Blogs,+Wikis,+and+other+ICTs

[|Myspace] An online resource for social networking. Customize your profile page with music, graphics, and more. Use the resource to chat, message, and schedule social events with your friends and family members. Myspace is directed at a younger crowd.

Facebook An online resource for social networking. Customize your profile page with music, graphics, and more. Use the resource to chat, message, and schedule social events. Facebook now offers a "group" service that can limit public options down to just a selected group of people, making it perfect for connecting with family members and small groups of friends.

Create and read Blogs! Blogging can be an excellent way to reach others. Create and maintain a page for your family members and you can share thoughts and photos. The following services offer free blog hosting and are all easy to use. Your personal preference will dictate which service works best for you.

[|Xanga]

Blogger

Wordpress

[|Weebly]

Research Your Family History

Whether you are interested on your own or want to discover the history of your family as a family project, genealogy is a great hobby that can help you discover your roots. Many information sites charge fees to search, but there are free resources out there. Here are some great places to get started.

Familysearch.org free search site

Rootsweb.com another free search site

[|USGenweb] free and collaborative, a little limited but growing all of the time

Check in your local library! Many library systems offer free access to paid genealogy databases that will help you in your search. Talk to a librarian. While you are in the library, look for books about genealogy for more great ideas and resources.