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Getting online and searching the web

August 10, 2022

The OR operator will INCREASE the number of records you find. This means you can use Boolean expressions to combine your search terms in a way that will give you relevant results. If a common word is essential to getting the results you want, you can include it by putting a “+” sign in front of it. (Be sure to include a space before the “+” sign.) The one exception to this is “the”, which is so common it is not considered in searches.

Thanks for checking out my author page and hopefully my books! I have been in the IT-computer business for almost 20 years and have enjoyed learning about all types of technology and enjoy writing about these technologies so others can learn from my experiences. He is also the founder of the website OnlineComputerTips.com, which offers its readers valuable information on topics such as Windows, networking, hardware, … Read More

Effective searching

August 10, 2022

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Thanks for checking out my author page and hopefully my books! Jim writes much of the content himself and adds new content on a regular basis. The site was started in 2005 and is still going strong today. If you are concerned about the amount of information that search engines are able to collect about you here is a list of the best ones that do not track who you are. For queries or advice about historical, social or cultural records relating to Northern Ireland, use the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland enquiry service. Step-by-step guides to individual adjustments can make your device easier to read.

Basically, the AND operator and the NOT operator will LIMIT your search results. The OR operator will INCREASE the number of records you find. These operators were named after the mathematician George Boole who invented them. Remember then to press your Enter key … Read More

Searching the Internet Essential Computers Series

August 5, 2022

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Hotspots are normally quicker than mobile broadband for browsing and downloading. You can get free Wi-Fi but for the best coverage you’ll have to pay. One way access provides a very fast connection, but you can only receive information. For example, you can download internet pages and files, but you can’t upload email attachments. If you need to send information back, you will need to use a cable modem, or dial-up service.

You might also decide to go for wireless or mobile broadband. For wireless broadband you need to buy a router – or you might get one from your ISP as part of your service package. Remember, your computer or laptop must also be wireless enabled. All local and mobile libraries have computers with free internet access – you can book half hour or hourly sessions. Contact your local library for more information about this free service.

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