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Browser Wars: Netscape Communicator 4.01 vs. Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0.
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1997
Examines what searchers want in an Internet browser. Compares the old versions of two browsers (Netscape Navigator and Microsoft's Internet Explorer) with their new versions to see what they have to offer the professional searcher. Also looks at some of the larger issues invoked by the competition between the two products. (AEF)
Descriptors: Competition, Internet, Merchandise Information, Online Searching
Searchers on the Beachhead: The Internet Librarian Conference at Monterey.
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1998
Shares information gathered from a three-day librarian conference in Monterey, California. Compares and contrasts several search engines and offers tips for effective searching. Discusses the efficacy and legality of censorware and how to stay employed during times of cutbacks and downsizing. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Conferences, Employment Qualifications, Internet
Down These Mean Links a Child Might Go: Safety Tips for Travel on the Open Web.
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1999
Gives examples of the pornography and worse dangers that await young children who go online unsupervised. Describes steps libraries are taking toward Web safety. Discusses how to provide Internet safety at home; types of Internet filters; and corporate Internet control. A sidebar offers a list of rules to follow for online safety. (AEF)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Child Health, Children, Computer Software
Searchers Net Treasure in Monterey.
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1999
Reports on Web keyword searching, metadata, Dublin Core, Extensible Markup Language (XML), metasearch engines (metasearch engines search several Web indexes and/or directories and/or Usenet and/or specific Web sites), and the Year 2000 (Y2K) dilemma, all topics discussed at the second annual Internet Librarian Conference sponsored by Information…
Descriptors: Conferences, Information Retrieval, Information Seeking, Information Technology
Caulking the Cracks: Scholarly Social Studies Resources on the Web.
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1998
Reviews the state of scholarly social science resources on the Web, describing selected search engines and Web sites. Discusses advantages and disadvantages for information retrieval; using meta-indexes; connecting to research centers; and suggests strategies for more effective retrieval. (AEF)
Descriptors: Indexes, Information Retrieval, Information Services, Information Sources
Virtual Reference for a Real Public.
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1998
Reviews World Wide Web sites useful as alternative resources for reference librarians. Sites described are: general reference; reference for kids and teens; regional interest for Southern California, including local foreign-language resources and local history sites; and interactive reference. (JAK)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Community Information Services, Library Services, Non English Speaking
Internet Instruction: Spreading the Web.
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 2000
Offers suggestions to librarians on how to teach Internet use and Web searching to beginners. Highlights include active learning, including small group assignments; Web addresses; Web site authority, currency, accuracy, commercialism, and scope; critical thinking skills; the training environment; student exercises; and educational resources for…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Active Learning, Assignments, Critical Thinking