Links to resources from the popular Web School workshop series.
Web School
Digital Fitness
Mastering Maps
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maps.google.com
- Create and save your own maps, or explore using search, satellite view, or street view.
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scribblemaps.com
- Draw on maps and create annotated directions.
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fueleconomy.gov
- Calculate the fuel cost of your next road trip, and get some tips to save money.
Cooking with Computers
Wired Outdoors
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weather.com
- Detailed weather forecasts as well as pollen and allergy reports, weekend project forecasts, and travel information.
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fishhound.com
- Fishing reports by location.
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adirondackalmanack.com
- Weekly updates on trail conditions, weather advisories, and more.
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smartgardener.com
- An online app that helps you plan and maintain a vegetable gardener using location-based climate info.
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mapmyhike.com
- Track your hike on your phone and see your path, time, and elevation data.
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pintsinthesun.co.uk
- Use location and map data to find out if your favorite restaurant's patio seating will be in the sun or the shade when you visit.
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yelp.com
- Search for restaurants, parks, and more near you, and browse user-submitted photos, reviews, and tips.
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explore.org
- Find a live video feed of your favorite animal--watch puppies, penguins, and bears go about their daily lives from the comfort of your home.
Get Started with Skype
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Skype Refresher
- Use this step-by-step guide to navigate even the finest details of Skyping. Return to it anytime you want--it's free!
Shopping Safely
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Amazon.com
- An established online shopping site with all the indicators of security and trustworthiness. Plus, they have a huge selection.
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US-CERT (United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team)
- A government site dedicated to documenting online scams and threats. A great place to get information about prevalent scams and ways to keep yourself safe.
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Snopes.com
- Another website that debunks online scams and myths. If you receive a suspicious call or e-mail, this is one place you can look to see if others have been scammed.
www.DIY
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Instructables.com
- Step-by-step, illustrated instructions for all kinds of projects.
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YouTube.com
- Search YouTube for how-to videos. Pause, rewind, and rewatch as much as you like.
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This Old House
- Home repair tips and projects from a trusted source.
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Car Talk
- Find car maintenance tips, including info on when to DIY, and when to call a pro.
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Craftsy.com
- Search for and sort through patterns and crafting projects to fit every skill.
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StackExchange
- Post a question, get an answer. A great place to start your DIY quest!
Finding Facts Online
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Google Tips handout
- How to use operators and commands to get better search results.
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wikipedia.org
- Free, online collaborative encyclopedia.
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imdb.com
- The Internet Movie Database--film info and more.
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The Wirecutter
- Buying guides and product reviews for computers, TVs, cameras, and more.
Last updated September 15, 2023