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FAQ is an abbreviation for "Frequently Asked Question(s)". The term refers to listed questions and answers, all supposed to be frequently asked in some context, and pertaining to a particular topic. Since the acronym originated in textual media, its pronunciation varies; both "fak" and "F.A.Q." are commonly heard (and therefore, when used with an indefinite article, it is either "a FAQ" or "an FAQ"). Depending on usage, the term may refer specifically to a single frequently-asked question, or to an assembled list of many questions and their answers. An alternative suggestion is that FAQ is actually a clumsily-constructed three letter acronym purported to have come from computer IT specialists, frustrated with answering over and over again the same, perceived stupid questions from computer users, and which secretly stands for the pronunciation "fah-queue". For example: "Please read the FAQ list to ensure your question has not already been answered before bothering the overworked IT department".

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While the name may be recent, the FAQ format itself is quite old. For instance, Matthew Hopkins wrote The Discovery of Witches in 1647 in FAQ format. He introduces it as "Certaine Queries answered," ... Many old catechisms are in a question and answer format.

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Internet Filmmaker's FAQ - A resource for new and independent filmmakers covering a wide variety of film-related issues.
Meta Description: [ filmmaking.net - reference and community for the new and independent filmmaker, incorporating the Internet Filmmakers FAQ, second-hand equipment, filmmaking events, filmmaking sites and services, discussion forums, worldwide film schools, and filmmaking books, software, gear and magazines. ]

10 Minute Film School - Robert Rodriguez's explanation of the fundamentals of movie-making.

Amateur Cat Films - This site explains in an unusual way how to create a movie.
Meta Description: [ This page explains, in no uncertain terms, how you--the mere mortal--can soon be on your way to realizing a lifelong dream: creating your own movie. ]

Cinema: How are Hollywood Films Made? - Annenberg Media exhibit which presents the moviemaking process, with modules on screenwriting, directing, producing, acting, and editing.
Meta Description: [ Lights....camera....action! What goes into the making of your favorite movies? Explore key players in filmmaking, from the director to the film editor. Brush up on ]

Cyber Film School Filmmaking Website - Instruction, tips, advice, techniques on how to make, produce, direct, shoot, light and edit TV, films, movies and videos.

Digital Filmmaking Secrets - Online resource center for digital filmmaking, with articles on screenwriting, directing, cinematography and producing.
Meta Description: [ FILM SCHOOL ONLINE! Learn filmmaking with online courses in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, video, editing, producing. Tips on film schools, digital film making, DV, 24p ]

Dogma 2001: New Rules for Internet Cinema - Ten rules to follow when creating internet cinema rather than a film for film festivals.
Meta Description: [ The Internet is not a theater. Ten rules for designing cinema for the Internet. ]

DVFilm's Digital Video to Film Transfer FAQ - The top ten questions asked by beginning digital filmmakers: how to shoot digital video tape for transfer to either 35mm or 16mm film.

Film Secrets - An educational resource for indie film-makers, including those with little to no film training.
Meta Description: [ FILM SECRETS - Dynamic Film Making Site: Learn to shoot, edit, light, budget and make films. ]

Film Underground - Articles and discussions of practical and theoretical filmmaking.

Film-Tech - Cinema projection tips, equipment manual downloads, projection picture warehouse and a forum for film handlers.

FilmHelp.com - An ever-growing compendium of filmmaking help, pointers, advice, and mistakes from award-winning writer and director Greg Pak.
Meta Description: [ Extensive filmmaking advice from Greg Pak, writer and director. Director of the award-winning feature ]

Guerrilla Filmmaking 101: Motivation - First in a series of articles to guide independent filmmakers without studio backing to a successful completion of their film.

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How to Create and Sell a Video - A brief discussion of how to make videos and sell them for profit.
Meta Description: [ Capture the knowledge and interests of you and your friends on video, and sell it for big bucks. People will buy it. I've been doing it for years, and I will tell you how you can too! Self-Publishing | Video Productions | Producing a Video | Selling a Video ]

How To Make Your Movie - Interactive CD-ROM that simulates the environment of a film school, allowing users to learn about and experience all of the steps involved in making their own films.
Meta Description: [ How To Make Your Movie - an interactive film school on CD-ROM. ]

Knowledge Hound - Links to how-to guides, tutorials and tips on motion imaging, screenwriting, soundtracks, sound effects, and sound stages.
Meta Description: [ Free tips for film, television and video creation, including how-tos for editing, lighting, sound, camera work, directing, filmmaking and more. ]

Making The Film - This site aims to educate and inspire would-be film-makers. Includes the author's filmmaking diary, a quick-start guide to filmmaking, and clips and stills.
Meta Description: [ making the film, making a film, independant film, filmmaking ]

Papa Tango - Information and tutorials in amateur filmmaking, including special effects, camera shots, lighting, and equipment.
Meta Description: [ amatuerfilmmaking equipment film making equipment fx's low budget ]

Project X - Resources for beginning digital filmmakers.
Meta Description: [ ProjectX is dedicated to digital cinema techniques and production. ]

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Small Movies - The art and craft of making cinema: the equipment, methods and techniques used by hundreds of thousands of people over the last one hundred years.

Sonnyboo: Articles on Filmmaking - 22 articles to help beginning moviemakers and digital video enthusiasts.
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Windows Movie Makers - Online community dedicated in helping beginners to learn more about the moreware.
Meta Description: [ A collection of tutorials and online support forums for users of Windows Movie Maker Software that is bundled with Windows XP and Windows Vista. ]

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