Directories access millions of websites but do not distinguish between reliable and unreliable information, while search engines have limited coverage but present options deemed particularly valid or worthwhile.

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Directories are curated lists of websites often categorized by topics, and they may have some level of vetting for the sites they include, unlike search engines which use algorithms to index and rank websites based on various factors including relevance and reliability, but do not inherently distinguish between reliable and unreliable information without additional mechanisms like fact-checking or user reviews.

Directories Access Millions of Websites but Do Not Distinguish Between