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Created on: December 22, 2011
Communication, Information, Entertainment and Education are the primary uses of the Internet. Users quickly become overwhelmed with the vastness of the internet the result is difficulty in obtaining exactly what they want to extract. The following list is a quick-fix to assist you in your Internet quest.
Softpedia and Cnet are essential in maintaining your computer. Maintaining your computer is the first and most important item; if you do not maintain your computer you have no access to the Internet, software is key. Free software and purchasable software is available for you to use and download, you can use them to maintain your computer, make your life easier or more fun. These two sites also provide product reviews, price comparisons, tips tricks and hints.
CanLII is a non-profit organization making Canadian law accessible free on the Internet. The site contains case results at the provincial and federal levels making it easier for individuals to use case law in their court arguments, be sure to do your research on your issue and do not settle for the first case you come across.
Google is more than a search engine, they have loads of resources free to use. Some of their free tools are images, Genealogy research tools, finance, Maps, Gmail which allows free phone calls and email, videos, Translator, News, and Scholar which is free academic data and so many more incredible tools.
Weather.com lets you look up what is going on in the weather from all over the world. You can watch the storm tracking system alerts and stay informed, this site is tops.
Earth Quake Canada Provides the latest information on earthquakes from all over the world. Magnitude, location and interactive maps that you can tinker with, the fun and learning never end on this site, they even post clips of information.
Webmd.com provides free medical information, you can look up your symptoms or interact with the community if you want supports or to become a support. No one is alone anymore if dealing with a medical condition with this site online, simply beautiful.
Map Quest has to be the most useful tool on the web if you are trying to plan a driving trip. Enter in a location and destination; it will then generate a map for you both with written instruction and an Arial over-view. Find schools, see road conditions and so many more tools!
Criminal Searches provides a great service for free! Being aware of potential sex offenders in your neighborhood,
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