Introduction to the Internet for the Aging Network
Ka-Neng Au

1. What is the Internet?

• Definitions and Terminology (Steven Perkins)
• How the Internet Works (MIDS)
• How Many Online? (Nua Internet Surveys)
• Internet Domain Survey (Internet Software Consortium)

2. What aging-related organizations are on the Internet?

A. National:

• Administration on Aging (DHHS)
• Commission on Legal Problems of the Elderly (ABA)

B. New Jersey:

• Princeton University Eldercare Contact Bulletin (Hunterdon, Mercer, and Middlesex Counties)
• Resource Directory for Older Adults (Essex County)

3. What resources are on the Internet?

• Text (from NewLifeStyles)
• Data (from the Census Bureau)
• Graphics (from the NAIC)
• People (on a forum)
  

4. How can I find aging-related resources on the Internet?

A. Use local resources:

• Rutgers Research Guide

B. Consult organized collections of pointers:

• Directory of Web and Gopher Aging Sites (Bruce M. Craig)
• ElderWeb (Karen Stevenson Brown)
• Family Caregiver Alliance: Links to Online Resources (Laura Cole)
• Internet and E-mail Resources on Aging (Joyce A. Post)

5. How can my organization get on the Internet?

A. Establish a pointer to your organization:

• E-Mail account
  
• Yellow pages listing (YAHOO)
• Public service announcement
  

B. Set up a homepage:

• Government Agency (NYC Dept for the Aging)
• Non-profit Organization (SeniorCom)