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Urban DictionaryUrban Dictionary is a slang dictionary with your definitions.
QuotationsOver 21,000 quotations online from over 2,500 authors, and more are added daily. Forums for answers to your questions about quotations.
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WorldometersUses your computer's clock, so if you are curious how much we will have HIV-infected in 2050 then just change your system time to 2050. Please note that it will just calculate values based on current statistics.
WorldtimeserverWorld Time Server provides correct and current time in any world time zone, country or major city.
FarkThis site is a great source for all kinds of information, especially the weird and unusual. Stories are separated into categories, including ironic, cool, strange, asinine, interesting, and more. Users must register in order to submit stories or post comments.
HowStuffWorksHow does a spider work? What about performance-enhancing drugs? Or computer viruses, or drilling for oil? We don't know how HowStuffWorks learned it all, but we're sure glad it's willing to share.
Internet ArchiveWhen the page you've been searching for comes up "404: File Not Found," haul yourself over to the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine, where the ghosts of sites past (over 11 billion searchable pages' worth) are still reachable. While you're there, browse archives of audio, video, and text—all free.
ZDNetZDNet's motto: "Where Technology Meets Business." Which is, well, everywhere. What business doesn't rely on technology? And, if you want, or need, to keep up with the ever-changing world of computer technology, ZDNet is the place for you. You'll find white papers on VPN and Web services, Webcasts on security and servers, and toolkits for coping with disaster recovery and wireless. Of course, not everything is geared for the hardcore techie. Those looking for digital cameras or notebooks will find recommendations and advice. And, with a lineup of tech-world luminaries, you'll find lots of opinions on everything from Apple to WiFi.
HealthfinderIf you search for information on cancer, AIDS, or any other illness at one of the Web's search engines, you're likely to find thousands and thousands of documents, arranged in an order having nothing to do with reliability, relevance, or the other concerns you've likely got when researching a disease. How do you make sense of all the health information on the Web? With Healthfinder, a U.S. government site with links to health and medical news, databases, journals and other information. With a simple interface and a well-organized collection of links, Healthfinder serves as an excellent gateway to the seemingly endless amount of medical knowledge on the Net. There's a strong focus on government resources, but you'll also find links to respected non-profits and academic research center.
AllExpertsAllExperts provides answers to a wide range of topics, from contracts and car repair to Java and Oracle. In a category devoted to Oracle, for instance, more than a score of experts were available, willing to answer questions on topics such as backup and recovery and database tuning. The same goes for lots of other topics, including programming, ping-pong, and whatever else you want to know. AllExperts considers itself "the oldest and largest Q&A service on the Internet."
whatis.comNot long ago, most people didn't know what a modem was, much less "push" technology or hypertext. Now, these terms have entered the popular lexicon, with more -- many more -- on their way from the world of the tech-heads. If you want to stay ahead of the game, or simply learn about what HTTP is, or telephony, or SQL -- or just about anything else having to do with the Net and computers -- you're likely to find the answer at whatis.com. With definitions of everything from ActiveX to WAIS, the whatis.com Internet glossary offers an easy way to learn the meaning of the latest techno-world buzzwords. Browse the site's categories, such as writing HTML and graphic design, and soon you'll be qualified for a comfortable chat with Bill Gates.
The Electronic ZooGoodbye, Dr. Doolittle. Hello, Electronic Zoo! If the answer is not here, then you probably don't need to know it. This site is packed with links to information about animals of every shape and size imaginable. The kids would like to see some animals? Why not stop by the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, or one of the other "real" zoo pages. Have a question about a sick pet? Look up Veterinary Services or click on over to NetVet, a sister home page. Learn everything there is to learn about amphibians, birds, cats, dogs, ferrets, fish, horses, pigs, and invertebrates. Join mailing lists and newsgroups about animals. Then, get the latest news about your favorite animal by checking out one or two of the many online magazines featured here.
Parenthood.comParenthood.com covers it all, from conception to camps. Looking for baby names? Parenthood.com lists the most popular ones, from Michael and Jessica to Zachary and Kayla. You'll also find expert info on everything from alternatives to spanking to comfortable sleeping positions during pregnancy. A useful resource for parents and parents-to-be, Parenthood.com includes features ranging from "Abdominal strengthening during pregnancy" to "Helping your children with homework."
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