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Artificial Intelligence - Alan Turing ) was a British computer scientist who believed that one day a machine would be designed that would be "intelligent" enough to fool a human into thinking he was talking to another person. The Turing Test is only one part of this very informative site on A-life, AI, or artificial intelligence. How far have we come? Where are we going? This site was created by students for the ThinkQuest competition.
Builder.com - Web Authoring - If you're trying to advance your Web site building skills, this site is a good place to start. Find reviews for Web authoring software, tips from experts, and advanced tips on subjects such as frames, Dynamic Hypertext Markup Language (DHTML), and cross-platform compatibility. There is also beginner's stuff, but if the material here sounds too complicated, check out some of the other sites in this book first. If you decide to take the plunge into Web authorship and need to learn more, remember this site.
Dr. Dobb's Programmer's Vault - If you're really into computers, you might think of writing your own program--maybe even a cool new game! How do you get started? One way is here. Check the tutorials on everything from C and C++ to Java. Lots on game design, how to detect sprite collisions (that's when your spaceship collides with a photon torpedo and you want to show an explosion), how to write a text adventure game, and MORE.
MOOSE Crossing Information - Would you like to build your own world with other kids from around the planet? Would you like to work on special projects with kids age 13 and under? Would you like to work on a computer at MIT, the foremost center of computer innovation? Do you own or have access to a Macintosh computer (or want to try a beta of a Win client)? If you answered "Yes" to these questions, then MOOSE Crossing is the place for you.
NCSA - A Beginner's Guide to HTML Home Page - Itching to write your own cool home page? This is a very good place to learn Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), so you can write your own code to amaze the world with your Web creation. At this site, you'll find step-by-step descriptions and instructions.
Secret Art of HTML Programming and Web Design - This site was created by students for the ThinkQuest competition. It offers HTML tutorials at beginner through more advanced levels. The more complicated "lectures" will teach you VRML and JavaScript programming. Lower levels cover forms, frames, and image maps. There's also a useful set of links to further information.
WinFiles.com! - WinFiles now offers shareware, drivers, and other information for Windows 95, 98, NT, and CE. You'll find all kinds of information in an easy-to-use format, including the fact that they have recently been acquired by C|Net.
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