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Computer Genealogy

Computers have provided a valuable way to store data so that others can easily access and retrieve the information. To learn more about how technology has effected genealogy research, follow the instructions below:

1. Click the Learn tab located at the top of the page. The Learn@Ancestry.com page will display.
   
   
2. Click the Learning Center link located in the section links. The Learning Center page will display.
   
   
3. Click the Computer Genealogy link located in the left navigation bar. The GEDCOMS and Other Genealogical Files page will display.
   
   
4. Click the technology topic you want to know more about from the following list located in the left navigation bar:
   
   

• GEDCOMS and Other Genealogical Files: Computers are used to create and store most family history files. This section helps you understand the different file formats and the ones you need to be aware of to share your files between software applications.
  
  
• How to Create Your Own GEDCOM: In order to make researching your family history more versatile, there is a universal file type that most programs can convert and use. This section provides specific instructions on exporting GEDCOM files for eight of the top-selling family history applications.
  
  
• Downloading GEDCOM Files from the Ancestry World Tree: The Ancestry World Tree is a huge database that continues to grow every day as people add more names to the database. This section provides some general information on downloading files from the Ancestry World Tree.

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