According to the website's description, "Bing is a search engine that brings together the best of search and people in your social networks to help you spend less time searching and more time doing." In my opinion, Bing can be adequately compared to the services of both Yahoo and Google, although it is much smaller, as well as less popular. Personally, I prefer Google because I have been using the site for a number of years, and many of the services that it offers is familiar to me. However, I am open to using Bing from time to time. I enjoyed how fast the site produced results and the design of the site, as well.
2. Indeed
This search engine is best used when searching for jobs. According to the site, users can "find millions of jobs from thousands of company web sites, job boards and newspapers. one search. all jobs. Indeed." This was certainly the case when I was on the job hunt this past year. Not only did I find thousands of job listings in my small community, but I was able to get updates on the job even after I had applied. In addition to having plenty of job options, it is also fairly easy to use. To find jobs, all you have to do is type in your zip code and what type of job you would like and the search engine automatically finds jobs in the area you listed.
3. Craigslist
According to the site, "craigslist provides local classifieds and forums for jobs, housing, for sale, personals, services, local community, and events." When you go on the site, you will see that it is organized into categories. From discussion forums to event listings, just like the description states, craiglist can be used for a number of things. In 2009 and 2010, Craiglist went mainstream after receiving a bad reputation for its role in several robberies and killings from its escort and massage services, however, it is still widely used and accepted.
4. Yummly
In addition to being one of my absolute favorite websites, Yummly is very popular around the world for those that like to cook and/or look up food recipes. Using the site is as easy as typing in a simple food and being given several recipes for it, or having a particular meal in mind and finding many different ways to prepare it. Although the site recommends that users join, it is not necessary; however, in order to enjoy the full uses of the site, one must create a login.
5. Wolframalpha
According to its description, "Wolframalpha is a computational knowledge engine or answer engine developed by Wolfram Research." I find this site most useful when trying to find mathematical solutions. I found this site very useful as a high school student in harder classes such as Algebra 2, Trigonometry, and Geometry. I like the fact that the site breaks the solutions down part by part.
6. eHow
This site is useful in finding out how to use an item or how to master a certain skill or trade. Whenever I have a question about how something works, I use this site. It is easy to use and produces meaningful articles with step by step instructions, which sometimes include a video.
7. Youtube
One of the most popular sites around the globe, Youtube is a video site that offers tutorials, comedy, informative information, and just about any video category you can think of. It has the potential to be used for bad, but for the most part, I feel that Youtube has been used for many positive things (including resources for this class)
8. Dictionary
Just as the site's name suggests, Dictionary.com is an online search engine for dictionary definitions. If you have a question about a word meaning, usage, or part of speech, this site is the place to go. I enjoy using Dictionary.com for quick reference. The site also has a mobile page and an app for on the go referencing.
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