What and where is "the cloud"? The lesson teaches scholars about the history of cloud computing and about its current uses. It also teaches how to install a multiple guest OS in a host OS and how to use cloud computing services.

As part of a study of post Civil War era, young historians investigate the changes in voting rights during the Reconstruction Era (1863-1876), the fraud involved in the Hayes-Tilden presidential election of 1876, and efforts by Pap...

A review of the development and history of the current, official poverty thresholds.

Read the complete history of the current circulating Lincoln penny. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

Read the complete history of the current circulating dime. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

Read the complete history of the current circulating half-dollar. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

Read the complete history of the current circulating quarter. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

In addition to a review of earlier Burmese history, this article gives a clear explanation of the current military regime and the hardships it is causing the country. The information is current to the end of 2007. From the U.S. State...

Read a concise history of Egypt, covering the times of pre-pharaonic Egypt up to current times. Find out about the pharaohs, Turkish occupation, British control, and Egypt today. Includes brief information on the Muslim Brotherhood in...

A comprehensive look at the history of South Africa beginning with its settlement by Zulus and progressing through apartheid to the current strong democracy. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about the history of Libya from its beginnings as a Phoenician outpost through its control by many governments, its eventual independence, and current government. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Uganda's recent history is one of military coups and human rights abuses. Find out about the current history to see if the country shows some improvement. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Latvia's history is an interesting tug-of-war between Latvians and occupying countries. Read about Latvia's beginnings and her current history. Information from U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read this brief history of Botswana from its pastoral roots to the current time. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A good look at the history of Bulgaria from its beginnings in the 7th century up to the current times. Find out about its place in the Ottoman Empire, collaboration with the Nazis in World War II, and its overthrow of Communism....

Find out about the current history of Democratic Republic of the Congo and the problems it has had since its independence from Belgium. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A brief look at the history of Qatar comes from the Background Notes of the U.S. State Department. Although ruled by an Amir, Qatar is moving toward democracy. Information current to 2007.

A history of Swaziland from the 1700's to current times. Find out about its independence, monarchy, and current state of affairs. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

This site provides an extensive amount of weather information. Includes current information, forecasting, and historic weather related events. Weather map symbols and terminology explained.

Provides an overview of the culture of the United States Virgin Islands. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education,...

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Virgin Islander Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

The ARTCYCLOPEDIA details the current location of many of Isabel Bishop's paintings in museums across the U.S.