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It's that TIME of the
Year Again ...
On April 4, the nation moves time ahead an hour. Don't forget to
set your clocks ahead ONE hour Saturday night so you won't be late
for events on Sunday and work on Monday.
Is Uncle Sam Waiting for YOU?
April 15 is the deadline to have your taxes postmarked.
Although some Post Offices may have extended hours, don't
delay, get those forms out as soon as possible.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle ... It's
Earth Day
April 22 is the 34th annual Earth Day. Originally started
in 1970 by the Earth
Day Network, It took nearly seven years to develop.
The project started as a way to make the environment part of the
national political scene. Sen. Gaylord Nelson, founder of National
Earth Day, approached then Attorney General Robert Kennedy and proposed
the idea of President John Kennedy traveling the nation for five
days on a "conservation tour."
According to Sen.
Nelson, "At a conference in Seattle in September 1969,
I announced that in the spring of 1970 there would be a nationwide
grassroots demonstration on behalf of the environment and invited
everyone to participate. The wire services carried the story from
coast to coast. The response was electric."
Today, Earth Day is a nationally recognized event coordinating schools
and organizations throughout the United States.
For a list of activities in your area, visit the Events
page of Earthday.org
Written by Ross Schmadebeck
Surfin' Safari:
Fool's Names and Fool's Faces ...
If you are into practical jokes, then April 1,
a.k.a., April Fool's Day, is your favorite day. More practical jokes
and teasing occurs on April 1 than any other day of the year.
• Check out the 100 best April
Fool's hoaxes of all time.
• Need a brush up on your history?
Read about how April Fool's Day became what we know today.
• Looking for a gag gift or an item to prank someone? Check
out the
Prank Store.
• Teach
children the background of April Fool's Day.
• Send an e-card
with an April Fool's message.
• Watch "April
Fool's Day" the movie.
• Read April
Fool's Day: A Modern Love Story.
• Need a gag story? Here's a list of great
stories you can e-mail to friends.
• Practical jokes are great if you are the one playing it.
Here's a list of harmless
pranks to play on friends and family.
• Free
the Gnomes Web site is a great way to prank a friend or family
member. Or, at the very least, get a good laugh out of them.
Written by Ross Schmadebeck
Surfer Dude Answers
Your Questions
He's the PC professor, the gigabyte guru, the ruler of ROM. He's
Surfer Dude!
Q: Hi Surfer Dude, At some point recently, someone
must have slipped something into my machine because the first time
I load Internet Explorer each morning, it comes up with an additional
left side popup frame with links to all sorts "useful"
places I might like to go. If I don't close both that frame and
Explorer immediately, it takes forever to load and comes up with
an additional window that I can't close without closing Explorer.
The next time I click on Explorer, it loads up without that frame.
How can I get that out of my system? It isn't simply a change to
my homepage because I tried that. Thanks. — Gailyn
A: Dudette, This sounds almost like a classic case
of spyware. The good thing is there are easy and free ways to combat
this! Here are the two programs that are very
popular right now in removing these sort of things:
— Adaware (www.lavasoftusa.com)
— Spybot (security.kolla.de)
These are free programs, and I'd recommend downloading both and
running them. These can search your computer for any instance of
"spyware," programs that can hijack your computer and
browser, and remove them. Once they are removed, your browser should
function like it did before that nasty popup window. Because Atlantic.Net
is not associated with these programs, we cannot provide technical
support for them, but should you require help with them, each have
ways of contacting technicians that can assist you. —
SD
Gotta go now. Surf's Up!
Got a Question?
If you're stumped by a technical conundrum,
just Ask
the Surfer Dude, and we'll share the answers in future issues.
Say Goodbye to Dead Leaves
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Tech Tip: The Computer Monitor that
is Good for You
As technology advances move ahead, prices of older equipment go
down. New computer monitor technology has removed the large, bulky
screens of the past onto a storage shelf in a closet and brought
to light sharper, thinner flat screens that can blow your mind.
Here's what to look for if you're in the market for a new computer
screen.
• Determine the use of the monitor — Sounds
simple enough. Ask yourself, "What
type of monitor is right for me?" Decide what you want
to do with your new monitor Will the screen be used for home or
at work? Will you want to do computer graphics and photographic
work with the screen? Do you want to play games on the new monitor?
By answering these few questions, you can save yourself time and
trouble when choosing your next monitor. Companies like Dell
can help you answer these questions.
• Make a Few Decisions — Don't necessarily
make a decision on a brand or specific model, but do decide on what
kind of monitor you want. After assessing the needs of your screen,
you should be able to narrow down your selection very quickly. Decide
whether you want a flat-screen monitor (the thinner, sleeker type,
usually designated as an LCD or liquid-crystal display monitor)
or whether a standard sized monitor (CRT or cathode ray tube) is
the best option. Both have their advantages
and disadvantages, and depending on your price range, can be
very costly. Which takes us to our next step:
• Choose a Price Range — Decide on
how much you are willing to spend on your new screen. In most cases,
your price range will decide for you the size of the screen, so
readjusting your screen decision may be necessary. LCD screens are
generally more expensive then CRT monitors. Compare your options
wisely and determine what is in the best interest for you.
• Learn the Basics — Each type of monitor
has its own set of restrictions, limitations, and specifications.
A good understanding of LCD
basics and CRT
basics will help with any waffling you may have between the
two types of screens. Remember, monitors can be costly, so don't
be sold on the "deal of the week." Some research and background
information on your part will pay off in the end.
Written by Ross Schmadebeck
Florida-Skin-Cancer.com
Puts Atlantic.Net to Work
Florida Skin Cancer and Dermatology Specialists, P.A., located
in Gainesville, Fla., has been utilizing Atlantic.Net's Web
Hosting and Design since January 2003.
The site, www.florida-skin-cancer.com,
provides information to current and prospective patients about
Dr. Robert Skidmore and his associates and their available services.
In addition to their Web site, Dr. Skidmore also utilizes Atlantic.Net's
Internet service. |
Robert A. Skidmore,
Jr., MD
American Board of Dermatology — Board Certified
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Stephanie Ridgeway, associate business manager, said they direct
prospective patients to the site for more many reasons. "New
patient paperwork can be downloaded and completed at home, which
saves valuable time when they arrive at our office. In addition
to this feature, the Web site also provides downloadable driving
directions for our patients, lists the dermatological and surgical
services provided by Dr. Skidmore, and wound care information
can be easily downloaded by patients who have lost their paperwork
after visiting our clinic for surgery." |
The site features pages including biographies of Dr. Skidmore
and Charlotte Mixon, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner.
Additional information on skin cancer, office forms and procedures,
and services, including Magic Tan sunless tanning, are also
available online.
Stephanie said their Web site also provides patients with information
on each practitioner and with the ability to verify their professional
credentials through a link to the state of Florida Web site. |
Charlotte Mixon, ARNP
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Dr. Skidmore said, "I selected Atlantic.net for the following
reasons: 1. In house graphic design department - produced a
great logo / trademark. 2. In house web site design team. Produced
an interactive, easily navigated, visually exciting site to
the practice's exact specifications and needs. 3. Atlantic.net
history of high customer satisfaction and customer support.
4. Atlantic.net's community service activities for Gainesville
Junior's Volleyball Club."
"Florida Skin Cancer & Dermatology Specialists is a
comprehensive dermatology practice which provides medical and
surgical treatment for diseases of the skin hair and nail. My
commitment is to provide individualized, quality care with compassion,
Professionalism and respect for your time."
For more information about Dr. Skidmore's office, visit www.florida-skin-cancer.com
or call (352) 371-SKIN (7546). |
Atlantic.Net offers both Web Hosting and Design
in addition to Internet service to expand the potential of your
business.
For more information, check out Atlantic.Net
online, e-mail sales@atlantic.net,
or call (877) GO-ATLANTIC
(that's 1-877-462-8526).
Written by Ross Schmadebeck
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