These pages only look at the search process itself. Look at the effective searching section for information on how to search resources (and how to get more out of searching the web).
If you're happy with your search terms, and you have identified where you want to search, then start searching. Just take note that Internet search engines are different to library resources. They have in common basic and advanced search options (yes, Google has an advanced search page), but library resources are organised differently and have different search capabilities, aimed at returning focused and relevant results. Google and other search engines have adverts at the top of search results and use all sorts of fancy algorithms to rank results, so don't assume the results on the first page(s) of Google or other Internet search engines are the best ones!
Use the Internet when you:
The Internet does have some excellent information - including much information that is not available anywhere else. You just have to be willing to sort through the information and determine what is reliable.
Use library resources when you're looking for:
