ready for takeoff
Before you tell the world your first dirty little secret, or what you had for breakfast this morning, there are some things you'd best sort out first.

• blog vs. journal
  Lately, people seem to be coming to the world of web journals by way of weblogs. While the two worlds mix well, it might help to know the difference. | BY RYAN OZAWA
• and you are...?
  Coming up with an original, catchy title for your new online offering can be fun and nerve-wracking at the same time. "Journal of a Guy" probably won't cut it. | BY RYAN OZAWA
• held to your words
  You're a publisher, whether you like it or not. Know the law, or you might find yourself facing a libel suit. What crosses the line? And what protections if any do you have? | BY RYAN OZAWA
• your journal's skeleton
  If you're planning on building your own site, you better think ahead. A web journal takes a little more care and feeding than a "my many pets" page. | BY MATT COBURN