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3 Things About Email at Work
Email at work is different from personal email: it is not private. Knowing email etiquette and separating work and personal accounts can help maintain professionalism.
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Advantages of Using Email
Email has unique benefits that make it useful in many situations. Free and instant with massive storage space, one can send and retrieve email from anywhere in the world.
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Top 5 Email Scams to Look Out For
Protect against email scams by learning about five popular email scam types and the various methods and guises they use, from phishing to false donations.
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Cemetery and Death Records Trace Family History
Death records contain a wealth of genealogical information as well as provide key clues leading to other vital records and avenues of research.
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Immigration Records Help Trace Family Heritage
Immigration records are crucial in genealogy, marking your ancestor's entry into the country. Learn how to locate passenger lists and use them for genealogy research.
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The Top 4 Benefits of Email Search
Email search is a useful tool for online interactions, helping you enjoy the advantages of online networking both safely and easily.
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Forward vs. Reverse Email Search
Email search is exactly what it says: searching for an email address. But what is a reverse email search? Learn the differences between forward and reverse email search.
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Where to Look for Genealogical Resources
From online databases and state websites to public libraries and the International Genealogy Index, a guide to locating resources for family tree research.
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Find Vital Records to Trace Your Family History
Birth, death, marriage, and divorce records not only document important life events in your ancestors' lives, but also provide hints for further genealogical research.
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Finding Your Birth Records
Birth certificates are vital both for genealogy research and for validating your identity, but they aren't so easy to find. Here are tips to locate your birth records.
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What is the International Genealogical Index
Learn all about the International Genealogical Index, an index covering over millions of deceased individuals from areas around the globe, and how to navigate it.
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Useful Genealogy Research Books
Internet resources are not the only tools for genealogy research: There are a myriad of great genealogy books. Here is a quick guide to some interesting research books.
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Genealogical Myths
Do you feel that you can find anything on the internet now, including your family history? Or that if your Auntie said it, it must be true? Think again.
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What is a Cemetery Record?
Fill out facts on your family tree and more through a search of cemetery records.
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Using Cyndi's List For Genealogy Research
Learning how to navigate Cyndi's List, the premiere online genealogy directory, will open a whole world of websites for your family history research.
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State Websites Provide Access to Vital Records
Information from vital records forms the backbone of your genealogical history. Learn all about vital records available through state websites.
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Public Libraries and Genealogy
Feeling lazy or lost about where to go? A public library is a one-stop resource for many different kinds of family history information.
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Becoming A Professional Genealogist
So you've spent an inordinate amount of time on your family history search. There are many possibilities for making money with the skills and experience you've gained.
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Historical Societies and Public Records
Public records are the bread and butter of family tree research. Take advantage of historical societies to help locate public records for your ancestors.
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Genealogical Societies
Genealogy research isn't just a solitary scouring of databases: It's about networking and sharing the fruits of your labor. Use genealogy societies wisely for your study.
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Researching Adoption Genealogy
Adoption can be a complex matter in life-and in genealogy. Here are some considerations to help guide your family tree search if you have adopted relatives.
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What is a Criminal Record?
Criminal records hold mountains of information that can help trace a person's crime history.
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Top Five Genealogy Mistakes
Although building your family tree can be an exciting and rewarding endeavor, there are some common pitfalls that unwary beginners can face.
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Immigration and Genealogy
Immigration can be a difficult step in your family history search. Find out about tips and resources for finding information on your immigrant ancestor.
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Surnames and Genealogy
Surnames are the bread and butter of genealogy. Read all about surnames, how to search for them, and where to look.
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State Archives Offices
Starting your family tree research requires extensive planning and investigation. Get your public records project off to a good start by using your state archives office.
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Family Tree Software
It's easy to feel lost among multitudes of software available for organizing, storing, and presenting your family tree data. This guide will help you with your choices.
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What Are Vital Records?
The difference between vital and public records is subtle, but important. Learn about the valuable information contained in different types of vital records.
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Building a Family Tree
Investigating the furthest reaches of your family history can be quite an adventure, one that can easily lead you astray. Below are some tips to keep yourself on track.
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Public Records Directories
Learn about online public records directories and how to use them to retrieve a myriad of public documents.
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