What Is WebRing?

Web sites with similar content are grouped together in "Rings" with each site linked to another by a simple navigation bar. The navigation bar allows visitors to quickly and easily navigate between sites.

Rings form a concentration of sites, allowing visitors to easily find a wealth of information on their topic of interest. Unlike the major directory and search sites, which use impersonal software to organize their database, each Ring is created and maintained by an individual web site owner called the RingMaster. RingMasters are very knowledgeable about the topic of their Ring. WebRing, therefore, consists of tens of thousands of experts on an extremely diverse set of interests.

RingMasters determine the content, look and feel of the Ring, approve and manage member Sites, and encourage other web sites to join. RingMasters help to develop virtual communities based on the Ring topic.

If you are new to WebRing and would like to see how a Ring works, try this one: WebRing Navigation Sample Sites. This Ring has a set of Sites that both describe and illustrate exactly how WebRing functions.

It's easy to get started with WebRing. If you have a website already all you need to do is:

• Sign up for a WebRing User ID. It's free and easy. We ask for a minimum of personal information which is only used to keep you informed about your WebRing activities (i.e., when you apply to join a Ring you'll get email from the RingMaster).
• Use the Directory or WebRing search form (found on the front page or in the directory) to find Ring(s) that are suited to your website.
• Click the "Join This Ring" "IK0SOI RADIOAMATEUR WEBSITE" link. Fill out the submission form, place navigation code on your website, and await approval from the RingMaster.
• If no Ring seems right for your website you might try creating your own Ring. It isn't hard to get started and there are probably other websites like yours looking for the right Ring!