This guide is appropriate for anyone who wants to access the wealth of records now available on-line. It is suitable for the novice genealogist, as well as for more experienced researchers who have previously worked mainly with archival sources. The focus of the guide is on sources for UK, US and Commonwealth genealogy, though there are ideas and sources within it which have global coverage.

... you want to find out more about your family history. If you know very little and want to make a start. If you know a lot, but want to see what the internet can offer. If you have just a few hours to put into research - or if you are able to put hundreds of hours in. If you live far from record offices, but want to find out more about your family nonetheless.