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"Information Sheet: Handheld Computers"
http://www.becta.org.uk/technology/infosheets/html/handheld.html
This site answers question from basic to complex, if you need to know about handheld hardware or software it's in here.


"The Best Palms Available"
http:www.palminfocenter.com
An informative site, one can find ratings, prices,and the latest news. Also a great site for research.


"Thinking Through Handhelds"
http://www.educatorspalm.org/
If you are thinking about implementing palms this site helps you think through the process, from purchase to organizing and to use. The Teachingand Learning link relays information on how educators are using them now.


"Palm Power Magazine"
http://www.palmpower.com/
A webzine that you can download to your palm, look here for games to play, do it yourself handheld repairs, reviews of Palm OS products, and more. Your can read the latest palm headlines, enter the chat room, or post a classified ad.


"Handhelds Reviewed"
http://www.pdaed.com/vertical/tutorials.xml
If you are looking to buy, check here for reviews of the types available and links to products and services. Information on cost, memory, basic features, durability, and ease of student use are addressed.


"Palm Handhelds as Educational Powertools"
http://www.educatorspalm.org/
Information on palm use in schools and how their use is beneficial, with a lot of links to more information.


"Handheld Devices in the Classroom"
http://www.eduscapes.com/tap/topic78.htm
A basic site with a lot of information catagorized for easy acces into departments: General Starting Points, Educational Starting Points, Teacher and Administrator Tools, Educational Applications, General Applications, Grants, Articles, Curriculum Ideas, and Projects. Each category has its own links.


"Handheld Computing: New Best Tech Tool or Just a Fad?"
http://www.edweek.org/ew/newstory.cfm?slug=04palm.h21
A pros and cons article, great for skeptical school administrators or teachers to read.