- use more than one search engine, if the first yields inaccurate or no results
- learn how to use at least two search engines well
- use boolean logic and phrase searching whenever possible to increase the number of accurate hits
- use the 'advanced' or 'power' search when possible, especially when searching for topics that will yield a lot of hits
- read the help screens
- when appropriate, analyze the source of the information for accuracy and timeliness
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