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Hacking of Sarah Palin's Email Sends a Warning to GenealogistsWhatever your political views, the recent hacking of Sarah Palin's email is a timely reminder to genealogists to be wary of publishing potentially damaging family information online
Google Street View Creates Virtual Time Travel for GenealogistsIf you've ever wished you could visit the birthplace of your grandparents or where your Father grew up, Google Street View lets you stroll down the streets of the old homesteads without ever leaving your living room.
Christmas Gift Ideas: Genealogists and Family HistoriansIs there someone on your Christmas list that delights in researching the family tree? Do they spend hours locating that elusive document to prove their heritage? Give them a gift that is sure to make their life easier and bring them hours of enjoyment.- Genealogy TipsA genealogist should not be surprised to find a man in the nineteenth century with 14 or more children. He should start his research by being objective and by assuming nothing.
Great Gifts for the GenealogistThe holiday season is NOT around the corner, but even the genealogist needs a little creativity when receiving his or her gift.- Genealogy: How to Turn a Hobby into a Potential CarreerIf you have been working on genealogy for some time and enjoy it, have you ever thought of becoming a Professional Genealogist?
Simple Advice for Beginning GenealogistsHow many times have you said to yourself, "I wish I knew more about my family"? Where to start is the first challenge, but it is easily met. These tips can give you a plan, help you avoid pitfalls, and keep you from wasting time.- A How to Guide for Genealogists: Use GEDCOM File.One of the biggest advantages for genealogist is the Internet.
- What is the Pocket Genealogist Version 3.0?Did you know you could carry your entire genealogy database in your pocket? You can have your entire genealogy database on your cell phone.
Top Ten Gift Ideas for the GenealogistThis article offers ten Christmas or holiday gift suggestions for the genealogist or family history researcher in a variety of price ranges.- FamilySearch Adds 25 Million New RecordsWhere it took 17 years and hundreds of indexers to do the 1880 Census, it took only a few months but thousands of indexers to complete and upload the 1920 Census.
- The Genealogical Proof StandardThe conclusions we reach about about an ancestor must have sufficient credibility to be accepted as proven.
What is a Supertaster and What Do They Eat?Just as the US tries to lower salt additives in processed foods, researchers are finding some people have a natural taste for salt. Can our taste buds be the culprit of the weight gain in Americans?
Family Tree Genealogists - Power Search Your RootsDon't be a stodgy, old-fashioned family historian. Be a vibrant family tree genealogist, and power search your roots. Explore all the online possibilities. Don't limit your hunt to the United States. The public is out there. They are your army.
Careers for History MajorsHave you always loved history, but haven't a clue what you can do with a history major? Read on to learn about some different careers!- Adventures of an Amateur GenealogistI never knew my great grandparents, other than Pearl Weldy, my father's grandmother. Here's what happened when I got tired of not knowing who my ancestors were.
- Family Tree 4-H Project: Confessions of a High School GenealogistMy experience in the world of genealogy was brutal, brief and wonderful.
- Genealogy Resources in Beaumont, TexasThe best place to look in Beaumont, Texas when you're looking for your ancestors.
- The Benefits of GenealogyAn overview of the benefits that persuing a hobby in genealogy can provide.
- Uncovering Our Pasts Gets Easier as Time Goes ByThe Internet has become an extremely valuable tool for the genealogist. Prior to online services and home computers, collecting family histories meant trips to places which most often were not just around the corner.
- A Genealogist Long Term Method of OrganizationTired of searching through stacks of papers for that information, or are you looking for a more efficient form of keeping your records together? From this genealogist method, gain insight and ideas.
- Genealogist's Guide to Planning Your Research Visit: 10 Questions to Ask that Will Save You TimeIf you are planning a genealogy research trip to your local courthouse, a State Archives, the National Archives, a State Historical Society or any of the number of research resource that are available for Genealogist; you have to be prepared.
- DNA and Genealogy - How Do They Work Together?DNA was popularized years ago by using it in high-profile criminal investigations and paternity cases. DNA is commonly used to prove a relationship to an individual.
- How to Spot Genealogy ScamsMany websites and professional genealogists are reputable, but there are some companies that take advantage of the amateur genealogist.
- Researching Family GenealogyGenealogy is a fun and rewarding hobby, and can be a wonderful way to get to know the stories of your past. This is a primer on getting started.
