How-tos

Step-by-step instructions.

How to Get Started with Second Life

How to register for an account in Second Life, install the software on your computer, and locate The Tech virtual island.

How to Get Started with Second Life - a video tutorial

A four-part how-to on getting started in the Second Life virtual world, created by Marie Crandell.

How To Add a Video to Your Project

Add a YouTube or Google video to your project's home page

How to Find Help for your Project

How do you find people to help you with your exhibit project - especially people with the skills you are missing? Read on...

How to Format Text in the Wiki

In the "Body Text" of the wiki (as opposed to the "Title" and "Description" fields) you may format text using what's called "structured text." Below is a Structured Text Cheat Sheet to show you quickly how to get the effect you want. You may also include basic HTML formatting, if you prefer.

How to join as a member museum

How museums can join The Tech Virtual network.

How to Manage an Exhibit Project

This document is for project leaders and participants to understand how to manage and lead exhibit projects.

How To Post to the Blog

How to create a blog entry, set its keyword (theme) and include an image.

How to put images in a wiki page

Making your wiki pages look purty.

How to Start an Exhibit Project

What you need to know to set up your own project on this Website, and what to do next.

How to Take a Snapshot in Second Life

Taking and sending pictures from Second Life is a fun and easy way to document your experience in the virtual world.

How to use this resource

A brief description of how you use and contribute to the Help Center.

Quick Start

A step by step guide with all direct URL's you need.