When I first looked at the LibraryThing website I thought I might be bombarded with information. Upon investigation I found it easy to navigate and user-friendly. The tour was well organized and easy to follow. Searching for books resulted in a good number of other suggestions. However, after reading a few book reviews I noticed that some reviewers reveal too much information and spoil the ending. too bad they didn't warn "spoiler alert." I'll have to be more cautious next time I look for a review on something I want to read.
All in all, I think I will sign up and start using LibraryThing in the very near future.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Online Productivity Tools
I was very excited to try Google Docs. I have Google Calendar and I quite like it. It was very easy to figure out and enter data. However, my impression of the Google version of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel has left me disappointed.
The few times I have tried to use it, I haven't had much luck. I have had Web errors and had to close down my work. Another time I couldn't access it as there were network problems. I have been getting a lot of Server errors so I have been unable to access my documents to retrieve or delete them. I would be very frustrated if these products were the only option for me.
In theory Google Docs seems like a good idea. It is portable and accessible everywhere you have the Internet. That is, if the Internet is working. Also, upon quick investigation, the Docs don't appear to have as many options as the Microsoft products.
I will continue to use Google Calendar and I will attempt Documents again, but I won't give up using the Microsoft versions of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
The few times I have tried to use it, I haven't had much luck. I have had Web errors and had to close down my work. Another time I couldn't access it as there were network problems. I have been getting a lot of Server errors so I have been unable to access my documents to retrieve or delete them. I would be very frustrated if these products were the only option for me.
In theory Google Docs seems like a good idea. It is portable and accessible everywhere you have the Internet. That is, if the Internet is working. Also, upon quick investigation, the Docs don't appear to have as many options as the Microsoft products.
I will continue to use Google Calendar and I will attempt Documents again, but I won't give up using the Microsoft versions of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Flickr and YouTube Impressions
Flickr is great for sharing photos, and the quality of the photos is very impressive. I will continue to visit Flickr over and over.
YouTube can fun. It can be ridiculous. It ranges from poor quality video with even poorer sound, to really entertaining video clips. Where else can you find the Flintstones Cigarette Commercial? Hilarious!
Not only is YouTube entertaining, it can be used for practical things too. I have used YouTube to get step-by-step video instructions for tying a sliding slip knot for a necklace. The instructions were easy to follow and my necklace looks great.
YouTube can fun. It can be ridiculous. It ranges from poor quality video with even poorer sound, to really entertaining video clips. Where else can you find the Flintstones Cigarette Commercial? Hilarious!
Not only is YouTube entertaining, it can be used for practical things too. I have used YouTube to get step-by-step video instructions for tying a sliding slip knot for a necklace. The instructions were easy to follow and my necklace looks great.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
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Google Universe
Google really has an incredibly vast array of products. I've dabbled with several of them at home, but this was the first time I have looked at Google Books. Since I have a passion for cookbooks, I was quite pleased to see a number of choices to browse through. I could very easily waste hours and hours away previewing a variety of cookbooks...again taking time away from walking and fresh air.
So to sum up my impression of Google books:
Postive-a variety of topics, many books to preview, and some are even full text.
Negative-a real time-consumer. There is so much information, it is easy to lose track of time. Also, what impact will this have on libraries? I guess we will have to wait and see.
Recommendation: I would recommend it. It won't be the first place I go for books, not even the second, but it's worth being aware of.
So to sum up my impression of Google books:
Postive-a variety of topics, many books to preview, and some are even full text.
Negative-a real time-consumer. There is so much information, it is easy to lose track of time. Also, what impact will this have on libraries? I guess we will have to wait and see.
Recommendation: I would recommend it. It won't be the first place I go for books, not even the second, but it's worth being aware of.
Facebook: Useful or a Time-Waster?
Yes, Facebook is a time-waster, but it can also be useful.It's a great way to keep in touch with extended family, view their photos, if they post any, and get notifications about their birthdays (something I am always forgetting).
Because of Facebook, I have connected with a distant cousin. She is working on her family tree and found me through Facebook. We're now communicating and sharing genealogical information.
However, also because of Facebook, I have spent more time than I like online when I could have just as easily been going for a walk and getting some fresh air.
Because of Facebook, I have connected with a distant cousin. She is working on her family tree and found me through Facebook. We're now communicating and sharing genealogical information.
However, also because of Facebook, I have spent more time than I like online when I could have just as easily been going for a walk and getting some fresh air.
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