BCC Library Media Center: Web Links

Networking

Internet Public Library: System Administration
This Internet Public Library site provides an annotated list of web resources dealing with the field of computer/system/network administration.

Pacific Northwest Gigapop
"The Pacific Northwest Gigapop is a not-for-profit serving leading edge organizations and Research and Education networks throughout the Pacific Rim. We provide robust, highest-speed access to current state of the art Internet; Next Generation Internet services and technology; and the exclusive R&D testbeds where tomorrow’s Internet technologies are being developed. The PNW Gigapop is built to be the highest caliber Research and Education networking services hub in the world."

Practically Networked
This site provides product reviews, troubleshooting and tutorials, opinions from other users, as well as news and forums. This site's focus is home and small business computer networks.

Virus/Hoax Detection

Symantec
This site includes information on "Security Response" with a link that will scan your local system for viruses.

Trend Micro This site has information on viruses and the current "top threats." This site also contains a free virus scan, so you can check your system for virus threats.

Virus Hoaxes and Netlore
This site works to debunk virus hoaxes that you may hear about and also evaluates email chain letters that are out there to get you. There's an extensive list of hoax websites, as well as links to real viruses to be aware of and other resources.