BUSINESS LINKS:http://www.OpenOffice.org
FREE word processing and database software,
Just like MS word, compatible with MS word and other programs.
http://www.CreativeCommons.org
Creative Commons licenses provide a flexible range of protections and freedoms for authors, artists, and educators. We have built upon the "all rights reserved" concept of traditional copyright to offer a voluntary "some rights reserved" approach. All tools are free!!!!
http://www.Nolo.com
Nolo provides do-it-yourself legal solutions for consumers and small businesses. The site helps regular people navigate through the legal system with easy-to-understand advice and information on topics including estate planning, retirement, taxes, housing, real estate, divorce, and child custody, as well as resources for starting and running a small business.
http://www.learn-software.net
Software (adobe) training videos. Samples available.
http://www.OverNightPrints.com
Small and large quantity printing - business cards, brochures, envelopes.
http://www.Paypal.com
Easy way to take credit cards on your website without a merchant account.
http://www.Xplane.com
Visual maps designs to explain businesses.
http:/www.GotVmail.com
Virtual phone system to make any small business seem more professional.
http://www.Skype.com
Unlimited voice and video between the users.
http://www.Iship.com
Instantly compare the shipping prices and times of all the package and mail courier companies.
http://www.postcalc.usps.gov
Postage verification.
http://www.Mail2Web.com
Email retrieval services. Pick up your email from any computer anywhere in the world.
Used by over 16 million users in over 220 countries.
http://www.fax4free.com
Free fax-to-e-mail services
CAREER / JOBS:http://www.Monster.com
Monster has an impressive number of listings, employers actually seem to receive the applications that are sent to them, and the site also has great referrals for job fairs and training events.
http://hotjobs.yahoo.com
Yahoo's HotJobs service is useful for finding jobs, saving your searches, and keeping track of your activity within each listing. And there are hundreds of thousands of jobs added daily, so there's bound to be something for you.
http://www.GetAFreeLancer.com
Get work or hire a contractor for a specific design or programming project.
This site will handle your payments to protect you.
Contractors from around the world will bid on your projects.
COMPUTER SUPPLIES:http://www.Microcenter.com
Local retail locations, good prices, wide selection.
http://www.PriceWatch.com
Price comparisons for IT professionals.
DISCUSSION SITES (SOCIALIZING / CHAT ):http://www.Meetup.com
Free listings of local clubs and gatherings.
http://www.PalTalk.com
Voice and video chat rooms
http://groups.yahoo.com
Free discussion groups and email news letters on anything that interests you.
http://groups.google.com
Tons of discussion groups for the info you need!
http://www.TalkCity.com
Chat Rooms
DICTIONARY / REFERENCE:http://www.Wiktionary.com
Free public dictionary. Edited by public opinion.
http://www.Answers.com
Type in "sunscreen" and you'll be presented with not only its meaning, but also sun protection, history, translations, and buying links. Answers.com is a useful resource with over three million answers in categories such as health, technology, and history.
http://www.OneLook.com
Dictionary Search.
http://www.HowStuffWorks.com
Easy search to learn how anything works.
http://www.Lean2.com
Free "2torials" on everything from paper airplanes to cleaning up your credit report.
CONSUMER CONCERNS/COMPLAINTS
www.donotcall.gov
National DO NOT CALL LIST! Stop the telemarketers (888-382-1222)
www.ConsumerReports.org
Product reviews. Expert - Independent - Non-profit. "No brand is more widely recognized and trusted than Consumer Reports."
ENTERTAINMENT OFFLINE:http://www.Amazon.com
Wide selection of books, with reviews and sample chapters.
Also sells electronics, DVDs, etc.
http://www.777film.com
Find local movie times.
http://www.TicketMaster.com
Find theater and concert tickets.
FUN ONLINE:
http://www.NeatOrama.com
Mental Floss like fun info and pictures.
http://www.Miniclip.com
http://www.Shockwave.com
FREE flash video games on-line.
http://www.Comicspage.com
Free newspaper comics
http://www.YouTube.com
Funny Videos
http://www.IwantMyFlashTV.com
Flash video entertainment.
HEALTH / FITNESS:http://www.WebMD.com
FREE medical information from experts.
http://www.Ediets.com
eDiets is an online weight-loss resource - diet and fitness plans -- tips on nutrition, mental health, and exercise -- community forums to support you in your weight-loss goals.
http://www.PediatricOnCall.com
Pediatric On-Call - top medical web site that deals with child health. Gives medical information on symptoms, physical fitness, pediatrics and children's health.
http://www.VideoGameWorkout.com
Reviews of video game equipment that helps you exercise.
INTERNET INFORMATION / SECURITY:http://www.GetNetWise.com
GetNetWise is dedicated to educating Internet users on how to keep themselves and their PCs safe. The site offers tips and video tutorials that teach you how to protect your privacy and keep your system clean of harmful malware. It also includes sections with information specific to kids and teens, so your whole family can be safe and savvy surfers.
http://www.DnsStuff.com
http://www.WebSolucing.com
IP address, DNS, and web traffic information.
http://www.ProcessLibrary.com
Find the latest information about spy wares, ad wares, Trojans, viruses, system processes and common applications.
http://www.Anonymizer.com
Private surfing.
http://www.ConsumerInfo.com
http://www.AnualCreditReport.com
Free credit report - one a year a least
make sure no one is messing up your credit.
http://www.GRC.com
Follow the SHIELDS UP test links and you computer will be scanned for to see what personal information websites and hackers can get from you. FREE!!!
NEWS / INFORMATION:http://www.CNN.com
CNN is "still the most trusted name in news." The site is a go-to for national and international news on a wide range of topics with videos, photos, and a list of the most popular stories of the day.
http://News.Google.com
Fastest, biggest variety of news from around the world.
http://www.Whyfiles.com
The Science behind the news
http://www.ScienceDaily.com
Latest headlines in science & tech, health, environment, and more
http://www.Gutenberg.org
Project Gutenberg. The Web's public library, offering free e-book versions of over 18,000 public-domain works.
http://www.SI.edu
The Smithsonian Institution site has pages for its numerous museums and research centers, resources for children, information about exhibits and events, and interactive features on a wide range of topics related to science, art, and history.
PERSONAL:
http://www.MySpace.com
Talk about yourself, make new friends.
http://www.Zaadz.com
Spiritual Myspace.com
http://www.Beliefnet.com
Info and discussion on most religions.
http://www.ReligiousTolerance.org
Help promote religious tolerance.
PICTURES / VIDEO PRODUCTION:http://www.istockphoto.com
Buy stock photos for as little as $1.
No membership needed.
http://www.DigitalJuice.com
Digital Juice is the world leader in royalty-free professional animations,
stock footage, music, layered graphics, clip art, and templates.
http://www.Archive.org
Free music and stock footage from open source films.
Many old movies and classic commercials.
http://www.CafePress.com
Logs on Shirts, cups, mouse pads, bumper stickers.
http://www.ShutterFly.com
Photo printing.
SEARCH ENGINES:
Not all engines list the same sites, and not all search the same way. There are lots of search engines, but these are the ones our experience has found to be the most useful.
http://www.Ask.com
Ask any question and get web pages that answer your question.
http://www.Google.com
FASTEST access to sites, maps, and pictures.
http://www.DexOnLine.com
Look up phone numbers of businesses or residents.
http://www.DogPile.com
Search MANY search engines at once.
http://www.FirstGov.gov
http://www.Fedstats.gov
You don't have to navigate through multiple government databases; these search sites narrow down your stats search to the agencies reporting the stats and key statistics you need
SHOPPING:http://www.DealCatcher.com
Get free coupon codes for discounts on tons of on-line purchases. Go here first before you buy anything on-line. Also download coupons for things like local restaurants.
http://www.Amazon.com
Wide selection of books, with reviews and sample chapters.
Also sells electronics, DVDs, etc.
http://www.Shopzilla.com
Online shopping with reviews.
http://www.Craigslist.org
Free classified ads. Lots of free stuff. Also has jobs and real-estate sales and rentals by area.
http://www.Ebay.com
Thousands of items sold every day.
Only 1/100 of 1 percents of purchases ever have problems.
http://www.PropertyRoom.com
Police auctions. Great discounts on used and some new items.
TRAVEL:http://www.Sidestep.com
Find the best bargains from multiple travel sites,
With One Search! FREE
http://www.Orbitz.com
Advance search options better than other travel sites.
Example: You can search any area for hotels that allow pets.
http://www.Flightaware.com
LIVE flight tracking. Check to see if a flight is on time.
Better, more accurate than any airport/airline services. FREE
http://www.Farecast.com
See predictions on the best time to buy airfare to particular places. FREE
WEB TOOLS:http://www.Irfanview.com
FREE / FAST picture viewing and editing software.
Open and view ANY picture type.
Best picture previewed available.
http://wwwWinZip.com
Free zip/unzip program to download
http://www.Adobe.com
Adobe® Acrobat® Reader is free software that lets you view and print Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files -- very common form of government documents.
http://www.WebMonkey.com
Great tips and free software to add to your web site.
http://www.TalkSender.com
Make your email talk!
http://www.coolmail.net
Free -- Check your e-mail by phone!
http://www.Download.com
You'll find a wide mix of information about shareware and demonstration files on this C|NET site. Use the on-site search engine to find a file or browse through categories that include Business, Development Tools, Education, Games, Internet, Multimedia & Design, and Utilities. Other areas on this site compare programs in head-to-head reviews.
