Lesson One: Everyone Suffered Last Year
Did your portfolio plummet in 2008? Don’t feel bad.
Three Lessons from Warren Buffett
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Three Lessons from Warren Buffett
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Future-Proof Jobs
Want a job? Investment banks aren’t hiring right now, but if you’re interested in the new wave of energy exploration (underwater or on wind-swept ridges), in digital tech (like game design and 3D sportscasts) or even in building spaceships, we have some leads for you.
Future-Proof Jobs – Geeky, Adventurous Employment Opportunities in Today’s Economy
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Wednesday, May 06, 2009
I Say Draft, You Say Draught, Or, The Oddest English Spellings
It is rather odd that laughter and daughter do not rhyme, while cough and doff do. No one is surprised (after all, have and behave do not rhyme either, while live can rhyme with five or with give; anything is possible in written English), but it is still odd.
I Say Draft, You Say Draught, Or, The Oddest English Spellings
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How To Choose And Remember Secure Passwords
From email to online banking, passwords are an essential element of your online life. How can you make sure that they’re secure and memorable?
How To Choose And Remember Secure Passwords
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What to expect in Windows 7 RC
The best thing to happen to Microsoft's public relations in years, Windows 7 is more than just spin. The latest official update to what some are calling the largest shareware trial period ever introduces more than mere bug fixes as the operating system upgrades from beta to release candidate. The Windows 7 Release Candidate does contain several major and minor changes, but the overall experience remains largely unchanged.
What to expect in Windows 7 RC
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Download Windows 7 Release Candidate
We’re on our way to Windows 7, and the RC is a great opportunity for IT professionals like you to take Windows 7 and begin testing it in your real environment. You get to see what’s coming, and we get to see if our changes and fixes from the Beta testing are working correctly. We want to encourage you to install and actively test the RC code. This will help us ensure Windows 7 is the best possible release, and help you get ready for Windows 7 deployment.
Download Windows 7 Release Candidate
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Windows 7 RC Available: Why You Should Upgrade From XP
First released in 2001, Windows XP is now somewhat of a dinosaur, yet because Vista never really caught on, it’s the OS that’s installed on most PCs. Today Microsoft made the Release Candidate (RC) of Windows 7, the newest version of the OS, available to download.
Windows 7 RC Available: Why You Should Upgrade From XP
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Lifehacker’s Guide To Upgrading To Windows 7 RC
Whether you want to set up a dual-boot system, you’re ready to migrate all the way to Windows 7 RC from XP, or something in between, here’s what you need to know.
Lifehacker’s Guide To Upgrading To Windows 7 RC
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Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Prepaid Cell Phones Can Save You Money
“And what about prepaid phones?”
Prepaid Cell Phones Can Save You Money
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Open Office 3.1
Open Office 3.1 final has been released today. The Open Source alternative to Microsoft Office can be downloaded from download portals like Betanews but not directly from the Open Office homepage as it has not been updated yet to reflect the release of the new version. The new version of Open Office is packed with lots of new and enhanced features but also bug fixes which makes it a recommended download for Open Office users but also anyone else who is interested in installing an inexpensive Microsoft Office competitor.
Open Office 3.1
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American Motorcyclists Association Puts 50 Years of American Motorcyclist Online
The American Motorcyclist Association has put a 50+ year archive of its official publication, American Motorcyclist, up online. The archive spans from 1955 to 2007 (over 630 issues!) and is available through a partnership with Google Books.
American Motorcyclists Association Puts 50 Years of American Motorcyclist Online
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MinutesPlease Boosts Your Browsing Self-Control
We've all been there: You decide you're going to take a quick work break to visit your favorite site, and before you know it, your 10-minute break has grown to 30. MinutesPlease can help.
MinutesPlease Boosts Your Browsing Self-Control
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Google Latitude Lets You Share Your Location With the Masses
For those that value their privacy, this feature isn’t for you. But if you want to share your current physical location with everyone, Google Latitude will now let you do it, with a new widget you can embed on your own website, plus an option to update your Google Talk status with your coordinates as well.
Google Latitude Lets You Share Your Location With the Masses
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Monday, May 04, 2009
101 Great Free Sites and Downloads You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
In these tough times, the notion of free becomes more attractive than ever. We've sifted through the Web to find and test 101 of the best free downloads and services out there. We concentrated on utilities and other helpers that can rev up your smartphone's performance, streamline your social networking experience, and tame your PC while bending Windows to your will.
101 Great Free Sites and Downloads You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
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Sunday, May 03, 2009
5 Google Browser Tips
Google hrome or its Open Source counterpart Chromium - is a relatively new web browser developed by Google. It combines several interesting features and ideas that the other Internet browsers do not offer. This article will examine five interesting features of the Google browser. Some of them can be added to other web browsers - especially Mozilla Firefox
- with add-ons while others are unique at the moment. It usually does not take long however before a popular feature gets implemented in other web browsers as well.
5 Google Browser Tips
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Top 10 Battery Hacks, Tips, And Tricks
The gadgets you love don't always love you back—at least when it comes to battery life. But you can get more from your laptop, your iPod, your phone, and other devices with these 10 techniques.
Top 10 Battery Hacks, Tips, And Tricks
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Saturday, May 02, 2009
Blackstump Australia Issue 14 - May 3, 2009
The latest issue of new family friendly sites listed on The Black Stump.
Blackstump Australia Issue 14 - May 3, 2009
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5 Reasons Why You Might Want To Switch From XP To Windows 7
Windows XP is an excellent operating system. The majority of Windows users are still running Windows XP followed by Windows Vista and other variants. XP is leading the field by a ratio of 3:1 according to statistics gathered on w3schools (the operating system gets transmitted usually when a user opens a website). That alone is reason enough to define Windows Vista as a failure; Or Windows XP excellent and Windows Vista not convincing enough for the majority of Windows users to make the switch. Enter Windows 7. Windows 7 will be released this year. The last information suggest a release in October 09. Windows XP users once again have to make the decision if they want to make the switch or stick with their operating system.
5 Reasons Why You Might Want To Switch From XP To Windows 7
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Put Citrus Fruit To Work As Household Cleaners
Eating citrus fruit might be on the top of most peoples’ lists, but in a pinch they can serve double duty as cleaning tools and quite a few other household chores.
Put Citrus Fruit To Work As Household Cleaners
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Friday, May 01, 2009
Phishing on Facebook: Another Day, Another Scam [WARNING]
As social networks grow, so too grow attempts to rip off their users. Today, another phishing scam is underway on Facebook with a slightly different twist on yesterday’s outbreak.
Phishing on Facebook: Another Day, Another Scam [WARNING]
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