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Family Tree Magazine's special-issue 2005 Genealogy Guidebook is the complete guide to plugging into your past. We'll point you to the best Web sites, tech gear and software for the New Year. This extra edition is not included in a subscription, so don't miss out! You can get the 2005 Genealogy Guidebook from newsstands nationwide or by ordering online
Stories in this special issue include:
Getting a Lift WEB SITES
Super Search Secrets Online Outlets Surnames of Fortune Land of the Free SOFTWARE
Family Tree Ware Face-off Animated Features Made to Order HARDWARE
System Requirements The Skinny on Scanners Plotting the Past Burning Questions Micro Processors Please allow 2–3 weeks for delivery.
We weigh in on genealogy technology. By Allison Stacy
You don't need superpowers to master Internet searching—just our guide to constructing queries that produce faster, better results. By Tara Calishain
Where on the Web can you find real family history records? We highlight the top 40 free databases for plugging into your past. By Rick Crume
Don't leave your genealogy Web surfing to chance. Try these 13 tools for finding family names online—odds are you'll discover a wealth of ancestral information. By Nancy Hendrickson
Click to your roots from coast to coast: Our state-by-state Web directory guides you to gratis genealogy sites across America. Compiled by Grace Dobush
Our exclusive software ratings guide puts the most popular genealogy programs head to head—so you can pick the one that's right for you. By Rick Crume
Learn how to unlock your genealogy software's multimedia power. Our Q&A explains the basics of adding pictures, sound and video to your family files. By Rick Crume
Is your digital-photo collection in disarray? These three programs make organizing your pictures a snap.
Get the ideal computer for your genealogy needs. Whether you're upgrading or buying new, follow our family history-focused advice to ensure you have all the essential features. By Rick Crume
A scanner's the perfect tool for saving and restoring old photos. The author of Digitizing Your Family History explains how to select the best scanner for your preservation purposes—and make the most of your model. By Rhonda McClure
On your next cemetery trip, don't leave home without a GPS device. Find out how this geography technology can help you locate and record your ancestors' final resting places. By Steve Paul Johnson
If you're wondering how to create a family history keepsake that captivates your relatives, a DVD could be the answer. We've got tips for turning your memories into movies. By Nancy Hendrickson
With a properly equipped personal digital assistant, you can tote your family file to the library, courthouse or archives—in a gizmo that fits in your pocket. Let our PDA primer give you a hand with your hardware and software shopping. By Nancy Hendrickson
