Fred Langa writes a wide ranging column covering just about everything current in computer use. Strong interaction with his readers allows Langa to cover topics well beyond what a single person could do. Twice weekly free subscription Plus edition available for $10 US http://www.langa.com/newsletter.htm

Woody Leonhard and a whole bunch of other people share their love/hate relationship with Microsoft in no less than 7 newsletters focused on Window, WinXP, Office, Access, Project, Palm, and Beginners. These are a good source of up to date information on Microsoft updates and patches along with some good advice on what patches will do to your system. WindowsWatch is must have resource for nearly everyone and the individual product newsletters are full of useful tips and tricks. There are full archives and related forums on the website. The main website is http://www.wopr.com/ and the newsletters http://www.woodyswatch.com/ Distribution varies among the newsletters, free subscription.

Jeff Harrow writes about the leading edge developments in all manner of technologies giving a fascinating and sometimes troubling peek into the future. The logo reflects the tone of the column. bi-weekly, free subscription. http://www.TheHarrowGroup.com (Formerly the Rapidly Changing Face of Computing)

Tom Glander and Joe Robson's Newbie Site is dedicated to explaining computers and the internet in plain english. The free weekly Newbie Club Insider is recognized as probably the best of its kind on the web, offering an abundance of weekly PC tips, tutorials, solutions, and Newbie advice on just about everything you need to boost your knowledge - and put the fun into your computing. http://www.newbieclub.com/?FJBstarters

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