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 | Import vs. Export Have you ever run into a situation where you needed to import or export some data on your computer? Afterward, did you sit there saying to yourself, what does that even mean? Well, don't feel too bad. You're not the only one! It can be a little confusing. So, let's delve into it a little more and figure it all out. Here we go! Exporting is the process of reformatting information in one program so that it can be read by another program. In other words, it's basically creating the information in a different file so that another program is able to understand it and therefore, the two programs are able to share the information. For example, if you have some data in a word processing application and you need to put it in a database management program, you can export the information from one program to the other. Once you do that, the particular file can be understood by both programs. On the other side, importing is an application's ability to read the data that is produced by the other program. In the example above, the other program would be the database management. Once the new program is able to read the new data, it can be used. Here are a couple more examples: exporting and importing can be used between two word processing programs, in photo editing programs and in music programs. Now you know! ~ Erin Don't stop now! Make sure you keep reading to learn all about the Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and how it can affect your daily computing, find out how you can handle your e-mail in MS Outlook a little bit differently from now on and learn how you can stop the Start menu highlighting madness in Windows XP. Also, be sure to stay safe by reading this week's security article thanks to Gary and as always, don't miss out on Amanda's Cool Site of the Day. Enjoy!
Super Sale Part 2 - Today ONLY! (01-23-2008) All New Items! Check 'em out! WOW - we usually reserve these for our Software Deals subscribers, but we're going to give this newsletter a chance at these terrific deals too! The response was so great yesterday, we have a brand new selection of items on sale again today for just 1-day only! If you like what you see, sign up for our software deals newsletter at www.newslettersforfree.com - It's on the top of the list to the right ;-) Don't forget, we're really good about marking these prices back up after the sale, so make sure you get to the site TODAY - 01-23-2008! Here's the specials (more in the second section below)!
WOW!! We have an absolutely incredible deal for you today! We just received a limited quantity of PrintMaster Select 16!!! And just wait 'til you see the deal! What can it do? Pretty much anything you can think of! Here's a small sampling:
Or start your own project from scratch! This project possibilities are truly endless! Oh, it also includes over 10,500 images, 8,000 templates, 200 premium fonts and much more! Here's a shot of one of the easy to use predesigned templates: It has an impressive photo editor built in that's just as easy to use as the rest of the program. This photo editor allows you to remove red-eye (yeah!), enhance brightness / contrast, crop, adjust color, sharpen, clone, fix flaws, do touch ups, and more! I could go on for another 10 paragraphs or so, but I think you get the idea. This is one of the best publishing programs you can get (at such an incredible price too!)! Very highly recommend by myself and just about anyone who's ever used it! Normally, you would have to fork over $30.00+ for this - still a heck of a deal. However, if you can "settle" for 10,500+ graphics, you can get this today for just $7.97, with FREE US shipping! http://store.worldstart.com/product.php?productid=3890 This price will increase to $12.97 on Thursday!
Our BEST Price EVER!!! WOW! A MUST-HAVE For Laptop Users! My old routine to find out if there was a network available went kind of like this: 1. Dig laptop out from under about 3 suitcases. There's gotta be a better way, right? That's where today's gadget comes in. It's a wireless network detector that's going to make your road trips a whole lot better! Just press the button on the front of the unit and it will show you if there are any networks available and how strong the signal is! I've traveling quite a lot and let me tell you, this really comes in handy! It saves me dozens of needless bootups and a lot of time. Here's a quick overview:
Cool huh? If you purchased your laptop to use when you're out and about, this is simply a no-brainer. It makes it so much easier to find hotspots and saves a ton of time in wasted bootups. I don't know about you, but my schedule is tight and I just don't have the time to waste playing "find the hotspot". Instead of hunting around, I just keep this little device in your pocket and press the button. If there's a network, then I pull out the laptop! It's just great! Your cost today is just $14.97 and US shipping is FREE! Stop wasting time and energy trying to find hotspots - grab one today! This is our BEST PRICE EVER on a WiFi Detector - be sure to get one today! http://store.worldstart.com/product.php?productid=4094 This price will increase to $19.97 on Thursday!
Game Of Cards Anyone? We really have a cool one for you today! It's called 100 Card Games and if you enjoy playing cards, this is a MUST HAVE! I tell ya, this is one of those games where it's really hard to stop playing. There's just so much variety. This is a TON OF FUN! I really liked the game play speed too - it doesn't take forever to get back to your turn like on some card games. Just wait till you try it! Check out this great screenshot (reduced in size for the newsletter - it will look even better on your screen): Oh, and here's the games that are included:
Is that impressive or what? Did you check out the Solitaire games? There's 71 of variations! Talk about never getting bored! WOW! Oh, and the graphics are just great. Not only do they look fantastic, but they are also customizable! That's right - you can choose from 16 card back designs, 9 backgrounds, and 6 different card faces! And it all is very high-end looking. Plus, the sounds are very realistic and really make it feel like you're playing with a real deck of cards. hat if you're not too good at card games? No worries! There are multiple skill levels - everything from beginner to expert! No matter how good (or in my case, bad) you are at cards, this has a game for you! This even has a "Tutorial Mode" to help you learn new games! As if that wasn't enough, there's also complete rules AND a strategy guide! Your price for all this fun? Less than 10 cents a game! Just $6.97 and US shipping is FREE! Give it a try, you'll be glad you did! http://store.worldstart.com/product.php?productid=2476 This price will increase to $10.97 on Thursday!
Don't Get Stuck In The Dark! This would be great if you wanted to:
Imagine how smart you'll look when everyone else is fumbling around and you're all set with your little light :-) Using this is super-easy. Just plug it into a USB port. No drivers, no setup, no messing around. You plug the USB side into your computer and light comes out the other end :-) Plus, it has a flexible, adjustable neck so you can position it exactly where you want it. Shine over the keyboard, a pad of paper, some documents, or whatever you want! We've already had all the laptop users here at WS grab one (or more) for themselves, family, and friends. At first, it gets a "Wow, that's really cool" and that quickly develops into a, "OK, I can't stand it - I've gotta have one!" Your cost is just $8.97 and US shipping is FREE! Check it out: http://store.worldstart.com/product.php?productid=4093 This price will increase to $12.97 on Thursday! More great deals in the second section below!! Keep reading!
Q: A: First of all, I'm sure there are some of you out there asking, "What is carpal tunnel?" Well, it's technically called the Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and it is basically the result of a compressed nerve in the wrist area. The affected nerve is called the median nerve and it is in charge of delivering sensations to the thumb and all of the other fingers, minus the pinky. The term carpal tunnel actually comes from the passageway of bones and ligaments in the wrist that the median nerve goes through. If the median nerve is compressed, it could result in numbness and different levels of pain. A lot of different symptoms surround the Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, including pain, numbness and tingling. Some people even suffer from lack of strength in their grip and burning sensations in the wrist and hand areas. Severe cases of the syndrome also include the inability to sense hot and cold, as well as, loose muscle. So, now that you know all the symptoms, I'm guessing you want to know how carpal tunnel happens, right? Well, it can happen for various reasons. The Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can start to flare up when your wrist or arm has been compressed or has been in the same position for a long period of time. It could be caused by sleeping with your wrists flexed all night, using a mouse or keyboard for too long without taking a break or it can even be caused by falling and landing on your wrists the wrong way. Keeping your wrists in the same position without rest can definitely cause carpal tunnel. Studies show that women are more likely to have carpal tunnel than men, mostly because their arms and nerves are smaller. It's also said that certain occupations carry a big risk for this type of injury. Some of those include assembly line workers, typists or anything that requires you to do the same task over and over again. As you can see, using your computer for an extended amount of time without rest can be troublesome. If you fall into that category, you can take steps to avoid the carpal tunnel injury. For example, you should take plenty of breaks. If you just take five minutes out of every half hour to flex your wrists and relax your muscles, you'll be much better off in the end. Doing that can really save you from some pain later on. If you feel any of the above symptoms, you'll want to consult your doctor right away. Your doctor will probably start out with a treatment plan of rest for approximately two weeks. They will want you to relax your wrist muscles before you go back to work. If you don't do that, your case could become severe and it could require surgery. Of course, surgery is used as a last resort, but you should do all you can beforehand to make sure it doesn't come to that. Certain drugs, acupuncture and massage therapy have also been used in treatment plans. You should also ensure that arthritis isn't causing your pain and if it is, be sure to treat that first. Now, if you fear carpal tunnel because you use your computer on a regular basis, there are some things you can do to combat it. First, try switching to an ergonomic keyboard. They are split and angled so that your fingers rest more naturally on the keys. On a standard keyboard, you have to twist your wrists outward, which puts more strain on your carpal tunnel area. An ergonomic keyboard helps you position your wrists for a more comfortable feel, which minimizes the pressure. There are ergonomic mice you can use as well and you can find those and the keyboards at any regular computer store. Of course, you shouldn't depend on those devices alone to cure your carpal tunnel, but they can be a big help. And like I said before, be sure to take breaks often and give your hands a rest. Feel free to relax, my friends! ~ Erin Have a question for the newsletter? Submit it at the link below:
I'll Reply to That Later Do you have an e-mail in MS Outlook you know you need to reply to, but you just don't have the time right now? I know you hate to just leave the e-mail sitting there though, because let's face it, there's a very good chance you'll completely forget about it. So, what can you do to ensure you address the situation on time? Well, I can think of a couple of things. First, you could set up an appointment for the message. Yep, that's right, I said appointment. You can turn that e-mail into an appointment so that Outlook reminds you to take care of the situation before it's too late. To create an appointment for your message, simply drag and drop it into the Calendar section on the Outlook Bar (or drag it to the Calendar folder). A new appointment will open up with the body of the message already there. Next, simply complete your normal steps for setting up appointments (don't forget to set enough reminder time for yourself to get the job done) and hit the Close and Save button. With the appointment set, you'll be reminded to handle the message just like you're reminded about any other appointment you create. A second way to get Outlook to give you a helping hand when it comes to that message you just can't forget is to use message flags. To flag a message, select it and right click. In older versions of MS Outlook, you'll see this: From the menu that opens, choose Follow Up. The Flag for Follow Up dialogue window will then open, allowing you to set up some basic information. When you've set everything to your liking, click OK. Now, for those of you working with Outlook 2007, here's what you'll find. When you right click on the message, you'll find that the Follow Up choice opens as a submenu. You can quickly pick one of the Quick Flag times offered or choose Add Reminder, which will open the following dialogue window: Set your preferences and click OK. Outlook will remind you about this item if the flag has not been cleared by the due date/time you set. (That's right, this option isn't a reminder before the time you set, rather it actually lets you know right after the time it was due). When a message has a Follow Up Flag, there's a red flag displayed with the message (in Outlook 2007, instead of a red flag, you'll see the text "Follow Up") as a visual reminder that the e-mail requires your attention. Once you've completed the job, right click on the message again and choose Flag Complete or Mark Complete (depending on your version of Outlook). To remove a Follow Up Flag, completely right click on the message and choose Clear Flag from the menu. There you have it! Two ways you can deal with an e-mail message later on, without it slipping your mind. Yep, Outlook's got you covered! ~ April
Just a quick shout out to remind everyone to stop by the WS Auction site! New items are added daily and the items are so fun and unique, you're bound to find that little something special you've been looking for! Check it all out here: http://auctions.worldstart.com/index.php Great Deals From Our Store... Super Sale - Part 2!! Here's the second half of our One Day Only sale! Remember - you have to buy today, 01-23-2008 to get these prices!!
BEST Price Ever - Just $26.97!!! Backup Your Hard Drive! Data Storage Made Easy! At nearly 20% smaller than other hard drive based mobile storage units, this truly delivers the best combination of size and capacity. It is less than 2-inches square in size so it is super easy to store and even easier to transport! Get this, no external power supply is needed! As long as you have a free USB port, it's as simple as plug and play! The pivoting USB Connector provides ease in connectivity to any available USB Port. This has got to be one of the easiest (and least expensive) data storage devices we've ever offered! You're not going to believe how great this deal is - your cost is just $26.97 (and that includes FREE shipping in the US)! Is that incredible or what? Check it out: http://store.worldstart.com/product.php?productid=3978 PS - Very limited quantity deal, get to the site soon if you want one today! Great for Mac and Windows compatible PCs!! This price will increase to $32.97 on Thursday!
No experience? No problem - it doesn't get any easier than this! It's your own personal "video tutor" on CD! With Easy Guitar Deluxe, you set your own pace with this simple one on one instruction. This software is so great, I actually felt like there was an instructor showing me exactly what to do. Throughout the step-by-step instruction, short videos helped me figure out exactly what chords to play and with what finger. I caught on so quickly. It's amazing (and I don't even own a guitar ;-) Your personal video tutor shows you how to play the guitar correctly (not like Phoebe on Friends ;-) - you see the correct hand position for both acoustic and electric guitars as well as cord positions, stringing and alternate tuning. You can even print out the cords and sheet music to practice when you're away from the computer! There is a complete dictionary of over 1,000 cords and you get over 60 exercises and songs to practice with on the CD as well! A GREAT feature is the split-screen video - it gives you a close up view of both hands playing at the same time so you know if what your doing is correct and if not, you can easily see exactly what you need to do to make the corrections. You also get tons of information on all the workings of your guitar (in case you're a complete newbie - like me ;-). Just click on various links and you'll learn all about the specifics of the actual guitar. For example, do you know what the frets are? I didn't either, but I know now that they're the metal bars along the neck of the guitar. I also learned how to tune a guitar and how to use an amp. Pretty cool, huh? So not only will you learn how to play the guitar, but you'll also learn the correct terminology so you can share your info with others! This software is so easy, you'll be an expert before you know it! The cost? For these incredible lessons, just $8.97, plus US Shipping is FREE! That is wayyy less than even 1 lesson with an instructor. Get ready to Rock! http://store.worldstart.com/product.php?productid=1799 This price will increase to $12.97 on Thursday!
Don't Highlight That! Have you ever noticed that Windows XP always highlights the new programs you install on your computer in the Start menu? I mean, it’s helpful if you’re new to computers and you’re not sure where to go after installing a new program, but sometimes Windows will also highlight multiple aspects of the installed programs that aren't really necessary, such as the "Read Me" files and so on. Plus, those items remain highlighted until you actually run them. That can get quite annoying, especially once you become more experienced with your computer and know where the items go once they’re installed. Talk about frustrating! If you let it continue, your Start menu will start to look like an orange striped zebra! That is, unless you go through and run every program you install at least once (and many times more often than that, because for some unknown reason, some programs will be rehighlighted after restarting your computer). Who has time for all that?! So, if you would prefer not to have to go through all of that, there is a way you can get back to normal. Here's how you can turn the highlighting feature off in Windows XP. Let's go! First, as with most things, we will begin with the Start menu. It looks like this: Next, use your right mouse button and right click on any blank space on the Start menu. That will bring up an option to go to the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window: From there, click on the Properties button when it comes up. Now, you can also right click on the actual Start button to bring up a menu where you can select Properties. Either way brings up the same screen. Once the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window is open, about half-way down, you will see a Customize button on the first screen next to the version of the Start menu you have selected. (It will be either the Start Menu, which is the original Windows XP style or the Classic Start Menu, which gives it the appearance of earlier versions of Windows). For this tip, we will be dealing with the Customize options under the first default setting of the regular Windows XP Start menu. So, click on the Customize button to bring up the next screen: Next, you will see the Customize Start Menu window. At the top of that, there are two tabs: General and Advanced. Click on the Advanced tab to proceed. Under the Advanced tab, the second option is “Highlight Newly Installed Programs” with a checkbox next to it to either enable or disable this feature. To turn it off, just make sure the checkbox is unchecked. Alternatively, if you are following these instructions to turn this feature back on, make sure the box is checked. Now, all that’s left for us to do is save the settings and close out the windows. To do that, simply find the OK button at the bottom of the Customize Start Menu pane: Then just repeat this step in the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window (you can either hit the OK button by itself or hit the Apply button, followed by the OK button. In this case, both of them will do the same thing). There you have it! Now, you don’t have to see every newly installed program highlighted until you run it. It makes for a cleaner looking desktop and it can always be switched back at a moment's notice. Give it a try today! ~ Brandon Freund If you enjoy our tips, tell your friends. That's what keeps this newsletter growing.
Secure Passwords Another reader asks: So many programs and Web sites require me to have complex passwords. I feel like I have to write them down to remember them, but that doesn't seem safe either. Is there any way to make a complex password I won't forget? That is a great question! It does seem like password requirements get more and more difficult to meet as the need for better security continues to climb in the computer world. Most Web sites these days require you to have a password with at least eight characters, while one of those characters must be a number or a symbol and there must be at least one capital letter. Gee whiz! Although there are a lot of requirements to meet, I am going to add a few more suggestions for you. In order for a password to be truly secure, there should be no words of any kind in the password. It shouldn't simply be a word with a number at the end and you shouldn't just capitalize the first letter of the password. If you do, your password could be cracked within seconds! So, you ask, “How in the world can I come up with a password I can remember with all of these requirements?” Well, there is a very good way to do this! It will allow you to come up with a password that is easy to remember and you can even write down a hint, without giving the password away on paper. Are you interested? Then here's how to do it! First, come up with a word. It can be something like a pet's name, a city or anything else you want to use. For my example, I will use my hometown of Toledo. Second, find some characters you can use to replace some of the letters. I will replace “o” with “0” and “l” with “1.” So, now I have T01ed0. Third, since Toledo is only six characters, I will need to add some more characters. I will add "AB." This makes my password T01ed0AB. Now, this is a secure password, but it may be kind of hard to remember. So, to help you remember your password, you can write down a hint. The hint will be just enough to jog your memory, but not enough to give the password away. For the hint, write something you will remember the word by, plus the extra characters and the replacement characters. Here's how I would write my hint for T01ed0AB: City 01AB That way, you know the password is the name of a city, the replacement characters are 0 and 1 and the extra characters are AB. That should be enough to remind you of your password, but not enough for someone else to guess what it is. Cool, huh?! Until next time, stay safe out there, my friends! ~ Gary P.S. - Do you have a computer or network security question? If so, send it to gary@worldstart.com and you may just find an answer for it in the next newsletter. I will not be able to answer every single question I receive, but I will choose a few to feature in future editions! For stories, jokes, quotes and cartoons every day, sign up for our Just for Grins newsletter. When Sonja was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, her husband J. began turning their house into a kaleidoscope of colors, because the doctor said the brighter colors would be easier for her to see. The results are amazing and their house is something joyful to behold. I just couldn’t wait to share it with all of you! I’m starting you on the About page, where you will find what the house looked like before it was painted and also find stories about Sonja and J. They have both lived interesting lives and have two gorgeous cats. Next, you should head on over to the Pictures section. There you will find more in-depth photos of the Butterfly House. I adore the cheery entry way into their house with its awesome ceiling. I also love the mosaic globe and the sunny yellow cement. My only complaint would be that there aren’t enough pictures! If you head over to the Articles section, you can read Scott Brown’s article about the Butterfly House and its residents. To read the full article, you will need a PDF reader and you can get one here for free. The article not only discusses Sonja and J. and their Butterfly House, but also Sonja’s condition of retinitis pigmentosa. Under the Friends section, you can read some of the lovely letters they’ve received from people around the world, as well as, their memorial entry to Dr. William Wenner. You can also see a listing of where their house has been featured in different publications. I adore the joy on their faces in the photos of them together, as well as, the joy their house has given other people. I hope it makes your day more cheery, as I know it has brightened mine! http://www.thebutterflyuniverse.com/about.html ~ Amanda Do you have a cool, non-commercial site that you want to share?
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