Lesson 6.4: Web Browsing and Searching
Web browsing and searching are two of the most common uses of the Internet. They help users find websites, information, and services online.
🌐 1. What is Web Browsing?
Web browsing means visiting different websites using a web browser like Chrome or Firefox.
🔹 Examples of websites:
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News: www.bbc.com
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Shopping: www.amazon.in
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Government: www.india.gov.in
🔸 To browse a website:
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Open a browser
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Type the website address (URL) in the address bar
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Press Enter
🔍 2. What is Web Searching?
Web searching means looking for specific information on the Internet using a search engine.
🔎 Popular Search Engines:
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Google – www.google.com
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Bing – www.bing.com
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DuckDuckGo – www.duckduckgo.com
📝 How to Search:
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Go to search engine website
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Type keywords (e.g., “history of computers”)
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Press Enter
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Click on the most relevant link from the results
🧠 3. Search Tips
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Use specific keywords (e.g., “best smartphones under ₹10000”)
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Use quotation marks for exact search (e.g.,
"digital literacy definition") -
Use filters to get results by date, images, videos, etc.
⚠️ 4. Safety While Browsing
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Don’t click on unknown links
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Use websites starting with https://
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Avoid downloading from untrusted sources
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Keep antivirus software active
Browsing helps you visit known sites; searching helps you discover new information. Master both to become internet smart!
