Join Explorers in the Gobi Desert
June 30, 1997 - Throughout July,
Discovery Channel Online (DCOL) joins scientists from the American
Museum of Natural History and the Mongolian Academy of Sciences in their
search for dinosaurs and other fossil vertebrae in Mongolia's Gobi Desert.
Visitors to DCOL may read daily dispatches and view photos; participate in
discussion forums on various dinosaur topics; and e-mail questions to the
team. In addition, the site includes a dinosaur gallery and links to
dinosaur-related Web sites.
A Site for CITES
June 27, 1997 - The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) recently added a new
section to their Web site, the Convention on International Trade on Endangered
Species (CITES). The section includes
wildlife resources such as the "Top Ten Most Wanted" endangered species;
information on illegal trade; and a listing of wildlife trade proposals
along with their voting results. Visit WWF's Web site for more information.
Free Listserv Package
June 26, 1997 - Maryland-based,
L-Soft International, Inc., recently made available a free version of
its LISTSERV Lite mailing list manager to individuals interested in running
Internet-based discussion groups for nonprofit use. The software,
"Free Edition," is functionally identical
to the commercial LISTSERV Lite product, with a limit of 10 mailing lists
of up to 500 subscribers each. Visit L-Soft's Web site for more information
and to download the mailing list manager.
Common Cause for Reform
June 26 1997 - Common Cause and Campaign for America recently
partnered with Virginia-based, NMP, Inc.,
to bring their Project Independence campaign to the Internet.
Project Independence is a grassroots effort on behalf of campaign
finance reform. Visitors may sign an online petition for campaign finance
reform legislation; download the text of campaign finance reform bills; and
take a Project Independence quiz. In addition, visitors may subscribe to
the "Common Cause Email Alert Network" and receive information on news and
events affecting campaign finance reform. Visit Project Independence's Web
site for more information.
Insurance Web Site Redesigned
June 25, 1997 - Proxicom, based McLean, Virginia, recently redesigned
the Travelers Property Casualty
Family Insurance Web site. Visitors may request insurance quotes on a
variety of services including automotive, American folk art, antique toys
and glassware. In addition, Travelers' "Estimators" help homeowners
determine if they have enough insurance protection to replace or rebuild
their homes in the event of a catastrophe. The site also has a section
where children may play interactive games which help them learn about fire
and crime safety.
Training Program for Area Teachers
June 23, 1997 - The Mindwalker Project, a community-based nonprofit
organization, recently created a training program for teachers in Greater
Washington. The purpose of the program is to train teachers in technology
and enable them to successfully integrate technology into the K-12 curriculum.
To financially support this effort, Mindwalker is conducting computer
classes for corporations and community members; a portion of the proceeds
from these classes will be used to fund the teachers' training program. The
Mindwalker Project is based in Chantilly, Virginia; to learn more,
e-mail Mindwalker.
Maryland Schools to Connect
June 20, 1997 - This fall, the Family Education Network,
the Maryland State and U.S. Departments of Education and AT&T, will initiate
a program to connect all the school districts in Maryland. Using interactive
Web sites, families will be able to keep track of developments in their local
schools and communicate with teachers and others in the community. The sites
will include information such as what's for lunch in the school cafeteria;
the minutes from the last PTA or school board meeting; and a list of after-school
activities. The community networking program is an extension of existing
Family Education Network and
AT&T Learning Network(R) initiatives designed to promote family
involvement in education and strengthen the connection between schools,
families and communities through the use of technology.
Generate Legal Contracts Online
June 20, 1997 - Invisible Hand Software LLC (IHS), based in Annandale,
Virginia, offers QuickForm Contracts
Online. QuickForms® is an automated Web system for drafting agreements
and contracts for the computer industry, Internet commerce and general
business transactions. Visitors may draft a contract online and preview a
summary based on the information provided. For a fee, IHS will place the
information in a contract format and e-mail the finalized document to the
user. For a limited time, visitors who order a QuickForm contract will
receive a free copy of the "Legal Survival Guide for Industry and Internet
Commerce". Visit QuickForm's Web site for more information.
Coopers & Lybrand's New Partner
June 18, 1997 - Coopers & Lybrand
Consulting recently formed a relationship with, Reston, Virgnia-based,
CyberCash, Inc. to improve the
e-commerce offerings of its Solutions Thru Technology (STT) practice. STT
will use CyberCash technology to enable its clients to accept Internet
payments using microtransactions, credit card or electronic check payments.
In addition, STT consultants will work with clients to develop their
e-commerce Web sites.
Women Empowering the Web
June 17, 1997 - Virginia-based
Women's Connection Online (WCO) recently partnered with IBM to offer
IBM's Internet Connection® to professional women and women business owners.
Individuals who subscribe through WCO will receive IBM's Home Page Creator
which allows users to develop personal home pages. In addition, subscribers
may participate in private discussion groups with guest experts on
business-related topics and other issues. Visit WCO's Web site for more
information.
CNI Announces Content Provider
June 17, 1997 - Community Networks, Inc. (CNI),
a division of BTG, Inc., recently added the Weather Channel
to its NetPartners program as a national content provider for PulseSM,
CNI's cable-Internet service. Features of the "Pulse Forecast and Current
Conditions" include a five-day outlook specific to the community; local and
regional Doppler and satellite maps; and the current weather across the U.S.
Based in Vienna, Virginia, CNI's services include high-speed Internet access,
systems integration and network management.
Geeks on the Street
June 13, 1997 - Black Geeks Online
will present, "Taking IT (Internet Technology) to the Streets," on Saturday,
July 5th. The purpose of this event is to provide residents of the District
hands-on exposure to the Internet and to encourage netpreneurism in the
community. The event will bring together experienced netizens, IT companies,
netpreneurs, business owners and government personnel to provide free
one-on-one e-mail and Web instruction. Based in Washington, D.C., Black
Geeks Online is a virtual community committed to increasing computer literacy
and Internet access among African Americans.
Resource for Web Jargon
June 12, 1997 - NetLingoTM is
an online dictionary of Internet terms. The site contains definitions of
emerging vocabulary surrounding the technology and community of the Internet
and the Web. In addition to searching and browsing for words, visitors may
post questions or comments about the Internet on a message board and add new
lingo to the dictionary. Visitors have the option to download a mini-program
which provides a desktop reference that continues to access the NetLingo
dictionary after leaving the site.
KnowledgeWay Launches LEAF
June 11, 1997 - The Potomac KnowledgeWay Project recently launched
the Legal Education and Advocacy
Forum (LEAF). This online Forum allows for the exchange of information,
ideas and opinions about the laws governing electronic communications and
related subjects, especially in Maryland, Virginia and the District.
Current topics include: how general counsel, CIO's and CTO's can best
contribute to the bottom line; the present and future of electronic filings;
and developing standards for electronic contracts. The goal of the Forum is
to spur creative thinking resulting in improved communications within
organizations. Visit LEAF to participate or to create a new discussion.
Nonprofit Publication Launches Site
June 10, 1997 - Washington, D.C.-based
Chronicle of Philanthropy, a
bi-weekly publication for nonprofit organizations, recently went
online. The site includes a summary of the Chronicle's most recent
issue; a listing of upcoming conferences and workshops; and
information on job opportunities in the nonprofit sector browseable
by category. In addition, visitors may sign up to receive updates by
e-mail, send letters or opinion articles to the editor and visit the
Chronicle's sister publication,
The Chronicle of Higher
Education.
Eyes on Technology
June 9, 1997 - LC Technologies, Inc.
of Fairfax, Virginia, develops and markets products based on the automatic
tracking of the human eye. LC's Eyegaze System
makes it possible for physically-challenged or verbally-impaired individuals
to operate a computer with their eyes. The system will appear in an upcoming
"20/20" broadcast on ABC will feature a journalist who uses this technology
to write his weekly columns, among other things. Visit LC Technologies' Web
site for more information.
Explore the Planet Online
June 6, 1997 - Discovery Communications, Inc. (DCI)
recently launched the Planet
Explorer Web site. The site uses CD-ROM, online games and
television interfaces to bring the audience exotic places from
around the world. The first in the Planet Explorer series,
Byzantine:
The Betrayal, integrates storytelling, historical and cultural
context and puzzle-solving through a virtual journey. Visit Planet
Explorer to begin your journey.
Supreme Court Cases Online
June 5, 1997 - FindLaw Internet Legal
Resources recently made a database of all Supreme Court cases accessible
online. Cases may be searched by citation, case name or full text. Findlaw
also offers an e-mail service where users may sign up to receive updated
law reviews and law journal abstracts based on personal areas of interest.
In addition, the site includes a listing of law schools across the country;
links to legal news and reference materials; and information on foreign and
international resources.
The Web Police
June 4, 1997 - Infringatek Inc.
recently announced the development of a network forensics team to respond to
growing instances of crime and illicit activities on the Internet. The
forensics division will assist in infringement investigations and offer
consulting services in other network security areas. In addition, they will
investigate and track activities within corporate networks and the Internet.
Headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, Infringatek, Inc. specializes in protecting
intellectual property rights through Internet monitoring; provides incident
response and investigation services; and conducts security audits.
Resource for Small Businesses
June 3, 1997 - Hewlett-Packard recently launched the
HP Small Business Web Resource Center. The site includes information on business and technology issues;
tips such as how to pblicize your company; and stories on how other small businesses have integrated
technology into their business. In addition, the Resource Center includes a "Where to
Buy" section that allows users to find small-business experts in their area and, from June 2-5, visitors
may enter a promotion to win HP
products. For more information, visit the Resource Center's Web site.