Looking for your cookies?

The other day, I went into the local QuickTrip for a quick cup of coffee and I noticed this half eaten cookie, marked down 30% and several questions came to mind. How could they sell this cookie? Who would buy it? Would one eat it after buying it? Computers also have cookies and they represent …

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Easy Mobile Plugin for WordPress

Marketing outreach on mobile devices is nothing new but finding a free, turnkey solution can sometimes be challenge. For the past few months, I have been using a neat WordPress plugin for sending mobile alerts to subscribers. Easy SMS works quite well and is easy to configure and use. Users simply enter their phone number, …

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Free Alternative to Microsoft Office

Microsoft Office is a fine product and is used by millions of users to create spreadsheets, manage email, write letters and create Powerpoint presentations. However, with all that functionality comes a hefty price tag and there are many alternatives to MS Office. For years, I have used OpenOffice, one of the best open source and …

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The dangers of texting while driving (for some)

My lovely wife sent this to me as she knows the dangers of texting while driving as she has been in one texting-induced car accident. NY Times recently rolled out this test and it truly makes you wonder if it’s worth it to text your friends about the latest Judd Apatow movie while doing 75 …

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