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Genealogy Overview - Computer Tools & DNA Tests

This presentation provides an overview of genealogy objectives, computer programs and online services for building family trees. It also covers the use of DNA tests for genealogy research. Learn about low-cost PC programs, recommended computer tools and sources, and how to navigate online genealogy services. Discover the different types of DNA tests available and their applications in tracing your ancestral roots. Join us to uncover the fascinating world of genealogy!

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Genealogy Overview - Computer Tools & DNA Tests

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  1. Genealogy Overview-Computer Tools & DNA Tests North Grenville Historical Society Feb 10, 2016 R.E. (Bob) Butler rebutler@storm.ca

  2. Presentation Summary • Genealogy Objectives • PC Programs • On line Services & Sources • DNA Tests for Genealogy

  3. Genealogy Objectives Legacy - Pedigree Chart

  4. Genealogy Objectives • Build Family Tree • Where did I come from? • Legacy for your children. Charts-Reports-Books • Publish • Record your family’s accomplishments. • Help other researchers. • Contact Distant Relatives • Shared information • Travel Interest

  5. Family Tree Location On PC or Online ?

  6. On-Line Genealogy Serviceshttp://genealogy-search-review.toptenreviews.com/ 2015

  7. PC GenealogyPrograms - Standardhttp://genealogy-software-review.toptenreviews.com/ 2016

  8. Recommended Computer Tools & Services. • Low Cost Starter – PC program, no Ancestry • Family Tree Maker or Roots Magic & Free Internet • Mid Cost Starter – Ancestry, no PC Program • Local Ancestry Subscription & Free Internet • Most Capable – Both PC & Ancestry - Synchronized • Family Tree Maker or Roots Magic, & Ancestry World Wide Subscription, & Free Internet. (Roots Magic only if synchronizing with Ancestry)

  9. NLRM Genealogy Workshops - Ancestry Demonstrations • Sign in & out • Start the Gemmill Family Tree • Enter name J.A. Gemmill, b 1888 Ont, add father, name tree, set privacy • Profile review: Lifestory, Facts, Gallery, Hints, Search • Birth record - attach • Family Group Sheet add twin, Census 1901, 1891, Military records • Fill out family from census records, check birth records. • Additional hints. • Search Other Trees • How to tell if a tree is trustworthy. • Adding from other trees. • Contacts: from trees, from “member connect”, send messages.

  10. Many other On- Line Sources http://familytreeknots.blogspot.ca/p/links-of-interest.html • Sample of General Research Sites: • British Newspaper Archive ($$$) • FamilySearch • Find A Grave • Findmypast.com ($$$) • Irish Times Ancestors • Library and Archives Canada • Ottawa Public Library • There are also many sites specific to different countries and provinces.

  11. DNA Tests for Genealogy • DNA testing is becoming routine for finding & confirming connections • DNA Ancestor Chart • 3 Types of DNA Tests • Autosomal DNA Tests

  12. DNA Ancestor Chart

  13. 3 Types of DNA Tests • Y Chromosome Test • Men from fathers - Single Name Studies • Most extensive test - perfect match - kinship 5 generations or more • Mitochondrial DNA Test • Everyone from mothers - Maternal Groups • Most extensive test - perfect match – kinship 22 generations or more • Autosomal DNA Test – All chromosomes • Everyone from all ancestors - Kinship 1 to 5 generations • Possible to identify common ancestors in family tree

  14. Autosomal DNA % Match vs Kinship

  15. Autosomal DNA Testing Companies (ISOGG Oct, 2015) GEDmatch – can look for matches from all 3/

  16. Presentation Summary • Genealogy Objectives • Public or Private? • PC Programs • Family Tree Maker or Roots Magic • On line Services & Sources • Ancestry + Free • DNA Tests for Genealogy • Autosomal

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