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Genealogy

Title:

Genealogy

Alternate title:

Genealogy for dummies

Author:

Helm, Matthew, author.

Helm, April Leigh, author.

Series:

--For dummies.

Summary:

"Tracing your ancestry can be a deeply rewarding and enjoyable endeavor. With the help of this hands-on guide, you'll find out how to start your genealogical research using the latest tools and techniques, including DNA testing. You'll learn how to leverage social media networking sites, add digital images to your family tree, and access public records and U.S. Census information. This book is packed with everything you need to uncover the clues to your family's rich legacy." -- Back cover.

General Note:

Includes index.

Edition:

8th edition.

Physical Description:

xii, 394 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Subject Term:

Genealogy.

Author(s):

Helm, April Leigh,

Publisher:

For Dummies, a Wiley brand,

Publication Date:

2017

ISBN:

9781119411963

Publication Information:

Hoboken, New Jersey : For Dummies, a Wiley brand, [2017]

Call Number:

929.1 HELM

Holds: Copies:

Available:*

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Summary

The fun way to research your family history

Genealogy For Dummies, 8th Edition covers everything you need to know about starting a genealogical research project--including where and how to find information, how to communicate with other online genealogists, how to leverage social networking sites and apps, how to add digital images to your family tree, and how to build your own site for sharing information. It also explains the use of compiled genealogies, U.S. Census information, and public access catalogs.

Brand new to this edition is content on how to conduct genealogical research on the road, and on how to take this research and integrate it into the data found at home. It also contains new information on DNA research and testing, new geocoding applications to record geographic data into a genealogical database, and other new technologies. The book covers which apps are worth your money, and how to get the most out of them.

Use the latest tools to research family history Create your own site to showcase your family tree, digital images, and compiled genealogies Get access to free versions of Legacy Family Tree and Personal Ancestral Files Utilize both online and offline research techniques and tools

Follow the clues to uncover your family's legacy--and have fun along the way!

Author Notes

Matthew L. Helm and April Leigh Helm manage several leading online genealogical resources, including HistoryKat.com. They're also the founders of Boneyard Creek Heritage, Inc. Books by the Helms include Family Tree Maker For Dummies , Get Your Degree Online , Genealogy Online: Tech to Connect and seven editions of Genealogy Online For Dummies .