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At least in the United States, the demographics of people who are just beginning to use the Internet have changed. The bulk of the new users are now either the very young, or older people who are more technically uncertain. As is generally the case with the youthful brain, the young people need a minimum of direction, most of which must be focused towards keeping them away from the bad stuff. However, the older people need assistance in the very basics, which is where books like this are invaluable.
In teaching a couple of sections of community education Internet classes for elders, two things became very clear. The people in the class really want to learn how to use the Internet and they are capable, but must be treated with more sensitivity than others. Ironically, the hardest problem is convincing them that the old adage about teaching old dogs new tricks does not apply to the Internet. With the proper approach, they can learn how to use it to solve their problems.
This book takes just the right approach in teaching people like them how to use the Internet. Using soft spoken tones and with just the right amount of humor without descending into cuteness, this book provides the helping hand that is needed to get beginners up and enjoying the fruits of the web. Many of the latest controversies are also dealt with, such as the flaps over Napster and the Instant Message (IM) wars. I often field questions about such topics when I teach beginners how to use the net. Most are regular followers of the news and take an interest in what is happening in the world.
The growth in the number of Internet users in North America is slowing down and the background of new users has changed to include more adults who are not computer literate. This creates a different market for beginning books and this one hits that market dead center. With the right approach and covering all the basics, this book will help insure that the Internet continues to expand and serve a broader based constituency.

"The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Internet" is an instrumental reference and tutor for anyone wishing to plunge or even tip-toe into the Information Superhighway world! I have found this book outstanding as an preparation aid for teaching an "Introduction to the Internet" class. Much of the information contained in the book may already be common knowledge among internet enthusiasts, but the added bits of information on many topics (including valid websites for help!) are invaluable. In covering the "history" of the Internet, the book even goes into specifics of the past accomplishments and failures, leading up to today.

It's best to have some knowledge of Microsoft Windows (preferably Windows 98) prior to jumping to Internet activity, however. This book covers a few Windows basics.

If you're looking to get a late start into electronic information-age, this book is a good start, and at a pretty decent price!

I've used this book or versions of it for a couple of years now...I've often been asked in regular science education classes or in neuroscience or biology situations, "How do we make this stuff accessible to those with disabilities?" Thank heavens for all the tremendous work done by this group and other innovative inventors who strive to put Deaf people like me and those with learning, visual, and orthopedic disabilities on an equal footing with everyone else. This book has more than served its purpose and paid back its price many times over. Teachers and professors are always amazed at the amount of work that is ongoing in this area, as well as the amount of money out there for developing computer technology for the disabled through the National Science Foundation, the Department of Education, and the National Institute of Health, as well as individual companies.

We will never make this country totally computer literate if we exclude specific populations. As the push for inclusion of students with disabilities in regular schools and acceptance of these students becomes stronger, it is absolutely critical that teachers be aware of both hardware and software that can make their curriula more accessible to both disabled and 'normal' students.

I fully endorse and encourage teaching universities and educators and librarians to make sure an updated version of this book is made available so that all students have an opportunity to achieve their highest abilities. Karen Sadler Science Education, University of Pittsburgh

The Alliance for Technology Access is a network of community-based resource centers dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities. Toward the furtherance of their mission that have produced Computer And Web Resources For People With Disabilities, now an expanded and thoroughly updated third edition. Computer hardware and software provide children and adults with an unprecedented opportunity to interact with the broader world of work, education, recreation, and socialization. Featured in this superb instructional reference are recommendations for making use of conventional, assistive and information technologies; illustrative personal stories of people using technology in their daily lives; details about state-of-the-art computer technology (including screen enhancements, speech synthesizers and customized keyboards); new and extensively updated listings of Internet resources, publications, support organizations, and vendors. Computer And Web Resources For People With Disabilities is an absolutely essential, core acquisition for personal, professional, academic, community library, health center, and community center disability resources library reference collections.

Des genies du Ministere de la Defense Nationale creaient l'ARPAnet, ce qui devenait l'Internet de nos jours. Quant aux auteurs, les infirmieres sont des internautes qui connaissent toutes les destinations dans l'Internet, les plus anciennes et les toutes dernieres. Car on va au File Transfer Protocol, pour savoir quelque chose des soins preventifs des diminues physiques et mentaux. On voyage au Gopher, pour connaitre le lieu pionnier Nightingale. D'une part NURSENET et NRSING-L, et d'autre part alt.support et sci.med, sont des plus reconnus et recherches lorsqu'on veut, respectivement, les nouvelles de l'Usenet et les troiscentaines de discussions Listserv. Bien sur, on fait des recherches dans les bibliotheques du Telnet, et au moyen d'Agency for health care policy and research, Alta Vista et Yahoo du World Wide Web. En fait, les voila, toutes les destinations de l'Internet!

The High-Performance Computing Act of 1991 by Vice President Al Gore Jr when he was just a young Tennessee Senator is one of the forces behind expanding the US Defense Department's ARPAnet into a personal and professional network of the people. Authors Leslie H Nicoll and Teena H Ouellette show how nursing has taken advantage of the different parts of the people's Internet: File Transfer Protocol, for fall prevention support and handicap; Gopher sites, such as the pioneer Nightingale site; about 300 Listserv health-oriented discussion lists, such as NURSENET and NRSING-L; Telnet, with specific health science libraries accessed by the associated University home page; Usenet health- and nursing-related newsgroups, mostly among the alt.support and sci.med groups; and the World Wide Web, with the AltaVista and Yahoo engines searching for free and with the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research uniquely searching and downloading full-text clinical practice guidelines. COMPUTERS IN NURSING: NURSE'S GUIDE TO THE INTERNET is a one of a kind book that works well with Robert Kiley's MEDICAL INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET.

At first I found myself reluctant to start yet another consulting manual. And yet, within the first page, I was captured by the fact that Payn had managed to take what can seem a dry subject and turn it into artistry with his little gems of wisdom. And reading it one can soon feel, very deeply in your bones, that Payne has done this consulting business in many ways, for many reasons, and for many years. The truth rings through in so many of the thoughts. As a consulting futurist myself I know how hard it is to convince my clients of the importance of what I am saying. I hope Payn doesn't mind and I do promise to give credit when it's due: I AM going to start quoting him a bunch!

I will end with my favorite:

Consultants be forewarned: You cannot manage CHANGE, it manages you. Respond and anticipate its flow. RULE 211

Happy reading!

Mr. Payn has done a great job of embracing some of the core principles of consulting and managed to convey them clearly, concisely, and in a manner that encourages thought. The author's style and panache lend to the words on the pages. These lessons keep the pages turning and people learning; in that alone, it is a success. I enjoyed the book so much, that I found myself carrying it with me and opening it to random pages; every one of them inspiring with new and unique lesson.

In respect to technology and where we as professionals stand, Mr Payn is right when he says that "we are already behind." In my practice as an Internet Technology Consultant, I find that more time is spent on keeping abreast of new technologies in order to better help my clients keep up with their customers. Many of the passages in the "Consultant's Advanced Instruction Book - 303 Rules to Guide Consultants in the Internet Age" helped to remind me of lessons long since learned and forgotten, as well as inspired many "ah-ha's" that were truly needed. This book is inspiring, witty and intelligent. At the same time it provokes thought and embodies the spirit of what we as professionals do, advise to the best of our ability.

When I got this book, I was totally overwhelmed. It's only 1400 pages. I am new to Corel but this book brought me up to speed quickly. Just the CD ROM that is included with this book is worth the price alone. Alot of the book is still a mystery to me. The only problem with Corel is that when you start doing graphics you soon find out that there are no limitations to what you can do. Is this good or bad? If you can't make a choice of beautiful graphics, you are in for long nights fretting and many hours of wringing your hands. I rate this book from beginner to advanced. A must have.

Foster's CD9 book is an example of what can be accomplished by a "first rate" teacher who is second to none in thoroughly knowing his subject matter. Although CD9 is not a simple graphics program Foster and Pete have the graphics and teaching skills to make it a book I would recommend to anyone interested in the field of graphics ..beginner or otherwise. They took "No" shortcuts where quality is concerned. I read there cd8 book and yet still find there cd9 book worth every cent I paid for it. It covers not only how to use every tool but equally important what you "can do with the tool" artistically. In summary Pete and Foster want you to enjoy the program and they use every resource available in there book to accomplish this....And I believe they have succeeded!

This is the best book that i have reader. I'm building an Intranet with the help of this book.Each chapter is very good.

I was assigned to setup an intranet for our retail outlet stores and "Corporate Intranet Development" got me off and running in no time. It was easy to read and had all the latest information I needed. The book would be perfect for large corporations, but also fit my needs for the retail market perfectly

I thought this book was very good, it showed us (kids) some HTML basics, how to make a webpage with GeoCities, etc. I like how the author's niece gave a little tip at the end of each chapter. And the activities made sure you know what they're talking about. I would definitely recommend this book to any kid who wants to make a page or site.

This book is a very usful tool in creating web pages. Don't let the price scare you, its well worth it. The author describes how to plan and create web pages plainly. Almost everything you need is on the Web or on the CD. The software is great, although most is shareware. I like how kids are used as examples for the lessons. And the comments by the author's niece. The book is easy to read and very informative. Much more helpful then a regular manual. I recomend this book.

This is a clear, concise, and complete guide to the use of the internet. The book is packed with information applicable to persons at various levels of skill. Following the logical presentation of information, novices should be working confidently on the internet within a short time. As a more advanced user, I was able to strengthen my knowledge of the internet in general. I also picked up many useful tips and the addresses of some useful web sites which I had not previously come across. The style of writing and the layout make "CyberAssistant" especially easy to read.

Business people and hobbyists alike have found the Internet to be a goldmine of a place for buying and selling, marketing and promoting, and for gathering and sharing information. There is much to search for online but not everyone has the time and resources available to conduct adequate research. D.A. Smith-Hemphill has written CyberAssistant: How to Use the Internet to Get More Done in Less Time to help other members of the online community to make the most effective use of the time and resources they do have.

The book focuses primarily upon getting set up with an online account and computer equipment, developing research methodology, and making use of the navigational tools people should be using for their searches. Smith-Hemphill discusses how to search for ISP services, setting up browsers and computer equipment, getting along with others, using search engines, making use of the newsgroups and discussion groups, tapping into specialized databases, and how we should go about looking for information.

Smith-Hemphill takes netiquette seriously and her treatment reflects a high standard of behavior still found lacking online. She points out that because we communicate online electronically, people we interact with know us only by how we communicate with them using a mouse and keyboard. Readers will learn how to make good impressions the first time and every time when replying to e-mail, participating in online discussions, following respectable acceptable use policies, correct spelling and use of grammar, our choice of words, and other proper key strokes.

Search engines play an important role in conducting online research. Smith-Hemphill discusses use of the major search engines that help us find the information we look for. Selection of key words, phrases, and other character strings are among the topics covered. A selection of other helpful Websites will assist readers to track down essential information online and help them develop solid research skills.

One fascinating aspect about this book is worth mentioning. Smith-Hemphill encourages her readers to learn from their online research experiences. The documenting of various research methods, procedures, and other helpful tricks and tips can go a long way to enhance our long-range effectiveness - and careers. This is an important process every member of the online community should learn to do!

The book reads easy and is highly informative. The average business owner, employee, researcher, student, and hobbyist will find it very helpful and easy to follow. This book would make a great addition to any business, classroom, and library environment with online connectivity. This is a great gift idea. Ideal for beginners!

Cyberflirt has it all--a guide to all the major websites for singles, step-by-step instruction on how to find love on the internet, and answers to every conceivable question about "netiquette." Cyberflirt reveals the nuts and bolts of flirting on the web. Readers of Cyberflirt will be delighted to discover exactly why Susan Rabin is regarded both nationally and internationally as "the world's foremost flirt."

At last we have a first-class guide to finding love in cyberspace. Cyberflirt has it all--a guide to all the major websites for singles, step-by-step instruction on how to find love on the internet, and answers to every conceivable question about "netiquette" and the nuts and bolts of flirting on the web. Readers of Cyberflirt will be delighted to discover exactly why Susan Rabin is regarded both nationally and internationally as "the world's foremost flirt."

By Rich Gosse, Co-founder of AmericanSingles.com, world's largest website for romantic eligibles.

It listed great sites for young kids and for me to get resources for the kids. There a bazillion web sites and these are the 'cherry' picks. Saved me days and days of wasted time.

I can't say enough about how great this book has been for my child. He and I have a wonderful time on the internet together, without wasting so much time that searching for good, educational websites takes.