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What would you do if your computer’s hard drive crashed and all your files were lost? Too terrible to contemplate? It doesn’t have to be if you routinely back up your data. It’s a simple thing to do and can save you from a lot of grief. This week, we show you how: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/html/69backup.htm

I don’t know about you, but I’m often perplexed when I try to read instruction manuals. A new service, LiveManuals updates these puzzling documents to the digital age along with interactive simulations. You’ll never go back to paper after you try this week’s CoolTool: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/cooltool.htm .

The legal noose may be tightening around Napster’s neck, but the technology behind the popular web service is alive and well. Known as peer-to-peer file sharing, it promises to deliver a wealth of digital products to your desktop. Learn more about it at http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/larry.htm .

Nestled between large European countries like Germany, France, Italy and Spain are tiny kingdoms with fascinating histories. If you’ve never been to Andorra, Sark or San Marino, then this Web Tour is for you: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/tour.htm

New to the Net? Our friendly guidebook, "The Portable Learn the Net," is an economical way--just US $9.95--to get everyone connected. To learn more and order online, go to http://www.learnthenet.com/books/book.htm .

"Ten Things You Can Do on the Net This Week:" http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/tenthings.htm

1. Play the word game, "Says You!" http://www.wgbh.org/radio/saysyou/

2. Get the latest medical information: http://www.worldnethealth.com/main.asp

3. Become an online investigator: http://www.webgator.org/

4. Revisit 70s hit TV shows: http://www.tvparty.com/70hit.html

5. Try a tongue twister: http://www.uebersetzung.at/twister/index.htm

6. Read some cowboy poems: http://www.cowboypoetry.com/newandold.htm#Classic

7. Learn about gems and minerals: http://www.minerals.net/

8. Track jaguars in the Mayan jungle: http://www.oneworldjourneys.com/jaguar/index_flash.html

9. Swap your home for an inexpensive vacation: http://www.traveldish.com/features/getsmart/homeswapping.htm

10. See life reflected in a mirror: http://www.jezebel.com/mirror/index.html?page=http%3A//www.jezebel.com/mirror/what.html

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