Comparison of Search Engines
Comparison of Search Engines:
Altavista, Yahoo, and Excite
Internet Exploration Project: Search Engine Analysis
Introduction
The use of search engines on the Internet is a very significant aspect towards attaining information ranging from research purposes, like stock quotes, to daily use such as the weather in your hometown. The ability to find information on these engines all depend on experience, knowledge of certain search techniques, and remembering the strengths and advantages of each engine for particular information. For my assignment, I have chosen to compare and contrast three popular search engines, Altavista, Yahoo, and Excite. Through the search of information on tourism in Taiwan, which I had little knowledge of before hand and to prepare me for my latter summer vacation, I recorded the engines’ advantages and disadvantages, their features, and the amount and quality of information they produced.
Review’s Intended Audience The review of these three search engines is intended for any individuals who use the Internet for information purposes. The audience can range from beginners of the Internet to experienced individuals who use the Internet everyday such as for research projects. All users of search engines should be able to locate information they need easily through the education of advanced searching techniques. Hopefully this review can assist others on the advantages and disadvantages of these three search engines in their future information retrieval purposes.
Resource’s Intended Audience The resources included in this review are intended for members of the community who are interested in the country of Taiwan and would like to learn more about this secluded territory. The information includes factual information such as political issues, social themes, and educational facts. The main focus of the review is toward the tourism aspect of Taiwan. There are many advertisements of travel agencies, hotels, and other
Altavista, Yahoo, and Excite
Internet Exploration Project: Search Engine Analysis
Introduction
The use of search engines on the Internet is a very significant aspect towards attaining information ranging from research purposes, like stock quotes, to daily use such as the weather in your hometown. The ability to find information on these engines all depend on experience, knowledge of certain search techniques, and remembering the strengths and advantages of each engine for particular information. For my assignment, I have chosen to compare and contrast three popular search engines, Altavista, Yahoo, and Excite. Through the search of information on tourism in Taiwan, which I had little knowledge of before hand and to prepare me for my latter summer vacation, I recorded the engines’ advantages and disadvantages, their features, and the amount and quality of information they produced.
Review’s Intended Audience The review of these three search engines is intended for any individuals who use the Internet for information purposes. The audience can range from beginners of the Internet to experienced individuals who use the Internet everyday such as for research projects. All users of search engines should be able to locate information they need easily through the education of advanced searching techniques. Hopefully this review can assist others on the advantages and disadvantages of these three search engines in their future information retrieval purposes.
Resource’s Intended Audience The resources included in this review are intended for members of the community who are interested in the country of Taiwan and would like to learn more about this secluded territory. The information includes factual information such as political issues, social themes, and educational facts. The main focus of the review is toward the tourism aspect of Taiwan. There are many advertisements of travel agencies, hotels, and other