VALIDITY among Internet Sources

Have you ever unintentionally (or intentionally) cited an internet site that was non-existent? It is very easy these days to make-up website addresses that lead nowhere. OR, you can simply make a 'typo' that results in an internet address that is not real. These things can reflect a lack of intelligence and simply laziness. Another issue that comes along with making sure internet sites are valid is pre-viewing sources and websites before they are used in class or presentations. While sites may seem beneficial, they can sometimes be inappropriate or even simply a waste of time. Don't rely just on the name of a website-check it out for content before using it! You also want to be careful that the websites you use as sources are reliable. Anyone and everyone can create a website or post online-make sure you are getting your information from somewhere reliable (not a 10 year old).