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My “Pick” for today is this large screen HP 17-cp2199nr 17.3 inch Laptop.
I love the large 17.3 inch screen on this machine and it’s a good overall value for the money.
Click here to check out the HP 17-cp2199nr 17.3 inch Laptop at Amazon.
Did you miss (or want to revisit) one of my earlier picks? You might find it right here.
Today’s POTD features a cute little squirrel that has apparently been finding plenty to eat. I hope you like it.
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I’m sure you’ve seen those commercials on TV where an overly excited (and extremely well paid) pitchman extols the virtues of a great new widget.
You know, the one that’s guaranteed to make your life better “or we’ll give you your money back!“?
Whether it’s the awesome “liquid rubber in a can”, the amazing “twist-o-matic kitchen utensil” or some other “this widget will so change your life” thingy, the pitches are usually pretty much the same: [Read more…]
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One of the things I like most about Microsoft Windows is the ability to create shortcuts on the Windows Desktop that simplify the execution of common tasks.
For example, I find myself creating a lot of System Restore Points on my PC so I created a handy desktop shortcut that creates a new Restore Point every time I click on it.
This particular shortcut makes it easy for me to quickly create a Restore Point at any time without having to wade through a series of menus. [Read more…]
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Back in my school days I usually did quite well at taking tests. I guess I was blessed with that gift.
Some people are just better at taking tests than others, and it really has little, if anything, to do with intelligence (or even preparation).
I remember several major tests and exams on which I ended up receiving higher scores than friends who I thought to be a lot “smarter” and better prepared than I was.
All of the above being said, the results of a research study headed by a Mr. William Poundstone indicates that there are tricks (statistical and otherwise) that can help anyone do better on most any test. [Read more…]