Consumer Defense Summary. You may receive an email that is a desperate plea for help from a friend, colleague, family member, or acquaintance. Before replying, you may want to compare it with the samples below that we’ve received. Many similar emails are sent out from hijacked user accounts of people with email service through AOL,… Continue reading Email Spam Fraud and Hoax From Hijacked Accounts to Send Fake Plea for Help
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Downloading and Installing Simplified Chinese Language Font Support for Adobe Acrobat Reader 10
Summary. Adobe Reader 10 has some support for foreign languages. If you try to open a document that uses a font not already installed, you’ll be prompted to install the font pack required to view the fonts and characters for that language. The Simplified Chinese font pack for Adobe Reader 10 is not easy to… Continue reading Downloading and Installing Simplified Chinese Language Font Support for Adobe Acrobat Reader 10
Small Houses and the Impact of City Housing Codes and Zoning
Housing > Small House Society Summary. The video below presents some insights into the challenge of finding a suitable location for a tiny home on wheels intended to be lived in year-round. As explained in the video, in most cities, small homes on wheels are considered to be the equivalent of an RV or camper.… Continue reading Small Houses and the Impact of City Housing Codes and Zoning
Images of Various Types of Recycling Containers and Stations
Activism > Environment Summary. The key to a successful recycling program is to have many highly visible, easily accessible, and easy to use recycling stations. This page provides photos of recycling containers in use at various business and public locations. This page is helpful for any organization or business planning to purchase and install recycling containers… Continue reading Images of Various Types of Recycling Containers and Stations
Iowa City Business Development and Construction Discussion Panel with Yale Cohn (Video)
Iowa City Summary. Below is a video panel discussion about development in Iowa City. The panel discussion is led by Yale Cohn. (Photo: The Lodge, by Greg Johnson) From the broadcast description, “Greg Delzer, owner of Defunct Books, JoAnn Larpenter Sinclair from GSpot Hair Design, and developer and historic preservationist Mark Mccallum talking about Iowa… Continue reading Iowa City Business Development and Construction Discussion Panel with Yale Cohn (Video)
International Delight Creamers as Milk Flavoring for Instant Snack and Appetite Suppressant
Health > Food Summary. Sometimes a flavorful and fulfilling snack can reduce a person’s appetite and result in fewer calories consumed later. One such treat is the combination of International Delight creamers with milk to create a smooth and sweat drink. Pictured here is Peppermint Mocha, a selection from their Seasonal Celebrations series of flavors.… Continue reading International Delight Creamers as Milk Flavoring for Instant Snack and Appetite Suppressant
VCR DVD Recorder Combo Deck for VHS Video Conversion Transfer
Video Summary. In the video below, information is provided about VCR DVD Recorder Combo decks used for transferring from VHS tapes to DVD. For additional information, there is an article and video about video transfer to computer using a digital converter box.
Mophie Juice Pack Plus for iPhone 4 or 4S — Smart Phones and Battery Life
Technology > Apple > iPhone Summary. The iPhone 4S comes with a faster more power hungry processor. This can result in faster battery depletion than with previous iPhone models. For this reason, it’s helpful to use a battery pack case like the Mophie Juice Pack Plus. [Buy Now] This page, including the video below, provides… Continue reading Mophie Juice Pack Plus for iPhone 4 or 4S — Smart Phones and Battery Life
Benefits of Traction Control and Anti-Lock Brake Systems – Toyota Corolla 2010 Review
Transportation > Toyota Corolla 2010 Sedan LE Summary. The video below describes the benefits of Traction Control and Anti-Lock Brake Systems in the Toyota Corolla 2010 LE. Whether you’re buying a car new, used, or renting a vehicle, it’s a good idea to find one that has these features.
Video Transfer Conversion to Computer DVD (Includes iPhone 4S Video Stabilization Sample)
Video Summary. The video below shows the basic equipment, cables, and connections to transfer video from a VCR to a computer for making a DVD or edited video to be uploaded or shared. For those wanting to save time and money, iMemories.com is recommended. iPhone 4s Video Stablization. The video also offers a good example… Continue reading Video Transfer Conversion to Computer DVD (Includes iPhone 4S Video Stabilization Sample)
Sheds: The Do-It-Yourself Guide for Backyard Builders by David and Jeanie Stiles
Summary. David and Jeanie Stiles have been pioneers of simple, small, and sustainable living. By offering over 20 high-quality do-it-yourself guides to design and construction for building small cabins and retreats, David and Jeanie have empowered others to turn their own dwelling dreams into reality. Shown here is their book, Sheds: The Do-It-Yourself Guide for Backyard Builders.… Continue reading Sheds: The Do-It-Yourself Guide for Backyard Builders by David and Jeanie Stiles
Pet Adoption PSA Videos from the Ad Council and TheShelterProject.org
Activism | Advertising Summary. Creative, fun, inspiring, and funny advertising is much more likely to get watched, and in today’s society of online social networking, these are the ads that will go viral and have the farthest reach. Such ads also provide the additional public service of offering a source of entertainment and inspiration. Some videos… Continue reading Pet Adoption PSA Videos from the Ad Council and TheShelterProject.org