A screencast is a video of a computer screen, and can be a useful tool for demonstrating software, teaching or training. I’ve used Camtasia for years, but it is expensive. I’ve also heard great things about Jing, which is available …[Continue]
Is Single Tasking the New Multi-Tasking?
Are cluttered to-do lists, multitasking, and unlimited browser tabs taking their toll on your productivity? Some experts are calling single tasking (focusing on one task at a time) “the new multitasking.” If you want to give it a try, NowDoThis …[Continue]
Should You Power Down Your Mac?
Is shutting off your Mac at the end of the day better than putting it to sleep? Although many Windows refugees prefer to power down, Gary Rosenzweig of MacMost explains that sleep is better in most situations because it uses …[Continue]
New Release of OpenOffice
Tired of buying Microsoft Office for each computer you use? OpenOffice is an open-source (i.e. free) software suite for word processing, spreadsheets and presentations. It stores all your data in file formats that are compatible with Microsoft Office, and works …[Continue]
Which Date Works?
If you’ve ever had to find a mutually agreeable date for a group event, you’ll instantly appreciate WhichDateWorks. Without any required registration, simply name your event, add the email addresses of all involved, and sit and back and watch. As …[Continue]
Online Conversion Calculators
To convert measurements from one unit to another, there are many sites with interactive conversion calculators. My favorites are: Yahooligans! Weights and Measures, Convert Me, and Online Conversion….[Continue]
Online Translation
Online language translation sites are handy for translating Web pages or short articles, but keep in mind that many idioms do not translate well and their results are probably not up to your foreign language teacher’s standards. Two to try …[Continue]