Tethering is the term for using a cell phone broadband on your laptop with a data plan. You connect your cell phone via usb cable and use your laptop to connect to the web through the cell phone's data plan. It works great with smart phones and with Window Mobile phones. If your in constant need of a broadband connection this is an in expensive way to go.
Using the software almost saves you half of the time
Pda Net
Pda Net Blackberry
For Nokia Phones use this
7/24/09
Google Latitude
Google latitude will keep track of your pals. It let's your smart phone and laptop keep track of your location via GPS. And when you need to contact them you can do so by either IM them or emailing them. Their are some privacy concerns but it's worth looking into.
7/23/09
Tripit
Need to organize all your travel plans into one. This program is your personal assistant that puts all your travel information into one.
7/22/09
Wolframalpha
Google better be prepared because if this new search engine starts getting smarter, this could be the new Google on the block.
You can give this new search engine mathematical problems and it will solve them.
ex. b log(x)
what is the meaning of life
You can give this new search engine mathematical problems and it will solve them.
ex. b log(x)
what is the meaning of life
7/21/09
Make iTunes work with any MP3 Player
This software works with iTunes and most MP3 players. Once the software is installed you just add the MP3 player and sync your music exactly the way you did with your current iPod. You no longer have to add additional software to sync your music into your MP3 player.
7/20/09
Disk Digger
This software is so advanced that it can even found VMWare's virtual machine trashed drives. I am impressed.
7/19/09
Free Drive Image
Need a Drive Image copy of your hard drive just in case one day your operating system crashes. Drive Image XML will do the job for free.
7/18/09
Outlook Tips
Outlook Tips
1-While Outlook is open hit the second key on the mouse to open Outlook in a New Window
2-Display Multiple Dates in the Outlook Calendar by clicking on a date and holding the Ctrl key and clicking additional dates. This will show you in the Outlook Calendar side by side.
3-If your using the flag in Outlook, you can also categorize it using different colors. Just right click on the flag and change the flag color.
4-To add email user's to your Outlook contacts account open message and on message right click on email address to add contacts to Outlook
1-While Outlook is open hit the second key on the mouse to open Outlook in a New Window
2-Display Multiple Dates in the Outlook Calendar by clicking on a date and holding the Ctrl key and clicking additional dates. This will show you in the Outlook Calendar side by side.
3-If your using the flag in Outlook, you can also categorize it using different colors. Just right click on the flag and change the flag color.
4-To add email user's to your Outlook contacts account open message and on message right click on email address to add contacts to Outlook
7/17/09
Notifu via Sims
Need to send text messages to a group on multiple platforms and also need to verify if they received them. This application even works for international numbers.
7/16/09
Shmoop
Great resource for anyone looking for summarization, multimedia and help in literature, poetry and American history.
7/15/09
Rapid Share Plus
Automate the Rapid Share free limited account without waiting. The program saves you time on downloading, changing file names, start and stopping downloads and shut down your computer after files have been downloaded.
Download Rapid Share Plus
Download Rapid Share Plus
7/14/09
Use OpenDNS
Since the recent attached on DNS servers from criminals your best bet today is to use OpenDNS.
To do this do the following:
Go to Start -> Control Panel -> Network and Internet and click Network Sharing Center
Under task listed on the left click Manage Network Connections. In Manage Network Connections right click the icon representing your network card -> click properties and in the properties list click Internet Protocol Version 4. Click Properties button in the ensuing screen and select Use the following DNS server address button. Type in a primary address of 208.67.222.222 in the secondary address type 208.67.220.220 and click Ok.
To do this do the following:
Go to Start -> Control Panel -> Network and Internet and click Network Sharing Center
Under task listed on the left click Manage Network Connections. In Manage Network Connections right click the icon representing your network card -> click properties and in the properties list click Internet Protocol Version 4. Click Properties button in the ensuing screen and select Use the following DNS server address button. Type in a primary address of 208.67.222.222 in the secondary address type 208.67.220.220 and click Ok.
7/13/09
Lockout Vista's unwanted Guest
If privacy is a must for your shared computer you should do the following. Prevent unwanted guest from guessing your admin password by allowing outsiders unlimited guesses at the admin password. You do this by clicking start -> Local Security Policy -> Choose Account Lockout Threshold and at the prompt enter the number of invalid log-ins you'll accept. This will close out your outsiders unlimited guesses window.
7/12/09
Find Vista's double Firewall
Have a program that is being block by the Windows firewall but can't seem to still get net access. Check out Vista's double Firewall to see if that program has access. But this will be difficult to find because it's not in the Windows Firewall setting. Your best bet is to go to Windows search and type the following wf.msc and press ENTER. This will open Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.
You then scroll down to Outbound Rules and then New Rule in the upper right corner. Then you select the program path for the application you require access to. For each program you want internet access you have to allow the connection and create a new rule for every app otherwise you will not get net acess.
You then scroll down to Outbound Rules and then New Rule in the upper right corner. Then you select the program path for the application you require access to. For each program you want internet access you have to allow the connection and create a new rule for every app otherwise you will not get net acess.
7/11/09
Never Loose Anything Again
This new GPS tracking device is excellent on locating your luggage, pets and people. Just hookup to pets collar, suitcase, keychain and then logon to the website to find where it is within thirty feet away. You can even track how fast the item is going, just in case someone was driving. I am just a little upset on it's battery life which is just seven days.
7/10/09
Black Bar over Text in Adobe
Now that everyone is going paperless all these scan documents are now lying on your computer or storage hard drive open for access. If your concern on security for these documents you can black out the text for these .PDF files but it will require third party software. The only downside about this is that the document will be altered from it's original state and you'll probably lose it's search ability.
7/9/09
Cell Phone Data Eraser
We already know about the news what happened when in the 2009 campaign staffers sold there Blackberrys and left valuable information on their phones. Now will Cell Phone Data Eraser your worries are no longer needed.
7/8/09
Speed Up Shutdown, Logoff & Restart
If you have XP, Vista or Windows 7 this new utility will help you shutdown, Logoff and Restart your computer faster than you normally would. I just don't understand why Windows has to rely on another program to do this.
System Booster
System Booster
7/7/09
Delete Backup Hotfix Folder
If you have a Windows Server, at times the C drive will contain hidden Hotfix folders that are maintain in the Server and taking away valuable space. These files usually start with $ character. In order to delete the files create in Notepad a file named DeleteHotFixBackups and copy and paste the script below to later change the file extension to .bat
Please note that deleting HotFixes is risky if your trying to uninstall a particular HotFix. Also you can accidentally delete backup folders because some backup folder do begin with $.
DeleteHotFixBackups.bat
C:
CD %WINDIR%
Del kb*.log
For /F "usebackq delims=" %%W in ('dir/d/b/ah $*.*') Do RD %%W /S /Q
Please note that deleting HotFixes is risky if your trying to uninstall a particular HotFix. Also you can accidentally delete backup folders because some backup folder do begin with $.
DeleteHotFixBackups.bat
C:
CD %WINDIR%
Del kb*.log
For /F "usebackq delims=" %%W in ('dir/d/b/ah $*.*') Do RD %%W /S /Q
7/6/09
Panda Internet Security 2009 free for 3 months
Another freebie but you have to act fast. These freebies go by so quickly. Once they're up it's only a matter of time before they shut them down because of the high demand.
Here is a list of Panda's Key Security Features
Anti-Malware Engine
Personal Firewall
Advanced Proactive Protection
Anti-Phishing Filter
Anti-Rootkit Technology
Anti-Banking Trojan Engine
Anti-Spam Filter
Web Filter
Parental Control
Backup & Restore
Personal Information Filter
Here is a list of Panda's Key Security Features
Anti-Malware Engine
Personal Firewall
Advanced Proactive Protection
Anti-Phishing Filter
Anti-Rootkit Technology
Anti-Banking Trojan Engine
Anti-Spam Filter
Web Filter
Parental Control
Backup & Restore
Personal Information Filter
7/5/09
I Heart Music
It's a new music site that takes recordings from unknown artists. So if your into the music industry and have yet to be seen. This is an excellent site to send your demo for feedback. It today's market, you never know.
Beside's that the website also has a links for i heart radio with 750 stations. Not bad for a music site. I wish MTV would of hopped on to this plan a long time ago.
Beside's that the website also has a links for i heart radio with 750 stations. Not bad for a music site. I wish MTV would of hopped on to this plan a long time ago.
7/4/09
7/3/09
Another Excel
EditGrid is another alternate online spread sheet that you might want to look at if your done using Microsoft Excel. It specializes in financial data that gives you more of what regular Excel should do for you.
There are some diadvantages but it does take Excel to the next level.
There are some diadvantages but it does take Excel to the next level.
7/2/09
Excel without the Math
Looking for an Excel spread sheet without the Math. LogiXML VizLytics can make things very simple by slicing and dicing data in many different ways.
7/1/09
Convert Youtube Videos to MP3
Again here is another link to convert your favorite YouTube videos to MP3. Hopefully this link will not go away like the privious ones that I posted in the past.
Vdeo2Mp3
You can also use the Firefox add on extension to make your life simple.
You Tube MP 3
Vdeo2Mp3
You can also use the Firefox add on extension to make your life simple.
You Tube MP 3
6/30/09
Energizer Portable Battery Pack
6/29/09
Office 2007 Annoyance
If you have Office 2007 and are annoyed with some of its features. Here are the fixes to correct them or just make them go away.
1- Add Features to the Quick Access Toolbar
Click the little down arrow on the right edge of the toolbar. You'll then see
commands like Open, Quick Print and Spelling & Grammer. Click any of them to
add to the Quick Access Toolbar. Likewise click any already check item to
remove them from the toolbar. If there is a feature that doesn't appear you
just right click on any icon and choose Add to Quick Access Toolbar, the same
goes if you want to remove them.
2- Remove the Quick Access Toolbar
This is a must if your had enough of it. To turn it off click on the Office
button and choose Word Options. Clear the check box for Show Mini Toolbar
on selection and press ok.
1- Add Features to the Quick Access Toolbar
Click the little down arrow on the right edge of the toolbar. You'll then see
commands like Open, Quick Print and Spelling & Grammer. Click any of them to
add to the Quick Access Toolbar. Likewise click any already check item to
remove them from the toolbar. If there is a feature that doesn't appear you
just right click on any icon and choose Add to Quick Access Toolbar, the same
goes if you want to remove them.
2- Remove the Quick Access Toolbar
This is a must if your had enough of it. To turn it off click on the Office
button and choose Word Options. Clear the check box for Show Mini Toolbar
on selection and press ok.
6/28/09
Windows XP folder Ownership
Reinstalled Windows XP but now you can view your files that were in your My Documents folder. What you have is a violation of the ownership folder and hopefully this link will fix it.
Link
If not your best bet is to copy all the files that are someone in your c drive and reformat Windows completely.
Link
If not your best bet is to copy all the files that are someone in your c drive and reformat Windows completely.
6/27/09
Don't Do it to Windows
Yes the following is a waste of time on Windows.
It's your choice on believing or not.
1- Vista multiple core improves boot time
There is an option in Msconfig utility that lets you set the number of processors for boot time and by default it's set to off.
2- Clearing prefetch directory (or cache) improves start time
Actually all this does in most cases is extends the boot time.
3- Disabling QoS and IPv6 will improve bandwidth and web performance
I still can't find any good enough reason to do so.
4- Turning off System Restore improves performance
I wouldn't chance risking my backups.
5- Clearing out cached and temp files improves performance, especially in web browser.
6- Disabling the last access time stamp will boost performance.
I wouldn't suggest on doing this because one day this might just help you resolve a known problem.
It's your choice on believing or not.
1- Vista multiple core improves boot time
There is an option in Msconfig utility that lets you set the number of processors for boot time and by default it's set to off.
2- Clearing prefetch directory (or cache) improves start time
Actually all this does in most cases is extends the boot time.
3- Disabling QoS and IPv6 will improve bandwidth and web performance
I still can't find any good enough reason to do so.
4- Turning off System Restore improves performance
I wouldn't chance risking my backups.
5- Clearing out cached and temp files improves performance, especially in web browser.
6- Disabling the last access time stamp will boost performance.
I wouldn't suggest on doing this because one day this might just help you resolve a known problem.
6/26/09
Do It to Windows
Here are a few Windows tweaks that are worth doing
Do
1- Disabling XP's indexing saves on performance
2- In Vista write caching will improve SATA drive performance
To do this go to Explorer right click drive you want to speed up and select
properties -> click Hardware tab and -> select properties -> Policies tab and check both of the boxes beneath "Optimize for performance"
3- Disable unused network connections will improve boot time.
4- Tweak virtual will improve performance
To do this go to the Control Panel -> Advance under performance click Settings -> Advanced. In Virtual memory module click change -> custom size then up both Initial and Maximum size to roughly double your amount of RAM. Click Set and ok.
5- Ready Boost will improve system performance
6- Eliminate the Recent Documents / Recent Items folder with a registry hack
In XP install TweakUI and browse to Explorer then uncheck Allow Recent Documents on Start Menu. In Vista right click the taskbar and click Start Menu tab and uncheck Store and display a list of recently opened files.
7- Turn off the Windows splash screen will save time off your boot.
In XP at the run prompt type msconfig -> click the boot.ini tab and select
the /NOGUIBOOT option. Vista is similar instead its select the No GUI Boot option.
8- Defragmenting your hard drive improves performance
Do
1- Disabling XP's indexing saves on performance
2- In Vista write caching will improve SATA drive performance
To do this go to Explorer right click drive you want to speed up and select
properties -> click Hardware tab and -> select properties -> Policies tab and check both of the boxes beneath "Optimize for performance"
3- Disable unused network connections will improve boot time.
4- Tweak virtual will improve performance
To do this go to the Control Panel -> Advance under performance click Settings -> Advanced. In Virtual memory module click change -> custom size then up both Initial and Maximum size to roughly double your amount of RAM. Click Set and ok.
5- Ready Boost will improve system performance
6- Eliminate the Recent Documents / Recent Items folder with a registry hack
In XP install TweakUI and browse to Explorer then uncheck Allow Recent Documents on Start Menu. In Vista right click the taskbar and click Start Menu tab and uncheck Store and display a list of recently opened files.
7- Turn off the Windows splash screen will save time off your boot.
In XP at the run prompt type msconfig -> click the boot.ini tab and select
the /NOGUIBOOT option. Vista is similar instead its select the No GUI Boot option.
8- Defragmenting your hard drive improves performance
6/25/09
Kill Disk
Great application to help you wipe out a hard drive sensitive information that can be of value to others. It's better to be safe than sorry.
6/24/09
Remove Outlook Express
Having problems with Outlook Express or don't see they need for Windows to take up space when you need it the most.
Just remove Outlook Express if you really don't even use it.
Go to Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> Disk CleanUp -> pick C drive if it gives you a choice and once Disk Cleanup opens up select the More Options tab.
In More Options click on Windows Components and select Outlook Express to remove it from your computer.
.......................................
or go to DOS and type the following commands
cd\ ENTER
cd\windows\system32 ENTER
osuninst.exe ENTER
Just remove Outlook Express if you really don't even use it.
Go to Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> Disk CleanUp -> pick C drive if it gives you a choice and once Disk Cleanup opens up select the More Options tab.
In More Options click on Windows Components and select Outlook Express to remove it from your computer.
.......................................
or go to DOS and type the following commands
cd\ ENTER
cd\windows\system32 ENTER
osuninst.exe ENTER
6/23/09
Office Diagnostics
Having problems with your Office applications and can't seem to resolve them. Try Office Diagnostics and it just might eliminate those problems.
6/22/09
Map a Network Drive in Vista
It can be a little tricky when you compare it with Windows XP. But if you read the information carefully, you should be connected in no time.
6/21/09
Vista Versions
In the market for Windows Vista and still don't know which version to purchase. This link will help you decide which version comes with the features your looking to buy.
6/20/09
Solar Notebooks
Solar notebooks are currently out with at least 3 hours of life. Hopefully within time they will meet the same standards of any notebook.
6/19/09
TwitterFeed
Need help to setup your Twitter account to read your RSS feeds. Not a problem with the help of Twitter Feed. This site helps you transmit your RSS feeds to your Twitter account the easy way. I just wished the site was a little user friendly.
Helpful Links
Take RSS feeds to Twitter
Twitter Feed
Helpful Links
Take RSS feeds to Twitter
Twitter Feed
6/18/09
Texthog
Need an easier way to keep track of your expenses while on the road. Try Texthog and see how simple things can be. Texthog keeps tracks of your expenses via text message. You just sent a text message to Texthog and it stores the text messages for your to later review. You then put all your expenses together to show proof or to be reimbursed. The program still lacks some accounting fundamentals but it's very simple for the traveler on the go.
6/17/09
Online People Search Engines
Here's an excellent site to find out what personal information about you, that is available online. It can help you to opt out of certain websites and take control of your privacy. At least you know what others know about you.
6/16/09
Air Cooler Device
This air cooling device is making a big hit with policemen and the military. And if your constantly on the road. This might be a great solution for you to keep cool.
Worth the price if you always want to be cool.
Buy Me
Worth the price if you always want to be cool.
Buy Me
6/15/09
Sugar
Ever wonder how many cubes of sugar into the things that you regularly eat. Here is a great link to remember.
6/14/09
Internship for Women
If your a women over fourty and looking for an internship. This web site is excellent to help you fine tune your web technology skills. Think of it as a great crash course to update your computer skills.
6/13/09
Block Cell Phone Text Messaging
Here is a great way to block unwanted text messages.
Works with most carriers but this link is setup up only for Verizon Wireless customers.
Go to the above link and block all text messages from web and email and allow only text messages sent to Nickname@vtext.com that way only your close friends who you text to will be able to send you text messages.
Works with most carriers but this link is setup up only for Verizon Wireless customers.
Go to the above link and block all text messages from web and email and allow only text messages sent to Nickname@vtext.com that way only your close friends who you text to will be able to send you text messages.
6/12/09
Flash Resumes
There has been lots of controversy in the past few months on online Resumes. Although this is a difficult time for everyone. The job market is jammed with millions of resumes and online resumes are a way to be noticed faster.
Just be cautious on who you give access to your online resume account and remember that with identity theft. It just makes it easier for thieves to steal your identity. So try to make your online resume brief and leave out the personal information for now.
Just be cautious on who you give access to your online resume account and remember that with identity theft. It just makes it easier for thieves to steal your identity. So try to make your online resume brief and leave out the personal information for now.
6/11/09
IE 8 an Artist Dream come True
If you love to customize your browser then IE 8 will be a nice add on to your computer as long as your willing to give up the extra memory and space. I still can't see the point on giving up my space for IE 8.
6/10/09
IE 8 Memory Hog
The reports are coming in for IE 8 and even though it's an improvement to IE 7 it sure does eat up a lot of memory. So get ready to dish out at least 500mb.
6/9/09
Free Museums Admissions
Every now and then I find these great offers that I love to share with everyone. Check to see which museums in your area qualify.
Free Admission to 46 Different Museums (Target)
Target is offering Free Admission to 46 Different Museums!
There's always something exciting happening in the arts: a touring exhibition, a concert in the park, a favorite play, a great family outing at a local museum.
Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix - Target Kids Corner
Free arts activities with paid garden admission Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
1201 North Galvin Parkway
Phoenix AZ, 85008-3437
480-481-8115
California African American Museum, Los Angeles - Target Sundays at CAAM
Free First Sundays
600 State Drive
Los Angeles CA, 90037-1267
213-744-7432
Asian Art Museum, San Francisco - Target Tuesdays at Asian Art Museum
Free First Tuesdays
200 Larkin Street
San Francisco CA, 94102-4734
Centro Cultural De La Raza - Sunday Zapateado presented by Target
Free Second Sundays, 2 p.m.
2125 Park Blvd.
Balboa Park
San Diego CA, 92101
619-235-6135
Los Angeles County Museum of Art - Target Free Holiday Mondays
Free Admission, MLK Day 1/21; President's Day 2/18; Memorial Day 5/26; Labor Day 9/1; Veteran's Day 9/11; Columbus Day 10/13
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90063
323-857-6000
Children’s Museum of LaHabra - Target Free First Saturdays
301 S. Euclid Street LaHabra, CA 90631
562-905-9793
Target Free Family Saturdays
359 E. First Street Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-625-0414
Museo de las Americas, Denver - Target Free Family Days
Free First Saturdays
861 Santa Fe Drive
Denver CO, 80204
303-571-4401
The Children's Museum of Denver - Target First Tuesday Nights
Free First Tuesdays, 4–8 pm
2121 Children's Museum Drive
Denver CO, 80211
303-433-7444
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - Millennium Stage
Free performances every day
2700 F Street, NW
Washington D.C., 20566
800-444-1324
Museum of Contemporary Art, Jacksonville - Target Free Wednesday Nights
Free admission every Wednesday, 5–9 p.m.
333 North Laura Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202 USA
904-366-6911
Young at Art Children's Museum
Target First Fridays
Free First Fridays, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
11584 West State Road 84
Davie, FL 33325
954-424-0085
KidCity: The Children's Museum of Tampa - Target Free First Fridays
Free First Fridays, 5–8 p.m.
7550 North Boulevard
Tampa FL, 33604
813-935-8441
Miami Children's Museum - Target Free Third Fridays
Free Third Fridays, 3–9 p.m.
980 Mac Arthur Causeway
Miami, FL 33132
305-373-5437
Chicago Children's Museum - Target Free First Mondays
Free admission for kids 15 and under. First Monday of every month, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
700 East Grand Avenue, Navy Pier
Chicago Children's Museum at Navy Pier
Chicago IL, 60611
312-527-1000
Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago - Target Free Tuesdays
Free every Tuesday
220 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago IL, 60611
312-280-2660
Congo Square Theatre, Chicago - Target Saturday Matinees
2-for-1 Tickets, Saturdays at 2 p.m.
Various locations
Chicago, IL 60657
312-587-2292
Lookingglass Theatre Company, Chicago - Target Saturday Matinees
Buy One, Get One Free, Saturday performances at 3 p.m.
821 North Michigan Avenue
Water Tower Water Works
Chicago IL, 60611
312-337-0665
Art Institute of Chicago - Target Free Evenings
Free General Admission every Thursday, 5–9 p.m.
Free General Admission every Friday from Memorial Day until Labor Day, 5–9 p.m.
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago IL, 60603-6110
312-443-3600
The Field Museum - Target Free Second Mondays
Free admission every second Monday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
1400 South Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605-2496
312-922-9410
National Museum of Mexican Art - Target Free Admission at the NMMA
Free admission every day during museum hours, 10 a.m–5 p.m. Tuesday–Sunday
1852 W. 19th Street
Chicago, IL 60608
312-738-1503
Millennium Park Family Fun Festival Presented by Target
June 3–September 1, 2008 Daily, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Summer-long free festival of music, performances and family activities for all ages, seven days a week in the Millennium Park Family Fun Activity Tent and on the Jay Pritzker Pavillion Performance Stage.
Chicago Children's Choir - Target Free Family Concert in Millennium Park
Thursday, June 12, 6:30 p.m.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis - Target Family Nights
Free First Thursdays, 4–8 p.m.
3000 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-334-3322
The Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston - Target Free Thursday Nights
Free every Thursday, 5–9 p.m.
100 Northern Avenue
Boston, MA 02210
617-478-3100
Boston Children's Museum- Target $1 Friday Nights
$1 Admission every Friday, 5–9 p.m.
300 Congress Street
Boston, MA 02210
617-426-8855
Flint Institute of Arts - Target Free Saturdays
Free every Saturday
1120 E. Kearsley Street
Flint, MI 48503
810-234-1695
Arab American National Museum, Dearborn - Target Family Free Sundays
13624 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn MI, 48126
313-582-2266
Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit - Target Free First Sundays
315 East Warren
Detroit MI, 48201
313-494-5800
Walker Art Center, Minneapolis - Target Free Thursday Nights
Every Thursday night from 5–9 p.m.
1750 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis MN, 55403
612-375-7600
Minnesota Children's Museum - Target Free 3rd Sundays
10 West Seventh Street
St. Paul MN, 55102
651-225-6001
The Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum - Target Free Family Nights
Free Third Fridays, 5:30–9 p.m.
516 S. Kirkwood Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63122
314-822-8900
The Coterie Theatre - Kansas City - Target Saturday Matinees
2-for-1 tickets on Saturdays
Crown Center
2450 Grand Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64108
816-474-6552
The Black Repertory Theatre, St. Louis - Target Next Generation Family Matinee Series
2-for-1 Tickets, free admission for ages 8-18 with purchase of one adult ticket - Thursday and Saturday Matinees - Performances at The Grandel Theatre
3610 Grandel Square
St. Louis, Missouri 63103
314-534-3810
Museum of Modern Art - Target Free Friday Nights
Free Fridays, 4–8 p.m.
11 West 53 Street
New York NY, 10019
212-708-9400
Brooklyn Museum - Target First Saturdays
Free First Saturdays, 5–11 p.m.
200 Eastern Parkway
Brooklyn NY, 11238
718-638-5000
Children's Museum of Manhattan - Target Free First Friday Nights
212 West 83rd Street
New York, NY 10024
212-721-1234
New Museum for Contemporary Art - Target First Saturdays for Families
235 Bowery
New York, NY 10002
212-219-1222
Mint Museum of Art - Target Family Fun Saturdays
Family activities on Second Saturdays, 10:30–12:30 p.m. Free admission for kids 15 and under with adult purchase
2730 Randolph Road
Charlotte NC, 28207
704-337-2000
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Community Festivals
Check www.rockhall.com for dates. Free family festival and entertainment.
One Key Plaza
Cincinnati OH, 44114
216-781-ROCK
Please Touch Museum - Target First Wednesdays
5–7 p.m.
210 North 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-963-0667
Amon Carter Museum - Target Family Fun Days
Family Activities on second Sundays, Noon to 5 p.m.
beginning November 11, 2007
Admission is always free!
3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-738-1933
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - Target First Free Sundays
Free First Sundays, 12:15–7 p.m.
1001 Bissonnet Street
Houston, TX 77005
713-639-7300
Nasher Sculpture Center - Target First Saturdays
Free admission from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on first Saturdays
2001 Flora St.
Dallas, TX 75201
214-242-5100
Victory Media Network Outdoor Digital Art Gallery at Victory Park
Starting March 23, 2007
Free and open to the public daily
Victory Plaza
2500 Victory Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75219
Seattle Art Museum - First Free Saturdays presented by Target at the Seattle Asian Art Museum
Free First Saturdays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
1400 East Prospect Street
Seattle WA, 98112-3303
206-654-3100
Free Admission to 46 Different Museums (Target)
Target is offering Free Admission to 46 Different Museums!
There's always something exciting happening in the arts: a touring exhibition, a concert in the park, a favorite play, a great family outing at a local museum.
Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix - Target Kids Corner
Free arts activities with paid garden admission Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
1201 North Galvin Parkway
Phoenix AZ, 85008-3437
480-481-8115
California African American Museum, Los Angeles - Target Sundays at CAAM
Free First Sundays
600 State Drive
Los Angeles CA, 90037-1267
213-744-7432
Asian Art Museum, San Francisco - Target Tuesdays at Asian Art Museum
Free First Tuesdays
200 Larkin Street
San Francisco CA, 94102-4734
Centro Cultural De La Raza - Sunday Zapateado presented by Target
Free Second Sundays, 2 p.m.
2125 Park Blvd.
Balboa Park
San Diego CA, 92101
619-235-6135
Los Angeles County Museum of Art - Target Free Holiday Mondays
Free Admission, MLK Day 1/21; President's Day 2/18; Memorial Day 5/26; Labor Day 9/1; Veteran's Day 9/11; Columbus Day 10/13
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90063
323-857-6000
Children’s Museum of LaHabra - Target Free First Saturdays
301 S. Euclid Street LaHabra, CA 90631
562-905-9793
Target Free Family Saturdays
359 E. First Street Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-625-0414
Museo de las Americas, Denver - Target Free Family Days
Free First Saturdays
861 Santa Fe Drive
Denver CO, 80204
303-571-4401
The Children's Museum of Denver - Target First Tuesday Nights
Free First Tuesdays, 4–8 pm
2121 Children's Museum Drive
Denver CO, 80211
303-433-7444
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - Millennium Stage
Free performances every day
2700 F Street, NW
Washington D.C., 20566
800-444-1324
Museum of Contemporary Art, Jacksonville - Target Free Wednesday Nights
Free admission every Wednesday, 5–9 p.m.
333 North Laura Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202 USA
904-366-6911
Young at Art Children's Museum
Target First Fridays
Free First Fridays, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
11584 West State Road 84
Davie, FL 33325
954-424-0085
KidCity: The Children's Museum of Tampa - Target Free First Fridays
Free First Fridays, 5–8 p.m.
7550 North Boulevard
Tampa FL, 33604
813-935-8441
Miami Children's Museum - Target Free Third Fridays
Free Third Fridays, 3–9 p.m.
980 Mac Arthur Causeway
Miami, FL 33132
305-373-5437
Chicago Children's Museum - Target Free First Mondays
Free admission for kids 15 and under. First Monday of every month, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
700 East Grand Avenue, Navy Pier
Chicago Children's Museum at Navy Pier
Chicago IL, 60611
312-527-1000
Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago - Target Free Tuesdays
Free every Tuesday
220 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago IL, 60611
312-280-2660
Congo Square Theatre, Chicago - Target Saturday Matinees
2-for-1 Tickets, Saturdays at 2 p.m.
Various locations
Chicago, IL 60657
312-587-2292
Lookingglass Theatre Company, Chicago - Target Saturday Matinees
Buy One, Get One Free, Saturday performances at 3 p.m.
821 North Michigan Avenue
Water Tower Water Works
Chicago IL, 60611
312-337-0665
Art Institute of Chicago - Target Free Evenings
Free General Admission every Thursday, 5–9 p.m.
Free General Admission every Friday from Memorial Day until Labor Day, 5–9 p.m.
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago IL, 60603-6110
312-443-3600
The Field Museum - Target Free Second Mondays
Free admission every second Monday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
1400 South Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605-2496
312-922-9410
National Museum of Mexican Art - Target Free Admission at the NMMA
Free admission every day during museum hours, 10 a.m–5 p.m. Tuesday–Sunday
1852 W. 19th Street
Chicago, IL 60608
312-738-1503
Millennium Park Family Fun Festival Presented by Target
June 3–September 1, 2008 Daily, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Summer-long free festival of music, performances and family activities for all ages, seven days a week in the Millennium Park Family Fun Activity Tent and on the Jay Pritzker Pavillion Performance Stage.
Chicago Children's Choir - Target Free Family Concert in Millennium Park
Thursday, June 12, 6:30 p.m.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis - Target Family Nights
Free First Thursdays, 4–8 p.m.
3000 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-334-3322
The Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston - Target Free Thursday Nights
Free every Thursday, 5–9 p.m.
100 Northern Avenue
Boston, MA 02210
617-478-3100
Boston Children's Museum- Target $1 Friday Nights
$1 Admission every Friday, 5–9 p.m.
300 Congress Street
Boston, MA 02210
617-426-8855
Flint Institute of Arts - Target Free Saturdays
Free every Saturday
1120 E. Kearsley Street
Flint, MI 48503
810-234-1695
Arab American National Museum, Dearborn - Target Family Free Sundays
13624 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn MI, 48126
313-582-2266
Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit - Target Free First Sundays
315 East Warren
Detroit MI, 48201
313-494-5800
Walker Art Center, Minneapolis - Target Free Thursday Nights
Every Thursday night from 5–9 p.m.
1750 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis MN, 55403
612-375-7600
Minnesota Children's Museum - Target Free 3rd Sundays
10 West Seventh Street
St. Paul MN, 55102
651-225-6001
The Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum - Target Free Family Nights
Free Third Fridays, 5:30–9 p.m.
516 S. Kirkwood Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63122
314-822-8900
The Coterie Theatre - Kansas City - Target Saturday Matinees
2-for-1 tickets on Saturdays
Crown Center
2450 Grand Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64108
816-474-6552
The Black Repertory Theatre, St. Louis - Target Next Generation Family Matinee Series
2-for-1 Tickets, free admission for ages 8-18 with purchase of one adult ticket - Thursday and Saturday Matinees - Performances at The Grandel Theatre
3610 Grandel Square
St. Louis, Missouri 63103
314-534-3810
Museum of Modern Art - Target Free Friday Nights
Free Fridays, 4–8 p.m.
11 West 53 Street
New York NY, 10019
212-708-9400
Brooklyn Museum - Target First Saturdays
Free First Saturdays, 5–11 p.m.
200 Eastern Parkway
Brooklyn NY, 11238
718-638-5000
Children's Museum of Manhattan - Target Free First Friday Nights
212 West 83rd Street
New York, NY 10024
212-721-1234
New Museum for Contemporary Art - Target First Saturdays for Families
235 Bowery
New York, NY 10002
212-219-1222
Mint Museum of Art - Target Family Fun Saturdays
Family activities on Second Saturdays, 10:30–12:30 p.m. Free admission for kids 15 and under with adult purchase
2730 Randolph Road
Charlotte NC, 28207
704-337-2000
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Community Festivals
Check www.rockhall.com for dates. Free family festival and entertainment.
One Key Plaza
Cincinnati OH, 44114
216-781-ROCK
Please Touch Museum - Target First Wednesdays
5–7 p.m.
210 North 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-963-0667
Amon Carter Museum - Target Family Fun Days
Family Activities on second Sundays, Noon to 5 p.m.
beginning November 11, 2007
Admission is always free!
3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-738-1933
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - Target First Free Sundays
Free First Sundays, 12:15–7 p.m.
1001 Bissonnet Street
Houston, TX 77005
713-639-7300
Nasher Sculpture Center - Target First Saturdays
Free admission from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on first Saturdays
2001 Flora St.
Dallas, TX 75201
214-242-5100
Victory Media Network Outdoor Digital Art Gallery at Victory Park
Starting March 23, 2007
Free and open to the public daily
Victory Plaza
2500 Victory Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75219
Seattle Art Museum - First Free Saturdays presented by Target at the Seattle Asian Art Museum
Free First Saturdays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
1400 East Prospect Street
Seattle WA, 98112-3303
206-654-3100
6/8/09
Vista Service Pak 2
It's about time and I hope this time Microsoft fixed all the bugs that people have been complaining about the first time they used Vista.
Links
32 bit
32 bit Fast Download
64 bit
Windows Server 2008
Vista & Server 2008
Links
32 bit
32 bit Fast Download
64 bit
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Vista & Server 2008
6/7/09
How the Internet Works
I hope this video teaches you something. It is so difficult to try to teach people about the Internet when still people refuse to want to learn.
6/6/09
Google Maps good in India
Google just keeps on going with it's Google Maps. Now if your traveling to India Google Maps can help you to get to your destinations. It's only a matter of time before Google Maps will be symbolized as the new world Atlas map.
6/5/09
Feed Demon 3.0
Now you can read your favorite feeds from Google reader via your desktop with the help of Feed Demon. It's just another great way to read your RSS feeds via Google and Feed Demon.
6/4/09
Office SP 2
Yes Office 2007 Service Pack 2 is out and hopefully this time Microsoft fixed those pesky bugs that were annoying you when you first installed it.
Direct Link
Fast Download Link
Direct Link
Fast Download Link
6/3/09
Vista SP2 Blocker
If your looking for the Vista SP2 Blocker, here it is again. I can't blame some companies for blocking the SP2 update. Because of Microsoft games in incompatibility.
6/2/09
Vista SP2 Notable Changes
It's important always to read this information before doing a service pack. You never know what can go wrong especially when it's with Microsoft.
6/1/09
Twitter Hacked Again
For all those Twitter users beware, it's not the first time that Twitter has been hacked and it's only a matter of time before Twitter will be a hackers tweak.
5/31/09
In IE8 Place the Menu Bar Above the Address Bar
It's an easy windows registry tweak, just make sure your careful and backup your windows registry just in case something goes wrong.
5/30/09
Smallest Transflash
Or if you want to be more specific it's the smallest thumb drive that many users already use on a regular basis. This is the beginning of smaller flash drives to come.
5/29/09
Free Resume, business Cards & Faxes
Yes it's true and you better hurry up because it only last until to May 30,2009. All of course by compliments of Office Depot. I guess they figure that in the future you'll remember them and still come back for other services.
5/28/09
New Wedding Websites
It looks like wedding planners are at it again with the new Wedding websites. You know can send a wedding invite via email and even arrange hotel arrangements for visitors who come out of town. I must amazed by this main idea.
5/27/09
Swine Flu Tracking
Yes now the deadly Flu that's terrorizing the world is being tracked. And you can see how deadly this new virus can spread easily throughtout the world.
Swine Flu Route
Swine Flu Route
5/26/09
100 DvD's on 1 Disk
Yes it's possible with G.E. to put 100 DvD's onto one Disk. Now all we have to do is make it affordable for everyone to use.
5/25/09
where is George
This is a Great site to find out how far your money travels. Who knew how far money can travel. Try it and you'll be surprise.
5/24/09
Sony Tiny Keyboard
Sony once again has zapped the big keyboard to a pocket size version. The wireless keyboard is a must have for travelers on the go. And as for the price, well let's just say it's still not that bad.
5/23/09
SATA Dock
5/22/09
Solar Power
Is Solar Power energy for you? If you have the money and want to go green. This is a great way to save energy and money. It all depends on your location and commitment to be green.
5/21/09
U.S. New $100- Bill
Here's the information on the new $100- bill from the U.S. treasury. It just amazes me on how much security measures our country goes through to make sure no one counterfeits.
Also for more education research on $100- bills see this Link
Also for more education research on $100- bills see this Link
5/20/09
Bluetooth 3.0 is HERE
The new standards are an increase in data rate and decrease in power. I just wish manufactures would push selling all products with Bluetooth.
5/19/09
SolChat
SolChat is a new type of solar power bluetooth that attaches to your car and act's like a speaker phone. I just hope for the price this gadget lives up to it's price.
5/18/09
Internode Monthly Usage Meter
Here is another Firefox Add-on to monitor your broadband monthly upload and download speeds. It a must have for individuals who always want to know their broadband speeds.
5/17/09
New iPod Shuffle
As the technology gets better with the iPod Shuffle, Apple looks at cheaper ways to make it's product. You pay $79 dollars when Apple just makes it for $21.77.
5/16/09
Barnes & Noble Ebook Reader
I guess with Amazon's Kindle, Barnes & Noble figures it should also get into the Ebook Reader business. Only time will tell.
5/15/09
Troika Social Security Card Concept
This new concept is great because you have your social security card, your passport and your drivers license all in one. The only bad thing about is that it's still hackable. Hopefully someone will figure out something similar to this concept.
5/14/09
Denon USB Recorder
Denon just launched it's new Vinyl Recorder with a USB port so that you can easy tranform any vinyl record to an MP3. Technology is catching up.
5/13/09
WildCharge Supports more phones
A while back I talked about the new cable free charger for your cell phone, pda, and other electronic devices. The manufacture was limited to production because of the lack of the electronic devices it supported. But it looks like demand is catching up and this maybe the new technology for tomorrow.
Supported List
Supported List
5/12/09
New ATM Card Skimmer
I must say with all the new technology out there. It's funny how skimmers can still pull the ATM Card scam over and over again.
5/11/09
How to Get a Grant
Excellent material for people who are in school and want to get a GRANT.
If you having problems viewing the website, try going to Knol at google.com and searching for GRANT.
If you having problems viewing the website, try going to Knol at google.com and searching for GRANT.
5/10/09
Adobe Alternatives
I am glad to see now that there are a few alternatives to the bug invested Adobe acrobat software. It's a shame that it's time to say goodbye to Adobe but this is what happens when a company gets too big. They just get sloppy.
Alternative Acrobat
PDF Hammer
PDF Direct & Quick View
Sumatra
PDF Exchange View
Cool PDF Reader
Alternative Acrobat
PDF Hammer
PDF Direct & Quick View
Sumatra
PDF Exchange View
Cool PDF Reader
5/9/09
Show Desktop Icon
If you had the show desktop icon at one time and now it's missing. This is how you restore the link onto your desktop.
WinXP
type Start -> Run -> type regsvr32/n/i:u shell32.dll and press Enter
a dialog should tell you that the process succeeded.
Now you need to restore the icon in the toolbar
To restore it either reboot or do the following select Start -> Run -> type as is with quotes "%appdata%\microsoft\internet explorer\quick launch" and press Enter
Now it will show in the Quick Launch bar.
In Vista
download the file labeled 'ShowDesktop.zip' from HowToGeek.com and then open the file and drag it to the Quick Launch bar.
WinXP
type Start -> Run -> type regsvr32/n/i:u shell32.dll and press Enter
a dialog should tell you that the process succeeded.
Now you need to restore the icon in the toolbar
To restore it either reboot or do the following select Start -> Run -> type as is with quotes "%appdata%\microsoft\internet explorer\quick launch" and press Enter
Now it will show in the Quick Launch bar.
In Vista
download the file labeled 'ShowDesktop.zip' from HowToGeek.com and then open the file and drag it to the Quick Launch bar.
5/8/09
DTV Digital Receivers
Getting ready to go digital in June and still need a digital receiver. Well here is the link to get the Digital TV Receiver. Otherwise if you already have a DirecTv box and getting cable service, you should not be affected.
5/7/09
Adobe 9.1 Lite
Have Adobe but can't stand that it eats up a lot of space. Take a new look at Adobe 9.1 Lite . Takes less space and hopefully it's going to be bug free.
5/6/09
iAntivirus 1.35 for MAC
If you have a MAC machine and still have no antivirus software. Fear no more with this free MAC iAntivirus software. It's better to have something than nothing.
5/5/09
Web page Forms
Want to create a mailing list, survey response list or just any other forms for your website. This site is a starter and prices may vary on services that you need.
5/4/09
IE 8 Headaches
In just a few days most users of IE 8 either switched their browsers back to IE 7 or are going to Microsoft's competitors. Can you blame them when the new IE 8 eats up 4 gig of hard drive space.
5/3/09
More Office Shortcuts via web browser
Here are some more Microsoft Shortcuts via Internet Explorer.
Outlook
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\Outlook.exe
Power Point Viewer
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\pptview.exe
Word
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\winword.exe
Access
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\MSAccess.exe
Outlook
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\Outlook.exe
Power Point Viewer
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\pptview.exe
Word
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\winword.exe
Access
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\MSAccess.exe
5/2/09
Create an Excel Shortcut onto your desktop
Open up Internet Explorer and type the following command.
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\excel.exe
save the file onto your desktop and easily access excel on your computer
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\excel.exe
save the file onto your desktop and easily access excel on your computer
5/1/09
Area Code's
Are you getting tired of just getting calls from different area codes, who you don't know? Next time use this map has reference to help you narrow down your searches.
4/30/09
History of the Game Consoles
Gaming consoles have been around for a few years and lately things are just getting better. If you were an old gamer here are some memories to enjoy.
4/29/09
IE8 is Here
Internet Explorer 8 is finally here and here is what's new like fast accelerator, web slices, instant search address, smart address bar , domain highlightening, enhanced tab browsing and InPrivate .
Get IE 8 Now
Get IE 8 Now
4/28/09
Power.com
New online social groups helps you keep track of all your friends in one place. No need to jump from website to website to see what everyone is doing. It's all now in one place.
4/27/09
Loopt
Turn your mobile phone into a social compass. Now you'll know when friends are nearby and be able to know what great events are going on every where you go.
4/26/09
Qipit
Took a picture with a mobile phone and now you want to convert it to pdf, or just have a file that's on your phone that needs a pdf conversion. Well this software is a excellent choice and it's free.
4/25/09
Kingston Charger
This Kingston Pocket Booster for mobile phones is a great idea with an excellent price tag to it. You can charge almost anything and it will expend you mobile capabilities a little longer. I don't understand why it took so long for products like these to be made.
4/24/09
SafeHouse
Need to protect your files on your computer, but don't know where to start. Just install SafeHouse and password protect your files from intruders. It's security at it's best.
4/23/09
Free Fax
You can fax for free for now with the exception that you'll fax with free advertisement. It's not a bad deal as long as the other party is ok with unlimited advertisements.
4/22/09
Next Bus
Want to know when the next bus or train will arrive. No need to try to figure this out. Get the information now in real time.
4/21/09
Microsoft Folder Share
Need to Sync your folders constantly. Use Microsoft free folder share and enjoy your files every where you go for free.
4/20/09
ClamWin Portable Antivirus
Have a flash drive and seeking an antivirus software to protect your portable applications. Here comes another favorite antivirus coming to your rescue.
4/19/09
Portable Routers
This is a new break through technology makes a router portable. Depending on the product and model, some devices like Sprint's portable router, lets you connect up to four users / computers.
Other Travel Router
Other Travel Router
4/18/09
Handbrake
This open source software does a great job ripping any video source. Now importing a video source is as simple as 1,2,3.
I am just glad that the French still don't give a .......
I am just glad that the French still don't give a .......
4/17/09
Like AnyDVD then look at DVD43
It does the same thing as AnyDVD but the catch is that it's free. So before you cough up the bucks to purchase a license copy of AnyDVD. Give DVD43 a try. javascript:void(0)
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