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Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWHPf00Jkqg This is such a creative teaching method! The video above tells a short story on how Internet searches work and how to use them effectively. I highly recommend a quick view by all. Related posts |
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Archive for September, 2008
How to Search the Internet
September 30th, 2008How to Password Protect Your Files
September 25th, 2008 |
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One customer writes in to ask: This is a good question! Last time I wrote about www.transferbigfiles.com. This would be the easiest way when sending by email. When there, click Advanced Options to set a password on the file before you send it. On the other hand, most applications allow you to set a password for the files they create. For example, QuickBooks lets you password protect your company file. MS Office allows you to password protect their files. For Office 2007 instructions: http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/word/HA101483331033.aspx To password protect a ZIP file, or Compressed Folder, in Windows XP: Open the zip file, choose the “File” menu, select “Add a Password.” Enter the password and confirm the password. For other applications, search for “password” in their help system and you should quickly get your answer. Or just ask in the comments and I’ll look it up for you. Related posts |
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How to Send Large Attachments
September 23rd, 2008 |
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It is difficult to send large files by email. I’d suggest any files larger than 5MB or so should not be sent by email at all. www.transferbigfiles.com allows you to upload large files to send on to friends or associates. After you upload your file(s), they will send you and/or the recipient a link to download the file(s). Note, the link is only valid for 5-10 days. Step by step:
Note: You’re really just looking for a link (like this: transferbigfiles.com/Get.aspx?id=bb9f4cab-07ec-4ce9-bd7c-7987654fa6a5 ). You can include that link in an email, an instant message, etc to allow anyone to download your file. If you send a lot of large files, they even have a Windows utility to make it easier. Check out this video: http://transferbigfiles.com/media/usage_video_tbf/Default.aspx Related posts |
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In-Flight WiFi and Cell Phones
September 18th, 2008 |
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It looks like we may soon see more availability of wifi access on board US flights. That, and the use of our cell phones for calls and SMS (txt messaging). Delta recently announced its pursuit to provide wifi access on all domestic flights by next year. Note, *all*. Although many carriers have tested wifi on board already, they’re only scattered on specific flights or aircraft models. Delta comes in around $10 per flight. Others range from free to $30 per flight. For the tech at heart, the article talks a bit about the technology used (ground to air!). I’ve also read others are using a satellite type connection. Now, do you really want the guy next to you yelling at his phone during your quiet time? I think that’s the hot topic. Related posts |
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How to Save Office 2007 Files For 2003 Use
September 16th, 2008 |
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I’m a fan of MS Office 2007 now after getting use to it. One thing that is cumbersome though is, it saves files in a new format that previous versions of Office can’t open. This is frustrating working in a team environment, or sharing files with other people with older versions. Here’s how you can change the default save method file type (.docx, .xlsx, etc) to save in the previous format for better compatibility:
For Excel, follow the same choices above except choose Excel 97-2003 Workbook (*.xls) in step 3. Alternately, older versions of Office can download a compatibility pack that will allow you to open the new format: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ Related posts |
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How to Get Your Voicemails by Email and Save Forever
September 11th, 2008 |
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You miss a call on your cell phone. Use YouMail to get a TXT MSG and/or an email alert instantly and listen online: www.youmail.com YouMail is an alternative option to standard voicemail from your cell phone company (ATT, Verizon, etc). They take your missed calls and give you complete control of the messages:
YouMail makes it dead simple to setup. Screen shots guide you through a 3 minute process. I promise anyone can do this. Please note, forwarding your calls to a new voicemail service will incur minutes used as the person is leaving a message. Related posts |
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Fill Out PDFs (For Real)
September 10th, 2008 |
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Use http://www.pdfescape.com to fill out PDFs online, fast and free. I mentioned Foxit last week to fill out PDFs. Sadly, I quickly learned that they’re newest release prevents using their typing tool and print functions in the free version. I have an older version it works in for me. My apologies. I found some better options for you this time! Pdfescape.com is an online service that lets you upload your PDF, edit online, then save back to your computer. It really is pretty simple and worth a try. A few notes of use: A couple of times they ask you to register for free. This isn’t required. To save your PDF once edited, use the File menu, and Save As. I found another neat tool as well. http://www.pdfhammer.com lets you merge/combine PDF files together, rearrange, and delete pages. Very helpful! This part is free, although they have other fee based options. Neither of the above services add any watermarking or branding of their services to your PDFs Related posts |
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20 Tech Habits to Improve Your Life
September 4th, 2008 |
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PC World features a great summary of tips I couldn’t agree with more. I highly recommend a quick read to see what you can glean: Topics include faster searches, backups suggestions, smarter printing, online reminders, (secure) password management, cable management, and a bunch more. Related posts |
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Fill Out PDFs
September 2nd, 2008 |
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Use Foxit to view AND fill out PDFs to get that clean, professional look: I prefer Foxit over Adobe Reader because it is smaller and doesn’t slow down your computer as much. Also with Foxit you can type anywhere on a PDF document. Although the free version doesn’t let you save the file, you can print it or, print it back to a PDF. Some PDFs already let you type in the assigned blanks. This requires the author to set this up. Foxit allows you to type on any PDF, anywhere. Nice. To get started using Foxit, this link will take you directly to the download: Related posts |
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