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Do you have a friend or parent who needs help going online? Then give them "The Portable Learn the Net." At US $9.95, it’s an economical way to get everyone connected. Place your order at http://www.learnthenet.com/books/book.htm .

Apple’s done it again--designed a computer that’s not only loaded with power, but looks great too. The new iMac, with its flat panel screen and half sphere base is certainly a breakthrough. But is it right for you? Read our review this week: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/larry.htm

As a kid, Greek and Roman mythology fascinated me. With a pantheon of hundreds of gods, goddesses and odd creatures though, it was tough remembering who was who. How I wish I had access to the Encyclopedia Mythica, an online database for world myths, legends and folklore. If you’re interested in Ajax (not the cleanser), Paris (not the city) and thousands of other mythical people and places, this site’s for you: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/cooltool.htm

I’m a big fan of Internet radio, an alternative to the commercial-ridden, monotonous broadcast stations. Unfortunately, the very existence of these fledgling online stations in the U.S. is threatened by pending legislation that will dramatically increase the royalty fees they will be forced to pay. Learn more about this important issue and add your voice to the growing chorus of concerned listeners by visiting Save Internet Radio at http://www.saveinternetradio.org

 

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"Ten Things You Can Do on the Net This Week"

http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/tenthings.htm

1. Interpret your dreams: http://www.freakydreams.com/

2. Tinkle the keys of a virtual piano: http://www.pianographique.com/datasuk/init.php

3. Build a castle in the sand: http://www.sandcastlecentral.com/tips/index.html

4. Explore the history of the horse: http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/horses/

5. Find top news stories: http://www.newstrove.com/

6. Brew the perfect cup of espresso: http://www.coffeeresearch.org/espresso/potential.htm

7. Play the milk mustache game: http://www.whymilk.com/fun/game.html

8. Admire the drawings of Leonardo da Vinci: http://banzai.msi.umn.edu/leonardo/

9. Construct a Lego junkbot: http://www.lego.com/build/junkbot2/junkbot2.asp?x=x&login=0

10. Visit the Museum of Talking Boards: http://www.museumoftalkingboards.com/

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