Tag Archives: edtech

Efficiency Tip #65 – Shift-Delete

Posted on June 28, 2007 by Alvin Trusty

Deleting a file can take a while. 1 – Select the file. 2 – Delete the file. 3 – Yes – I do want to delete the file. 4 – Right-click the Trash can and select Empty Recycle Bin 5 … Continue reading →

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Efficiency Tip #64 – Network Properties

Posted on June 27, 2007 by Alvin Trusty

Today, it is rare to find a computer not connected to a network.  Keep your network properties in view all the time by placing its icon in the notification area. To do this, go to Network Connections in the Control … Continue reading →

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Web 2.0 Backpack: Web Apps for Students

Posted on June 26, 2007 by Alvin Trusty

It looks like it is already time to start thinking about going back to school.  Here is a nice list of student applications using web 2.0 technologies. Web 2.0 Backpack There are quite a few on the list I have … Continue reading →

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Efficiency Tip #63 – Volume Control

Posted on June 26, 2007 by Alvin Trusty

On my desktop computer I use the volume knob on my speakers to control the sound level.  On my laptops I can’t do that.  For quick access to the volume I have placed the volume icon in the taskbar.  To do … Continue reading →

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Efficiency Tip #62 – Take A Picture

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Alvin Trusty

It will last longer.  Last year I was installing a new video card into my computer.  The instructions said that I should write down the serial number printed on the card before installing the card inside my computer because the number was needed during … Continue reading →

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