Archives for September, 2006

CyberNotes: FileMaker Campus Productivity Kit

FileMaker Campus Productivity Kit is an awesome tool for any college student to keep themselves organized in every way. It's purpose is to help you be more productive so you'll have more time in your life for the things you'd rather be doing. It utilizes five modules with a built in database. Plus, it's free which is why it's our "Free For All Friday" feature!

September 29th, 2006
CyberNotes: FileMaker Campus Productivity Kit

GMail No Longer Needed For Google Talk

The Google Blog just announced that you no longer need to have a GMail account just to use Google Talk. Users will have to sign up and register their email address but after that it is smooth sailing.

September 29th, 2006
GMail No Longer Needed For Google Talk

Google Reader Gets A New Look And Some New Features!

If you use Google Reader to keep track of your feeds, log in and you'll find a pleasant surprise -- a new look!  In addition to the new look are some welcomed features that many have been waiting for.  According to the Google Reader Blog,

September 28th, 2006
Google Reader Gets A New Look And Some New Features!

Vista Themes For Linux

I was playing with Suse 10.2 Alpha 4 today and was trying to get some of the XGL/Compiz working. When I started to search for some documentation I stumbled upon these themes that someone has made to make Linux look like Vista.

September 28th, 2006
Vista Themes For Linux

Songbird Is The Firefox Of Media Players

Songbird has released the "Almost 0.2" version of their media player and it looks like it could be promising. You may think that the last thing we need is another media player but this one will be different.

September 28th, 2006
Songbird Is The Firefox Of Media Players

How To Put The Old 3.5 Floppy Disk To Good Use

The good old 3.5 floppy disk is just about obsolete these days, much like VHS tapes.  I know I have a good stack of them sitting around my house with no hope of ever using them.  There's no need to throw them out with this idea: Turn them into a computer carrying bag. Step by step instructions come from instructables.com if you're serious about using up the unwanted floppy disks.

September 28th, 2006
How To Put The Old 3.5 Floppy Disk To Good Use

Skype’s Popularity Results In Skype "Accessories"

The number of people who use Internet calling services such as Skype are increasing, and along with it, the accessories are too.  For example,  Logitech now has an "Easy Call Desktop" cordless keyboard and mouse option which was designed for those who use the Internet to place phone calls.  The EasyCall Desktop makes it just a bit easier to use services such as Skype because it has an integrated speakerphone, and a headset included to give the convenient hands-free conversation.

September 28th, 2006
Skype’s Popularity Results In Skype "Accessories"

Salary Search Engine – How Much Does A Google Programmer Make?

Ever wondered what a Google Programmer makes in a years time? What about any salary for that matter.  Indeed.com has a salary search that gives you an estimate (key word) of what a salary might be for a particular job in a specific state or city. 

September 28th, 2006
Salary Search Engine – How Much Does A Google Programmer Make?

CyberNotes: Changing Your Firefox Password File

Two files are needed from your Firefox profile in order for someone to easily retrieve your passwords: key3.db and signons.txt. If someone has those two files they will be able to decrypt all of your passwords and view them without any hassle.

September 28th, 2006
CyberNotes: Changing Your Firefox Password File

Microsoft Messenger Released For Mac 6.0

Microsoft has recently released Messenger for Mac 6.0, the first universal application with the capability to run on Intel and Power PC based macs. Overall, it offers the users more choices and customization. With this version, they've integrated the cabaility to:

September 27th, 2006
Microsoft Messenger Released For Mac 6.0