Smarter Google searches

Source: Smarter Google searches - Lifehacker

Tech-book site Informit.com wants to help you get better search results from Google. A new book excerpt offers 10 tips for smarter searches.

The average user enters a keyword or two into Google’s search box, clicks the Search button, and waits for Google to display the first page of search results. This is a rather brute-force method of searching, unfortunately, and typically generates a ton of mostly unwanted results.

The average user enters a keyword or two into Google’s search box, clicks the Search button, and waits for Google to display the first page of search results. This is a rather brute-force method of searching, unfortunately, and typically generates a ton of mostly unwanted results.

The tips range from fairly obvious (like putting quotes around multiple words to conduct a phrase search) to undeniably helpful, like fine-tuning your searches with special operators. Even seasoned searchers should find a nugget or two of Google-enhancing info. — Rick Broida

Ten Tips for Smarter Google Searches [Informit.com]