Here are some additional resouces, both in print and on the web, that can provide further help as you continue to get more familiar with the World Wide Web.
Resources in Print
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- The Internet for Dummies,
by John R. Levine, Margaret Levine Young, and Carol Baroudi.
This book is part of the popular "For Dummies" series, and promises explanations "in plain English." -
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Internet, by Peter Kent.
This book is part of another popular how-to series, "The Complete Idiot's Guide" series.
Resources on the World Wide Web
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AARP's Basic Web Lessons
This is an excellent resource to help you review the basics. It covers basic terms, the different parts of web browsers, tips for navigating the web, and helpful hints for dealing with common problems. -
AARP's Intermediate Web Lessons
These lessons, which focus on more advanced topics in web browsing, can help you increase your knowledge about navigating the World Wide Web. -
LEARN THE NET: Surf the Web
This helpful guide includes introductory information on using the World Wide Web, tips, hints, and information on special interest topics, such as online shopping. This page often generates pop-up windows. Don't panic if this happens, just close them as they come up.
Search Engine Help on the World Wide Web
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The Essentials of Google Search
A page from Google's Help Center that goes over the basics of searching on Google, from selecting search terms to using different search strategies. -
The Pandia Goalgetter
A quick tutorial on search engines, which includes a table of contents so that you can go right to the topic that interests you. -
Basic Internet Searching
This tutorial covers the basics of searching in a "hands-on" way. It includes three lessons, complete with exercises so that you can try out the skills you learn.
