Gadgetopia

Even if I've a book on the topic, usually the first place I look is via google simply because it's faster. But here's the hook -and I don't know if it's a generational thing but- if the topic takes a good amount of time to ponder, I'll go hard copy everytime.

Wrt "what to do" w/the books...middle schools, high schools & public libraries are the first organizations we ask. It helps to have a list you can give the librarians but, usually, the list is picked clean before the public library gets a shot.

The two upsides to giving to the schools we've found are: tax detuctions and; developing a relationship with the tech "point person" at the local schools. They, in turn, know the kids who are interested in doing (very decent) piece-work.

ymmv, -Craig

I buy technical books like crazy -- at least two a month. I read them in bed, usually.

Interestingly enough, you probably bought half of the books Noel is referring to...

Time capsule!

Interestingly enough, you probably bought half of the books Noel is referring to

I bet I did, too. I bought tons of them when I worked there. I want them all back!!

Safari Books Online is pretty nice for research - a searchable e-version of the book. Gets right to what you need to know without wasting a lot of time.