4 Online Tools That Make Work Easier

Google Docs
One online tool that seems like it could be very useful is Google Docs. Google Docs contains a lot of tools that are similar to what Microsoft offers. You can use a word document program, spreadsheet program, or a presentation program that is similar to Microsoft office, but all the work you do on Google Docs is stored online. This makes it nice because you can open your documents anywhere on any device that can support google docs. This eliminates much of the need of removable storage devices, and can save you a lot of time. To try out this cool online tool yourself, or just want to find out more about it, click here: Google Docs

ebay
ebay is a great online tool to make work easier. You can use ebay to buy almost anything you need very simply. You can also use it for your own business to offer and sell products to a huge range of people. I use ebay myself often for buying car parts, gifts, and many other random things. I also use ebay to sell random items I don't need anymore to get a few extra bucks. You can download ebay's mobile app for any smartphone or tablet ass well. If you don't have an account I would suggest making one, as ebay is an awesome tool. Go to ebay!

Duolingo
Another great tool that can be useful for work, school, and even just for entertainment is Duolingo. Duolingo is a fun tool that can help you learn another language. You can use this program on your computer/laptop, and on your OS or Android smart phones. You can download the app, and one of the best things about it is that Duolingo is free! Whether you are using it for work, school, or fun, Duolingo is a tool everyone should think about using. To get it yourself, download the app, or go to Duolingo.

NOAA
Lastly, Noaa or National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, is a good online tool that I use everyday. I mostly use this website/app to check the current weather and the weekly forecast. It is useful because it lets you know how you are going to need to dress for the day, if you are going to be able to work outside, and what you should expect for your driving situation, all by showing you an accurate forecast. I check either the site, or their app that I downloaded to my smart phone before taking trips, and just to be updated. The app is free to download and works smoothly. Click here to try NOAA out for yourself.

3 News Articles Utilizing Data Tables or Charts

World population to keep growing this century, hit 11 billion by 2100
This article used a graph and text to show the population increase worldwide. The graph starts by showing the population from 1950 and continuing it to the expected population of the year 2100. The article explains that using the most modern statistics there is an 80% chance of Earths total population reaching 9.6 to 12.3 billion people by 2100. The article also explains that with the rising population it is likely that the world will be impacted more from climate change, poverty, and disease. To read more on this visit Sciencedaily.


Our new clear guide
This article explains how the nuclear power plants across the globe are split in half from the west to east in means of numbers of plants, or expected plants, and how much uranium it takes to run them. It tells how some places around the globe are quickly shutting down reactors, while in other places, like China, are expected to continue expanding their plants. It shows that right now, out of the 30 countries with reactors, the U.S. is bar far the leader in #s and usage, but that the lowering price of natural gas is making the reactors not as probable. The site uses a chart to show the countries and their usage of uranium. To find out more go to The Economist and click on their interactive map.

The real impact of a decade of low interest rates
This article uses a few charts and graphs, some of which could probably be done using Microsoft Excel to explain how low interest is really affecting us. In the end the article is about how we have created a real mess for ourselves by lowering interest rates by trying to get us out of debt, and have just increased our debt. For more info and to see the charts go to Market Watch.

4 Sites with Examples of Nice Resumes

Resume-Now
Resume- now is a website that offers many different resume templates to choose from, and they make it easy. They use a step by step process, and claim you can have a resume done in 10 minutes. You can sample it for free, and get quick customer service with questions if needed. For my information and to check it out for yourself go here, Resume-Now.





Primer Magazine
This online website offers seven quickly downloadable and completely free resume templates. The direct their site towards college aged guys. The templates are all simple but professional looking. To download them yourself go to Primer Magazine.








tidyforms
This website is super simple and easy to use. They also offer about 60 free templates available for anyone to download. The have many categories of templates from just a basic one to a template for becoming a nurse. Check out tidyforms the next time you need to create a resume!



Resume World
Another good site for getting free resume templates that look good, and are easy to download is resume world. This site offers a variety of different style templates for your personal need. To check some of these templates out go to resume world.
 

4 Quick Tips to Edit a Word Document

Pictures
Microsoft Word has many nice features that can help you to have a visual appealing, and well edited document. One of these editing tools is the quick ribbon button Pictures. First place your insertion point to the location where you want your picture inserted. Next you must click Insert, and then you can click on Pictures which is right below Insert. This brings up picture files that you already have stored on your hard drive. All you have do is select the picture file you want and Word automatically inserts it onto your document. For more info on inserting pictures with Microsoft Word visit wikiHow.


Finding Text
Another great editing tool of Word is the find text feature. This tool can be very useful, and it is easily accessible. From your Word document page you click Home at the top of your document, then at the top right of your screen click Find. There is an icon of binoculars next to the word Find. You can also press ctrl+f to access the Find tool. To learn more about finding text visit WordTips.


Templates
Microsoft Word offers all kinds of different template styles for many situations. Click File then New to open options for different template styles. This tool is great for all kinds of situations from birthday party invitations to creating a new resume. For more info visit uknow.drew.edu





Before and After Spacing
Before and After spacing is another extremely helpful editing tool in Microsoft Word. This feature is great for creating empty space before or after certain paragraphs that you select, without creating non-existent paragraphs. To use this feature go to the ribbon and click on Page Layout. From there you can click to increase or decrease the amount of spacing before and after paragraphs. For more information on using before and after spacing click here: office support.

3 Software Programs I Rely on the Most

Internet Explorer
The application software that I rely on the most has to be Internet Explorer. It is the only web browsing application that I currently use. I use it at home for getting on line and shopping, watching movies, listening to music, and doing my online classwork. I also use it constantly at school for class work.

Microsoft Office
The application software I rely on second most is Microsoft Office 2013. I specifically use the Microsoft Office Word 2013 the most out of the office programs. I use it at home and at school for a variety of different tasks. At home I use it to write essays, create resumes, and save random information that I might forget or loose if it isn't saved on my computer.

Skype
Lastly, I am beginning to rely on the application software called Skype. Skype is very new to me, and I am just begging to learn how to use it. I have known about it's existence for a long time, but just recently obtained a reason to use the software. I am not using all that often yet, but that could change with time as I figure it out. I am using Skype to keep in touch with my girlfriend who is not in the state right now. So far I have only used the text and the face to face video chat parts of the software.

3 Types of Computers I use Most Often

Handheld
The type of computer I use most often I would have to say is my mobile phone. I don't have a smart phone, it's just an old pay as you go flip phone with service provided through Verizon. I use it throughout the day from when I wake up until I go to sleep. I use as my alarm that gets me out of bed. I then use it to check the time and make sure I am running on schedule. I use it throughout the day to text my girlfriend and to keep in contact with other people on rare occasion. I keep the flip phone over getting a smart phone because the monthly plan is cheaper
, the battery life can lasts weeks without needing a charge, I don't play video games or app games almost ever, and I don't want to become addicted to a smart phone like everyone else these days.

Laptop Computer
The type of computer I use 2nd most often would be my laptop computer. My laptop is made by Asus and uses Windows 8. I use my laptop for many activities including shopping, checking craigslist, checking the weather, online banking, and to do my school work. It is capable enough for me and it accomplishes the needs I require it to do.

Truck Stereo
Out of the three types of computers I use most often, I would say my trucks stereo is what comes in third. I use it everyday, and every time I hop in my vehicle to go anywhere. It is made by Alpine, and has many features. It can play CDs, FM and AM radio, and has a USB and AUX port.

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