projection questions

[Norman Vine]

Jeff Portwine writes:
>
> I've looked through a lot of information, the links you all sent, and other
> places on the web, but I simply can't figure out how to get the settings
> right for projecting my map.

> This
> stuff is really really confusing, adn I'm beginning to wonder if I should
> just use the lat/long map even though it's not really right and looks
> funny.... but any pointers on how to get the right settings is really
> appreciated.

maybe this will help
http://erg.usgs.gov/isb/pubs/MapProjections/projections.html

hint  "What projection would the USGS use for your map ?"

Norman