Peter Gzowski learns to surf the Internet
The Story
Internet users patiently explain what the internet is good for - starting with gardening.
Program: Morningside
Broadcast Date: March 22, 1994
Guest(s): Dave Allen, Walter Learning, Douglas Powell
Host: Peter Gzowski
Duration: 14:19
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