Are there any methods where I can learn about the history of my last name?

Question:

Are there any methods where I can learn about the history of my last name?

Any websites, books...or just about any material useful for my research.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Check the surname forums and useful other links on this site. It is my favourite one.

http://free-genealogy-info.zoomshare.com...

Hope it helps you as much as it has helped me.