Every new advancement in technology brings with it the possibility of danger. The airplane and the automobile are essential for keeping families in close contact, and in enabling us to expand our opportunities in the business world. Yet, we too frequently read about the tragedies of fatal accidents. Similar discussions surround the pros and cons of the internet, the so called information superhighway. As productive a communication and education tool it is, we worry about the sex offenders and messengers of hate who run rampant.

It is our duty to remember, and help others remember, the goodness which emerges from technological advances. Let’s not be afraid of the internet, but rather embrace its contribution to our lives.

As Jews, we are especially blessed to have a friend in our desktop computers. Here are just a few of the websites which I frequently visit:

Click on Judaism and Jewish Resources for an excellent and well organized source for everything you could ever imagine pertaining to Judaism. You won’t believe how extensive this list is. Among the many things I have found on this list is the Kosher Restaurant Database which has been very helpful during travel.

Metro Detroit’s Jewish Web -- the content is self explanatory.

To learn more about Conservative Judaism, see The Jewish Theological Seminary and The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. Especially helpful are the Seminary’s opporunities for online learning and Chancellor Schorsch’s weekly Torah commentary. At United Synagogue be sure to register to participate in Perek Yomi, the daily study of the bible.

The Jerusalem Post, Israel’s major English language newspaper, publishes a daily online version. You will be able to find many other Jewish newspapers and periodicals on the web, but I would recommend checking this one out.

For expanding the Jewish use of your computer, see Davka, which is a leading retailer of Judaic software. If you own a palm pilot you should visit Penticon.com, which offers Hebrew and a Jewish calendar.