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for Tuesday May 6, 2002 - Knoxville, TN US
The FindStuffOnTheNet (http://www.findstuffonthenet.com) web site provides a growing article library that attempts to tackle the information gap head-on. The article "How do Some People -'Get It' " discusses several theories on how kids tend to pick up technology faster than adults. However, it explains that this is not a sign of ineptitude - most adults just weren't taught the Internet in school like kids today. It also shows how adults can tackle this problem and catch up with their kids. Other articles include "Top Things You Must Realize When Searching", addressing some of the frustrations many people have with search engines and the Internet in general. "Tools to Find Family-Friendly Content" helps parents use search engine filters to remove inappropriate content. "The problem I have found with most computer web sites and books is that they don't tackle the fear inherent in many people when it comes to technology, especially older adults," discusses Envision Programming owner Andrew Malek. "With FindStuffOnTheNet, I try to tackle this problem three-fold." "First, I explain to adults that it's okay that they don't yet understand the Internet. Don't be intimidated by kids because there are reasons many of them are comfortable with technology. Second, via the e-book, I show how easy it is to access the Internet using common software packages, taking readers through the process of typing in web addresses. Third, I continue with a series of lessons that start people out with the basics, focusing later on more advanced topics. I don't treat readers as 'idiots', and I do offer many examples and 'hand-holding'." With today's information overload, it is becoming more important not to bog oneself down by memorizing facts, but to know how to access needed information quickly. FindStuffOnTheNet helps solve this problem with procedures and anecdotes from Andrew Malek's over eight years of experience on the Internet, working in web development at two Internet companies and one Fortune 100 telecommunications company. Malek has many times been called upon to answer questions using a variety of techniques - directories, search engines, message forums, as well as various other sites and tools. "People feel overwhelmed, anxious, even downright frightened with all of the information that's available. It may be hard to overcome a fear with technology. However, you must take that first step. Learn about the many tools brilliant people have designed to sift through this overload of information. It is not possible to master every tool, but by reading, showing patience, and accepting a little help, you can learn how to use some of them effectively. The ability to perform Internet research can make you more educated, more informed, and yes, even more entertained, bettering your personal and professional lives." Andrew Malek also operates another
computer tips web site and offers consulting and seminars for getting the
most out of the Internet. He can be reached via the contact
page on FindStuffOnTheNet
(http://www.findstuffonthenet.com).
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