Recent college graduates entering the job market can face a variety of challenges, especially in a soft economy.

Graduates can use any edge they can get when tackling today's job market. And the World Wide Web might be a good place to pick up a few tips.

A number of sites feature advice to assist graduates with an array of job-hunting topics. Here is a sampling:

-Campus Explorer: Breaks down the grad job search into a planning timeline. http://www.campusexplorer.com/college-advice-tips/2D86AD0F/Job-Search-Tips-and-Job-Timeline-for-New-Grads/

-Fastweb: Provides articles on a variety of new grad job search subjects. http://www.fastweb.com/career-planning/articles/list

-JobDiagnosis.com: Spotlights job search strategies before graduation. http://www.jobdiagnosis.com/myblog/job-search-tips-for-college-students.htm

-Job-Hunt.org: Spotlights how to develop a first job-hunt strategy. http://www.job-hunt.org/onlinejobsearchguide/article_first_job_after_college.shtml

-Quintessential Careers: Offers job search advice for recent graduates. http://www.quintcareers.com/job-search_advice.html

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