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Search, find and learn
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It’s a big wide world out there, and with heaps of information available, knowing where to start can be a minefield.Searching online has its advantages – you get access to huge amounts of information all at the click of your mouse, you can search using multiple terms, and refine your searches in many wonderful ways. Sometimes all you need is a little help to get started, so we’ve included some of our favourites to get you on your way.
Google is the world’s most popular search engine and one of our top picks. It’s a great staring point for finding whatever you need on the web.
We’ve also put together a list of other sites and some suggestions.
Search enginesA search engine is a website that searches other websites for specific
keywords, returning a list where those keywords were found. Essentially, it helps you find stuff on
the net.
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People and placesThe internet is quickly replacing things like phone books, postcode books and street directories. They’re often easier to use and therefore quicker to get the information you need.
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NewsWhen knowing is key, online is hard to beat as a news source. You can access almost every national and international news source with up-to-date news and weather, often ahead of conventional TV and newspaper and radio.
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ReferenceIt's much easier to look up reference material using online resources, including the community-written Wikipedia. It’s fast becoming the biggest encyclopaedia on the planet.
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TravelWhether you're planning your next trip or dreaming of the holiday you need, you can find all the information you need and book it online.
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GovernmentAustralia's governments at all levels have moved online, and provide a wide range of online information and services.
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BankingWith online banking, waiting in the branch to see someone becomes a thing of the past.
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EducationOnline you and your kids can learn more about the world.
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