the Internet Public Library

Internet Resources

The electronic communications network that connects computer networks and organizational computer facilities around the world.

Show Me Associations | Serials in this category.

Cyber Cafés

Commercial establishments that offer walk-in Internet access.

Gopher

Talk, IRC and Chat

Telnet

Usenet

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

Electronic Mail

MUDs & MOOs

World Wide Web

The collection of interconnected hypertext documents that resides on the Internet.

Resources in this category are:

About.Com: Internet for Beginners

http://netforbeginners.about.com/

"Features a weekly column designed to bring the best of the Internet to Net novices and all users alike. It also has an extensive resource list of the best links out there, an online bookstore, and more. It's soon to feature a bulletin board, a weekly newsletter, and a chat room."

Author: Gwen Schertel (netforbeginners.guide@about.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Computers & Internet News

Keywords: Resources

ACRL/CNI Internet Education Project

http://www.cwru.edu/affil/cni/base/acrlcni.html

"Identifies exemplary user education and training materials supporting the use of the Internet and other networked information resources. The primary goal of the project is to provide a common focal point for librarians and others involved in the instruction and delivery of networked information to display and share model instructional materials specifically designed for the selection and evaluation of information in a networked environment. Materials selected for inclusion on the site will be considered the professional standard. Of particular interest... are materials which demonstrate innovative and creative use of technology in instruction and those which successfully integrate the selection and evaluation of both print and electronic resources."

Author: Association of College and Research Libraries Emerging Technologies in Instruction Committee (kamorgan@unity.ncsu.edu)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

AgentLand

http://www.agentland.com/

Resource and comprehensive portal site for agents & bots, software tools that automatically perform tasks on the Internet. Includes search agents, shopping agents, virtual assistants, and more.

Author: Cybion (webmaster@AgentLand.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: bots

America Links Up

http://www.americalinksup.org/

Sponsored by a broad-based coalition of non-profit organizations, education groups, and corporations, this is "a broad-based public awareness campaign to ensure that every child in America has a safe, educational and rewarding experience online." The site includes Online Safety Tips for Parents and for Kids, List of Key Internet Terms, "Technology Inventory: A Catalog of Tools that Support Parents' Ability to Choose Online Content Appropriate for their Children", and two message boards "devoted to kids and the safe, practical use of the Internet as a learning/teaching tool."

Author: America Links Up

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Social Sciences--People by Age Group--Adults--Parenting & Family Life

Keywords: Internet safety; children; parents

An Atlas of Cyberspaces

http://www.cybergeography.org/atlas/

"This is an atlas of maps and graphic representations of the geographies of the new electronic territories of the Internet, the World-Wide Web and other emerging Cyberspaces." This site pulls together various efforts underway in the world that are trying to visualize the "space" of global communications and data traffic in a way that aids people in understanding what is happening. Very cool pictures.

Author: Martin Dodge (m.dodge@ucl.ac.uk)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: map; visualization; data

BCK2SKOL Lessons

http://www.sc.edu/bck2skol/fall/fall.html

Online classes (including exams) for the librarian with little or no experience using the Internet--a great place to get started.

Author: Ellen Chamberlain (bck2eln@sc.edu)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Arts & Humanities--Libraries

Keywords: Internet Instruction; librarians

The Benton Foundation

http://www.benton.org/

"Since 1981, the Benton Foundation has worked to realize the social benefits made possible by the public interest use of communications. Through its projects, the foundation seeks to shape the emerging communications environment in the public interest. Bridging the worlds of philanthropy, public policy and community action, Benton demonstrates and promotes the use of digital media to engage, equip and connect people to solve social problems." Seven Websites are incorporated into the Benton Foundation Website. "Sound Partners" deals with community/health partnerships. "Open Studio" funds projects that train artists and nonprofit organizations to use the World Wide Web. "One World Us" is a "network and web presence devoted to sustainable development and human rights." It "seeks to enhance the knowledge of U.S. citizens about international affairs/development." "Helping.Org" offers resources for volunteers. "Digital Divide Network" offers "knowledge to help everyone succeed in the digital age." "Connect For Kids" provides information to help adults "make their communities better places for families and children." "Communications Policy and Practice" is concerned with "the value of communications for solving social problems and strengthening social bonds." The emphasis at this site is on library, education, public media and communications issues.

Author: The Benton Foundation (cpp@benton.org)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Science & Technology--Communications

Social Sciences--Social Issues and Social Welfare

Keywords: Libraries; Education; Public Media; Human Rights; Health; Community Partnerships; Digital Divide; Public Policy

Benton's Best Practices Toolkit

http://www.benton.org/Practice/Toolkit

Benton's Best Practices Toolkit provides "tools to help nonprofits make effective use of communications and information technologies." This site has a comprehensive list of links to online resources that includes items about technology funding and basic Web information.

Author: The Benton Foundation (cpp@benton.org)

Subjects:

Business & Economics--Non-Profit Organizations

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: nonprofit organizations; communications; information technologies; funding

Bibliography on Evaluating Internet Resources

http://www.lib.vt.edu/research/libinst/evalbiblio.html

"This bibliography, originally created for a panel discussion at a regional conference in Wisconsin, has grown with the increasing number of documents which address the problems and issues related to teaching and using critical thinking skills to evaluate Internet resources."

Author: Nicole Auer (auern@vt.edu)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Education

Arts & Humanities--Libraries

BotSpot

http://www.botspot.com/

Central source of information about automated denizens of the Internet, including spiders, worms, robots, cancelbots, etc.

Author: Marcus P. Zillman (team@botspot.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Programming

Keywords: Robots; Spiders; Programming

Broadcast ISDN Guide and Directory

http://www.britton2000.com/isdn/

This is a comprehensive resource to information about ISDN as it regards to broadcasting. There is background information about the technology as well as descriptions of applications, and a glossary. There are useful related links as well as contact information to find out about ISDN in various countries. There are also news articles as well as press releases.

Author: Ian Britton

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: ISDN; Broadcast

Center for Law, Commerce & Technology (LCT)

http://www.law.washington.edu/lct/

"The Center for Law, Commerce and Technology is a leading center for collaborative research, teaching and scholarship related to the Internet and legal aspects of technology. One of our main focuses is on consumer protection and education...As part of our project "The Internet and the Global Citizen", we feature a new site each week." Info on current litigation and news related to technology included.

Author: University of Washington School of Law (lct@u.washington.edu)

Subjects:

Business & Economics--Consumer Issues & Services

Computers & Internet--Internet

Law, Government & Political Science--Law

Keywords: E-commerce; Privacy

CMC Guide

http://www.december.com/cmc/info/

An annotated list of the best sources for: introductions to the Internet, Internet collections, training, navigating, searching, directories, and services. Part of the Information Sources: the Internet and Computer-Mediated Communication guide.

Author: John December (john@december.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Internet Resources

Code Beach

http://www.codebeach.com/

"Code Beach is your complete guide to free and open source code for ASP, C++, Java, JavaScript, Palm, Perl, and Visual Basic."

Author: Island Labs.com (info@codebeach.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Programming

Keywords: Open source; source code

Community Learning Network (CLN)

http://www.cln.org/

"The Community Learning Network WWW home page is designed to help K-12 teachers integrate technology into their classrooms. It has over 265 menu pages with more than 5,800 annotated links to free resources on educational WWW sites -- all organized within an intuitive structure. Since September of 1996, visitors from 165 different countries have made over 16 million hits on the CLN Web site."

Author:

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Education--K-12

Keywords: teachers; educational resources

Connected: An Internet Encyclopedia

http://freesoft.org/CIE/

"A readable and useful reference to the technical operation of the Internet." Browse over 100 Internet engineering essays and read RFCs. A full text search is also available.

Author: Brent Baccala, ed. (baccala@FreeSoft.org)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Protocols; Routing; API; Networks; Networked computing

Coyote Communications Technology Tip Sheets

http://www.coyotecom.com/tips.html

The Technology Tip Sheets were created "to help organizations and individuals reap money-saving, program-enhancing benefits from technology. Most of this material is gearedto not-for-profit and public sector organizations, but some (at the bottom of this page) is more general, and all of it is applicable (and adaptable) to a variety of agencies."

Author: Jayne Cravens (jcravens@coyotecom.com)

Subjects:

Business & Economics--Non-Profit Organizations

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: databases; software

The Cyber Cafes of Europe

http://kiosek.com/eurocybercafes/

Complete, browsable directory of cyber cafés in Europe, browsable by country, with links to café homepages where available.

Author:

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Entertainment & Leisure--Food--Restaurants

Entertainment & Leisure--Travel & Tourism--Europe

Dale Sorenson's List of Mac-Friendly DSL Providers

http://www.sorenson-usa.com/dsl-mac.html

A growing list of companies that provide DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) services for high-speed Internet access and that support the Apple Macintosh computing platform. Arranged by region and by type of provider with links to the providers.

Author: Dale Sorenson (dsl@sorenson-usa.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Platforms--Macintosh

Dan Kegel's ISDN Page

http://www.alumni.caltech.edu/~dank/isdn/index.html

This site "is a distillation of many hours of Web and Usenet surfing, plus tips from many helpful readers, into a reasonably concise and organized collection of pointers to just about every online source of information involving ISDN. With just a few clicks, you can read up-to-date information from the vendors' own Web pages, on topics like ISDN phone service, videoconferencing, networking, hardware, software, Internet access, standards, user groups, consultants, and pricing. You can even search many online databases for more up-to-date ISDN information with a single click." The author has original information as well as the resources detailed above.

Author: Dan Kegel (dank@alumni.caltech.edu)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: ISDN; Standards; Videoconferencing; Networking; Hardware; Software

Disability Data Accessibility Issues

http://www.infouse.com/disabilitydata/addaccess.html

"Accessible web page design enables people with disabilities to use the Internet--and helps everyone to use the Internet better. InfoUse and other key national sources have developed materials on principles of accessible design, along with some specific guidelines."

Author: National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (info_use@infouse.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Social Sciences--Social Issues and Social Welfare--Disabilities

Keywords: disabilities; Web accessibilities guidelines

Encyclopedia of the New Economy

http://hotwired.lycos.com/special/ene/

Sponsored by Andersen Consulting in conjunction with Wired Magazine, this encyclopedia discusses topics ranging from "adhocracy" to "distributed systems," "ECash" to "Netscape," and "network externalities" to "zero sum." Essays have a wonderful tongue-in-cheek quality while still presenting useful descriptions and definitions.

Author: Wired Digital (support@wired.com)

Subjects:

Business & Economics--Economics

Computers & Internet--Internet

FreeISP

http://www.isp.f2s.com/

A directory of free Internet service providers (ISP) from 37 countries around the world. Browse by country or use the search function. The entries for each ISP include technical info, contact info, and user reviews. Free Internet telephony services are also listed.

Author:

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Internet Service Provider; ISP; Telephony

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on the Multicast Backbone (MBONE)

http://www.cs.columbia.edu/~hgs/internet/mbone-faq.html

"This file is based on a text version at ISI, but parts have been extensively modified." The FAQ discusses, what MBone is, how to participate, what hardware and software is required to join, and why you would want to participate.

Author: Henning Schulzrinne

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: MBone; FAQ; Multicast

The Global Schoolhouse (GSH)

http://www.gsn.org/

The Global SchoolNet Foundation is a nonprofit organization and "a major contributor to the philosophy, design, culture and content of Internet-based learning. Our mission is to "harness the power of the Internet" to provide ongoing opportunities to support learners both in and outside of the school environment." They provide many resources including helpful introductory guides to using the Internet in education.

Author: Global Schoolnet Foundtation (helper@gsn.org)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Education--K-12

HIIP: Policy Gateway

http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/iip/gateway/

The Harvard Information Infrastructure Project has constructed a comprehensive policy gateway on information infrastructure topics, ranging from the NII and GII to telecommunications policy and applications.

Author: Harvard University

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: information policy

INFOMINE - Internet Enabling Tools

http://infomine.ucr.edu/cgi-bin/search?enable

Large annotated collection of Internet resources related to the Internet itself. Resources have been determined to be "'of use' as a scholarly information resource in research or educational activites at the university level." Collection can be searched or browsed by subject, keyword or title. Part of The Library of the University of California, Riverside's INFOMINE.

Author: Steve Mitchell (smitch@ucrac1.ucr.edu)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Education--Higher Education

The Internet Archive

http://www.archive.org/

"The Internet Archive is working to prevent the Internet 'a new medium with major historical significance' and other 'born-digital' materials from disappearing into the past. Collaborating with institutions including the Library of Congress and the Smithsonian, we are working to permanently preserve a record of public material."

Author:

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: digital archive; preservation; archive

Internet Café Guide

http://www.netcafeguide.com/

Directory of "more than 950 cafés in 60 countries.," browsable by location in three different modes: JavaScript, image maps, or text. Each entry includes address, phone and e-mail, hours of operation, and link to homepage where available.

Author: Ernst Larsen (ernst.larsen@netcafeguide.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Entertainment & Leisure--Food--Restaurants

Internet FAQ Archives

http://www.faqs.org/

This site contains two parts. First is an archive of Usenet Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) postings in Hypertext format and in FTP archive textual format. Searchable and organized by newsgroups, category, author, or archive name. The second part is "an archive of 'Internet Best Current Practices (BCPs)', 'Request For Comments (RFCs)', 'For Your Information (FYIs)' and 'IAB Internet Standards (STDs)'. BCP, FYIs and STDs are a subset of the RFC series. The RFC series covers a broad range of interests. Core topics focus on the Internet and the TCP/IP protocol suite. However, many topics related to computer communication are found in RFCs."

Author: Internet FAQ Consortium

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Internet--Usenet

Reference--Encyclopedias--FAQ Archives

Keywords: Frequently Asked Questions; TAF; News

Internet Fraud Complaint Center (IFCC)

https://www.ifccfbi.gov/

"IFCC's mission is to address fraud committed over the Internet. For victims of Internet fraud, IFCC provides a convenient and easy-to-use reporting mechanism that alerts authorities of a suspected criminal or civil violation. For law enforcement and regulatory agencies at all levels, IFCC offers a central repository for complaints related to Internet fraud, works to quantify fraud patterns, and provides timely statistical data of current fraud trends. The Internet Fraud Complaint Center (IFCC) is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C)."

Author: National White Collar Crime Center (internetfraud@ifccfbi.gov)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Social Sciences--Social Issues and Social Welfare--Crime

Internet Library of Law and Court Decisions

http://www.phillipsnizer.com/internetlib2.htm

"This site is an archive of U.S. court decisions and legislation pertaining to the Internet. Read brief synopses or detailed descriptions, indexed by subject, with links to the full text of decisions if available. The site is fully searchable and covers legal history in the making for areas such as antitrust, intellectual property, encryption, privacy, and spamming."

Author: Martin H. Samson

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Law, Government & Political Science--Law

Keywords: internet law

Internet 101

http://www.stimulus.com/education/internet101.html

This site is dedicated to teaching students of all ages about using the Internet. Included are online lessons on HTML and basic CGI plus introductary, basic lessons for the novice student.

Author: Stimulus

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: instruction

Internet Timeline

http://info.isoc.org/guest/zakon/Internet/History/HIT.html

An Internet chronology highlighting some of the key events which helped shape the Internet as we know it today.

Author: Robert H'obbes' Zakon (hobbes@hobbes.mitre.org)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Development of the Internet; Internet Events; History

Internet Tools Summary

http://www.december.com/net/tools/

"A compact, comprehensive, carefully organized set of links to essential Internet sites about Internet-based tools for Information (providing online information from servers and retrieving it with client software), Interaction (languages, tools, and software to help people interact online--with information or each other), and Communication (applications to enable people to communicate with each other). The Reference section lists sources of more information."

Author: John December (john@december.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Internet Web Text

http://www.december.com/web/text/

The Internet Web Text is a hypertext guide to Internet resources, a partial substitute for a paper-based text about the Internet. It links you to Internet resources: orientation, guides, reference materials, browsing and exploring tools, subject and word-oriented searching tools, and information about connecting with people.

Author: John December (john@december.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Internet2

http://www.internet2.edu/html/library.html

A comprehensive site about the Internet2 project. You can find articles about the latest happenings, archives that contain the history of I2, and an FAQ section.

Author: Greg Wood (ghwood@internet2.edu)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Internet2; FAQ

Introduction to Videoconferencing and theMBONE

http://www-itg.lbl.gov/mbone/

"Like the title says, this page will help you get started doing videoconferencing using MBone. There are links to introductory documents, and information on 'network, software, and hardware requirements" for various platforms.

Author:

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: MBone; Videoconferencing; Multicast

ISDN Infocentre

http://isdn.ocn.com/

"This website is provided only to promote and provide accurate information about ISDN in North America." It includes sections on ISDN in plain English, an online course, and recommended hardware, and a question section where you can post a question to Mr. ISDN if you haven't already found the answer on the site. There are also links to other ISDN sites.

Author: Open Communcication Networks

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

ISDN Tutorial

http://www.ziplink.net/~ralphb/ISDN/

The site introduces basic information about ISDN as well as giving its history. The tutorial also includes information about: "Advantages, Interfaces, Layer 1 Protocols, Layer 2 Protocols, Layer 3 Protocols, Internet Sources and References, [and an] ISDN Book Store."

Author: Ralph Becker (ralphb@whoever.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: ISDN; Tutorial

The ISDN User's Guide

http://public.swbell.net/faq/isdn_faq.html

User guide for ISDN appliations, with diagrams.

Author: Southwestern Bell

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Connectivity; Networking

The List

http://thelist.internet.com/

Searchable directory of over 3000 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) world-wide. Also browsable geographically. Entries include contact and rate information.

Author: Mecklermedia (info@internet.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Internet Service Providers; ISP

The LivingInternet.com

http://www.livinginternet.com/

This site gives good basic information on how to use certain Internet tools including Electronic Mail, Internet Relay Chat, and Multi-User Dimensions (MUDs). More advanced users will be able to find specific information without going through a long tutorial.

Author: Bill Stewart (bill@livinginternet.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Internet--Talk, IRC and Chat

Computers & Internet--Internet--World Wide Web

Keywords: Electronic Mail; Internet Relay Chat; MUDs; Mailing Lists; Usenet Newsgroups;

The Mac Orchard

http://www.macorchard.com/

"The Mac Orchard is a carefully cultivated list of the most vital Internet applications and links for Macintosh Internet users, along with Internet software reviews contributed from The Mac Orchard's audience. These pages represent the most complete, most up-to-date collection ofMacintosh Internet applications available anywhere on the Internet."

Author: Drew D. Saur (dsaur@spectra.net)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Platforms--Macintosh

MagPortal.com: Magazine Articles on Internet

http://www.MagPortal.com/c/net/

A searchable, browsable directory of magazine articles on the state and evolution of the Internet that are available online. Topics covered include: Broadband; E-Business; Internet Service Providers; Link Recommendations; Marketing; Portals, Communities & Entertainment; Services; Social Issues; Statistics & Projections; Website Design & Management. Updated every few days.

Author: Hot Neuron LLC (support@magportal.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

The Net: User Guidelines and Netiquette

ftp://ftp.lib.berkeley.edu/pub/net.training/FAU/netiquette.txt

This file outlines the proper etiquette of using the Internet, including electronic mail, Telnet, FTP, and electronic discussion groups/mailing lists. It also lists "The Ten Commandments For Computer Ethics" from the Computer Ethics Institute, and concludes with a bibliography. It is compiled in a medium length (18K ASCII text) file, and is dated July, 1994.

Author: Arlene H. Rinaldi

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Responsible Computer Use

NetGlos - The Multilingual Glossary of Internet Terminology

http://wwli.com/translation/netglos/netglos.html

"NETGLOS is a multilingual glossary of Internet terminology currently being compiled as a voluntary, collaborative project by a number of translators and other professionals."

Author: WorldWide Language Institute (netglos@wwli.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Reference--Dictionaries--Translation

Keywords: glossary internet; dictionary

Netiquette Home Page

http://www.albion.com/netiquette/

"'Netiquette' is network etiquette, the do's and don'ts of online communication. Netiquette covers both common courtesy online and the informal 'rules of the road' of cyberspace. This page provides links to both summary and detail information about Netiquette for your browsing pleasure."

Author: Virginia Shea (ms.netiquette@albion.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: etiquette

NetLingo: The Internet Language Dictionary

http://www.netlingo.com/

"This online dictionary contains definitions of hundreds of words that are emerging as a new vocabulary surrounding the technology and community of the Internet and the World Wide Web." You can browse the dictionary, look at the message board, and there is even a "pocket dictionary".

Author: Vincent James (info@netlingo.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Dictionary; Glossary

Network Buyer's Guide

http://www.sresearch.com/

"The Network Buyer's Guide by Strategic Research Corp. provides information on the computer storage and networking industry. It features a searchable database of products, links to vendor websites, a library of white papers, press releases, online product presentations, and more. FREE listing to vendors." There is also a section where you can download evalutation tools and even a glossary of industry terms.

Author: Strategic Research Corporation (info@sresearch.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Network; Computer Storage

Networking 101

http://cafe.AmbrosiaSW.com/netgames/network101.html

"This page describes various methods for connecting a small network, such as a home-office or dorm room. Everything described here can be done with off the shelf parts from your local computer store, and you won't even need a single hand tool! Once you're done here you'll have a basic understanding of how all networks work (yes, you're just one or two steps away from understanding a big corporate or university network ;-). I also cover some basic crossplatform networking." There is also a glossary, FAQ and links to other resources.

Author: Rick VanDerveer (rickvan@AmbrosiaSW.com)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Networks; Networking

Privacy in the Digital Age

http://www.nytimes.com/library/tech/reference/index-privacy.html

Numerous articles from the archives of The New York Times regarding privacy and the Internet, including children's privacy and PGP encryption. Also has links to external documents and Websites. (Registration required.)

Author: The New York Times Company

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Cyberculture

Computers & Internet--Internet

Real.Com - Guide

http://realguide.real.com/

Guide to RealAudio broadcasts, focusing on news sources. Get audio files from National Public Radio, c|net, ABC News, Entertainment Tonight, Fortune Business Report, and other sources. Also includes a guide to live events. RealAudio software (available for free) is required for use.

Author: RealNetworks

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Reference--News & Current Events

Keywords: RealAudio; Business; Entertainment; Sports

Saugus.net: Glossary of Filename Extensions

http://www.saugus.net/Computer/extensions.shtml

A alphabetical listing, with some explanation and information on downloading, of the extensions used for naming computer files. This glossary, along with a glossary of computer terms, can be searched using this form.

Author: Saugus.net

Subjects:

Computers & Internet

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: extensions; filenaming; computer files

So You've Surfed the Net: Searching the Net and Integrating the Internet in your Curriculum

http://www.winona.k12.mn.us/wms/StaffDev/handouts/Beyond_Surfing.html

Included in this site are practical ideas and resources that will help the school librarian and educator integrate technology into their programs. Specifically helpful in the information provided on searching the Web.

Author: Mary Alice Anderson (maryalic@wms.luminet.net)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Education--K-12

Keywords: school media; Internet searching; instruction

TECHtionary

http://www.techtionary.com/

"TECHtionary is the worldıs first animated dictionary ontelecommunications, data networking and internet technology." This site is geared to more advanced users and for people who are studying telecommunications and networked computing. Flash 5 plug-in required for viewing.

Author: Cross Market Management

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Computer Science

Computers & Internet--Internet

Science & Technology--Communications

Keywords: Networked computing; Protocols

Top Level Domains

http://www.ics.uci.edu/WebSoft/wwwstat/country-codes.txt

Simple listing of the top-level domains (aka country codes) and their meanings.

Author: Roy Fielding (fielding@ics.uci.edu)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Domains

TopStartups.com

http://www.topstartups.com/

This web site contains job postings for startups and ecommerce companies. It also offers access to a network of IT consultants and business professionals.

Author: TopStartups.com (info@topstartups.com)

Subjects:

Business & Economics--E-Commerce

Business & Economics--Employment--Job Searching & Employee Recruiting

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Startups; Job Postings; E commerce

20 Questions on How the Net Works

http://www.cnet.com/Content/Features/Techno/Networks/?dd

"A list of the 20 most popular questions about the Web--and the corresponding answers--to help you understand the basic principles of the Internet." Answers are written with the layperson in mind.

Author: Scot Finnie (sfinnie@tiac.net)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

What is the Internet?

ftp://nic.merit.edu/documents/fyi/fyi20.txt

An 11-page (28K ASCII text file) 1993 memo to the Internet community on the history and makeup of the Internet.

Author: Ed Krol

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Keywords: Internet Structure; Internet Governance; Internet Protocols

Yahoo! Events

http://www.broadcast.com/

A directory of audio, video, and chat events online. Browse through subject categories or search.

Author: Yahoo! Inc.

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Computers & Internet--Internet--Talk, IRC and Chat

Yenza

http://www.nrf.ac.za/yenza/

"'Yenza' -- a word meaning 'do it' in the Xhosa and Zulu languages -- is a guide to using the Internet for research and teaching in the Social Sciences and Humanities. The site includes links to resources for these purposes. In selecting them, the project team has tried to choose resources which are highly rated by subject experts."

Author: South African National Research Foundation and INFOLIT (aatothill@nrf.ac.za)

Subjects:

Computers & Internet--Internet

Arts & Humanities

Social Sciences

Keywords: research; teaching

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