Wolfram|Alpha for Crossword Puzzle Enthusiasts

Crossword puzzle enthusiasts from all over will gather in Brooklyn, New York this weekend for the 33rd Annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament (ACPT) hosted by New York Times Crossword Puzzle Editor Will Shortz.
Wolfram|Alpha for Crossword Puzzle Enthusiasts

Top 10 Free Online PDF Creators

There are quite a few free software available to create or convert a file to PDF. But what if you are away from home, or need more features, like the ability to edit PDF files or create them directly from other documents?
Top 10 Free Online PDF Creators

10 Things to Avoid In Social Media

We have a long way to go before everyone and their cousin uses social networks more than they email, or tweets more than they call, but nobody can deny the way we communicate has once again been changed forever.
10 Things to Avoid In Social Media

From the Director-General - National Archives of Australia

The question that I am most commonly asked by our visitors is ‘What could the National Archives possibly hold about me?’ Australian families are well represented in the National Archives’ collection. For example, if you have family members who migrated to Australia, served in the defence forces or worked for the Australian Government, the National Archives is likely to have something on your family.
From the Director-General - National Archives of Australia

What The Internet Knows About You

Most Internet users know that a website they visit can access various information about the computer system used to make the connection. This includes the screen resolution, operating system, IP address and web browser among other things. But those are not the only information that can be gathered when users visit a website.
What The Internet Knows About You

Please Rob Me Demonstrates The Dangers Of Location Based Services

Location based services can be helpful to the user, no question about that. They are most often implemented and used in mobile devices who are able to return the location of the owner to the network where these information can get utilized in several ways from locating the nearest post office, restaurant or atm to locating a friend or object.
Please Rob Me Demonstrates The Dangers Of Location Based Services

Librarians: Close the books on Internet filtering

The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), has joined with Google, Inspire Foundation and Yahoo to express opposition to the mandatory ISP filter.
Librarians: Close the books on Internet filtering

Top 10 Google Settings You Should Know About

As the outcry over Google Buzz's privacy has shown us, it's smart to explore settings in Gmail, along with other places you're sharing data with the search giant. Let's take a look at 10 privacy, convenience, and annoyance fixers you should know.
Top 10 Google Settings You Should Know About

Family Friendly sites listed on Blackstump Australia Issue 4/2010 - February 14, 2010

he latest issue of new Family Friendly sites listed on The Black Stump.
Family Friendly sites listed on Blackstump Australia Issue 4/2010 - February 14, 2010

Online Olympic Databases

Olympic Medalists & Database of National Olympics Committees.
Online Olympic Databases

50 Ways to Show You Care Without Spending a Dime

If you’re looking for a few meaningful gifts that don’t require a debit card, you may find these creative ideas helpful this season.
50 Ways to Show You Care Without Spending a Dime

HOW TO: Set up a free online monitoring system

The question I get asked most frequently, “How do you monitor what is happening online?” I’ve compiled a list of the tools I use when on a tight budget. These are FREE tools (in five relatively easy steps) available to help you get a handle of your online presence.
HOW TO: Set up a free online monitoring system

Shazam and Last.fm Team Up for More Music Magic on iPhone

One of the first big “wow” apps for the iPhone was Shazam — hold up your phone to the radio or TV and BAM, find out what song is playing. Likewise, the Last.fm iPhone app was one of the first apps in the App Store for music fans. Today Shazam and Last.fm are partnering to bring features from both services together.
Shazam and Last.fm Team Up for More Music Magic on iPhone

Bypass Heavy-Handed Web Filters with Your Own Proxy Server

If your workplace or school's extra-restrictive internet filter has you pulling your hair out during the occasional browsing break, there's hope! Here's a quick look at how to get around heavy-handed browser restrictions with the open-source PHProxy.
Bypass Heavy-Handed Web Filters with Your Own Proxy Server

Gas Pump Fails

Here we see a couple more reasons to go back to full service.
Gas Pump Fails

How to Oil and Break in a New Cricket Bat

This article will teach you how to get the best performance and life out of your new bat. If you follow these steps, you will have a great bat with a terrific centre that should last for years.
How to Oil and Break in a New Cricket Bat

A Butcher's Tips for Avoiding Cuts in the Kitchen

Having a very sharp knife goes a long way toward preventing disastrous knife slips, but there are oh-so-many ways of cutting yourself with any kind of knife. Tom Mylan, a Brooklyn butcher, shares his hard-earned tips on avoiding bad blade slips.
A Butcher's Tips for Avoiding Cuts in the Kitchen

The Dubious History of Pun (Pun Among Other Pungent Words)

A question about the origin of pun. Our correspondent noticed that pun and pundit appeared in English at nearly the same time, that a pun “heaps together” different meanings (so Skeat), while the root of pundit (Sanskrit for “learned man”) also means “to heap, pile up.” Moreover, bunk “berth” may likewise go back to a word for “heap.” Is it possible that pundit and bunk provide a clue to the origin of pun?
The Dubious History of Pun (Pun Among Other Pungent Words)

Google Buzz Introduction

It feels like there is not a day where Google is not updating or publishing a new service. Google Buzz is the latest service that is being rolled out from today on to all Gmail users.
Google Buzz Introduction

How to Lessen the Strong Taste of Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are healthy and delicious when not over-cooked. But for some, the taste is too strong and overwhelming. To get the nutritional benefits of these lovely veggies, as well as achieving a good flavor, here are some ideas.
How to Lessen the Strong Taste of Brussels Sprouts