Boolean strategies for more efficient searching |
Examples |
Use simple keyword strings |
transistor invention transistor history transistor develop material original transistor problem material |
Phrase searching is helpful - use “….” |
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Use multiple keyword synonyms · alternative keywords wherever possible. Use (….. or …..) |
transistor develop (why or reason) |
Wild card for different word endings |
transistor develop* |
Search by domain - Use the shortcut site:. (or use Google’s Advanced Search function) - .edu websites and web documents are published by universities - .org websites are published by interest groups |
transistor invention site:.edu transistor history site:.edu |
Pennsylvania State University
AT&T Archives : Genesis of the Transistor
Milestones in Science video
Computer History Museum website
Public Broadcasting Service website
Veritasium video