How to Find Some or All of Your Search Terms in Google
- More Google Power Search Tips
Hidden Google Search Engines
Google has tons of specialized search engines. There's a search engine that only searches through patents and one that only searches through print catalogs. You can even make your own specialized search engine.