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The Computer World


If you like to keep up with what's going on in the computer industry but don't have enough time to read all those big long articles in the computer magazines. Then your going to love this section. We will be providing short indepth articles dealing with the computer issues you care about. So if you know of a particular topic you think should be here than e-mail us.

We are looking for people who would be interested in writing articles for this section. If you or someone you know would ne interested in doing this please e-mail us.


  1. The Java Security Bug
  2. Pentium or Pentium Pro
  3. The Advance of the Net
  4. ADSL
  5. What to Look for When Buying a Computer


For more information on computer news check out our HOT Links section for some great links to other sites with computer news. Please also try some of the search engines below that are just for finding information on computers.
Microsoft Knowledge Base (MSKB)
Pick any Microsoft product, from a keyboard to FORTRAN. If you have a question about it, or want a productivity tip, get the information straight from the source.

Search tips: Select a subject area from the box, then enter one or more words, but avoid common ones like Windows or Microsoft.

FOLDOC, the Free On-line Dictionary of Computing
Scratching your head at computing terms, jargon, acronyms, products, and obscure references? Most likely, you'll find the answer here (or mirrored at Princeton for U.S. residents).

Search tips: Search using common words, terms, or expressions.

c|net Product Finder
Find the computer product you want and jump straight to the manufacturer's Web site (if you still want to after reading c|net's review).

Search tips: Keep it simple. Enter a product name without a model number (DeskJet rather than HP DeskJet 660c), and omit Corporation and International from company names.

Price Watch Computer Index
Is the price you were quoted the best one for the computer equipment you want? Check Price Watch's database of prices from numerous dealers. The search is smart, fast, and wide-ranging.

Search tips: Enter a product or category name. Use phrases freely; this smart engine can decipher them.

CMP Technology Database
Search articles from the company that publishes Windows Magazine, Computer Reseller News, Electronic Engineering Times, and other publications.
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 maximum hits

Search tips: Enter a natural language query, or restrict your search using AND or NOT. To widen a search, use OR. If you enter a phrase, separate the words with ADJ.

ZD Net
Search the online articles from Ziff-Davis publications such as PC Magazine, Computer Shopper, and MacUser.

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To make multiple selections, hold down the Ctrl key on a PC or the Command key on a Mac.

Search tips: Enter a search word or a few words. To restrict a search, separate terms with AND or NOT. To widen a search, use OR.



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Eric Roberts TCP@HoTMaiL.com
Last revised: February 27, 1997