2.3 Main Search Engines
Google Search Engine is the most popular search engine to date.
Although Google seems to be the largest search engine, Youtube is even more used than Google on Pcs.
Bing is the default search engine in Microsoft’s Web browser. This search engine provides several services including image, web, and video searches along with maps. Bing introduced Places (the equivalent of Google is Google My Business), which is an excellent platform for businesses to send their details to optimize search results.
DuckDuckGo is a search engine that puts your privacy first. It does not collect your IP address or personal information, or create any type of personal profile about you. Also, when you do a new search it doesn’t customize the results based on your past search history and preferences.
There are specific search engines for children – allowing them to search safely. e.g. kidrex.
There are many other specific search engines: for example Youtube for audio and video content, pixabay for royalty-free images, etc.
We have shown you different search engines. Well now click on their name, visit their respective sites and carry out a precise search on each one. For example, you might search “portals where you can find a training or job”.
Also, go to Youtube and watch the following video:
Essential Google Search Tricks for Research