Recently, I came across an internet homepage that might be the best out there. It is called pageflakes.com. Pageflakes has all the components a good start page should have like news and  weather. It adds versatility, tools, and fun stuff that go way beyond sites such as MSN, Yahoo, and Google.

Once you have your page set up for your local zip code, you can add things like to-do lists, sticky pads, and your own personal calendar. You can even check web based email. It also has fun stuff like comics and a daily game of Sudoku.

What I like best about Pageflakes is its ability to add custom RSS feeds. Most Internet start pages allow you to subscribe to feeds, but you only get to pick from feeds of their choosing. Pageflakes allows you to see feeds from you favorite blogs (hint, hint), forums, and websites. All you have to do is click the "add feed" button on your homepage and paste the link to your feed. The feed will become part of your start page. For example, now, I can see all the wonderful comments you all make on the Thorncrown Journal right on my homepage.

PC World recently chose Pageflakes as the best personal web page. After getting my own pageflake, I can see why.