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Nov 20 2008

10 Steps to Better Grades - & extra time

Photo by Jeff PoskanzerI was never taught how to study. Furthermore, I was never taught how to take exams. I’ve listed below ten links that will either start you on the road to better studying or improve the skills you are already using. Either way you should end up with a bit more time to do fun things!

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Nov 19 2008

Small but mighty Gmail hint

Small but mighty is a Gmail find that can save you a lot of time. From anywhere in Gmail, click on the “?” and a screen will pop up showing you all of the keyboard shortcuts available when in Gmail!To turn on the keyboard shortcuts, when logged into your Gmail account, click on the Settings tab at the top right. On the General tab, several items from the top, you will see Keyboard shortcuts with buttons to turn on or off the shortcuts.Here is a link to the Gmail shortcuts page so you can print a copy.

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Nov 18 2008

When can I shred the records?

Published by Simon under productivity & organization

Photo by Peat BakkeWhen can the cancelled checks and tax returns be shredded? Yes, shredded. To protect yourself from identity fraud, do not put any financial documentation in the trash or the recycling. When in doubt, Continue Reading »

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Nov 17 2008

Gmail in motion

I’m often asked “Why do I  have to close each message and return to the list to read mesages?  I want to read through open messages in Gmail.  There is a shortcut which allows you to move through open messages. Open the first message, to archive the current message and move to the next message, click on the left bracket “[” key. The next message will be open. You are not returned to the list of messages.

Before archiving, use the other keyboard shortcuts to mark the message. Just press “S” to mark the message with a ’star’ if you still need to take action or follow-up later. This is the same as ‘flagging’ a message in Outlook or other email applications.

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Nov 14 2008

It’s due when??? Use a homework manager

Photo by Darren HesterHere’s a homework manager for students with a Mac. It’s called SchoolHouse 2, tracks everything for you and is free. Trackable are your reading, projects, papers, and grades (which can be calculated). As the site puts it, this way you’ll have no surprises at the end of the quarter/semester. You can look at everything due a week from Friday or every due date for a particular class.

I’ll be searching for a similar application for PC users. Stay tuned.

Please be sure you’re backing up your hard drive or printing out the information daily. The only thing worse than dogs eating homework is the fact that hard drives crash!

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Nov 13 2008

Who will stop the SPAM?

Photo by Stefano BrivioStill getting SPAM? Getting more SPAM now than several months ago? Do you have too many legitimate messages going to SPAM? I recommend trying one of the following options.

Gmail. As noted in an earlier post, Gmail has the best SPAM filter around. It is extremely accurate. Many users now have all of their email accounts routed through Gmail to get the benefit of Gmail’s SPAM blocker. Gmail can be set up to send pop3 account mail as well. You still need an invitation to sign up for Gmail. Continue Reading »

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Nov 12 2008

4 lists to reduce clutter

Published by Simon under productivity & organization

Whether you just need the space or are trying to simplify your life, these sites have tips to help.

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