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Search Engines and Search Tools for the Internet

Doing Business Research on the Internet Interview by Robert Berkman, Author & Editor of Research-oriented Publications
Tips for Submitting your URL to Search Engines and Directories Some rules-of-thumb to observe while submitting your new site to search engines, directories, and announcement services. How 'engines' differ from 'directories'? Why 'cool sites' may not be that cool?
Search A Business Researcher's Interests How about starting your research right from this site which has been porclaimed as one of the very best sites on business and technology research? Use the form input given below for your keyword search or try out our new keyword based FIND facility.

Introduction to the Internet & WWW

Searching for Online Information Overview of: "What searching is?" "List of search sites" "Using data input forms [for search]" and "How to phrase the search?"
InfoSeek Search Engine Search on Keywords or Phrases, Comes with a Reference Index. Search retrieves helpful hotlinks to similar and related topics. You can use Infoseek search engine by typing in words or phrases in the form input given below.

HotBot Search Engine: From Hotwired Public Beta Version powered by Inktomi, turns up some relatively recent updates and modifications. New, improved, and sturdier version provides maximal breadth of focused search. A good complement to Alta Vista and Infoseek for doing search queries. You can use the form input given below.

Excite Search Engine: Offers both Concept-based and Keyword-based Search. Must See!! Of late, the breadth of coverage of this search engine is surprising. Although, it lacks some of the nifty features [such as URL search], this is one engine which surpasses those that do so in terms of the number of 'hits.'
Alta Vista Web Search Engine (Digital) Full-text Search with Lot of Neat Options!! You may do a Simple Search right here from this page. It unique strength is search on specific URLs which is now being eroded by Infoseek Ultra. However, it is still one of the fastest engines on the net.
SavvySearch ("Intelligent Agent") Integrated Results from Combinations of Search Engines...Turns Up Some Otherwise Unrevealed Searches...Thanks Alicia Anderson
iFIND:the Intelligent Massively Fast Parallel Web Search Parallel search of key search engines and presentation after removal of redundancies in domain-based groupings.
Net Locator Access Accufind and Multiple Search Engines and Databases through a 'Quick' Interface. Hotkeys Feature for Some Topics of General Interest.
Internet Sleuth Keyword Searches on Hundreds of Searchable Databases and Indices. Several Subjects. Comprehensive Coverage of over 1,000 Searchable Databases.
MetaCrawler Search Engine Integrated Search from Multiple Search Engines. Limited Coverage.
c|net's search.com 250 Internet search engines that find all kinds of information...from World Wide Web sites to phone numbers to movies to stock quotes, and all points between.
W3 Search Engines Compilation of Search Facilities for Searching Information Servers, Software, People, Publications, News, Documentation, etc.
FILEZ Filez gives users quick and easy access to the wealth of files out on the Internet. Filez weekly scans thousands of ftp sites around the world and creates a catalog of all the files they contain and indexes them in a searchable catalog. You may use the following form for searching FILEZ.

DejaNews: For Searching UseNet The Premier Facility for Searching Newsgroups. You can use the following form input for doing a 'Quick Search.'

Search the Usenet Addresses Database

inquiry.com Search-based Full Text Articles on Information Technology Management from Several Magazines, Tech Tips and Vendor Literature. Get IT questions answered from IT pros in Java, DHTML, C++, Powerbuilder, etc.

The Electric Library Needs Registration for Limited Access. Full Text Articles, News Stories, Reference Texts from Hundreds of Magazines, Journals, Newspapers and Newswires. Includes Images, Maps, TV & Radio Transcripts. Reference Material too.

LookSmart A hierarchical directory of various topics with annotations. Brought to you by the editors of Reader's Digest.

Yahoo Home Page Subject-based Directory on the Web allows Searching and Browsing. Good Coverage. You can search Yahoo by typing in the form input given below.

Starting Point Searchable Subject-based Index of a Selection of Sites with One-line descriptions.

EINet Galaxy Searchable Subjectwise Index of a Selected Range of Sites.

NlightN Universal Index Search [& Buy from] Internet, News, Databases, Reference & Book Store.

BotSpot: The Spot for All Bots on the Net

Understanding and Comparing Web Search Tools Several Articles Reviewing & Comparing the Various Search Facilities for the WWW and the Internet.

Nexor's CUSI A metaindex of search enginges for finding Web Pages, Software, People, Dictionaries, and Documents.

All-In-One Search Page If You Didn't Find it Elsewhere, this Might be the Place Worth Checking Out. Search-based Interface to Several Services on the WWW.

iTools: Find-It! Research It! Promote It! Find & Research using Search Engines, Usenet Newsgroups, Software Libraries, Dictionaries, Thesaurii, Translators, Maps, Telephone Books, Financial & Stock Tools. Also Several Links to Promote Your Site.

WebStep Traffic & Impact Building A list of sites for announcing your WWW site.

Directory of search indices and engines relevant to country specific information for a selection of countries.

ArchiePlex Form at NASA Use this for locating files on anonymous sites on internet.

Archie Services A list of Archiplex servers including both forms and non-forms interfaces.

A Search Engine & Index Compilation (Infoservices) Search Internet, FTP-archives, gopher-space, Usenets, Software, Directories, etc.

Browsing & Searching Internet Resources (Lund) A comprehensive source for browsing and searching Internet and WWW sites along with ample documentation and helpful tips.

Net Search Tools: Netscape Search Engines that are also Accessible from Net Search button of the Netscape browser.

Indexes and Directories on the Internet

InfoJunkies Anonymous "Quick and easy access to a substantial body of news and reference information."
Net Directories: Netscape Selection of directiories on the Netscape's home page.
The WWW Virtual Library WWW Servers: Subjectwise Indices on an Assortment of Subject Areas.
Virtual Tourist Clickable Map interface for all the WWW servers in the world. An alternative to the above list based interface.
City.Net Information on Most Popular City and Country destinations including United States.
Virtual Tourist2 Map based interface to City.Net.
WebCrawler Select Subjectwise selection of directories and search tools selected by the editors of WebCrawler. Earlier known as Global Network Navigator's Whole Internet Catalog Select.
Magellan Internet Guide Subjectwise selection of directories selected by the editors of Magellan. You may use the following form input for searching Magellan.

NISS Information Gateway (UK) Information gateway providing subjectwise indices on Generalities, Philosophy, Religion, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Applied Sciences, Arts, Languages, Geography, Literature, History and other subject areas.
Public Libraries Internet Gateway (NSW, Australia) Internet gateway providing subjectwise indices on Generalities, Philosophy, Religion, Social Sciences, Language, Natural Sciences, Technology, Arts, Literature, Geography and History.
Industry.Net Online Achievement Awards Inaugural Industry.Net Online Achievement Awards in twelve different categories. A Business Researcher's Interests was selected as 'Top Nominee' in the Best Research Sites category.
Social Innovations Awards
Argus: Subject-Oriented Internet Resources Guides (Clearinghouse)Searchable metaindex of information resources arranged subjectwise. Information on each link is available in terms of keywords.
University of Wolverhampton (UK) WWWLib Browse Interface A Searchable Classified Catalogue of *.UK Web Pages indexed in Generalities, Philosophy, Religion, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Applied Sciences, Arts, Languages, Geography, Literature, History and other subject areas.
c|Net: the computer network News, reviews, features, resources, community services, and search services.
My Virtual Reference Desk Check this out for reference resources, new sites, virtual newspapers, virtual facts on file, and a virtual encyclopedia compilation of a range of subjects.
Web-Search A Subject Index Guide for Miscellaneous Topics: Kids, Women's, Photography, Games, etc.
Essential Viewing Full text of UK-based Internet Magazine's Web site reviews.
Internet Resources Meta-Index An index of WWW, WAIS, Gopher, Telnet, and FTP servers.
Information Systems & Management Journals & Magazines A selection of handpicked magazines and journals relevant to business, management, and information technology.
Scholarly Journals Distributed Via the World-Wide Web Directory of Web-based scholarly journals that offer access toEnglish language articles without requiring user registration or fees.
BookWire Claim to be the most comprehensive guide to book-related resources on the net. Compendium of links to book publishers, book sellers, libraries, book resources, mailing lists, newsgroups, book reviews, best seller lists,...
Internet Book Information Center Resource for book-related information on the internet. Also includes brief reviews of current and classic books.
Directory of Newsgroups Related to Books and Literature
Academia A Monthly Online Magazine of Academic Titles and Information. Index to University Press Bestsellers, Academic Bestsellers, and Upcoming Books categorized by subjects and academic levels.

Mailing Lists, News Groups & Discussion Groups

Reference.Com Access to more than 13,000 newsgroups & 1,000 publicly-accessible mailing lists along with advanced search capabilities.
Search List of Discussion Groups More than 5900 Bitnet and Internet Interest Groups accessible through a searchable index.
Directory of Scholarly and Professional E-Conferences Directory of electronic conferences on topics of interest to scholars and professionals. Includes discussion lists, Internet interest groups, Usenet newsgroups, forums, as well as text base virtual reality systems such as MUDS and MOO'S.
Business and Academic related Newsgroups, Discussion Groups, etc.
Subject-based Listing of Scholarly and Professional E-Conferences
Business Related Mailing Lists (Nova)
Management Related Mailing Lists (Nova)
Business, Accounting, Finance, Management and Marketing Discussion groups, Usenet Newsgroups, and discussion lists on these subject areas.
LISZT Searchable Database of 48,000+ E-Mail Discussion Groups (Listserv,Listproc, Majordomo, etc.). More than 190 Business related groups; More than 360 Technology related groups...
Discussion Groups on Software Issues Datamation brings the newgroups on the following topic areas: System Administration, Database Management, DSS/Spreadsheets, Language/GUI Tools, Application Development, Client/Server Development, Artificial Intelligence, Multimedia/Publising/Graphics, and Shareware and Freeware.
Publicly Accessible Mailing Lists: By Subject Mailing lists ranging from Academics to Yachting and many subjects in between.
E-mail Discussion Groups/Lists - Resources Claim to be the one-stop resource for e-mail discussion groups. Provides information on basics of listservers, comparison of commands, links to other discussion list resources, and a selection of lists related to Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism and Writing.

Travel, Weather & Leisure

Travel for Business: Worldwide Resources
Travelocity
Internet Travel Network
The Travel Channel Online Network.
AESU: Discount Airfares & Tours Worldwide
FAQ: Air Traveler's Handbook
Budget Travel Includes Message Board for Travel Information
National ZIP Code + 4 Browser A Complete Postal Database and ZipCode Information along with information on 'Where Did They Move To?'
City.Net Worldwide Cities
USA CityLink: US States & Cities
Business Travel Information Airports, Transportation, Hotels, Air Flights, etc.
WWW Speedtrap Registry Reduce those speeding tickets while driving in the US or abroad.
Microsoft Expedia Travel Service
Fodor's Travel Publications
Maps & Driving Distances from Yahoo
MapBlast!: Create Free, Interactive Maps & Driving Directions
SETII: Search Engine for Travel Information on the Internet
1travel.com: Air Travel, Discount Hotels, Consolidators, Car Rentals
Internet Travel Mall
Travel Channel Online Network
Tourism Offices Worldwide Directory
Travel Resources on the Net
Consolidators and Bucket Shops
Consolidator Fares & Discounted Airfares from 500+ Consolidators
Index Consolidator Discount Airfares
TrvaelWeb: Hotels and Flight Reservations
Worldwide Discount Tickets Homepage
Yahoo: List of Travel Agents & Travel Assistance Sites
Amtrak
TrainWeb: Passenger, Freight & Model Trains: US and Worldwide
Hotel Wiz: HRN Discount Hotels (Find Best Hotel Values)
Hotel Discounts
The Universal Currency Converter
ATM Locator
National Climatic Data Center (NCDC)
CNN Weather: US & World
Weather: International and National
Worldwide Cities: Weather Forecast
World Weather Report (INTELLCAST)
WeatherNet: Weather around the World

Leisure & Entertainment

ArtNetWeb: Art on the Web
Cartoons Online & More
CDNow: Listen to Entire Songs & Albums
Classical Music
Comics
Golf Online
Hubble Space Telescope Public Pictures
Jazz in France
Live Concerts: Tune In
Hollywood Online Web site covering both Hollywood and the motion picture industry. Extensive movie content including video clips, trailers, soundbites, photos, games, news, event coverage, box office charts, reviews, etc.
MovieLink
Reel: The Planet's Biggest Movie Store Rent, buy, sell, find, review, etc.
MTV
The Nine Planets: A Multimedia Tour of the Solar System
Space Exploration from NASA
Ticketmaster Online Tickets Available for Events throughout America.
GIST TV Listings Guide
TV Guide Online
Vatican Exhibit Main Hall
Virtual Photography
Worldwide Internet Music Resources

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