learnthenet_news : Message: Learn the Net News--Week of March 18, 2001

Learn the Net News--a free weekly service from Learn the Net.com http://www.learnthenet.com

Vol. 3, No. 9 -- Week of March 18, 2001

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Welcome to Learn the Net News.

Last week we discussed how to register a domain name and find a low-cost place to host your personal website. If you’re thinking of doing this, we have tips this week for selecting the perfect domain name. Even though millions of names are already taken, with some creativity and flexibility you can still register a good one. Become the master of your domain at http://www.learnthenet.com/english/html/71domain.htm

Is bigger necessarily better? In the world of personal computers the answer depends on how you plan to use your PC. Tech guru Larry Magid discusses what you should consider before purchasing a new computer: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/larry.htm .

CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, may mean the difference between life and death. Learn how to administer this life-saving technique at Learn CPR: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/cooltool.htm .

In a world of video games and 500 channel TV, reading may seem passé. But a good story can still enthrall kids. On the Net, it’s easy to find a wealth of children’s literature, as you’ll see in this week’s Web Tour: http://www.learnthenet.com/english/features/tour.htm

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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 .

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

1. Explore the parallel universe of Obscure Cities: http://www.tram81.com

2. Eat safely: http://www.foodsafety.gov/

3. Learn about new AIDS research: http://www.aids.org

4. Decorate your walls: http://www.barewalls.com

5. Play classic arcade games: http://www.classicgaming.com

6. Groove to digital dance music: http://www.thewomb.com/

7. Plan an adventure in New Zealand: http://www.gorp.com/gorp/location/newzeal/top_twenty.htm

8. Luxuriate at a virtual five-star hotel: http://www.habbohotel.com/

9. Read about and contribute some wacky new concepts: http://www.halfbakery.com

10. Watch the latest Paris fashion shows: http://www.style.com/styleapps/MD/top.run?p=style&event=F2001RTW