There are several ways to find information about people or businesses. One example is the "People Finder." This is a free utility tool from Netscape. You simply search for a person by name or address and they will search their database.

The Internet is flooded with these types of resources. That is why we encourage you to use Net Detective. It is a comprehensive online search utility that guarantees to help you find what you are looking for.

If you try more than one service, you'll notice that they are similar. They all search their databases using the information you enter into fields in a form. Each field holds a specific type of information that matches entries in the database. For example, typing Boston in the field labeled Last Name isn't likely to help you find information about an address in Boston. The database will instead be searched for people whose last name is Boston. This type of searching, which is based on the entries or values of specific predefined categories, is called field searching.

While these services give you fast access to very large databases of email addresses, phone numbers, street addresses, and other information some services also provide maps, driving directions, and information about businesses in a specific area.

You can use your Web browser to access these services and information. That means you can use the tools in your own time. Also, you can use the browser to save, print, or email your search results if you want to take them with you.

It is impossible to find a directory of everyone with access to the Internet there's no central control of registry service for Internet users, and no single agency could keep pace with the increasing numbers of people using the Internet and World Wide Web. Sometimes you can only find information for folks who use computers and the Internet, or information that may be out-of-date or inaccurate. The surest way, if you can do it, is to ask people directly for their email addresses!

Despite the fact that you cannot find everything you want, you may find it by looking in another place. We are hear to help you find the resources to use in your search. Below you will find a number of links to places that we consider top research sites. Use them and let us know if you like them!