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Be Expressive... Use A Smiley!
By Patricia Ouellette
Have you ever wondered how to do those wacky little yellow smiley’s? Smiley’s, or emoticons as they are actually called, are used profusely in chat programs, forums, message and bulletin boards. They are an effective way to be more expressive and emotional; and can be really great fun to use.
Programs such as Yahoo Messenger, MSN Messenger and the like use emoticons extensively. HTML, Perle, CGI, PHP and ASP coded forums and message boards also use emoticons. Some will have pre-programmed emoticons installed, which you only need to click or double click on to use.
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Computer Coupons and Online Shopping
By Karen Treharne
Everyone wants to find a bargain, to buy on sale, or save a buck, right? Well, if you're looking for savings on groceries, there are good deals to be found online, but be advised that not all sites are equal.
When you search for grocery coupons on the Internet, you'll find that most web sites make you answer dozens of personal questions before allowing you to hit the PRINT button. This is a nuisance to say the least.
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 Step-By-Step Tutorial: Windows Basics For The First Time User
Saving Without Losing.
By Patricia Ouellette
In the many years I have been teaching people to use computers, saving a simple document has been a major drama. I couldn’t tell you how many times I have heard, "I know I saved it, but it just disappeared on me." Or "Help! Please, I am desperate. I just completed my assignment and it has vanished on me."
There are three things to keep in mind when you save your documents, pictures, sound files or anything for that matter.
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| SITE AND TIP OF THE MONTH |
Site of the Month
Infobel World Telephone Directories
http://www.infobel.com/teldir/default.asp
Infobel World Telephone Directories makes finding a phone number from anywhere in the world so much easier. They also provide international dialing codes for your convenience. This site is a must to have listed in your ‘My Favorites’ folder and is a must resource for any ministry.
Tip of the Month
One of the biggest threats to a computer is an electrical storm. Whether you have a surge protector or not, nothing will save your system if lightning strikes within a 2-kilometer radius of your home.
If you hear thunder or see lightning, be sure to shutdown your system and unplug all electrical cables from the power outlet. Modems are extremely sensitive so be sure to take out the telephone cable to your modems also. This is one of the best ways to protect your computer and save yourself a lot of unnecessary expense and heartache. Using a multipoint surge protected power board will enable you to do this easily by unplugging the power board only.
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