Create one folder (mine is simply named "Reference").
Install Google Desktop (http://desktop.google.com/). It will index all of your files on your computer.
When you need a file use Google...
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Create one folder (mine is simply named "Reference").
Install Google Desktop (http://desktop.google.com/). It will index all of your files on your computer.
When you need a file use Google...
Best solution right now: http://lastpass.com/
If you are concerned about security listen to this podcast and worry no more: http://www.grc.com/securitynow.htm Episode #256.
Very well said cojo. Thanks for the advice.
Wow, my thread is now resurrected four years later. The Internet never forgets.
JohnV, thanks for the great response. I found the "Rules of Investing" paper and will read it now.
SGTM, I...
There is a FireFox add-on called "Read It Later": https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/7661
Also, have you tried Xmarks and del.icio.us?
del.icio.us is great because you can tag your...
sdann, how do you set Google to send reminders? Through Gmail? Calendar?
Great ideas! Thanks everyone.
Thanks Dan. That's an interesting app. One thing scares me...
I'd hate to be right in the middle of a WebEx presentation when that happens.
An egg timer? Hmm, that's something to...
My eye doctor says I need to get my head out of the computer periodically and take a walk. Any suggestions on how to set up an hourly reminder that will trigger a Pavlovian response in me to get up...
Thanks for the response CPU!
I think I might have a different version than you (4.1.4). I'll do some Googling and figure it out.
Thanks.
Thanks CPU.
I installed Palm Desktop and I'm trying to figure out how to attach tasks, memos, and/or notes to a contact. I'm pretty good with computers and I just can't seem to figure it out.
...
Uniquest, thanks for the post. I used Palm Desktop many years ago but have never tried it for GTD. Three questions:
1. Is there a primer somewhere that explains how to set it up for GTD?
2. ...
Ditto Lorane. Jott is great. Just go to Jott.com and register for free.
One caveat, Jott only records in 15 second segments. It's good for capturing reminders and short "notes to self", but it...
Thanks Barry! I'll check out Google.
Hi all,
I am working with a few people to write a book. I could use some advice on the best way to manage and organize the project materials and maintain version control.
For project materials...
CEB, thanks for your insight.
The downside I see to that method is... what if I ever need to reply to or forward that message? Won't my comments be included?
I think I need an Outlook...
When I click on Journal in Outlook, a popup asks me...
Is Microsoft trying to dissuade me from using the Journal?
I am looking for a way to log activities in Outlook. For example, I am emailing back and forth with a contact. At some point it is more efficient to call the contact and discuss the details. The...
Instead of "compare price X" how about "get prices from sites a, b and c"? That sounds more like an NA. It is concrete and measurable and you can check it off when it is done.
By the way, if...
It's the 8703e. I need to get a headset also. I'll check out the Jabra. Thanks!