Cool Sites, Reference Areas
Learning new concepts in IT can be similar to learning a foreign language. New terms must be introduced into student's vocabulary so that they can both understand and converse fluently about these concepts.
The following list consists of online dictionaries and other refesrence sites where students can go to get information that is specifically related to IT fields. These sites have been recommended by ExplorNet IT Instructors to contain accurate IT definitions and information.
Answers.com
Online dictionary, encyclopedia and much more. Some people consider this site to be an alternative to Wikipedia.
ComputerHope's Computer Dictionary
A general IT dictionary sponsored by ComputerHope.com
ComputerUser High-Tech Dictionary
A general IT dictionary sponsored by ComputerUser.com
Encyclopedia of Networking
An online encyclopedia of networking terms and concepts.
Free On-Line Dictionary Of Computing (FOLDOC)
A general IT dictionary supported by the Imperial College Department of Computing, London
Networking Technologies Glossary
Glossary from Networking Technologies course.
NetworkWorld Encyclopedia
An online encyclopedia of networking terms and concepts. Sponsored by NetworkWorld.com.
TechWeb: TechEncyclopedia
A general IT dictionary sponsored by TechWeb.com
Webopedia: Online Computer Dictionary for Computer and Internet Terms
A general IT dictionary sponsored by internet.com
Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A user supported, free online encyclopedia.
Students can also get a list of definitions by including the special operator "define:" in a Google search with no space between it and the term you want defined. Teachers should be aware that this kind of search may turn up irrelevant or incorrect definitions.
Other Helpful Sites
Careers
Futures for Kids
The non-profit Futures for Kids pairs students with mentors in their career field for online discussions and career planning advice. After registering and taking a quick assessment, students get a list of job fields related to their goals, then get access to information about those career fields. They can also participate in monitored online discussion boards with adult mentors. This is a FREE site, but the mentoring service is only available in some parts of North Carolina.
Certification
CompTIA
The official site of the leading industry-standard certification organization. Find details of A+ and Network+ certification programs at this site.
CompTIA's E2C Program
Join for discounts on A+ and Net+ test vouchers, other benefits to teachers and students.
Practice Exams
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- A+ Certification MCSE Training MCSE Certification CCNA Network+ CISSP and Security+ Training
- A+ Certification at CertifyExpress MCSE, CCNA Certification, A+ and many more. - Certify Express
- Braindumps.net - Practice questions for all exams
- CIW, CCNA, MCSE practice exams and braindumps - MCSE training
- CompTIA A+ Certification Training Classware by CBT Direct
- http--www.freepractice.com-default.htm
- MCSE, Oracle, Solaris, A+, Network+, CIW, CCNA, CCNP practice tests
Testing Sites
- Pearson VUE - certification and licensure tests and more
- Thomson Prometric - certification tests and more
- A+ Certification at Cert Yourself MCSE, CCNA, Microsoft Certification, MCSA - CertYourself
- Welcome to CompTIA - The Computing Technology Industry Association
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Computer Magazine and News Sites
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- PC Magazine - Computer, Software, Hardware Reviews, Downloads, News, Opinion
- PC Mechanic - PC Assembly, Hardware & Software Tutorials
- PCWorld.com - Digital Duo
- PCWorld.com - Home
- General Computer Technology and Info
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A complete illustrated Guide to the PC Hardware - Bios Central
- Computer Hope's free computer help
- Dux Computer Digest of Computer Networking, Hardware, and Software
- Free Computer Guides
- HardwareCentral - Your source for in-depth computer hardware info.
- HelpOnThe.Net Tech Support Guy - free help for Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, 98, more!
- Howstuffworks Computer Channel
- motherboard.org - best sites for MOTHERBOARDS
- PC Super Tech Main Page
- PCWorld.com - Hardware Tips Salvage the Files You Lost From Your Hard Drive
- TechTutorials A Free Computer Reference Site
- Tom's Hardware Guide
- Welcome to The PC Guide!
- Whatis.com, the leading IT encyclopedia and learning center
Sysop - Lots of useful PC utilities
Boot Disks - Download boot disks for almost every Windows OS version
General Networking
- Networking Tutorials and Resources
- OSI Model Layers
- SearchNetworking.com news and tips on network management, switches and routers
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Miscellaneous
Free PDF converter
PC World's Digital Duo - Streaming video discussions of new technology
Resources
Microsoft's Fresh Start - Licensing program for donated computers
MSDNAA - Microsoft's Academic Alliance Makes OS Licensing More Affordable
Course Technology - Leading the Way in IT Publishing
Element K Courseware - Home - Information - Products
ExamView The Leading Test Generator for Computerized Testing
TestOut Corp
Transcender Exam Preparation Software - Home Page
College Test Preparation (SAT, ACT, more) Site from Texas Instruments
Intel's "The Journey Inside" - Interactive lessons.
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Security
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- AVG Anti Virus HOME
- Home - The home of Spybot-S&D!
- Lavasoft
- PCWorld.com - It's Time to Update Your Internet Security Arsenal
- Symantec Worm Simulator
- Webroot Software - Spy Sweeper, Window Washer, Pop-Up Washer and more.
- Welcome! - SmoothWall
- Zone Labs Zone Labs, Internet security products, online safety, software, protection
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