Yellow pages are the business section of a telephone directory, separated from residential listings. Originating in the US in the early 20th century, it has spread worldwide and now includes online directories with advertising opportunities. Consumers search by business type or name. The term yellow pages is used to refer to the business section of […]
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Egypt stores copies of every web page published since 1996, with 1.5 petabytes of data stored on 880 computers. The collection is available for free and is the first of its kind outside the US. If you’ve ever used the online Wayback Machine to find an old website, you know that […]
Error pages inform users of errors and suggest solutions. Custom error pages can be designed with extra functionality and style. Common errors include 404 for client errors and 500 for server errors. Custom error pages can range from practical to whimsical. Some websites do not display errors to fend off hackers, but this can be […]
This text describes a JavaScript code that can sort lists alphabetically/numerically, by width or randomly. It also provides examples of sorted lists for countries, months, and colors. If you have a list of words, numbers of sentences that you would like to sort, we have some javascript code that will automatically take care of it […]
Digital scrapbook pages are a way to store and preserve memories online, with the ability to add photos, words, and backgrounds. They are easier to edit and share than traditional scrapbooks, with lower costs and no physical space required. However, they may be difficult for those who are not tech-savvy and can be lost or […]
US citizens can request additional passport pages by filling out a form on the State Department website. Personal information and current passport details are required, and expedited services are available for a fee. Those outside the US must visit a US embassy for additional pages. Frequent travelers may need to request additional passport pages. In […]
Doorway pages are web pages created to gain popularity with a specific search engine, but their use is controversial. They target specific keywords and are not meant for human surfers. Search engines have started penalizing pages for using the refresh tag, and it’s better to focus on optimizing actual content. Best practices include using alternative […]
Congress pages assist in various tasks including document transportation, chamber and changing room assistance, and flag raising. The position has been around for over 150 years and requires sponsorship from a member of Congress. Pages receive payment and live in designated residences while attending accredited schools. Good memory and academic standing are important criteria for […]
The White Pages is a list of names, phone numbers, and addresses provided by telephone companies. It has been around since the late 1800s and now includes additional information. Electronic versions are available online or on CD-ROM, and customers can request to not be listed. The publication known informally as the “white pages” is actually […]
Online yellow pages offer customizable searches by business type or name and location. They reduce paper usage and provide up-to-date information, including links to mapping sites and company websites. Some offer user reviews and ratings. Mobile yellow pages are also available. The online yellow pages are essentially what they seem: an Internet version of the […]
