Module 4 Evaluating the Web Task

For this Module 4 task, Evaluating the Web, I chose Phil Bradley's article from his website as a source on which to base an annotation, based on the three sources located in the previous task. I have included the annotation below:

Internet Tools for the Advanced Searcher

Link: www.philb.com/adint.htm

Bradley, Phil. "Internet Tools for the Advanced Searcher.." Last updated January 20, 2005.http://www.philb.com/adint.htm (accessed April 13, 2007).
For those with a basic understanding or those already well versed in internet search techniques, but wish to refine their skills further, Phil Bradley's website provides an excellent information resource on the subject of advanced search methods and the tools associated with locating information on the internet. Bradley provides an informative synopsis on the ways, means and tactics that can transform the average searching experience into a much more efficient and expedient process. Some of the search categories he discusses include search engines, virtual libraries, intelligent agents, weblogs and the associated search techniques employed for each. Every search topic is described in adequate detail, complete with relevant points and explanations on how a particular search tool/method operates and when/how it should be utilized. Appropriate links are incoporated for each topic so that the reader can utilize any technique/tool that Bradley has discussed. The site itself is straight forward, easy to navigate and incorporates mainly text based information which includes other internet related topics that may be of additional interest to site visitors. Last updated in January, 2005, the information presented remains valid and is relevent in keeping with todays search technologies and techniques. Phil Bradley is an information specialist and internet consultant. He has written many books and articles on internet related topics, has frequent public speaking engagements and is a teacher on internet related subjects. In addition, he is a Search Engine Optimizer and has often been referred to as the 'UK Search Guru'.


Comparing the annotation that I have prepared above, to the snapshot of the Phil Bradley website that I took from the previous task, I would be more inclined to utilize the snapshot, simply due to the fact that I am already familiar with the site and hence would use the snapshot as a quick reference to grab information such as web site address, web page preview or to access the site directly.

In terms of external users, the annotation would be the most appropriate source of reference, due to the fuller description of Bradley's website article pertaining to internet search skills/tools from which any external user could make an informed decision as to its relevance and credibility with respect to using it as a resource. If users had not been visitors to the website previously, the snapshot would provide them only with the basic details such as website address, a copy of the web page and a list of the contents of the particular article.


Web Resources:

Bradley, Phil. "Internet Tools for the Advanced Searcher." Last updated January 20, 2005.http://www.philb.com/adint.htm (accessed April 13, 2007).