Can You Pay For Affordable Reseller Web Hosting?

There is affordable reseller web hosting that can be found but you have to see if it is right for your site and can they give you the options you need, or are they just cheap? There are many affordable reseller web hosting options out there but you must determine your budget for the hosting and see if you can then find affordable reseller web hosting that will be right for you.

Your Budget

The question is, how much can you afford to spend on a hosting account? As is the case with anything, you get what you pay for. There is affordable reseller web hosting that can be purchased for as little as 1.95 a month but will they be there for you when there is a problem. Many of these affordable reseller web hosts are small and do not turn much of a profit. They also tend to have not been in the business very long. A good way to check on how long a certain affordable reseller web hosting business has been around is to enter their domain name here: http://www.networksolutions.com/whois/index.html. The Registration Date field then will show you when the domain name was registered and how long they have been around.

There are good affordable reseller web hosting options

Not all of the affordable web hosts are bad. There are many affordable reseller web hosts that have happy clients and have a good track record when it comes to things such as customer service and reliability. There are good programs out there that can be had at a discount price and still be reliable. There are many affordable reseller web hosting options in the 6.95 a month price range. And there are some that are in the 3.95-4.95 a month price range that are reliable. But by judging the posts on online communities like WebHostingTalk sometimes going with the cheapest affordable website web hosting option does not pay in the long run.

The main thing is to look into the your specific needs because there are reliable and affordable reseller web hosting options that will be the right fit for you.

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11 Effective Home Remedies for Common Cold

Read this article to know the best Home Remedies for Common Cold. First of all let me tell you what is Common Cold?

Common Cold is the inflammation of the upper respiratory tract which is caused by viral infection. This is a very general problem which affects people mostly during monsoons. Common cold viruses cause inflammation of the upper respiratory area, which results in the variety of symptoms.

Common cold infections are so prevalent that there can be very few people who break out the infection each year. More than 200 diverse viruses are known to cause the symptoms of the common cold.

Common Cold Symptoms

The main symptoms of common cold are Runny nose, Sneezing, Tearing, Blocked nose, Sore throat, Cough and Headache.

Here is a list of some useful Home Remedies for Common Cold:

Home Remedies for Common Cold:

1) Dilute lime juice with honey to drink is the top application in cases of common cold attacks and this remedy is also fine Home Remedy for Common Cold.

2) Normal intake of Gooseberry in the winter season helps to boost body immunity against attack of common cold and cough.

3) Peppermint tea may also benefit during the common cold.

4) Ginger: (Zingiber officinale) Ginger extracts taken numerous times a day is a superb Home remedy for Common Cold and to treat coughs that accompany common colds.

5) The roots of the bitter gourd plant are used in folk medicine to treat a cold. A teaspoon of the root paste, mixed with an identical amount of honey or tulsi leaf juice, given once every night for a month, acts as an excellent medicine for colds. This is another effective Home Remedy for Common Cold.

6) In a cup of milk boil 1 tbsp of pepper powder with a pinch of turmeric. You can add some sugar for better taste. Drink this mixture once a day for three days.

7) Garlic soup is an old Home Remedy for Common Cold to reduce the harshness of a cold, and should be taken once daily. The soup can be made by boiling three or four cloves of chopped garlic in a cup of water. Five drops of garlic oil mixed with a teaspoon of onion juice, and diluted in a cup of water, should be taken two to three times in a day. This has also been found to be very useful in the common cold treatment.

8) For dry and stuffy nose, try usual saline or salt water nasal drops made by adding 1/4 teaspoon of table salt to about 4 ml lukewarm water. Make a fresh solution each few days keeping it in fridge. Use a clean dropper to fill 1 to 2 drops in each nostril about 3 to 4 times daily for common cold .

9) Lemon can be used successfully to treat common cold, as it raises the body resistance. Take one glass of warm water and pour some limejuice and a tsp of honey in it and take this once or twice daily. This is a good Home Remedy for Common Cold.

10) A tablespoon of carom seeds (ajwain) crushed and coupled in a muslin cloth and can be inhaled whenever nose is blocked.

11) 3-4 tsp onion juice with 3-4 tsp honey taken daily avoids cold.


Dr John Anne is an ayurvedic doctor having years of experience in the field of Ayurveda and Alternative medicine. Find out more Home Remedies for Common Cold at http://www.natural-homeremedies.org/Aubry Blog88653
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Checking Computer Security

Many people wonder whether or not their computer is secure. They fear that someone might be looking through their files, copying, altering, or erasing them. They are uneasy about the thought that someone might be monitoring their every move in cyberspace. These concerns come to mind when reminded of the problem of hackers, viruses, and other security risks that abound in the Internet. Fortunately its easy to prevent these problems by following a few simple tips.

Update

Perhaps the most important step for computer security is to keep it updated. Install the latest critical updates and service packs from Microsoft's download center. This is made easy by configuring the system to utilize Automatic Updates, if available. If not, updates can be downloaded directly from Microsoft's download center. Currently, Service Pack 2 (SP2) is the most current Service Pack for Windows XP.

Firewall

The easiest way to increase the security level of a computer is by using a firewall. Firewalls monitor all activity that occurs on a connection between one or more computers. They act as a wall with one or more computers on one side, and one or more computers (usually the Internet) on the other. Information transfer by suspicious programs are immediately cut off, preventing them from entering the protected side of the firewall. This way denying access to anything coming from unauthorized and unknown sources prevents possible infection by viruses, worms, and other malicious codes.

Anti-Virus and Anti Spy-ware

Even if a computer is protected by a firewall it is still necessary to use anti-virus and anti spy-ware. This is because a firewall only prevents unauthorized outside access, and cannot distinguish between malicious and benign access. It is still possible to inadvertently make a request for information that is harmful, which the firewall views as an authorized transfer. Anti-virus and anti spy-ware provides another layer of armor for a computer, making it harder for hackers and their malicious programs to penetrate and control a computer. Some well-known anti-virus programs include Norton, Trend Micro PC-cillin, and McAffee. Anti spy-ware programs are also important as they reduce the chances of spy-ware getting into a computer. Spy-ware behaves differently than viruses, making it necessary to use different programs to catch it. Spy-ware can monitor any activity a computer infected with it performs, or even act as a gateway to download additional spy-ware or viruses. Hackers typically use spy-ware to obtain important information that must remain confidential like credit card numbers, social security numbers, and police records.

Protect Home Networks

It is possible for a computer owner to be unaware they are using a network at home. If more than one computer shares the same Internet connection or if wireless Internet access is being used, a home network is present. Securing a single computer is not much use if it is part of a network. The whole network must be protected as well to prevent malicious software from simply hopping from computer to computer to avoid attack. Different kinds of home networks face different kinds of risks. In the case of a wireless connection, anyone within the broadcast range of the network may be able to look at any data contained within the network.

Most networking devices employ their own security mechanisms. Using this in combination with security defenses installed on each computer's should provide enough protection to thwart attempts from hackers to hi-jack the network and use the computers connected to it. Most routers function as Network Address Translators (NAT) which makes them a safe connection to the Internet.

While no measure can guarantee total immunity from attack, these steps should increase the security of a computer or network enough to protect against any typical attack.

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Circling The Sunday Paper Classified Real Estate Ads Seemed Futile With Their Bad Credit-Then It Happened

After shoveling for a solid three years to get out of the debt hole they had created, Allen and Monica were making some progress. In a full effort to put their past credit history behind them there was still some nagging credit issues to get handled before they would be considered to have taken the full cure.

Weekend overtime, extra hours, daily overtime plus part time work resulted from the pact that Allen and Monica had made with each other three years ago. That every evening it seemed so hopeless. Laying out all the bills on the kitchen table and working a plan tied to a budget as laid out by one of the top radio financial specialist they made the commitment to turn their situation around. They agreed that bankruptcy was not an option they wanted to consider. They agreed and reaffirmed that they had made the debts and wanted to pay every penny. It seemed like a long time ago that the plan was put into play. So much had been missed but so much had been gained. Due to the distance that Allen and Monica had traveled, their credit scores had risen from below 500 to just over 580. Just six month ago in the then red hot real estate market, their efforts to buy a house were rebuffed by the experts who told them to rent another year and save 10% for a down payment. In the middle of their credit repayment plan, there was no way a requirement to save and put down $25,000 in cash and pay all the closing costs plus the escrow and reserves.

Like clockwork, every Sunday morning, after taking this one precious day to sleep in till 10:00 AM, Allen retrieved the morning paper and went through the sections carefully separating them for Monica until he found the real estate classified ads. This exercise acted as a means to keep their sanity and justify the brutal work schedules and personal denials necessary to stay on point and dig out of their deep financial hole. A part of their joint pact was to earnestly seek to buy a home so that they could start raising a family as a reward and the final payoff for their work out plan on the paying their heavy debts. Allen had done this so many times it seemed like a structured ritual. First the area of homes they wanted to live was noted. Next, the index finger of the left hand started moving down the columns with the blue pen at the ready in the other hand. Allen and Monica could now almost write the ads. This had gone on for the full three years. Allen didnt really know what he was looking for but theorized that when he saw something he would know it. Allen and Monica had paid their rent on time for the last three years. They had paid $1,400 per month for the rent of a small home. At the completion of their pay back plan they would free up some $1,800 per month. They were just 10 months away from meeting their goal.

Allen and Monica had been reading the real estate market was softening but every time they spoke with a listing agent they seemed to be rigid and inflexible as if they were still living in the red-hot market that existed six months ago. Getting so close to their goal, Allen and Monica were getting pumped by getting so close to their eventual goal. They realized it was still going to be tough with little money available for a down payment but knew their monthly nut was going to down substantially with all their credit cards and installment debts would be wiped out. Allen and Monica, unlike many couples, had gotten even closer through their mutual sacrifice and in their spare time were developing an online business plan that they might rollout down the road when start up capital might be applied. The three years had prepared them to do careful planning and research to make sure they were on sound footing when they did not have to work weekends and second jobs. It was a labor of love and gave them both great options.

Allens left index finger was on it, but he couldnt believe what he was reading in the ad. He flipped the front page over to make sure it was the correct date. It would have been a cruel joke. There it was an ad that said: Got a job and can afford a reasonable payment-call now and start packing. The agent gave his name, company and phone number and it closed with the statement: Your creative real estate specialist with good or bad credit. Allen quickly circled the ad and showed it to Monica. They looked at each other with big grins. Monica handed the phone to Allen knowing what the end game entailed. Allen called the specialist hoping it was true but anxious to find out if it was another dead end. Monica looked from across the room not wanting to hear yet another disappointment. Allen was on the phone with Mr. Creative for ten minutes. Allen and Monica had already determined that they needed three bedrooms, two baths, with a two- car garage in the area they had called and targeted. They had a budget established of a payment of $1,850/month made all possible with the debt reductions. Allen got off the phone and explained that Mr. Creative made a conference call with a mortgage broker and to determine what was possible. Allen and Monica had been monitoring their credit score and knew it first hand. They used this to keep track of their progress of credit debt payoffs. Allen got off the phone with a smile and told Monica, were going to look at a house. Monica was shocked. She couldnt believe it. Monica asked Allen if he had told them all about their situation and the fact they had little money saved. Allen confirmed to Monica that he had and it was still a go.

As Allen and Monica rolled up to the home they were surprised that it had a lot of curb appeal but needed paint and landscaping. It was what they were looking for. They didnt mind a little work. It would be a cakewalk compared to what they had been through the past few years. The mortgage broker was with Mr. Creative and remained in the kitchen as Allen and Monica slowly toured the home and began the mental game of imagining themselves in the home. As they came back to the kitchen Allen posed the question to the two knights, Well, we like it, now what? Mr. Creative, whose name as it turns out, was really Tommy and the mortgage brokers name was Richard. Tommy, explained the owners had moved out of town and bought another house and needed to sell the home ASAP and was willing to do whatever was necessary to make it happen. It needed to be sold yesterday. Richard explained that with their credit situation they could get a 95% Loan To Value subprime loan which was 5 year fixed ARM loan with a 40 year term. The rate would be 8.25%.

Tommy chimed in that the taxes were $2,600 or $216.67/month and hazard insurance was being quoted at $2,350 or $195.83/month. Richard explained that with a current list price of $195,000 the 95% loan would be $1,322.94/month on $185,250.00 plus $216.67 in taxes and $195.83/mo. in hazard insurance for a total payment of $1,735.44 on the 95% portion. Tommy jumped in with the fact that the seller was willing to hold a 5% Loan To Value 2nd mortgage of some $195,000 x 5% = $9,750 which could be paid at $118.29 over a ten year period with a five year balloon at 8%. The total payment would then be $1,735.44 plus $118.29 on the second for a total debt service payment of $1,853.73/month which was within their budget and they felt like they could handle it. Richard further explained that Tommy had already worked it out with the seller to pay all the closing costs, prepaids and escrows so the Allen and Monica could walk into this situation with the price of an appraisal. The small savings they had plus a bonus would count for two months in housing reserves. Richard explained that this was a band aid loan with a five year clock and went on to reason by that time, they would be able to refinance and get a much lower rate with one loan. The comparable sales were about 10% higher and with a little fix up the price should be right up with the rest of the neighborhood. Allen and Monica were taken aback. They couldnt believe that this whole thing was possible. After a 30-second discussion, they told Tommy and Richard to make it happen. Richard went on line and hooked up with a network connection and logged in the loan with input from the soon to be new homeowners. After 20 minutes, Richard had a prequal approval. In the meantime, Tommy was talking with the sellers and used his laptop to write up and offer on a writing tablet computer and e-mailed the offer to the sellers. With the verbal approval, Allen and Monica floated out the door not believing what just had transpired. They had banged on so many doors and none had opened, until today. This was a special Sunday where they found a Tommy, a Richard and a seller willing to help them even with challenged credit. All the stories are not on late night TV. Its happening all around the country. Reach out and touch someone. This is a buyers market with great deals available. Buying cycles do not last forever. If in the market, act now.

Dale Rogers
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Home Equity Lines Of Credit For Starting Your Own Business

All the initial steps for starting your own business can easily be financed with the funds obtained from a home equity line of credit and the flexibility for repayment will provide you with the ease you need to concentrate specifically on your business instead on repaying the loan.

The characteristics of home equity lines of credit are perfect for this purpose.

In this article we will analyze the concepts of home equity and home equity lines of credit and explain why these particular lines of credit are perfect tools for starting new businesses and what the benefits that these financial products provide are.

Defining Equity

Equity is the difference between the current value of your property and any pecuniary obligations that it is guaranteeing. These obligations can be liens, mortgages, etc. The amount of available equity is obtained by subtracting the amount of the outstanding obligations to the valuation price of the property.

Thus, if you own a property that is worth $120,000 and your current mortgage balance is around $70,000 that means that you still have $50,000 of available equity on your home that you can use for obtaining a loan or line of credit and use it for any purpose you can think of. Following we will analyze home equity lines of credit for starting businesses.

Lines Of Credit for Businesses

Lines of credit are revolving sources of funds that can provide you with all the finance you need for starting a business if they are based on sufficient equity. The idea is that you are granted credit up to a certain amount limit which is guaranteed with your home equity. In the above example you would count with up to $50,000 on your line of credit to start your own business.

There is no need for you to withdraw the whole amount and as long as you dont request money, the line of credit wont generate interests. Youll only have to pay a small maintenance fee.

Moreover, say you withdraw $10,000, the interest rate will only be charged over that $10,000. Once you repay the amount, it will stop generating interests and you can withdraw that amount or any amount up to the credit limit whenever you want.

As regards repayment, it is also very simple. You will only be required to repay a minimum amount every month, just like with credit cards. This minimum almost always consists on the interests and sometimes a small portion of the principal. This provides you with a lot of flexibility.

When starting a business you cant be suffering pressure from lenders because you need to concentrate on generating income rather than repaying a loan. Thus, home equity lines of credit provide you with all the finance you need and dont asphyxiate your business with high monthly payments.

Once your running business generates enough income for you to cope with higher payments, you can start repaying the principal at your best convenience. Moreover, you can easily fix the interest rate (that is otherwise always variable) and turn the home equity line of credit into a home equity loan.

Jessica Peterson writes financial articles for http://www.Yourloanservices.com where she shares her knowledge about how to get money for a starting-up business, consolidating any kind of debt, repairing a home even with a bad credit history and more.Catlee Blog92444
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Power Dust Removal Tools

With rapid commercialization coupled with growth in industrial, transportation and infrastructure, the pollution levels are rising at an alarming rate. One of the worst effected is the air be breathe. Dust is a major irritant, causing serious respiratory problems. The only answer to these problems is installation of dust removal equipments at domestic, commercial and industrial establishments.

Dust removal tools help clean the air of dust. Power dust tools are mainly of two types, the ones that remove the dust and others that filter the dust out. These equipments range from handy domestic vacuum cleaners to industrial air cleaners and equipments.

Depending upon the application, dust removal tools come with various RPMs (from 500 to 1500 RPM) and can range between .5 HP to 1 HP for domestic use and from 1 HP to 5 HP for industrial use. Selection of the power (HP) depends on the area and the volume of the place of use and dust levels. For example, an electronic warehouse will require a lesser capacity dust removal tool than a cement stock point of the same size as the dust in the later is far higher than the former. The motors can range from single to triple phase motors and adequate considerations and provisions for power should be made before selecting the model. Most dust removal tools operate automatically, running anywhere between 10 to 25 times an hour, a factor determined by the dust levels.

Multi-speed power dust removal tools help to optimize power consumption as you can control the speeds between high and low dust levels during different times of the day. The dust collection efficiency ranges from 90% to 99% and most of the power dust removal tools can collect dust particles of 1 micron. This is a very important factor as micro particles are known to cause allergies and asthma.

Power dust removal tools contain dust collection filters and bags that must be regularly cleaned and disposed to maintain dust levels at permissible limits and maintain standard power consumption. Enough thought goes into the aesthetics of the dust removal equipments as they come in sleek size and shape, considering their capacity and most come with remote controls for added convenience. Some recent power dust removal tools come with timer facilities and are also programmable.

Milwaukee, Delta, Porter-Cable and Jet/Powermatic are some of the major manufacturers of power dust removal tools. For more information you can visit Power Tools Mall. Remember, it is your responsibility to ensure dust-free environment to your family, workers and customers.

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Enjoy Working From Home

How would you like to work from home and make much more money than you do at your current job? It really is possible and I'm living proof! The home based business industry is growing at staggering rates and has become a $427 billion dollar industry!

It is estimated by the year 2025, two thirds of Americans will be working from home.

In today's economy, it has become harder and harder to make ends meet. The cost of purchasing a home has skyrocketed compared to 10 years ago, not to mention, the steep increases in gas, medical care, day care, college tuition, and the list goes on and on. Unless you are fortunate enough to have a fabulous paying job, you are probably falling behind or maybe even giving up on your dreams. The days of stay at home moms seem to be a distant memory to most of us. We have become a generation of latch key kids and fast food dinners with very little energy at the end of the day to enjoy the good things in life.

It doesn't have to be that way. Working from home is much more feasible than you may think. It is very inexpensive to start a home based business. Take for example: drop shipping on eBay, affiliate programs, data entry and so many more. There are many excellent programs that can get you started with very little money and can put a big cash flow into your bank account! Just by working from home you can give yourself a raise with all of the money you will be saving!

Why not put the profits you earn into your own pocket, instead of the pocket of your boss or company? That's what millions of people are doing right now. You don't need to have a ton of money or special skills to start. I started my business with practically nothing and no computer skills at all! I am making an incredible income from the comfort of my home. I can spend so much more time with my family and friends. I left the days of waking up to an alarm clock and rushing through the day far behind me!

It doesn't have to be a dream to have a home based business. You can make it happen if you try. With the right information it really is possible. If you would like to spend more time with your family and doing the things you enjoy, why not give it a try?

Mandy Morris lives in Chicago and is an author living the dream.Cathee Blog75275
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Repainting Your Ceiling As Part Of A Home Improvement Project

Thorough preparation is the key to any home improvement project. If you intend to repaint your ceiling you will need to gather together your tools and materials; ladders, sponges, brushes, paint, thinners, possibly plaster or filler if you have cracks, sealant, masking tape roller, tray, sandpaper and so on.

Before beginning painting you will need to remove any fixtures such as fans and light fittings. You will also need to repair any defects in the ceiling such as cracks, holes, dents or lumps. The ceiling is always a tricky job as it involves constantly reaching above your head and moving your ladders to reach the right place. The light often makes it difficult to see cracks and defects from up on the ladder, which are perfectly visible from the ground.

If the old paint is peeling it will be worth totally removing it before you start to repaint. When you start painting wear old clothes and ensure the floor and any furniture is well covered. You really cant avoid some plaint splashes. Wear long sleeves and goggles when using paint and thinners on the ceiling to protect your skin and eyes. Make sure each coat is totally dry before you start the next. It is easier to miss patches on the ceiling than on a wall so you may need an extra coat for even coverage.

When choosing your paint keep in mind that glossy sheen paints are easiest to keep clean and sheen paints are the most durable. These are generally considered most suitable for hallways and bedrooms, but work equally well on ceilings. Flat eggshell paints work well on ceilings but are harder to clean so if you smoke or cook in the room you are painting this might not be appropriate.

Satin paints are semi-glossy paints that are most suited to kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms and give a more cheerful effect than dull matt finishes. Hues, tints and shades can often give a softer appearance to your ceiling and complement your wallpaper or cabinetry, but you should not exclude brilliant white which will give a very clean bright effect and make your ceiling appear higher.

If painting the ceiling in your bathroom or kitchen, you may want to consider a specially designed paint that will not easily be damaged by steam and will resist the mould that can build up if the ventilation in these rooms does not allow quick drying.

Ken J. Morris continually edits news on information relating to cabinetry and cabinet doors. You can discover his publications over at http://www.kitchen-cabinets-tips.com/kitchen-cabinet-refacing.html and different sources for kitchen cabinet refacing news.Calypso Blog8733
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Solution to the Education Crisis

More than 1.2 million students will not graduate from high school this year (2007) according to a recent report by Editorial Projects in Education. Editorial Projects in Education is a creditable non-profit organization that conducts extensive research to help raise the level of awareness about important issues in American education.

We have an educational crisis in the United States. Why aren't millions of parents outraged and taking a stand? Why aren't our leaders, including the President and Congress, making this issue a major priority?

This report by Editorial Projects in Education also provides startling statistics. Many major cities have schools in which less than half of the students graduate. One major city had schools in which almost 75% of the students failed to graduate. This is deplorable and tragic.

Many of our schools are failing to adequately educate our kids at a time when a good education has never been more important. What will the job prospects and quality of life be for students who do not even complete high school? How will employers in the U.S. remain competitive in the global marketplace if this trend continues? These are questions that need to be addressed.

Problems provide opportunities for solutions

In every crisis there are opportunities to make a positive difference. Every problem has a solution. What is a possible solution to the educational crisis? There are many schools and teachers doing a great job educating our students. We need to examine the schools, courses, and teachers that are producing successful results and create models of what is working.

For example, eighty percent of the economically disadvantaged students who graduate from KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) charter schools go to college. These kids from the poorest neighborhoods, who on the average are two grades behind when they start at KIPP, are outscoring students from excellent public schools on national standardized tests.

Many community colleges offer courses in study skills and effective learning strategies. These courses teach students how to learn, identify their best learning styles and skills, set goals and manage their time. These courses are often available to high school students as part of early college start programs.

I came out of retirement a year ago to teach success and study skill strategy courses part-time for a community college. One of the courses I teach is for at-risk students who enter college with two or more deficiencies. Students who take this course graduate at significantly higher rates than those who are not enrolled.

Why are the Kipp schools and many college success strategy courses working? The answer is motivated students who work hard, dedicated teachers and courses which help students identify skills, talents, goals and how they learn best. Students are motivated to learn when they are focused on realistic goals and see the relevance of their education to these goals.

An education should bring out the best in our students, develop their potential and natural gifts and help them to become positive contributors to society. We need to create educational systems which model schools, courses and teachers which have proven track records of helping students to succeed. This is one solution to the education crisis and a way to provide our young people with the education they deserve.

Copyright 2007. Raymond Gerson.

Raymond Gerson has a Masters Degree in Psychology and over 40 years experience teaching career and personal development. He is also a part-time adjunct professor of college study and success strategy courses for a community college. He is the author of five books including, Create the Life You Want. For more information about his articles, books, and other services go to: http://www.raymondgerson.com or http://www.successforcollegestudents.comArlena Blog122
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Rollback Rx The Enterprise Solution

Todays organizations, in their race against time, are dependant on efficient networks of computers that are trouble-free and function seamlessly. They do not want to worry about downtime as a result of having to fix computer problems. If theres an issue with systems, they want to restore computers back to their operational level as quickly as possible, simply because they cannot afford the time loss. Rollback Rx is system restore software is the ideal enterprise solution because it has all the advantages that a business needs to maintain continuity of work.

Enhancing Remote Management Of Computers

Rollback Rxs Enterprise version enables the organization to manage computer repairs remotely. This makes it possible to protect, restore computer settings and recover system files. The network management tools that Rollback Rx provides allow technical support personnel to maintain and manage PCs more efficiently, ensuring minimum or no downtime. This increases employee productivity. Rollback Rx can actually restore client systems to an operational state with just a reboot. It operates by taking snapshots for the client systems, so that system maintenance is made easy and less time consuming. No matter where a pc is located, Rollback Rx can perform a restore, restart or shut down remotely. The various capabilities of Rollback Rx can be scheduled as per client convenience so that disaster recovery becomes very easy.

Components Of The Rollback Rx Enterprise Solution

The Rollback Rx Enterprise comprises of three components the Rollback Rx Enterprise server, the service component, which is the connection between the clients and the administrator console which means the admin console, and clients first log onto a server to interact.

The Administrator console lets the administrators manage the clients who are connected to the server, performing all the maintenance, fixing computer problems, and recovering data, etc. for them. The Rollback Rx client is the client module of Rollback Rx Enterprise. This component resides on client computers, which means Rollback Rx client can be Rollback Rx Standard or Rollback Rx Professional.

The Rollback Rx server and administrator console can be on different computers or on the same computer. The console settings are quite configurable and you can choose user settings, change your password, manage group settings and adjust your console view, as in displaying clients in icons or detailed view, see all clients or just online clients.

All Rollback Rx system restore software comes with a detailed help file which guides you through installation, operation, tips on fixing computer problems and troubleshooting computer repair problems. Rollback Rx literally puts power in the hands of the administrator to restore computer settings within minutes, regardless of how big the problem is.

Jacob Henderson is the technical head of Horizon Data Systems and leading software development firm in the business of Desktop Security and PC performance enhancement software. During his more than 10 years of software development experience in various positions, Jacob Henderson has developed a large number of state of the art software and written numerous articles and reports. Jacob Henderson was one of the core team leaders, that is responsible for the development of user integration features of the flagship product of the Company-Rollback Rx Software.Anica Blog92461
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Online Associates Degree

Associate degrees are commonly referred to as undergraduate degrees. Duration of studies is counted as units or semester credit hours. Each semester has 15 credit hours hence an Associate degree is earned once a student reaches the minimum 4 semesters, equivalent to 60 units or semester credit hours. Associate degrees are generally 2-year degrees, like those conferred at community colleges. Now, associate degrees are available online, allowing you to study whenever or wherever you want.

An associate degree is defined as, An academic degree awarded by community colleges, junior colleges and some bachelors degree-granting colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study usually lasting two years.

The program consists of three parts: general education requirements, major requirements, and electives. Online associate degrees are the same as on-campus or in-classroom associate degrees, but the degree can be taken entirely through the Internet or by distance education.

An online associate degree in business, liberal arts, and other disciplines, is widely accepted for transfer into bachelor's degree programs throughout the country.

Types of Associate Degree Programs:
A.A. - "Associate of Arts" degree
This degree is designed to transfer to a four-year college or university.

A.A.S. - "Associate of Applied Science" degree
Designed to prepare graduates for career entry or job advancement after 2 years of college study. AAS degrees may transfer in whole or in part to 4 year colleges. A.A.S degrees may also be known by occupational specific titles such as Associate in Engineering Technology, Associate in Business, etc.

A.S. - "Associate of Science" degree
Designed to transfer to a 4 year college or university.

Occupational Degree
Also referred to as "applied" degree programs, an occupational degree program at a two-year college is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce immediately following graduation. The primary function is career preparation, however some courses and/or programs may transfer to 4 year colleges.

Online Associate Degrees
Associated degrees available nationwide include disciplines such as accounting, arts and humanities, business and management, marketing, design, graphic design, early childhood development, education, engineering, fire science, health sciences, hospitality management, human resources management, law and paralegal, criminal justice, social sciences telecommunications and technology.

Taking a degree in-classroom, online or by distance learning makes no difference except for the cost, time and place. Other than these aspects, education and programs are common to all of them, although there is less emphasis on an industry-specific competency. An Associate degree is more focused on learning the basic academic discipline, than in specialization.

All associated degrees are available through the Internet, but accelerated online programs make it easier to earn a certificate in less time. Earning an Associate degree also enables students to enter interesting professions, with minimal additional training in the field of electronics, health care and other faster growing occupations.

When you earn Associate degree online, you will not be singled out because yours was distance learning. A certificate for an Associates degree looks the same, regardless of whether it was earned online or on a campus. When you learn online, you will find that you can schedule work, family obligations and fun as well as learning into your busy life. Lectures can be downloaded and listened to at any time. Documents can also be read on the website, and you can turn in your homework assignments by e-mail or fax. Those who want to earn associate degree online but who are not sure how to get started should browse through various programs and locate one that is right. This requires a lot of research, but ultimately it pays off in the form of greater confidence, qualifications, and pay.

This article has been published by Kateri White currently writing on online degree programs topics for our website http://www.onlineuniversitydegreeprogram.info.For more details about the online degree programs, please visit our website. If any mistake found please mail kateriwhite@gmail.com.Abbye Blog28528
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Can You Get A Legal Music Download?

Downloadable, top quality music is a really appealing concept to many people, but many of us want to stay the right side of the law. There are some compelling reasons to download music: it is a great way to check out a track or two from an unknown artist before splashing out on the CD; it offers the downloader unrivaled ease - a few moments after deciding on a track, it is yours. And streaming songs are sometimes available for instant listening.

So what is the deal with the law? Many people will remember Napster being taken to court for encouraging file-sharing for free among peers. This court case judged that people sharing files in this way are breaking the law - the fact that money isn't changing hands and no- one is profiting from it does not matter. Of course file sharing still goes on over peer to peer (P2P) networks (though not via Napster). Interestingly, recent research has shown that P2P is increasingly being used for legitimate file sharing - photos, files and so on - and not just for swapping copyrighted material.

If you want to stay the right side of the law, you should not download copyrighted material from the Internet. But the fact that this practice continues shows how many people think downloading their tunes is the best way to go. So if you want the convenience and ease without transgressing, how do you do it?

There are a variety of ways you can do it. With a decent connection such as broadband you will be able to get access to lots of great music from Internet Radio or from other web sites that play newly released albums - it often happens that the artist and record company has approved the streaming of their recently released albums. Streaming offers you the chance to listen to the album when it is playing but without getting your own copy downloaded. Closer to going to the store and listening to it on the headphones, but in the comfort of your home. Some useful sites to visit are MP3.com, Launch.com (a Yahoo site), search for Internet Radio via Google, or go to http://www.ytube.com. On these sites you can see and listen to music videos too.

So much for streaming, but lots of us want the files on our PC so we can copy it down to our MP3 devices. It is time to look at those sites where you pay to own the tracks you want. Macintosh's iTunes site, designed to get the best from the iPod, is at www.itunes.com - it is the top site at the moment. You are charged ninety nine cents for each song you download, but the quality is excellent and the track is yours to keep.

Other sites are always fighting for this lucrative market, each offering similar but slightly different services. There are many that work on a monthly-fee basis rather than billing by track. And a new and slightly different concept is mercora (www.mercora.com). Here you pay a small monthly fee and share tracks - you broadcast your tracks (you can make like a DJ if you want) whilst you record the tracks broadcast by others. Mercora pays a fee for broadcast rights which makes it within the law.

Most of these sites offer a free trial, so why not give a few a go, pick up some free tracks and decide which service you like best.

Copyright 2006 Tembi Renca. All rights reserved. Tembi Renca's site FRWE Music Download helps locate all sorts of music downloads quickly. Visit her archive of articles: http://www.frwemusicdownload.com/Bee Blog31770
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Wood Furniture Care: Why Sanding Wooden Flooring Can Help

Wooden furniture care helps to keep the furniture looking as good as possible for as long as possible. Sanding may help to keep wooden floorboards looking clean and new so it is certainly worth considering.

Getting wooden flooring in a house can bring so many different benefits, with the most visible benefit obviously being that it can look great in any room.

Many people decide to have either wooden floor boards or wooden laminate flooring in their homes. It could be that you have just got rid of your carpets after many years and realised that the floorboards are not too bad and with a bit of careful restoration they could be used for the room in the house. A lot of people didn’t think that the floor boards they had would look good but by cleaning them up and preparing them, you can either leave them like they are or you can treat them and even paint them.

Sanding Down Wooden Flooring

If you want to keep the floor boards in your house as part of the new look and they are in a bad condition, one thing that you need to do is to sand them down. It can be extremely hard work but by doing this it helps to smooth them down and it can even make them look better too.

The very thought of sanding the floor down can put people off, but it is better than spending lots of money on a contractor doing it for you. If you do not want to do it by hand then you can buy electronic sanders to help you with the task in hand. Whatever method you decide to use, at the end of it you should have nice flat and smooth looking wooden floor boards.

Wooden furniture care is always important and if you have just bought new floor boards or laminate then you will need to take care of them in order to keep them looking good for as long as possible. However something that you should take note of is the state of the floor boards beforehand. Sanding them first may not be a good idea, especially if they are seriously cracked and if they have too many splinters sticking out. If the floor boards are ok to be sanded then you can carry on with the task ahead.

If you are using a manual sander for the first time then make sure that you read the instructions beforehand and take the necessary health and safety precautions too.

Wood furniture care comes in many different forms whether it is looking after pre existing furniture or even new furniture. If you have new wooden furniture, clean it regularly and use the right products for it to avoid causing any damage in the long run.

Adam Peters enjoys writing about decorating styles for http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com . A focused website that offers articles on decorating styles, read more here: http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com/magazine/wood-furniture-care.html .Anastasie Blog9068
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The Queen of Soccer - Mia Hamm Biography

Women's soccer never would have been the same if Mia Hamm hadn't started up soccer when she was little. She had such an impact on women's soccer that she is often thought to mean as much for it as Pele or Cruyff meant for men's soccer. But before being a great soccer player and athlete that broke down almost every possible record at her level, Mia Hamm is a great person and I'd like you to meet the human behind the soccer god in this Mia Hamm biography.

If you're like me, you're probably wondering how and when did Mia Hamm start playing soccer and what events drove her to become a super star of women's soccer. Mia Hamm's childhood circled around sports and athleticism and as her brother recalled, she was faster and more athletic than most of the boys on the block, so she was able to play competitively with and against them.

After taking up youth soccer training at her school's football team when she was only 12 years old, she learned the basics of soccer and started enjoying the sport more and more. Little did she know that three years later, when she was just 15, she would be called up for the United States national womens soccer team, becoming the youngest player ever to play for her country at that level (one of her first broken records).

That was kind of a weird situation, since Mia Hamm was a soccer player for her national squad but didn't have a fully professional playing contract with a club. But after seeing her performances, the North Carolina Tar Heels quickly signed her and they made quite a deal, since Mia Hamm stayed with the club for 4 seasons, scoring over 100 goals during her time here.

Probably one of Mia Hamm's most important accomplishments is that she managed to bring womens soccer to a level close to what men are playing. She is one of the two women named in Peles "List of 125 Best Soccer Players of All Times" and she is a symbol of women's sports throughout the World.

She also holds two FIFA World Player of the Year awards, which she got in 2001 (the first year the trophy was given) and 2002. Unfortunately, she would have gotten a lot more of these awards, but with the World Player of the Year awards being granted for women when Mia Hamm was already nearing the end of her career, she didn't really have a chance to widen her trophy room.

In numbers, Mia Hamm was the United States top goal scorer, with 158 goals in 275 matches, a remarkable record that will probably dust and rust before it is beaten. She scored more goals than any man or woman for her national team, although many soccer specialists will agree that the level of women's soccer is still in an early grade and cannot be compared to mens soccer yet.

She won the Women's World Cup twice, in 1991 and 1999 and also put the US national team through a Gold Medal at the Olympic Games in 1996. All these titles, records and awards make Mia Hamm one of the most important players in women's soccer and the fact that Pele considered to put her on the same list as legendary male players such as Maradona, Cruyff, Platini or Beckenbauer says a lot about the influence she had in the game.

Niv Orlian is the author and the owner of http://www.soccer-fans-info.com a website that provides information on various topics related to soccer such as the history of soccer, rules, famous soccer players, real time news, statistics, and training guides. Brigida Blog51851
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Gaining a Web Presence

Often times when consulting with small businesses, Im asked where do we get started with a website, and will we be able to afford this?

First off, you can definitely afford to have a website (most web designers charge in the neighborhood of $70-100/page for fairly basic pages), and Id argue you cant afford NOT to have a website for your small business. Many potential customers today prefer to research companies and shop via the web, and the boundaries to the audience you can reach is limited only by your imagination. Lets look at how you get started.

Initially, youre going to want to reserve a unique domain name (as in www.yourdomainname.com). Try to think of a name or phrase that is easy to remember. If you can get one to match your company name, thats best. If not, think of a search term someone might use to find the company. For my company, consulting services would be a popular search phrase so including the word consulting in the name was a key. Dont over-think thiskeep it simple, and dont get too cute or fancy with the name.

There are several places you can search for an available domain name including:

Go Daddy
Register.com
Domains.org

Most domain registrars charge less than $10/year per site name, and their sites do a good job of stepping you through the process if youre a beginner. If you come across a registrar wishing to charge you too much, shop aroundtheres a lot of solid competition in this arena.

Ok. Now you have your domain name picked out and registered, but what good is it to have a web presence if nobody can find you? Immediately submit your domain name to the major search engines such as Yahoo!, Google, and MSN. The reason behind this is it takes several weeks to months for them to crawl (inventory) your site. That means you have a little time to get the content for your site developed. Most conventional wisdom suggests developing the content, then submitting to the search engines, but youll be ahead in the game if you submit to the engines right away.

To submit to the major engines, go to their websites and look for a link that says something along the lines of suggest a site or suggest a link. Then follow the links to submit a site for free. Youll have to answer a few questions, but youll be well on your way to helping others find you which is the whole reason youre wanting a web presence right?

Next, its time to develop some content. Id highly recommend hiring a professional to create an appealing and functional site. Most beginning websites done by inexperienced developers tend to lack good navigation, institute poor layouts, and have unappealing aesthetics. Your site doesnt have to be complicated to be appealing and functional. If you wish to develop the main content yourself, have a developer create some template pages complete with basic linking for you to obtain a consistent look and feel for your site. Theres nothing wrong with paying for a site shell and tweaking that shell over time. In fact, thats how most sites are started. Dont expect a web designer to write your website copy for youyou know the most about your company so youll want to drive the bus for that.

Once the content is developed and laid out to your liking, where are you going to put it? Most small businesses dont have the resources to host and support a site internally so that means finding a web-hosting partner. There are tons of web hosting companies out there (do a Google search for web-hosting and select one that appeals to you), but youre going to want to find one that is reliable, provides quality 24/7 customer service, and instructs you how to upload and update your content. The web-hosting company does not have to be local to serve your web pages. If you require internet e-mail addresses for your employees, it might benefit you to find a package that includes a certain number of e-mail addresses with the package. These are rather common. Some other whistles and bells you may want to have included: script handling, database integration, shopping carts, and visitor statistics. The latter is rather important to see how your site is doing and which pages your visitors seem to migrate to the most. Youd pay attention to your visitors if they physically came into your company or store so your website shouldnt be any different.

Voila! You have the very basics of gaining a web presence. Now youre ready to start tackling ways you can optimize your site content along with gaining new visitors and retaining them.

Roger Bauer is Founder and CEO of SMB Consulting, Inc., a Louisville, Kentucky based small business consulting firm specializing in strategic planning, web presence, internet marketing, SEO, technology, and business analysis. To learn more, point your browser to http://smbconsultinginc.com.Bridie Blog37429
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Print Needs Love Too...A Story From A Dallas Web Design Company

Although MAC Advertising and Design focuses on web technology, we also support your print related needs. Your website design should support your printed materials and enhance your marketing program. Without a good brand identity, you will find it difficult to differentiate yourself from competitors. Just as we're invested in branding your online presence, we will do the same with all your printed materials.

In addition to Web design, we specialize in:

Logos and Business Stationary
Presentation Folders & Brochures
CD-ROM Marketing Cards
Multimedia Presentations (web and traditional)
Custom Brochure Design
Newsletter Design
Logo Creation
Annual Reports
Advertisements
Brochures
Business Cards
Stationery Items
Newsletter Design
Point of sale
Signage
Direct Mail Items
Logo Design

MAC Advertising and Design has been in business since 2003 and has produced countless quality Web sites. From lawyer web site design to realtor web site design, we have an in-depth portfolio. Although located in the Dallas area, we are able to offer professional Web site design services anywhere in the United States. MAC is a professional, affordable Web site design Web site design company that offers Web services to businesses nationwide. We are a Web design firm specializing in flash Web design, ecommerce Web site design and HTML Web site designs that are SEO friendly. We are the Dallas Web site company that other Web firm professionals come to. We work with your company to define objectives and develop graphic design objectives for their Web sites and interactive tools to achieve them including bilingual Web site design to reach a broader customer base for your business. Our clients range from realtors to law firms; from construction companies to personal trainers.

MAC Advertising and Design is a premier Web site design company in Dallas offering Web site design and development. We service both small and large companies with custom Web site designs that are affordable for every budget. Web site design and development: Dallas area and nationwide.

We take pride in offering the following Web site design services:

Fast-Loading Web sites
Clear and Clean Navigation throughout
Professional and Custom Web site Design
Excellent Web design satisfaction

Visit and see why MAC Advertising and Design should be your choice for Web site design and development, as well as your other advertising needs.

Call us today at 469-867-9546 or email us at info@macadv.com!

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Auto Tech Schools Versus Community College Programs

Naturally, when you are researching auto mechanic programs, one of your main concerns is cost. To many people, the tuition charged by auto tech schools seems exorbitant when compared with the less expensive programs offered at community colleges. However, as a school that specializes in one area of instruction, an automotive school offers many benefits over a low budget community college program.

For instance, most auto tech schools offer better equipment than community colleges. The reason for this is that community colleges depend on the government for their funding, and as a result are constantly struggling to pay their teachers, let alone stay up to date on equipment for their students. On the other hand, the tuition you pay at an automotive school ensures that the school can provide and maintain state of the art equipment for its students.

Another advantage of the degree programs offered by auto tech schools is superior teachers. Under funding at community colleges also results in underpaid teachers, which usually means that the best and most knowledgeable teachers wont settle for a job at a community college. Also, since an automotive school specializes in their field, rather than offering classes simply as an alternative for non-traditional or non-academic students, they tend to look for teachers who are better qualified to teach their subject.

The curriculum offered by an automotive school is also generally higher quality than those offered by community colleges. Again, this has to do with the fact that auto tech schools specialize in one field. As a result, a school that focuses on automotive training will be able to offer a choice of several different degree programs, including programs for earning Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications. ASE certifications are an important part of the automotive industry, as they demonstrate to employers and customers alike that a mechanic has mastered his or her areas of certification; as such, any good automotive education program will train and test students in the areas of ASE certification.

Besides factors that are directly related to the quality of a students education, such as high quality equipment, teachers, and educational programs, as private institutions auto tech schools can also offer superior student services, such as job placement services. Job placement services in particular are very important, as the primary reason for pursuing an education is to become more qualified for a specific job or career. Auto tech schools tend to have an office dedicated to helping graduates find jobs, and usually have a good reputation with local employers. Additionally, many auto tech schools have long term relationships with local business, meaning that many of these businesses go directly to the school when they are in need of interns or fulltime mechanics. All of these factors help the graduates of an auto tech school find jobs more easily than those who attended a community college.

Saving yourself money by attending a community college program may seem like a wise decision, but in the long run it may have a detrimental impact on your career path. Factors such as the curriculum, teachers, and equipment dictate how much you learn and how well you learn it, while support services for students, such as job placement assistance, help you translate your education into a career. The extra money it costs to enroll in a degree program at an auto tech school may be the difference between a quality education and mediocre training, a career in the fast track or just a job.

Andy West is a freelance writer for VC Tech, The Automotive School. VC Tech offers the latest and most up to date programs available at auto tech schools today. Please visit http://www.vctechnical.com to learn more.Carri Blog71868
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Do Homeschooled Students Qualify for a Good Student Discount?

There is evidence that homeschool students exhibit levels of maturity and responsibility exceeding peers of the same age. Unfortunately, the insurance industry has fallen behind others in addressing the unique qualities of homeschoolers.

Im speculating here, but I believe this is due to the variations in state law and reporting requirements for homeschoolers. It may be difficult for companies to identify the cream of the crop of this group of individuals. Some states require third party verification of a students progress or parents must first secure a teaching certificate before they may homeschool their children. Unlike most other states, Indiana is perhaps the most condusive to empowering parents to educate their own children and the least restrictive in its requirements on them.

My industrys approach tends to be one-size-fits-all. If a company cannot identify a factor that can be applied to all markets (i.e.,. every state in which they do business), they wont bother.

It is encouraging to see a change in this trend. Family-friendly, regional insurance companies like Indiana Farmers Mutual are thinking outside the box and now reward qualifying homeschool students with the same 10% good student minimize their peers in public and private school can obtain.

This is one of many advantages of insuring with a regional insurer such as Indiana Farmers. Because they only do business in Indiana, they are able to address the specific needs of this market. They are not constrained by the one-size-fits-all standard that many national insurers face.

Kudos to you Indiana Farmers. It is refreshing to see such industry leadership coming from an insurance company in Indiana.

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The Top 10 Ways To Improve Your Interview Body Language - Part Two

The following article concludes the top 10 ways to ensure that you show good interview body language. Make sure that all the preparation you do for a job interview isnt in vain. Your body language is key to job interview success.

The final 5 of the top 10 ways to improve your interview body language are as follows:

6) Make sure that your eyes sparkle

Its all very well having good eye contact at your interview, but if your eyes arent looking bright and interested then youre making life difficult for yourself! Make sure that you have a good nights sleep your interview. Remember this is a very important day you need to look your best and have no bags under your eyes! If you want your eyes to sparkle then its worthwhile getting some whitening eye drops. It doesnt cost much but it will work.

7) Be engaged

Its important to be subtly positive at your job interview. You need to demonstrate that youre actively taking part in the interview. When your interviewer is telling you about the job role and company, make sure that you nod subtly. This shows that you are listening and are interested in what they are saying. It shows that your are engaged in the discussion process and want to be part of the organisation.

8) Breathe deeply

One of the best ways to relax before an important interview is to breath deeply. If you breathe deeply, not only are you relaxing by slowing your rapid, nervous heartbeat, youre also ensuring that your brain has as much oxygen as possible. This means that youll be able to think clearly at your interview and be able to respond to difficult questioning more rapidly. Breathing deeply before an interview will provide you with the effective combination of being relaxed and alert at the same time.

9) Accept an offer of a glass of water

You may not feel like a glass of water, but taking a sip from a glass of water can have a calming effect on your interview performance. It can give you an opportunity to collect your thoughts while refreshing you. It will also give you a chance to get used to the surroundings while the interviewer is out of the room getting the glass of water. This will also give youre the opportunity to gather your thoughts and decide upon any amendments to your interview strategy as well as reviewing your prepared responses to questions.

10) Practice your handshake

So many people havent got the right professional handshake. Remember that this is part of the first and last impression that you leave at the interview. If you have a weak, limp handshake then this tells the interviewer that you may not have the ability to deal with confrontation. On the other hand, if your handshake is too strong, then you may not be a good listener. You may be quite confident about controlling a situation, but you may be less likely to be democratic in approach. To demonstrate the happy medium, have a firm but not hard grip, make good eye contact at the same time and mirror the style of the person whose hand you are shaking.

In summary, mirroring is the key. If youre able to subtly copy the tonality of your interviewers body language, youll find it much more easier to communicate because youll be speaking the same silent body language. This will put you streets ahead of the competition in the race for your dream job.

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Distance Learning Schools

If you are seeking a way to improve your financial outlook through higher education, but can't conform to a traditional college class schedule, Distance Learning Schools may be just the ticket you need to achieve your goals. Many working adults prefer the flexibility and pace of distance learning to the rigid structure found at many campus-based schools.

When most people think of Distance Learning, they think of online colleges. Distance Learning is widely available over the Internet, and sometimes through mail-order services as well. The flexible educational path offered by online schools can help students to gain a complete education that can enhance employability and income potential. They also impart necessary technological skills needed for many jobs. Students are able to study in their own environment in their spare time to earn degrees ranging from professional certification to associate, bachelor, master, and doctorate degrees.

Students will find highly skilled professionals teaching extensive classes online, offering the accessibility and freedom that working adults desire while taking college-level courses. Furthermore, instructors at Distance Learning Schools routinely interact with students, providing necessary feedback and individual student assessments. Thus, students can obtain a professional degree or certification in their own homes, at their own convenience, and without the hassles of commuting to class.

Meeting the needs of stay-at-home-parents, working people, and retirees, the courses offered by Distance Learning Schools can easily be completed via a computer with an Internet connection. One needs only to download assignments, listen to online lectures (or read lecture transcripts), study for exams, and complete and submit projects in a reasonable time frame. Most schools require at least 12-15 hours of study per week, but students can spend more time to complete their studies in a shorter period of time.

Because online colleges and universities vary in curriculums, the student should carefully review course guidelines before enrollment to determine which types of certification or degree programs are available. For those needing help with tuition costs, some Distance Learning Schools may participate in financial assistance programs (such as the Pell Grant), and other student loan services.

If you're seeking new skills to start a new career, or you'd like to enhance your personal marketability, or you're simply thirsty for more knowledge, distance learning schools may be a valuable option for you. Whatever the case may be, Distance Learning can provide you with the advantages you need to succeed and achieve overall personal and professional satisfaction.

If you are interested in learning more about Distance Learning Schools and other programs of study, please search our site for more information and resources.

DISCLAIMER: Above is a GENERAL OVERVIEW and may or may not reflect specific practices, courses and/or services associated with ANY ONE particular school(s) that is or is not advertised on SchoolsGalore.

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The Power Of The Grinding Tools

Grinding and polishing activities have become virtually the mainstay in industrial activities. Whether is the elegant floors in homes and hotels or the elegant glass and wood finishes, none is complete unless the wood, stone or glass has been grinded to right levels of shape and angle and polished to put a mirror to shame.

Small and large grinding and polishing activities are easy these days with grinding and polishing tools becoming more power efficient and with multiple options that give you the perfect angles and edges. Most of the modern power grinding and polishing tools are compatible with various attachments, each specific for the material to be ground and polished and the desired finish. These tools are precision equipments that can curve the best shapes out anything, from ivory to granite. The tools are available as angle, straight and bench grinders and polishers and the selection depend upon the material and design being worked upon.

Specific power grinding and polishing tools are available to cater to various requirements. The grinder size ranges from 4 inches to 9 inches. Your requirements determine your choice of speed, torque, and power. Most of the tools run on 5 amp to 15 amp AC/ DC motors of up to 4 HP. They come with a mix and match of clamp nut, side handle, grinding wheel, backing flange, wheel wrench, and guard options. Look for high quality steel and labyrinth protection of the sealed bearings and electrostatic coated motor windings for longevity.

Once you are done with choosing the material, color and theme for the makeover at office or home, make sure you also hire a professional to shape your dream. The professional skills for stone, wood and glass grinding, polishing and fitting is markedly different and any compromise on any of them can actually turn your dream run into a nightmare. Remember to account some damage and waste of material while budgeting.

Bosch, DeWalt, Flex, Grip and Makita offer a wide range of power grinding and polishing tools. Priced from $25 to $200, these grinders and polishers can deliver almost anything. You may also opt for reconditioned tools especially if your use is limited in nature. Websites like http://www.powertoolsmall.com contain comprehensive information about the power grinding and polishing tools. So if you are the one who would rather slip and slide than walk on your way to your office cabin, get a professional to recommend you the right stone, ground and polished for that perfect look and feel.

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Bad Credit Home Mortgage Loan : Why You Should Get One Today

Buying a home is a worthwhile investment because real estate appreciates in value with time. It is also a profitable asset for raising money during emergencies. You might have postponed the decision to buy property for many reasons. May be you did not earn enough or you were wary of mortgages or just that your credit history was less than satisfactory. Even if you had problems with meeting your creditor payments, you need not be deterred from buying property because you could get a bad credit home mortgage loan.

There are several occasions when life throws up surprises or things just do not turn out exactly as you had planned. Illness in the family, layoff at workplace, divorce etc. can have adverse repercussions on your financial planning. Bills would mount as you struggle to find the money to meet them on time. These could be trying and frustrating times when you get subtle and not so subtle reminders from creditors. You could postpone your decision to invest in profitable avenues like real estate. Or you could apply for bad credit home mortgage loan to help you in the process.

Many of the mortgage lenders are usually sympathetic towards borrowers with a poor credit history. They concentrate on three main aspects for bad credit home mortgage loan. First, they study your credit history in detail to understand how you landed yourself in trouble or where your calculations were flawed. Second, they assess the value of the collateral or home that you wish to buy. Then, they match your present and future earnings potential with appropriate discounts for living expenses and other outgoings. They would then have a fair idea of how much you could bear towards the mortgage. This helps them to calculate the monthly payments.

Applying for a bad credit home mortgage loan is easy as the process is transparent and several lenders have personalized advisors to help you. Transactions are completed online. You only need to be careful in reading the fine print regarding any upfront or hidden costs.

Bad credit home mortgage loan comes handy in solving several financial worries. You could buy a house or if you have one, you could either do improvements to it or offer it as mortgage for debt consolidation or a major expenditure like child support.

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Why Do We Have Conflict At Work? The Ubiquitous Position Description

I once applied for a job as a Training Manager in a dynamic and rapidly developing organisation. My application was successful and I was delighted to find out that one of my colleagues whom I got on with very well from my previous organisation (we occasionally had barbecues at one another's homes) had also applied for a job with the new organisation and would be working alongside me. Apparently and unbeknown to one another, we had both applied for the same role as Training Manager. They had liked us both and as they were expanding rapidly, they employed both of us. They designated my role as "Senior Training Manager" and his as "Training Manager". Over barbecue discussions, we both said how much we were looking forward to working together in this new and exciting environment.

A couple of weeks into our new roles, my colleague and I were starting to have some differences, which by the end of three months, had escalated to conflict. Why? We liked one another, got on well together both socially and as work colleagues in our previous organisation and shared very similar views on the role of the training function.

The problem lay in the "how" the training function was to be managed I had my views and he had his. Our new organisation had developed Position Descriptions for each of our new roles, but they were written in "input" terms i.e., how we should do things rather than "output" terms, i.e.., what we were each expected to achieve. As a result, there was major overlap in role descriptions and so our disagreements became "role conflict".

One of the real problems I find with Position Descriptions is that they are often written in Input terms (i.e. what people do) rather than Outputs (i.e. what people achieve). This is often sadly also true for PD's written in KRA (Key Result Areas) terms. The result? People can stick rigidly to what they are expected to do rather than looking at the bigger picture and what they need to achieve for the betterment of their team and ultimately, the organisation. In addition to the potential for role conflict, this can lead to other problems.

For example, in larger organisations, particularly where there is a culture of "rigid hierarchy", use of PDs in this manner invariably leads to conflict and the PD being used as alibi paper when something that should have been achieved, slips through the cracks (even the best written PDs will not cover all eventualities, that is why the focus on outputs is so important). In smaller organisations, use of PDs written in input terms can lead to a feeling of being overworked or "this is not my responsibility" when the person has to do something that is not specifically written into their PD.

The answer to all of this, for both large and small organisations, is to use the PD and in particular the writing of the PD, as a process of agreement between people as to what their output areas are. It is the process of discussing and agreeing on output areas that is critical for effective working relationships, job design and ultimately organisation structure, not the piece of paper that the PD ends up on.

PDs should not be written in isolation by one person, nor should they be written by the HR Department. The HR Department's (or HR person's) role in PDs is to coach, train and facilitate the writing of the PDs by the people who will be doing the actual work.

How do you write effective Position Descriptions that are expressed in output terms? One way is to convert existing PDs. For example, look at the following list of duties from the Supervisor's PD at a large main frame computer centre:

1. Supervise and direct the operations of the computer room in a large scale, multi-mainframe operations environment.

2. Provide on-the-job training aides for operating staff to ensure the standard operations procedures are maintained.

3. Provide assistance in the analysis and correction of systems hardware, software and production failures and/or notify appropriate personnel.

4. Maintain computer usage records and operational logs.

5. Deputise for the shift manager.

All of the above are expressed as "inputs" rather than "outputs" In output terms they could be written as:

1. Supervise and direct the operations of the computer room in a large scale, multi-mainframe operations environment. Would be rewritten as . . .

Mainframe down time is minimal

Quality output standard of data is maintained

All staff meet their performance standards

2. Provide on-the-job training aides for operating staff to ensure the standard operations procedures are maintained. Would be rewritten as . . .

Standard operating procedures followed

Errors are minimised

Problems solved within specified time and quality standards

You may like to try your hand at rewriting 3, 4 & 5!

As you do, you will notice that outputs start to repeat themselves fairly frequently. That's because outputs focus on the results not "how " the job is done. Although "how" is important, it can be stated in terms of standards that must be met and maintained overstating the "how" and breaking it down to a small number of tasks, leaves people with no room for initiative nor decision making and often leads to role overlap or underlap which eventually ends in conflict.

How do we arrive at outputs? Very simply. Just add " . . . so that" to each input and complete the sentence. Or, ask "Why?" of each input and keeping asking "Why?" until the answer becomes an output. For example, "Supervise and direct the operations of the computer room in a large scale, multi-mainframe operations environment . . . so that . . . Mainframe down time is minimal . . . so that . . . Quality output standard of data is maintained . . . so that . . . All staff meet their performance standards" Most PD's written in output terms will have no more than 5 or 6 outputs. For lower level roles, this can rise to as many as 8 10 (although be careful that none of these are or become inputs). The more senior the role, the less number of outputs a manager should have until ultimately the CEO has only one "Stakeholder expectations managed effectively"

Remember as I said earlier, it is the process of discussing and agreeing on output areas that is critical for effective working relationships, job design and ultimately organisation structure, not the piece of paper that the PD ends up on. So make sure the people doing the work are involved in writing the PDs.

Oh, by the way, you may be wondering what eventually happened between my colleague and I. He applied for a role elsewhere in the organisation his old role was not refilled. I and the organisation had learned about "outputs" by that stage. Happy output development!

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Like most of us, Bob Selden has experienced conflict in the workplace on numerous ocassions. As MD of The National Learning Institute, he has written this article in the hope that it helps you prevent workplace conflict. If youd like to share your experiences with Bob, please contact him via http://www.nationallearninginstitute.com.Berti Blog89872
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Earning A Health Care Degree Online Is Possible

Many people enjoy working in the health care field, the career being an attractive one for many reasons. After all, you're helping others, the job opportunities abound and the field of medicine is an exciting one that's developing constantly. A career in health care is an exciting one, with hands-on experience and being personally satisfying. However, individuals wanting to break into the medical world need strong credentials and up-to-date training to have good employment opportunities with hospitals, private practices and ambulatory care centers. Finding that training can be difficult, but there are options available, thanks to technology and a widening recognition of virtual instruction. Obtaining a health care degree online is a smart choice for landing satisfying employment.

Online education is transforming the way individuals receive instruction for top careers. The fields of opportunities are expanding and being able to earn your health care degree online is a perfect example of just how far education has come. Accredited universities and colleges provide high-quality instruction, leading to Bachelors and Masters Degrees that are recognized by employers. The training has a leading reputation amongst hospitals and health care facilities of all kinds, making individuals valuable assets to the medical field.

Obtaining your health care degree online can help with upward mobility on the ladder of success and increase job opportunities in the medical field. Expanding your education can improve communication skills and promote individual value to the mid-level management section, allowing students to respond to ever-widening community diversity. Interpreting and analyzing data as well as identifying human values, moral choices and fundamental beliefs are just part of what a health care degree online can provide to individuals. Courses within this field of online education touch on varied subjects, such as anatomy, legal issues, the aging process and research methods.

There are other reasons why pursuing a health care degree online is advantageous. Education in the virtual world allows students to easily balance studies with employment, meaning that individuals can continue to work and earn income while earning credits towards a degree in their own time. Home life, education and employment blend very easily, allowing students to combine all three areas of their lives without needing to take time off work to study or put off raising children to obtain an education. Also, pursuing an online degree allows individuals to save money on costs of transportation and commuting to educational facilities or having to pay for lodgings on or near a campus.

Employment opportunities in the health care field are continually broadening as the world's population ages. Research and technology allow people to live longer, providing ample careers to those who pursue a profession in the medical field. As our population of senior citizens continues to expand, the needs for skilled professionals able to tend to individuals increases and finding employment is usually easy, for those who have the qualifications and credentials of accredited educational facilities. Top schools and universities have responded to the demands and offer excellent, recognized training to students in a manner that matches the technological revolution of today's computer-based world.

Government offices continually demand high-quality workers and their predictions claim that having solid training is a must for those entering the health care world. Consumers and clients of hospitals, private practices, ambulatory care centers and home health agencies are also asking for better-quality care from those who tend to their needs. The advantages to earning a health care degree from a reputable educational facility are many and the long-term results will provide individuals with solid, satisfying and exciting careers.

Andy West is a freelance writer for Virginia College. Virginia College Online offers many Health Care Degree Online programs. Please visit Virginia College Online at http://www.vconline.edu/site/program.cfm?Program_ID=6 to select the online program that is right for you.Angelle Blog3547
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4 Steps Away From Your Own Website

In the last decade, the Internet has become one of the most important and effective platforms in which to promote yourself and your products. But if youre not an experienced webmaster, getting such a project underway can seem a bit overwhelming. However, this article will show you how such a project can become both a fun and an enriching experience for anybody who wants to create his or hers own website. You will learn how to built and maintain a practical and efficient website for all your visitors to enjoy.

The Plan:

The first and undoubtedly most important, but often forgotten, step is drawing up a plan. In this stage of the process, it is the time to lay out the details of your website project. Of course your website is a work in progress, and you will most likely change many things along the way, but if you do not have a clear idea of the direction you want your project to go in, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the magnitude of such an ambitious project and give it up all together. Here are a few things I strongly suggest you do not overlook when planning for you Internet project:

Give yourself a deadline:

Of course this is not set in stone and there are no consequences for not finishing in time. But it is a good idea to set deadlines in order to maintain some sort of order in your project.

Make a list of people who can help:

We all have that friend or relative who is good with computers or even an old college buddy who has a knack for writing articles. You can ask them if they can help you in any of the aspects of your project.

Make a budget:

How much are you I willing to invest is an important question you must ask yourself at this stage. You will have to do a bit of research at this point. Again, none of the decisions you take on are set in stone, but having a good idea of how much designing your website, registering you domain name or hosting you website will cost is an important part of the first step.

Define your website:

A few questions you should ask yourself at this point are what will the overall theme of the website be and who is your intended public. A good idea for a first website would be to build it around a passion of yours.

Plan the overall look of your website:

Without getting into specific detail, such as logos, pictures or color scheme, it is a good idea at this stage to have a clear idea of what you want your website to look like. Depending on the overall theme and nature of you website, you will have to decide on the look you will want to achieve. For example, a site talking about your favorite sport or television series will not have the same look as a website promoting business related books.


Decide how much time you want to put in:

Finally, in this step you will have to take some time and think about how much of the work you would like to do yourself and how much of it is going to be done by professionals. There are certain aspects of a website that are more time consuming than others, so you will want to spend your time on the things you deem most important.

If youre having problems with this stage, dont get discouraged. Like I said earlier, it is without a doubt the most difficult stage in the process. While you can have professional do things for you in subsequent stages, deciding the overall look and theme of your website is a decision you have to take all on your own.

The content:

The next step in creating a popular website your visitors will consistently come back to is to offer them the information they need through useful and up-to-date content. If you have already defined a clear picture of what your website is about in the first step of the process, you can now easily understand what your potential visitors are looking for. You should also decide at this point, in what way you would like communicate this information. Articles and tutorials are a great way of offering free and compelling information to your visitors.

There are numerous website that offer articles you could use on your website. You can browse through an extensive collection of articles and add them to your website. As long as you follow the guidelines set by the website and the respective authors, you may use these articles on your site as a way to offer compelling content for you readers. There are several of these article directory websites out, such as goarticles.com, easyarticles.com and articledashboard.com just to name a few. It may also be a good idea to write your own articles. This isnt as difficult as it may seem, especially if your sites theme is based on a subject youre particularly passionate about. You may even share your articles on these article directory sites. In return, your article may be published on other websites with an active hyperlink to yours.

You may also have a product to sell or to promote. Even though this part of your website is indented to get you a profit, this does not mean you cant offer any relevant free information to your user. In fact, offering the reader a good and honest review of both the pros and cons of purchasing such a product can be a great way of concluding sales.

Another great way of helping your visitors in their search for answers is by redirecting them to other websites that offer complementary information. You should however note that asking for permission to link to these websites is highly recommended and is the ethical and acceptable way of doing things.

The Design:

Graphic design:

As important as the content is in getting your readers to come back to your site, the graphics and overall appearance of the website is just as important in creating a great first impression. Everything, from the color scheme, the graphics used, such as your logo, to your picture selection all work together toward achieving the look you ultimately want your website to have. The important thing is not to get carried away with the graphics on your website. If you take a look at any corporate website on the Internet, you will notice they have a nice clean look, relying on nicely positioned photos and carefully selected graphics. You should also try to remain fairly consistent in your overall layout. Essentially, every page on you website should look the same. This will maximize your sites usability, allowing visitors to navigate with ease throughout your website.

One option can be to use templates that can be either found for free on the net, or that come with software you may purchase. It should be noted that this will require some form of coding skill to add the content you need for your website. You must also realize that finding a template that perfectly matches your needs may be hard to find, but remains a viable solution for your first website. Now for those of us who want to create a customized website that will suit our requirements, hiring a professional designer is another possibility. Of course, this can cost a considerable amount of money in the long run, especially if you plan on creating more than one website. Therefore, learning how to create simple graphics for your website is a great way of saving money that could eventually be spent more wisely on a good hosting company for example.

Mastering a photo editing program such as Photoshop may take several years, but creating simple graphics such as a logo, a banner or a content box is possible with a little help and practice. A great way of learning to design graphics for websites is with the help of tutorials. You can find loads of free tutorials on sites like tutorialoutpoust.com, pixel2life.com, good-tutrorials.com and many more. With a step by step visual approach, youll be creating beautiful graphics in no time.

Coding:

With your content and graphics now ready, you can now move on to the next step of creating the actual website. You must code everything into a language called HTML (HyperText Markup Language) that Internet browsers can recognize. Now any experienced programmer can manually code HTML using a text editor such as Notepad. You may try your hand at manually coding a website if youre up for a challenge. You may be able to code a simple website using free online courses such as the ones we find at w3schools.com.

Of course, these days theyre exists a multitude of software such as Dreamweaver that can help you program entire websites quicker and more efficiently. Like Photoshop, it may take a while before you get the hang of this program, but you may easily create a simple and appealing website that fits your immediate needs with the help of free online tutorials on websites such as pixel2life.com and many more.


Another option would be to have a professional programmer create a website to your specifications, but again this can be quite costly in the long run. It all depends on your budget and the nature of your intended website. If its a commercial website, you may feel that investing in a designer and programmer may be worth it because there is a possibility you may make the money back fairly quickly.

Get up and running:

At this stage of the process, you are just one step away of realizing your dream of having our very own website. Once your website is ready, it is time to get your pet project out there to the World Wide Web, for the whole world to see.

Web Hosting:
This is the time for you to choose where you are going to put your site. There are multitudes of hosting services available for you to choose from, but it is important to do so according to your requirements. There are many places on the web where you can host your website for free. Of course, there will be some conditions imposed on you in return, such as adding an advertising banner.
If you have an Internet connection, your Internet Service Provider will most likely have a space where you could place your website for free. Although limited in space, this can be a viable second option for your very first personal website. You could also use this space to test out your website. If you plan on operating a commercial and professional looking website, you will have to purchase space from a hosting service. Depending on your needs, there are an endless amount of hosting packages that will be offered to you. The size of your website and the amount of visitors you expect are some of the factors you must consider before signing-up with any hosting service. I recommend using Godaddy.coms hosting service. They offer several packages to choose from, all of which are relatively cheap and reliable.

Domain Name:

This is also the stage where you must register a domain name. Your domain name will be unique name (address) that will best represent your website. A good tip is to keep the name relatively short, so that your viewers will remember it the name next time they want to visit your website. For personal websites, a good idea would be to use your name. As for business related websites, this stage may be a bit trickier because a lot of the best domain names have already been taken. This is where your creativity comes into play. Once youve done your research and have come up with a good name, I once again recommend visiting Godaddy.com and learn more about their offers.

Maintaining you website:

After all that hard work, you finally have your website up and running. At this point in the project, you can take a breather and be proud of what you have accomplished, but you also have to keep in mind that it is crucial to your websites success that you maintain your website. In fact, maintaining your website is perhaps the most important aspects of running a website. Some of the steps you will have to take are: making sure your links remain functional and keeping your content up-to-date. Aside from the fact that frequently updating your websites content will help you with your ranking in search engines; it will also benefit the lifeblood of your website, your users. Offering useful and up-to-date information to your visitors will inevitably keep them coming back for more.

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