Website Review: Infoplease

While it has become automatic for many people when searching the internet to use Google, there are some fine alternatives that might offer more in depth information. One of them is Infoplease “a reference and learning site, combining the contents of an encyclopedia, a dictionary, an atlas and several almanacs loaded with statistics, facts, and historical records. Our editors regularly update and refine this enormous body of information—as well as adding new discoveries and identifying trends—to bring you reliable and authoritative information. The content is written and edited by professional editors, and the site has received numerous awards and accolades since launch.” What began as a radio quiz show in 1938 evolved into a series of almanacs which in turn led to the website. Take some time to check it out.