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They show up at the most vulnerable spots…

July 9, 2010

[ July 9, 2010; 1:00 pm; 1:00 pm; ] The “bad guys” on the Internet have long had a habit of finding the biggest security holes with the greatest potential impact. That’s one reason why the Apple computer line has remained effectively virus free (I caught at least one in the early Mac days (Scores), so don’t tell me there never has been [...]

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New Site: Scam Detectives

February 16, 2010
New Site:  Scam Detectives

Looking for excellent information about scams on the internet?  I just found one, which was on the way to read how the Nigerian Scammers work.  Not only was that an eye opener, but then I looked at the site n general and found some great articles, such as:  Securing your data whilst traveling and “Facebook [...]

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And Where are Your Digits Going After You Die?

February 2, 2010
And Where are Your Digits Going After You Die?

It’s not the same as “the good old days” any longer…and “we” still don’t like to talk about it.
However, if you manage your financial and physical assets via electronic means, do you have a plan to make sure there aren’t problems for those left behind?  Good question, isn’t it?
Do you have a business that has [...]

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Congenital Heart Defect Week – February 7th-14th

February 1, 2010

It came to my niece’s family without warning. Please pass this around to raise awareness of this issue. Thank you.
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Make an on-line slide show at www.OneTrueMedia.com

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Tuesday Tech Tips: Super Santa Edition

December 15, 2009

Some days we look at all the technology around us and wonder why we have it.
A Santa in Clearwater not only figured it out, but he and his elf are putting it to good use for tthose who are deaf.
Video phones, so those so disabled can “talk” with Santa!

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Bob Parsons Talks About How to Interview

December 7, 2009
Bob Parsons Talks About How to Interview

Bob Parsons is the founder of GoDaddy, the highly successful internet hosting service.
I found he has a series of videos, on a variety of topics, and thought this was a particularly good one for the times. It not only applies to job seekers, but has some good information regarding just how to present yourself [...]

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Tuesday Tech Tips

November 2, 2009

Technology is both a curse and a blessing. In the case of the Soldier’s Angels VALOur-IT, it is a real blessing. Think about sitting at your computer, looking at the screen, and, if you choose, leaving me a comment on this post. If you can use your hands, even if you are [...]

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Tuesday Tech Tips

October 28, 2009

On Wednesday….but…here.
What’s your computer doing when you’re not working on it, and that even means in your mental pauses? Using electricity and waiting for you.
How would you like to help with solving some interesting scientific questions when you’re not crafting how to make your business huge?
Well, you can and it’s as easy as getting [...]

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Soldiers Angels Fund Drive: Laptops with Voice Software for the Wounded Troops

October 26, 2009
Soldiers Angels Fund Drive:  Laptops with Voice Software for the Wounded Troops

This post will remain at the top of the posts through 11/11/2009, when the drive ends. Look below for new posts.
I resonate with this effort from Soldiers Angels on several levels. It’s proper name is “VALOur-IT” (Voice activated Laptops for Our Injured Troops). Technology, but technology to a real world application, and [...]

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Bloggers Beware! Don’t Not Tell About the Freebies!

October 6, 2009

It’s official. If you’re a blogger and you’re compensated to review or support something, you need to clearly state that you’re being compensated, lest you run afoul of the Federal Trade Commission.
CNN reports!

Link To This Post1. Click inside the codebox2. Right-Click then Copy3. Paste the HTML code into [...]

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