Just a guess: You’re probably already aware that Google, Amazon and Twitter are worth checking out. So as usual, most of the sites on our 50 Best Websites list aren’t yet household names. They’re ones that we TIME editors find to be useful, entertaining, innovative or just plain addictive — and in some cases, all of the above. Read on and we’ll tell you about our favorites in 10 categories. Then let us know about yours in the comments.
50 Best Websites 2012
TIME's annual salute to sites and services that keep you entertained and informed, save you time and money — and maybe even change your life
The Sites We Love Right Now
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