Because of the sheer vastness of the web and all the information
available on it, it is impossible to have a directory with everything
available like a phone book. It would be the size of a small library
and be outdated in a month because of all the changes that occur on
the web. Instead, people use what are called "search engines" to find
what they need on the web.
Search engines are nothing more than large databases with
information about the web and the different sites on it. While there
may not be a single perfect search engine, there are a number of search
engines available which focus upon a particular type of search, such
as searches for commercial information or personal contact information.
Becoming familiar with the strengths and limitations of different search
engines can make your searches dramatically more effective.
The search engines, much like the Internet, have evolved
to be much more than just databases of information. You can now get
information such as detailed maps, updated news, and even chat rooms
through some of the larger search engines. Below is a list of search
engines for you to try.