A While back I wrote about Cnet On-line the first On-line TV network. Since I first mentioned the site, it has gone ballistic, split in two (cnet and shareware.com), and become one of the first implementors of Java and Frames (new features of Netscape 2.0). The site has an innovative discussion area, breaking news, and even Real Audio broadcasts.

CNet is a perfect example of what's right and wrong with the Internet. It brings together an immense amount of information about new technology but it is so buried by that technology that to most people it becomes almost useless. If you don't have that favorite area bookmarked, you can figure on a good five minutes clicking and stumbling around to find what you are looking for.

The Internet is bolting forward at the speed of light and Cnet is trying to move right along with it. The problem is that most people are either learning to drive or can only go 55. Cnet is a treasure trove that most people won't find, or will have to wait an eternity before it loads.

The most frustrating element of Cnet, is the fact you must register to be able to use their search engine to find what you are looking for. Most users I've spoken to either don't like or understand registering in a site. Cnet should make it as easy as possible for the basic user to find what they're looking for, they don't.