Exploring Search Engines

What is a search engine?

• A search engine is a device used for printing documents.

• A search engine is a tool that allows users to find information on the internet.

• A search engine is a type of social media platform.

• A search engine is a software for creating websites.

Name one popular search engine.

• Yahoo

• Google

• DuckDuckGo

• Bing

What do you type into a search engine?

• A URL to a specific website

• Random words without context

• Keywords or phrases related to your query

• A full sentence explaining your thoughts

What is the purpose of a search engine?

• To store data for future use.

• To create websites and applications.

• To manage social media accounts.

• The purpose of a search engine is to help users find information on the internet.

How do search engines find information?

• By using only social media data

• Search engines find information by crawling the web, indexing content, and using algorithms to rank and retrieve relevant results.

• By manually searching each website

• By relying solely on user submissions

What is a keyword in the context of search engines?

• A keyword is a tool used to create websites.

• A keyword is a type of search engine algorithm.

• A keyword is a word or phrase used in search engines to find relevant information.

• A keyword is a synonym for a web page.

What does it mean to 'search' the internet?

• To browse social media sites

• To look for information online using search engines.

• To download files from the internet

• To watch videos online

Can you name a feature of search engines?

• Displaying ads

• Providing weather updates

• Indexing web pages

• Translating languages

What is a search result?

• A list of websites indexed by a search engine.

• The algorithm used to rank search results.

• A type of advertisement displayed on search engines.

• The information returned by a search engine in response to a query.

Why is it important to use reliable sources when searching?

• Reliable sources are always biased.

• Using any source is sufficient for research.

• It is important to use reliable sources to ensure accuracy and credibility of information.

• Credibility is irrelevant in academic work.