Don't Just Surf: Effective Research Strategies for the Net (Paperback)

Everyone, it seems, is on Net. But what are they doing there? Many people are finding that they are so overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information, they never seem to find what they are looking for. This book is the answer to their prayers.

In this comprehensive revision of the highly regarded 1997 edition, all the chapters have been updated with new information and references to new sites and tools. Thee are three important new chapters: Purchasing Information on the Web, Search Tools by Subject, and Effective Strategies. There is also a new section on different file types which also explains how to download using plug-ins. A chapter on new developments looks at individual site indexes and site maps and includes developments on research on metadata. Don't Just Surf is both user-friendly and overflowing with diagrams and tips.