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Fun ways to spend time online with

games, comics, music, and more.
 

AllMusic
A comprehensive source of all kinds of music. Find discographies, artist bios, song samples, and more.

Comics.com
Hundreds of comic strips, updated daily.

IGN.com – Games, Cheats, Movies, and More
Tons of video game cheats and news. Movies, TV, and music info, too.

Lifehacker
A blog of fun technology tips.

OnGuard Online: Social Networking Sites
Tips to keep safe while having fun on sites like MySpace and Facebook.

Pandora
Create and save music stations based on your favorite artist or song.

Pitchfork
Be the first to find out about up-and-coming artists, musicians, and bands.

Radio Diaries
Listen to young adults documenting their lives for National Public Radio.

The Simpsons Archive
The ultimate source for the long-running TV show.

StaySafe.org for Teens
Advice on Internet safety and security.

Teen Ink
This monthly magazine is written by teens, for teens.

Teen People
An online version of the celebrity magazine.

Television without Pity
Snarky recaps and forums of some of the most popular TV shows.

U.S. Chess Federation
This official site features news, tournament information, and club directories.

Yahoo! Avatars
Express yourself by creating a personalized image.

You Tube
The web’s most popular video sharing site.  

This page was last updated Tuesday, June 02, 2009.