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Attempting to find information online can be tricky, even when you have a clear idea of what you're trying to find.
A Google search will render millions of results across multiple categories, from news to images and videos, which makes filtering a lengthy and painful process, particularly when you're on deadline.
According to media trainer Henk vas Ess, there are some strategic keywords you can add to your search in order to narrow down the results of simple, yet broad questions, such as who, where and when.
For example, adding filetype:pdf"name of person"-site:name of website.*, will show you PDF documents about the individual, but not those posted by his own company. Check out the full list here.
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