Genealogy

Introduction

Genealogy is a hot topic, and enthusiasts are learning what is available on the Internet. Many of us remember only a few of our ancestors. And that interest makes us want to know more about whom our grand and great grandparents were.   You may know the importance of your family's history and want to leave a record for your descendants.

You have been bitten by the genealogy bug if:

•  You go to the library and courthouse to look through old books and documents.

•  You travel to the states/country where your ancestors lived.

•  You can't pass a cemetery, without wanting to stop and read headstones.

The Internet provides many sites for genealogy research.   At the end of this lesson you will have accomplished the following:

• Located genealogical sites of societies, libraries and interest groups
• Learned where to find the documentation for your ancestors
• Found others researching the same surnames  

Let's Cover a Few of the Basics

• There is a difference between searching and surfing the Internet. Surfing is going over the surface much like riding the waves. Searching is targeted, looking for a particular subject or subjects.

• Not everything you will want to find is on-line or free.

• Looking for particular information can take time. When you are ready to search by yourself, set aside an hour so that you can fully enjoy the adventure.

Below are sample links to show you the value of using the Internet to access information. Learning about the many ways to find information important to you can be a truly rewarding experience.

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