Websites of Interest

http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/index.html
Here are your government dollars hard at work. The Small Business Administration site has a wealth of information about how to get your business up and running smoothly. From the initial business plan to marketing, hiring and protecting your idea, this site offers a basic overview of the topics any startup needs to understand in order to succeed and thrive. Site links will take you to other government sources, such as the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

http://www.pwcmoneytree.com/moneytree/index.jsp
The "Money Tree Survey" - this site tracks the most recent quarter's levels of U.S. venture capital investment by region, industry, stage of development and financing sequence. It also offers historical trend data. A collaboration of Price Waterhouse Coopers/Thomson Venture Economics/ National Venture Capital Association.