Internet Update
(Newsbytes; 08/11/98)
TOKYO, JAPAN, 1998 AUG 12 (Newsbytes) -- By Martyn Williams, Newsbytes. This
is a roundup of new and updated resources and services on the global Internet
including: home pages for dispersed families; nominations for codies wanted;
Intel's Technology@Work; guide to UK groups for the disabled; New Jersey gets
Internet media network; tracking media scandals; Romanian Infocities.
Home Pages For Dispersed Families
Designed for families, the Shoebox's suite of publishing tools allows visitors
to build home pages, threaded discussions, create an interactive calendar, and
maintain private and public publishing areas. With your public area, you can
showcase your family to the world, while using the private area for family
information and discussions. World Wide Web: http://www.familyshoebox.com
Nominations For Codies Wanted!
The Software Publishing Association is now soliciting nominations for its 1999
Excellence in Software Awards, also known as the Codie Awards. To qualify,
companies must nominate their products by September 4. The 1999 Codie Awards
will encompass 39 categories in eight award groupings. World Wide Web:
http://www.spa.org/codieawards
Intel's Technology@Work
From Intel, the Technology@Work forum is aimed at business technology leaders
and influencers. Free to join, this membership forum pulls together the latest
in-depth information about business products, technologies, and the impact of
trends on the computer industry. One of the special features is the opportunity
for members to interact with Intel technology experts and executives. World
Wide Web: http://www.intel.com/businesscomputing/tech/index.htm
Guide To UK Groups For The Disabled
The UK's Disability Net has an index to groups for the disabled in the United
Kingdom. From the disabiliy program unit at the BBC to the disabled driver's
association and muscle power, visitors will find a wide range of links here and
also be able to explore the rest of the site, packed with related information
and news. World Wide Web: http://www.disabilitynet.co.uk/groups/
New Jersey Gets Internet Media Network
Two of New Jersey's leading Web sites, NJ Web Guide and Find NJ, have combined
forces to create Digital Creek Publishing. The new company, described as the
first Internet media network for the state, brings together the two sites and
through chat rooms and message boards covering everything from local politics
to sports and entertainment. World Wide Web: http://www.njwebguide.com World
Wide Web: http://www.findnj.com
Tracking Media Scandals
The recent rash of scandals and problems concerning the media, from the Valley
of Death report on CNN to the fabrications made by columnist Patricia Smith in
the Boston Globe, The Watchdog is tracking the scandals and providing
information and links on the events. World Wide Web:
http://www.expressnews.com/news2you/watchdog.shtml
Romanian Infocities
For all the information and data on major cities in Romania, Internet users can
now turn to Romanian Infocities. Currently covering three cities, Timisoara,
Sibiu and Oradea, with more planned, the guide offers information on the media,
health, tourism, places to shop, eat and party, money and more. World Wide Web:
http://www.infocities.ro
Newsbit furnished by:
A: NetShift Software Ltd.
A: Hughenden Yard, Marlborough, Wilts,SN8 1LT, UK
T: +44 (0)1672 511 094
F: +44 (0)1672 511 078
E: [email protected]
W: www.netshift.com
Thanks Tim!
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