Net Lingo: the Internet Language Dictionary

A good introductory guide to the vocabulary of Internet lore and technology.

PC Webopaedia

Up-to-date information about personal computers in this online dictionary of terms, words and phrases.

whatis.com

A glossary of Internet, computer and new technology terms and concepts, updated daily.

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Organizations and Learning Aids

NECS: New England Computer Society

The New England Computer Society, located in West Springfield, is your opportunity to network with other computer users and share computer knowledge with others interested in technology. Check their site for information on the monthly meeting and membership, user groups, and more.

CNET: Beginner's Guide to Computing

Helpful online tutorials in easy-to-understand language for the beginning computer user. Includes guides to computer buying, software tricks and tips, and much more.

Get Connected! Digital Divide Network

Non-profit organization which provides news and analysis on the 'digital divide' -- the gap between those who have access to computers and online resources and those who do not. Includes a database of locations where you can obtain free computer time and training.

Land-Grant Training Alliance Online Lessons

Links to free online tutorials for computer software programs including word processing packages, presentation graphics, and spreadsheets and databases.

Tutorials at Beginners.co.uk

A variety of free, online, introductory tutorials to a variety of popular computer software programs, from BizTalk and Fireworks to Visual Basic, scanning, and more.

Hoax, Myth, Fraud, Chain Letter and Anti-Spam Sites

With the growth of the Internet has come a similar growth in myths and urban legends about computers and the web, not to mention hoaxes and frauds. Don't get caught! This site, from Internet-101.com, pulls together the leading sites which will keep you up to date on frauds, chain letters, virus scares (and real viruses), anti-spam tactics and more.

Springfield Golden Age SeniorNet Learning Center

Springfield's Golden Age Center at the Civic Center provides computer training and other technology assistance for local seniors. Check with these folks for computer classes, a computer club, tips and more.

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Operating Systems, Hardware & Software:

Apple Macintoshes, Mac Clones & Mac OS

Apple Computer, Inc.

Excellent design, access to Apple software updates and an online store where you can custom-build your own Mac.

Apple Support Web

Technical support online, from Apple HQ in Cupertino, CA.

Google: Apple/Macintosh Search

The popular search engine has launched a new search feature, devoted exclusively to the Mac. Search here for tips, tutorials, product news, fixes, and corporate information.

Info-Mac Hyperarchive

Macintosh shareware/freeware from M.I.T.

MacCentral

Visited by more than 100,000 users daily, and updated several times each day, this Canadian site includes news, reviews, information on updates, tips & tricks, industry information, and more.

MacFixit

Troubleshooting solutions for Mac OS computers, updated daily.

MacInTouch

Ric Ford's daily newsletter features Apple news, product information, tips & tricks, bug reports, and links to other Web-based resources.

MacWorld

The oldest Mac monthly, in online form. Many useful tips, a large archive of software including exclusive applications and utilities, thoughtful columnists, and links to other sites.

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PCs and Windows

Family PC Magazine

Family PC focuses on the home user, with information, reviews and links which emphasize clarity and usefulness, aimed at, well, families.

PC Magazine

PC Magazine Online, with hardware & software reviews, industry news, and links to other Web-based resources for neophyte or advanced PC users.

TUCOWS Network

Why TUCOWS? - "The Ultimate Collection of Winsock Software". TUCOWS has earned a reputation as one of the highest quality software distribution sites on the Internet. This site in an effort to help net users stay current on the latest and greatest Windows 3.x, Windows95/98, Macintosh, Linux and OS/2 applications for the Internet. Offers downloads of freeware and shareware.

Welcome To Microsoft

Microsoft's website is a technical marvel, an online software store (some key software, like Microsoft Internet Explorer, is freely available here), and a useful source of links to facts, infotainment, and curiosities.

WIRED Magazine

The journal of the emerging digital culture, and a testbed for new approaches to visual design, typography, and online presentation. Useful regardless of your platform preference.