The Web After Work for Dummies

Think the Internet is just for nerds, academic and government research, or businesses trying to make a buck? Think again! This book is the perfect way to find out how to unlock the door to unique areas on the Internet. This book shows users how to explore the Internet looking for items of interest and/or hobbies. Spend leisure time on an exciting site-by-site tour, venturing through topics like art museums, ballroom dancing, pets, gardening, and much more.

If you are a new Web surfer, The Web after Work for Dummies can help you find useful Web resources for your hobbies and interests. The first two chapters present an overview of the Internet and information on getting connected. The core of this book incorporates reviews and addresses for various sites: online shops, hobbies, news, weather, sports, arts and crafts, health, travel, shareware sites, games, health, humor, and more. The Web after Work for Dummies also introduces you to using e-mail, gopher, file transfer protocol (FTP), and Archie and describes the major search engines. Other features include a list of the 10 strangest sites and the 10 most useful sites on the Web (according to the book's author) and an attached CD-ROM with America Online software for Macintosh and Windows.