60 Sites in (about) 60 Minutes60 Sites in (about) 60 MinutesMaybe

You need accounts at …You need accounts at …

Yahoo.comYahoo.com

• Email• Flickr• Yahoo! TV

Google.comGoogle.com

• Gmail• Maps• Docs &

Spreadsheets

Darn useful sitesDarn useful sites

Google Docs & SpreadsheetsGoogle Docs & Spreadsheets

• Create word processing documents or spreadsheets online

• Or edit ones you’ve already created in Word or Excel

• Files are stored online, easy to access

• Can save to your computer

• Will need a Google account

http://docs.google.com

BackpackBackpack

• Allows you to create many types of lists

• Access your lists online from any internet-connected computer

• For small monthly fee, can also use calendar, upload files and photos for storage

www.backpackit.com

LifehackerLifehacker

• Lets you “hack” your life

• Lots of tips for how to ask for a raise, how to back up your music files, what font to use for a really good resume

• “Geek to live”

www.lifehacker.com

LetterpopLetterpop

• Lets you create and mail newsletters online

• Can also be printed• Very easy to use• Free for limited use;

unless using for a business, free service is probably plenty

Two useful jobsearch sitesTwo useful jobsearch sites

• Both Indeed.com and SimplyHired.com are “aggregators”

• That means they search all the other job sites, so you only have to go to one place instead of 10 or 20

• They also search Craig’s List ads and ads on company websites

A third useful job search siteA third useful job search site

• Snag a Job specializes in hourly and part-time work

• Usually have quite a few listings in Charlotte area

NewsNews

Charlotte.com (and BugMeNot)Charlotte.com (and BugMeNot)• You’ve probably noticed that

when you read a story at Charlotte.com, you are sometimes asked to register.

• Try using Bug Me Not instead. Open a new window and go to www.bugmenot.com

• At Bug Me Not, enter the name of the site you need registration info for.

• Then copy and paste the info into the Sign In boxes at Charlotte.com.

• Works for tons of sites, unless a subscription fee is required

www.charlotte.com www.bugmenot.com

BBC NewsBBC News

• BBC news is, of course, from Britain

• Offers a different perspective on world events than our US-centric media

• Also covers a much wider range of news, from many more places around the globe

http://news.bbc.co.uk

Google NewsGoogle News

• News stories show up here based on how popular they are online.

• Google News offers several sources for the same story, so you can get multiple perspectives

• Use the box at the top to search for the latest news on a particular topic

http://news.google.com

Yahoo! NewsYahoo! News

• A wide variety of stories, much like Google News

• Includes more links to photos, videos than Google

• If you want to print an article, be sure you click the “print” button at the bottom of the page. That way your printout won’t have ads and other junk on it.

http://news.yahoo.com

DeadspinDeadspin

• A really well-written sports news blog

• Also features good sports photography

• Interesting even to the non-sports-fan

www.deadspin.com

StarhabitStarhabit

• Celebrity news and gossip

• Not just big stars• Includes videos,

pictures

www.starhabit.com

TMZTMZ

• The hottest gossip site going right now

• Tends to have breaking news

• Part of AOL, so is surprisingly respectable

• PG-13 at times

www.tmz.com

WeatherWeather

WeatherBonkWeatherBonk

• A “mashup,” which means the site combines data from several other sites in one place

• Uses Google Maps, webcams and weather forecasts from Weather Channel, Accuweather, Weather Underground and Nat’l Weather Service

www.weatherbonk.com

National Weather ServiceNational Weather Service

• Can get their forecast info on WeatherBonk

• Included here anyway because is the best source of info about severe weather

• Especially useful in hurricane season

www.nws.noaa.gov

Local informationLocal information

CMPD Calls for ServiceCMPD Calls for Service

• Where were those police cars going when they took off down Monroe Rd this morning?

• Lists calls received and relayed by CMPD dispatcher

• Usually very up to date

http://maps.cmpdweb.org/cfs/

Craig’s ListCraig’s List

• Local people sharing local information

• To get to Charlotte, click North Carolina, then Charlotte

• Employers often take responses to these job listings more seriously than they do responses to listings on Monster, etc.

www.craigslist.org

YelpYelp

• New community review website

• Review restaurants, attractions, amusements, you name it

• Charlotte needs more entries, so get out there and put something in!

www.yelp.com

ZillowZillow

• A “mashup” of Google Maps and local real estate listings, property records

• Find out how much houses are selling for in specific area

• Find a house for sell• List your own house

for sell

www.zillow.com

How-toHow-to

Video JugVideo Jug

• A “how-to” site based on videos

• Also includes historical videos – Hawaii celebrating becoming a state, for example

• Seems to be related to the BBC, perhaps?

www.videojug.com

eHoweHow

• The definitive “how to” site online.

• Everything from how to wrap/tape your ankle to how to install software to how to ask someone out on a date

• Includes WikiHow, where you can post your own how-to advice

www.ehow.com

HealthHealth

Revolution HealthRevolution Health

• New site• Lots of great info• Lots of great tools• Symptom checker

– Tell it what hurts– Tell it how it hurts– Suggests things that

might be wrong

www.revolutionhealth.com

Reference & Homework HelpReference & Homework Help

WikipediaWikipedia

• Wikipedia is an online encyclopedia written by “you”• Anyone who uses the internet can edit the entries• If someone enters something incorrect, hopefully

someone will come along soon and correct it• Easy to edit

www.wikipedia.org

How Stuff WorksHow Stuff Works

• Similar to eHow, but about topics not questions

• So instead of how to tape an ankle, you might learn how ankle joints work and how they can be injured

• Make sure you use the print link at the bottom if you want to print!

www.howstuffworks.com

Searching beyond GoogleSearching beyond Google

ExaleadExalead

• Search engine that includes previews of each result

• You can select an item and open the preview without leaving your search results page

www.exalead.com

SearchMashSearchMash

• Actually created by Google

• Each search returns internet results, pictures, videos, Wikipedia and blog entries.

• Information nicely arranged on page

www.searchmash.com

KosmixKosmix

• Limited topic areas – Health, video games, politics, travel, cars, finance

• Click the topic area, then entire your search term• Look for overview pages created by Kosmix

www.kosmix.com

SnapSnap

• Snap anticipates what you are typing

• Large previews of each result it finds

• Allows you to rate each result, to help narrow down exactly what you want

DogpileDogpile

• Gathers results from many search engines, including Google, Yahoo, MSN, etc.

• See all in one place

All the Web Live SearchAll the Web Live Search

• Go to www.alltheweb.com and click “Livesearch beta.”

• Anticipates what you’re typing

• Suggests ways to narrow down your search

ClustyClusty

• “Clusters” results based on what part of your topic they address

• Helps you narrow down your results

• Also offers previews of sites

TravelTravel

Google MapsGoogle Maps

• Maps and driving directions

• Offers maps, satellite photograph or “hybrid” view, with is satellite with road names

• Easy to zoom in, more around on maps

• Can also use for “sight-seeing”

http://maps.google.com

FarecastFarecast

• Helps you decide when to go, how long to stay and when to buy your ticket to get the best price

www.farecast.com

ShoppingShopping

FreecycleFreecycle

• Shopping without money!

• Give your extra TV to someone who wants it, instead of storing it or throwing it out

• Get someone’s extra TV!

• Not a lot of Charlotte entries yet, so create some!

www.freecycle.org

EtsyEtsy

• Buy from craftspeople• Many unique items• Search by item color• Search by seller

location

www.etsy.com

Shop IntuitionShop Intuition

• See something you like a in magazine?

• Go to Shop Intuition, click “As Seen In …” and look for the magazine cover.

• Click the cover, and see what featured items are for sell

www.shopintuition.com

MoviesMovies

Internet Movie DatabaseInternet Movie Database

• The source for information about movies, television, actors, directors

• Lets you know if something is available on DVD, etc.

• Links to movie’s official website for trailers, more info

www.imdb.com

Kids-In-MindKids-In-Mind

• Movie review site that lets you know if a movie is appropriate for kids based on how much gore, sexually suggestive content, cursing, etc.

• Includes discussion questions for each film

www.kids-in-mind.com

LiveplasmaLiveplasma

• Enter a favorite movie and find similar films

• Enter a favorite actor or director and see more of his/her work

www.liveplasma.com

Ain’t It Cool NewsAin’t It Cool News

• Movie news, including pictures from sets of movies being filmed

• Loads of movie trailers

www.aintitcool.com

TelevisionTelevision

Yahoo! TVYahoo! TV

• The best TV site on the Internet

• TV listings• TV news• TV show information• Videos to watch• Get a Yahoo! Account

to personalize

http://tv.yahoo.com

BooksBooks

What Should I Read Next?What Should I Read Next?

• Enter the title and author of a book you liked

• Get recommendations from others who liked the same book

• Click book title to go to Amazon and find out more about the book

www.whatshouldireadnext.com

VideosVideos

SingShotSingShot

• If you like American Idol, this is for you!

• Download SingShot’s karaoke tracks for backup music, record yourself singing them, then upload and let others hear you.

• Contests, rankings

www.singshot.com

You TubeYou Tube

• The best place to find video clips

• Get an account so you can store a list of your favorites

• Official pages from CBS, NBC, Comedy Central, and so on

• Everything from home movies to cartoons to short movies

www.youtube.com

PicturesPictures

FlickrFlickr

• Search for photographs of anything

• Might be taken by tourist, might be taken by pro photographer

• Get an account with Yahoo! so you can store your favorites, because it can be hard to find them again

www.flickr.com

PicnikPicnik

• Edit your photos online

• Crop, resize, enhance• Save to your

computer or send to your Flickr account

www.picnik.com

ImageEditor.netImageEditor.net

• Another place to edit your photos online

• Crop, resize, enhance, be creative

• Save to your computer

www.imageeditor.net

Jackson PollockJackson Pollock

• Create a Jackson Pollock style drawing on your PC

• Click the mouse to change colors

• Move the mouse slowly for a thick line, quickly for a thin line

• Use the browser’s refresh button to start over

www.jacksonpollock.com

Great stuff you just gotta seeGreat stuff you just gotta see

Cute OverloadCute Overload

• All together now – Awww!

• For when you really need a boost, QUICK

• Read the captions too

www.cuteoverload.com

We Feel FineWe Feel Fine

• How does the Internet feel today?

• How does North Carolina feel today?

• Each dot you click shows you a comment or a photo from someone who has a weblog.

• May be R-rated, but always interesting

www.wefeelfine.org

Name VoyagerName Voyager

• How common is your name?

• How common was it the year you were born?

• What other ways could it be spelled?

• Just type it in and watch the chart

http://babynamewizard.com/namevoyager

EonsEons

• My Space for baby boomers

• Book and music reviews for the 50+ crowd

• Health advice• Conversation starters

www.eons.com

Best PlacesBest Places

• Answer a few pages of questions

• Find out what U.S. cities best suit your interests, climate preferences, way of life

www.bestplaces.net

Human ClockHuman Clock

www.humanclock.com

Music & RadioMusic & Radio

PandoraPandora

• Enter the name of an artist or a song you like

• Pandora will play similar music

• Get an account to store your “station”

• Create multiple stations

www.pandora.com

Last.fmLast.fm

• On the front page, enter the name of an artist or song you like

• Last.fm will play similar music, recommend other artists

• Works better if you do not sign in to an account

www.last.fm

Wolfgang’s VaultWolfgang’s Vault

• Hear concerts recorded in the 1960s, 70s

• Many famous groups, famous venues, famous concerts

• Will not work on library computers

www.wolfgangsvault.com

Internet Archive: Audio ArchiveInternet Archive: Audio Archive

• Listen to some real golden oldies

• Songs recorded on old phonograph cylinders in 1907, for example

www.archive.org/details/audio

Internet Archive: Live Music ArchiveInternet Archive: Live Music Archive

• Part of the previous site, the Live Music Archive lets you hear concerts from numerous bands

• Some are not well known, others are very famous but allow their concerts to be recorded

www.archive.org/details/etree

Finally!Finally!

And our last site is …And our last site is …

A place to find more great sitesA place to find more great sites

• Go2Web20.net• Move your mouse

over each logo for a little more info about a site

• Click the logo for a longer description that includes a link to the site itself

www.go2web20.net