This chapter introduces concepts used in search technology generally as well as in ATG Search specifically. It is intended to provide developers with a basic understanding of ATG Search capabilities and what they can do in the XML layer to ensure that users get what they want out of the search system. “Users” of Search might mean customers on a shopping site, merchandisers promoting particular products, or site owners. For information on using Search Administration settings to affect searching, see the ATG Search Administration Guide.
This chapter includes the following sections:
