And who says technology is cold?

Conventional wisdom says that people who spend time on the computer in chat rooms and on listservs are isolated from others.

In today's Oprah show, she interviews a lady who lost a whopping 530 pounds!

What gave Nancy the push she needed? She started connecting with others in political chat rooms using a computer her sister gave her as a gift.

For more of Nancy's inspiring story,
click here.

Googling for Bargains

As you do your Christmas shopping, here's a quick way to search Google for bargains.

On Google, type in the item you are seeking and the price range, hit your enter key and Viola!

Here's an example: to find laptops in the $200 to $500 price range, type:

Laptop $200..$500.

Audit your PC

Ever wondered what software you have installed on your PC? If so, you have you are not alone.

The no-cost software provided by Belarc.com, the Belarc Advisor, will give you a detailed profile of all the hardware and software installed on your system.

According to Belarc, "all of your PC profile information is kept private on your PC and is not sent to any web server."

For additional information, please visit
belarc.com.

PowerPoint Tip - Pause Slide Shows

Version 2003


While running a Microsoft PowerPoint slide show, you may want to temporarily turn the screen off so that the audience focuses on you.

Type B to turn the screen black, or W to turn the screen white.

Press Esc to resume the slide show.