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DNA Q&A: Genealogical vs. Genetic Family Trees
DNA highlights two different types of "family": those you're related to, and those you share DNA with. Learn the difference and why it matters.
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How to Use DNA.Land to Analyze Raw DNA Data Premium
DNA.Land offers analysis of raw data from: 23andMe, AncestryDNA and Family Tree DNA. Learn how to use it in this step-by-step guide.
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DNA Q&A: How Are Adoptees Related to Their DNA Matches?
Learn how adoptees can determine relationships with their DNA matches based on centimorgans.
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Making Matches with Autosomal DNA Premium
Solidify cousin matches with these methods of researching and analyzing your autosomal DNA.
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Quick Guide: Genetic Genealogy Apps Premium
Get a quick glimpse at useful genealogy apps for your smart phone or tablet.
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GEDmatch: How to Use This Valuable DNA Tool Premium
Think of GEDmatch as a matchmaking service for all your possible cousin connections. Use these five steps to analyze your DNA with this third-party tool.
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Understanding Your Autosomal DNA Ethnicity Results Premium
Baffled by the map of ancestral origins in your autosomal DNA test results? Learn the science behind your ethnicity percentages and how to decode them.
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4 Mysteries Solved with Genetic Genealogy
Got an adopted ancestor, conflicting records or other family history mystery? Learn how four genealogists are breaking through brick walls with genetic testing.
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5 Questions with a Forensic Genealogist Premium
What is forensic genealogy? Get an inside look at this field with forensic genealogist Leslie Lawson.
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How To Get Started With Genetic Genealogy and DNA Research Premium
Want to make genetic genealogy part of your research, but don't know where to begin? Follow our first-timer's study guide that will take you through what you need to know. This article contains a Genealogy How-To Video to demystify DNA in 10 minutes.
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