Just as families and friends are preparing for the annual Thanksgiving Day holiday feast, many shoppers accross our nation are getting themselves ready to do some serious Black Friday shopping. Some go about it in a get-there-first manner, while others take a more savvy approach. These organized consumers hunt down information on:

• how and where to find the best sales on Black Friday
• what merchandise will be available for sale that day, during what hours and at what price

If you plan to get your Christmas shopping done on Black Friday or you simply can't pass up the opportunity to get a good deal, this hub will reveal how to use the power of the internet to find the best deals on the products you want.

The key to scoring the best deals is getting yourself organized. Use your PC to do your homework now. Whether you're new to the game or an old pro, the smartest things you can do now are:

1. Research. Check out online reviews of products and compare prices.
2. Network. Visit online communities dedicated to Black Friday and get in the mix. Check out Black Friday Ads, DealTaker.com and GottaDeal.com.

One more piece of advice. Some retailers are fighting back against websites that post Black Friday ads early. So make sure you've got accurate pricing info by checking the actual store ads when they become available.