Techie's Links

Interested in knowing more of the technical stuff behind the web? Want to keep up with the changes in technology? The links on this page point to some of the most useful sources we've found on the web. We'll add to this page from time to time, so check back regularly.

Windows Secrets Newsletter – Excellent newsletter on Windows, the Internet, and the latest hazards out there. Pretty technical in places but worth reading even if you aren't a techie. Free version is good, paid version is great. Now includes the LangaList

Practically Networked – Networks are complex and confusing. This is an excellent resource for understanding how to set up and maintain your home or business network.

World of Windows Networking – Another networking source. A somewhat different approach, but since everyone learns differently, another source is always useful.

OnTrack Data Recovery Services – When your hard disk crashes (note that we said "when" not "if"), these are the people to call first.

Search Engine Watch – A great place to start learning about search engines. The first thing you will discover is that there's lots more to know about search engines than you ever imagined.

HighRankings.com – Our favorite search engine guru. Jill Whalen has strong opinions, but we think she's right on target most of the time.

Constant Contact – If you want to publish an e-mail newsletter quickly and inexpensively, these people do it for you and do it well. They are not a Spam mailer; they do ethical, opt-out, newsletters. We use them for our newsletter.

MarketingTool.com – Looking for a designer, photographer, PR firm, videographer, or similar skills anywhere in the country. This is the definitive list.

Browser News – Ever wondered what percentage of web surfers still use a Netscape browser? How about Firefox? The statistics are here.

Vmyths.com – Ever get one of those hysterical message about viruses ("If you get email with xxxx, delete it immediately") and wonder if it's real. Look it up here and find out for sure.

About.com's Computer Virus Hoaxes - Another place to look for these.

Urban Legends Reference Pages – Look here before signing that petition to save Public Radio.