Technology Problem Summary. When attempting to open a file or save a file and select a location, choosing the drop-down list of available folders may result in a message that states, “Initializing the root folders to display.” This will slow down the operation of the computer. Problem Solution. The problem is probably caused by the… Continue reading Microsoft Office Word Initializing the Root Folders to Display Message Slow Response When Opening to Browse Files
Author: Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson is a freelance writer and tech consultant in Iowa City. He is also the founder and Director of the ResourcesForLife.com website. Learn more at AboutGregJohnson.com
Mozilla Thunderbird Leave Email Messages On Server Configuration Setting
Technology Summary. If you are using an email client (software program) to access your email messages such as Outlook, Outlook Express, Windows Mail, or Thunderbird, it is helpful to leave email messages on your email server if you are accessing email from two different computers or if you intend to be on vacation or otherwise… Continue reading Mozilla Thunderbird Leave Email Messages On Server Configuration Setting
Mozilla Thunderbird Configure to Reply Above Original Email Message
Technology Summary. By default, Mozilla Thunderbird is configured to begin your reply below the original email. Follow these instructions to change the setting: From the Tools menu choose Account Settings. Your email service/server name should be listed on the left with various setting categories below it. Click on Composition & Addressing. Select the option “Automatically quote… Continue reading Mozilla Thunderbird Configure to Reply Above Original Email Message
Including a Draft Reply in Outgoing Personal Emails to Save the Recipient Time
Effective Living Summary. Below is a sample of a new method of drafting outbound emails. By including a draft of the person’s reply, they would save time. The sample below is an example of what could be sent out. * * * Your Easy Reply: Greg, Yes, you’re right! It actually works, and saves time.… Continue reading Including a Draft Reply in Outgoing Personal Emails to Save the Recipient Time
Trailguru User Guide and Help Instructions for Support and Time Zone Adjustment
Technology Summary. The Trailguru system (example) is a very nice online automated GPS mapping system that interfaces with the Apple iPhone using a simple application. This page contains instructions for the basic use of Trailguru. More information is available on the Trailguru help page and in the Trailguru discussion forums. Adjusting Time Display for Your… Continue reading Trailguru User Guide and Help Instructions for Support and Time Zone Adjustment
Super Efficiency Upsourcing Cost Effectiveness in Virtual Organizations and Businesses for a Zero Monetized Society
Effective Living Summary. We’re all familiar with the idea of some automobiles providing very poor fuel efficiency and others being very fuel efficient. In the near future, through improvements in fuel use, and by using alternative fuels and energy sources, it might be possible for a vehicle to travel 1000 kilometers (620 miles) for what… Continue reading Super Efficiency Upsourcing Cost Effectiveness in Virtual Organizations and Businesses for a Zero Monetized Society
Resources For Life News 200902
Resources for Life – News 200902 | 28 February 2009 | Saturday Dear Friend, I know that time is precious for everyone these days, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time for this message is about 4 minutes. Feel free to reduce your reading time even more by skipping over… Continue reading Resources For Life News 200902
Small House Society News 200902
Small House Society – News 200902 | 28 February 2009 | Saturday Dear Friend of Smaller and Simpler Living, I know that time is precious for everyone these days, so I’ll try to keep this update short. The approximate reading time for this message is about 3 minutes. Feel free to reduce your reading time… Continue reading Small House Society News 200902
Personal Update 200902
Gregory Paul Johnson – Personal Update 200902 | 28 February 2009 | Saturday Summary. There’s not much new to report this month, other than an update in the health category. I recently began using a personal Trailguru page to track my various forms of travel (walking, bicycle, and car). The page is updated from my… Continue reading Personal Update 200902
ATI Radeon HD 3450 Limited Video Screen Resolution to 1024 x 768 for Dell Vostro 420 Requires CATALYST Control Center Change
Technology Summary. You may notice a limitation of 1024 x 768 when setting the screen resolution for a Dell Vostro 420 with the ATI Radeon HD 3450 video card. This may also be a problem for other video cards. It may be necessary to use the ATI CATALYST software to resolve the problem. In the… Continue reading ATI Radeon HD 3450 Limited Video Screen Resolution to 1024 x 768 for Dell Vostro 420 Requires CATALYST Control Center Change
Andy Small – The Video Center – Media Production and Foreign Video Transfer Conversion Services of Iowa City
Effective Living > Technology > Video Summary. For many years, Andy Small has been operating The Video Center in Iowa City offering media and video production services in the Iowa City area for weddings and public events. Services. The Video Center in Iowa City provides video transfer services from standard VHS Tape in NTSC or… Continue reading Andy Small – The Video Center – Media Production and Foreign Video Transfer Conversion Services of Iowa City
Apple Keyboard Key Combinations for Sleep Logout Restart Shutdown Control Option Command
Effective Living > Technology > Apple Summary. The Apple Operating System provides quick keyboard combination for putting the computer to sleep, logout, and shutdown. They are: Logout: Shift+Command+Q Shutdown: Control+Option+Command+Eject Sleep: Option+Command+Eject Restart, Sleep, Shutdown Dialog Box: Control+Eject The Apple website offers a complete list to Apple Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts.