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Online job search. When doing a job search online there are many different resources that can aid you in this process. Websites that help you to create your own resume are a good resource to use. A pro is that they are quick and easy to use and you end up with a professional-looking resume that can compete with any of your fellow applicants. A con would be not developing the skills to create your own resume. Using Instant Messenger is also a good resource when doing an online job search. You can keep up with the latest employment news with your professional and personal contacts. A pro to using IM for your online job search would be developing your skill in meeting people in the same industry as you. A con would be not being able to find anyone in the same industry and your IM proving to be useless in your online job search. Online networking can be a bit more valuable as not everyone has IM. Using emails, employment and social websites can be beneficial in helping you to develop a network that keeps you up to date with jobs that are available. Job search engines are going to be one of your biggest allies in the search for a job. These search engines will link you to all the big employment sites and companies that are looking to hire. A pro is the amount of jobs you will be able to find. A con will be the amount of competition that you will have.