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Google
The first place most people go. It provides another way of looking at concepts (.edu). Get a perspective (.org). Learn about a country (.uk, .jp, .mx ....). Best used for advice, but at a price (.com). Remember it does not go deep or beyond search engines.
Advanced Searching
Inside Search
Learn more about searching in Google.

Basic Google searching

Here are a few essential tips for improving your everyday searches:

Simplicity is key. Shorter, more focused queries will often give better results than longer ones with complex operators.
Every word matters. Only include words that you really hope to see in the results.
Search within the page that you're viewing: press Control+F, or Command+F on a Mac, and a search box will appear in your browser window. Type in the word you’re looking for and it will be highlighted on the page.

Google tools

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How to customized Google Scholar so you can link to tuition-sponsored articles from off campus.
Google Tools
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