Telescope Buyers' Frequently Asked Questions

Telescope FAQ Part One	What is the single most important thing I should know before buying a telescope? Recommendations for beginners
Telescope FAQ Part Two	Telescope optics Binoculars as an alternative General truths when it comes to telescopes What does your telescope say about you?
Telescope FAQ Part Three	What about accessories? What about observing skills?
Telescope FAQ Part Four	What does all the jargon mean?
Telescope FAQ Part Five	What are some good introductions to amateur astronomy? What will I be able to see? What company makes the best telescopes? Which is the best telescope to buy?
Telescope FAQ Part Six	Where do I buy my telescope? What about building a telescope?
Telescope FAQ Part Seven	Which is the best mount? Binocular telescopes What will I need?
Telescope FAQ Part Eight	What are digital setting circles?
Telescope FAQ Part Nine	Why should I start with binoculars? How do I hold binoculars? What books and star charts are recommended? What about computer programs?

Contributors to this faq include:
Pierre Asselin	Dana Bunner	Doug Caprette
Mike Collins	Kevin Deane	Jay Freeman
Chuck Grant	Dyer Lytle	Christopher Gunn
Doug McDonald	Andy Michael	Dave Nash
Jim Van Nuland	Bill Nelson	Leigh Palmer
Alan Peterman	Tom Randolph	David Smith
Geoff Steer	Mario Wolczko	C. Taylor Sutherland
Paul Zander	David Knisely