Now that Google has released its customized search engine (read about it here), there are all sorts of opportunities for anyone to easily create their own niche search engine covering only their most trusted, substantive sites. (Google isn't the first to do this: a neat one called Rollyo has been around for a little while--it's only problem: it's not Google. Not that it's not good, it just isn't going to get the attention or traction. And most of us do like the Google search interface and protocols.) So, do you follow, for example the pet care industry and have 20 favorite sites? You can create a simple fast customized Google search engine that only searches those sites. This is only limited by your imagination. This can be a great tool for: - Making your searches more precise
- Helping overcome information overload
- Setting a filter to find those sources you find trusted and credible.
I've already begun working on an all purpose Business Research Engine. I've only just begun with 11 sites, but would like to end up at about 100 . . . *** Check out Bob's "Business Research Engine" (still in progress), here. While at this link, you can also sign up and start creating a custom engine of your own. |
