Other Internet Guides

• The Whole Internet User's Guide and Catalog. Ed Krol, 1992. Much touted leader of the "new breed" of Internet books. Similar to The Internet Passport in many ways, but shows you how to use more programs. Provides a wonderful introduction to the Internet and a catalog of resources.

• The Internet Companion. Tracy LaQuey with Jeanne Ryer, 1992. A slim volume designed for very novice users. Explains the network without explaining how to use network tools. It contains general Internet information and juicy network tidbits.

• Zen and the Art of the Internet, Second Edition. Brendan Kehoe, 1992. This is the book version of the Zen that is available via anonymous FTP. The second edition is somewhat longer, and includes a good introduction to the Internet and instructions on how to use the basic Internet tools.

• Internet: Getting Started. SRI International, 1992. Designed for networking professionals interested in an Internet connection. Discusses technical and administrative issues about connecting and belonging to the Internet. It also covers computer networks throughout the world.

• NorthWestNet User Services Internet Resource Guide (NUSIRG). Jonathan Kochmer and NorthWestNet, 1991. The predecessor to The Internet Passport . The new version surpasses the old, but if you find a copy of NUSIRG , do not hesitate to use it. It contains excellent information.

• The User's Directory of Computer Networks. Tracy LaQuey, 1990. Describes the networks that comprise the Internet and includes information on other networks such as Bitnet, SPAN, and UUCP. This book is known for its site listings: every group on every network is included in a 150-page list of organizations.

• The Matrix: Computer Networks and Conferencing Systems Worldwide. John Quarterman, 1990. An organizational and political explanation of how the various global networks interrelate. A valuable reference on global networks and non- U.S. systems.