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When You Need Help, Head To The Experts
By Molly Delano
When you have a question that needs answering, the Internet is the first place you should head. There are hundreds of advice and research sites just waiting to stuff your head with knowledge—all for free.
At allexperts.com, an army of volunteer experts is on tap to help you with everything from algorithms to day trading. Allexperts guarantees a three-day turnaround on answers via email. They are all listed by name and qualifications, so you
can choose the cybergeek that seems most likely to help you win that bet with your roommate or write a topnotch term paper.
For anyone out there who's ever wondered exactly how a fax machine or jet plane works, Howthingswork.com is the site for you.
Nuts & Bolts
The site is amazing: it offers concise explanations on how just about everything under the sun works, from car engines to web pages to toilets, all alphabetized for easy
accessibility. And the best part is that the guy who started it all is actually named Marshall Brain.
For tech-only questions, Whatis.com is the ultimate destination. Though it's going to re-launch this fall with an enhanced site, Whatis already is an information technology clearinghouse. The site has thousands of tech definitions that are organized alphabetically, as well as by topic, such as chat terms or graphic design. Simply click on terms like TCP/IP, egosurfing, or pagejacking for a definition that includes cross-referenced links for further information.
If you're looking for some advice on how to pull off an ollie on your skate board or cook a gourmet dinner, Ehow.com will show you how to do it complete with photos and step-by-step directions.
The site is divided into "centers" that cover everything from fashion to finance to higher learning. Each center is further divided into ehow sub-categories like "choosing the right college courses," "how to cram for a test," or "buying hik-
If you're looking for some advice on how to pull off an ollie on your skate board or cook a
gourmet dinner. Ehow.com will show you how to do it, complete with photos and step-by-step directions.
ing boots." The ehow homepage has an internal search engine that allows users to simply type in the thing they need to do, and instructions come right up.
Tech Desk
Myhelpdesk.com is the perfect site for those who like to tackle computer problems on their own. Before you throw your laptop out the window, check out this help portal. It has indexed FAQs for just about every product out there plus troubleshooting tips, bug fixes, telephone and online help, and maintenance hints.
Another all-purpose help
Another all-purpose help and advice site is 4anything.com, a huge network of web guides and links. The site is divided into categories such as 4GREs which brings up a list of links to GRE sites throughout the web for those contemplating grad school. Though 4anything.com doesn't offer any actual advice, it can give you a push in the right direction.
That thing about the web being useful for more than email, MP3s, your horoscope and porn is actually true. So the next time you find yourself without an answer, start—and finish—by looking on the web.
Astrology
Astrology
Astrology.com
For those interested in the world of stars and signs, astrology.com is the place to go. This site blends entertainment with a wealth of background information if you want to learn about this ancient art. Astrologer Kelli Fox provides general and specialized horoscopes (for love career, etc), and astrology.com's free sample chart will give you a taste of what this web site offers. If you like what you see, for a small fee you can get a more detailed chart. Find out what the stars have in store for you! EFeick
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Uzone
Uzone.com Visiting this site is like taking a trip to your university student center, complete with shopping, gossip, sex talk, and class
notes. By far one of the handiest resources for the academic procrastinator, especially with the term paper database. This is an all-around helpful site that can answer nearly any question a college student may have—from how to make money while in college or what to avoid when shopping for a fake ID.AHill
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Free Translation
freetranslation.com
Billed as "the fastest web-based translation," freetranslation.com by Transparent is your tutor, business translator and foreign language lab all rolled into one. Type from one word to a 1,300 word paragraph and this powerful engine will translate it into one of 6 languages or from these into English. It also has a separate engine that translates entire web pages into the language you choose. Minimal advertising (all for Transparent products) allows this site to operate very fast—no tedious banner uploads to drag down your translation time. Been wanting to send your French pen-pal an email in French? Struggling while learning a new language? Freetranslation.com is the place-simple, fast and free. MDougherty
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