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We all know that when you’re looking for something on the web, you can “Google” it, and often you’ll find what you need. “Google” is a fun word, easy to remember, and Google is constantly making updates to remain competitive.
But what if you need something a little more specific that you’re not finding on Google? There are many other search engines, which are designed to search for specialized topics. Archivist Marcus Zillman maintains an updated list of academic search engines here (last update, 06/15/07). Wikipedia has a list of categorized list of search engines, and Read/Write Web maintains a list of the top alternative search engines (last updated 02/05/07).
Not sure where to start? Debbie and Damon Abilock of NoodleTools have compiled a fantastic list of research needs paired with the search engines that best meet those needs. Here they have search engines for researchers of different ages, with levels of internet experience, and with special requirements. They’ll help you find facts or opinions; they’ll even help you find a topic to research!
So, the next time you’re looking for the answer to a question, try looking beyond Google.
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