Search Engines and Keyword Searches

The Internet and modern technology have made finding information and research very easy. All you have to do is open up a web browser, type in a question, and thousands of websites appear, all claiming to have the answer.

An Internet search does not always provide you with the best answer immediately. You may have to read through many websites and pages to find the needed information. In this topic, you will learn about search engines and keyword searches, and how to use them to find information on the Internet.

Essential Questions:

• What are search engines and keyword searches?
• How are search engines and keyword searches used effectively?