Monthly Archives: July 2011

They’re Ruining WiFi

I get a lot more done during the day if I go somewhere than I do if I stay home. So, I’m pretty familiar with all the WiFi spots near me. I know which ones have a good/strong signal, which … Continue reading

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Google Search Features

Google has some powerful Search Features for a wide range of applications. Everyday tools like weather Reference tools like unit conversion Keyword tools like synonyms Local tools like movie showtimes Health tools like poison control Trip tools like flight schedules … Continue reading

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Advanced Searching in Google

Some sites are so chock full of information, that it’s difficult to find certain topics even within the site. Google’s Advanced Search can help. I wanted to see what Lifehacker said earlier this week about the Agenda app for the … Continue reading

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Excel Tip: Counting Weekdays & Today’s Date

Problem You are setting a deadline or goal and need to know the number of weekdays between any two dates. If you have a 12-month calendar handy, you could count the weeks and multiply by five. But, when you try … Continue reading

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SGAL: Serial Commas

I’m starting a new “series”: The Style Guide According to Lori (SGAL). The topic for this first edition is the Serial Comma. In general, there are a few style/grammar rules that do not make sense to me. While I would … Continue reading

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