From the Editor
E-mail has become part of our daily routines and it's
the focus of this month's eNewsletter. We take a look at chain letters
sent by e-mail and remind you that if money is involved, such letters
are illegal. We also provide instructions on how to save changes you make
to e-mail attachments, and how to add contact information to your e-mail
address book. When you're finished with e-mail, browse through the Great
Sites list. It includes an inspiring resource about Memorial Day, tips
for fuel efficiency, and some fun ideas for your spare time.
Your Local Help Desk
Question: I'm having a problem with e-mail attachments.
When I receive an e-mail with an attachment (usually a Word document),
I open the file, make and save my changes, and then forward the edited
file to a co-worker. When my co-worker opens the Word document, none of
my changes have been saved. What am I doing wrong?
Answer: It sounds like you are failing to first
save the attached Word
document to your computer's hard drive. Making changes to a file without
first saving the file to your computer will not save your changes. Next
time, save the file to your hard drive. Then you can open the document,
make your edits, save the changes to your file, prepare an outgoing e-mail
message, and then add the edited document as an attachment to the outgoing
message. Your edited version of the file will be sent to the recipient.
E-Mail Scam - Don't Participate in Illegal E-mail Chain Letters
You probably receive them regularly, e-mailed chain letters that promise a big return on a small investment. Most contain a list of names and addresses and instruct you to send a few dollars to the person at the top of the list, remove that name from the list, and add your own name to the bottom. The fraudulent promise behind chain letters is that by the time your name gets to the top of the list, so many people will be involved that you'll receive a fortune. One recently circulated e-mail chain letter promised earnings of "$50,000 or more within the next 90 days of sending e-mail." These e-mail messages often falsely claim that, "this is not a chain letter, but a perfectly legal money-making opportunity." Or they may include personal testimonials that are hard to prove and often fabricated.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reminds you that chain letters that involve money or other valuables and promise big returns are illegal. If you start one or forward one, you are breaking the law and could be prosecuted for mail fraud. This applies whether a chain letter is sent by e-mail or regular mail.
What should you do if you if you receive a potentially illegal e-mail chain letter? DO NOT REPLY OR PARTICIPATE. You can also report the scam to the FTC at spam@uce.gov. If you receive a chain letter via regular mail, call the Postal Inspection Service toll-free at 1-888-877-7644.
Sites of the Month
A Grateful Nation
http://www.thulix.com/memorial_day/
Memorial Day, celebrated this year on May 28th, is a time to remember the ultimate sacrifice made by so many to support our country. This site is a comprehensive resource about Memorial Day, and includes information on the holiday's history and special events as well links to museums, memorials, and cemeteries honoring fallen heroes from the Civil War to the present day. You'll also find opportunities to offer support to U.S. troops currently deployed.
Will the Third Time be a Charm?
http://spiderman3.sonypictures.com
The upcoming release of Spider-Man 3 promises to deliver the excitement and fun we've come to expect from the first two movies. Spider-Man 3 reunites Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst, and follows the adventures of the super hero as his suit turns from red to black, giving him greater powers but posing new challenges. Check out the official site to see the trailer and get the behind-the-scenes scoop.
Find Your Celebrity Look Alike
http://www.starsinyou.com
Ever been told you that you look like a famous celebrity? Now you can see for yourself in seconds ... and it's free. Simply go to this site and upload a full-face photo, and the search engine will compare your face with thousands of celebrities. You'll instantly receive photos of your celebrity matches, along with a percentage figure for each. You could be 76% Shania Twain, for example, and 67% Laura Linney. It makes a fun break on a busy day.
Discover a Unique Style of Vacation
http://discoverhouseboating.org
You've been on a cruise. You've stayed in plenty of hotels, cabins, and cottages. But have you ever taken a houseboat vacation? Houseboating lets you (and your family and friends) enjoy the amenities of a luxurious condominium while you move to a different lakefront spot whenever you want a change in scenery. This site includes a variety of articles geared for houseboat beginners, and includes links to places you can rent a houseboat in the U.S. and Canada.
Slow Down and Save
http://fueleconomy.gov
Every five miles an hour you drive over 60 mph is like paying an extra 20 cents more per gallon of fuel. Clearly, it pays to slow down, especially since the cost of gasoline typically rises during the summer vacation season. You'll find lots more fuel-saving tips when you visit this site, including advice on driving more efficiently, keeping your car in shape, and planning and combining trips. You can also download the 2007 Fuel Economy Guide to help you choose a more efficient vehicle -- a move that can save you hundreds of dollars every year.
In This Edition
>Your Local Help Desk
>Tech Tips & Tricks
>Sites of the Month
>Gardening on a Budget
>Feature of the Month
>E-Mail Scam
>Internet Classes
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Gardening on a Budget
Composting
This can save you a lot of money on fertilizers throughout the season.
All you really need is something large to keep the compost in, and enough
space to turn it every now and then. Almost any organic material is okay
for putting in your compost pile, especially grass clippings, leaves,
wood chips, fruits, and vegetables.
Start from Seeds
Starting from seed does take more time and energy, but can be worth the
great price. For instance, one $10 investment on seeds can fill your patio
with blooms all season. You can also buy a seed flat for about $2. Doing
this will give you a lot more flowers for a cheaper price than buying
them at your local greenhouse.
Share and Trade
When you’re visiting someone’s house, or are walking by a
neighbor’s yard, just ask them! Most gardeners are more than willing
to share clippings of their plants. Also, if you start your plants from
seed, there are many people who will swap seeds with you.
Grow your own groceries
If you’re looking at a strict budget, you can also think of growing
your own fruits, vegetables, and herbs. They look nice, and taste great
too!
Tech Tips and Tricks
They're probably sitting on your desk right now--business
cards or other printed materials containing important names, e-mail addresses,
phone numbers, and so on. How do you add this contact information to your
e-mail address book? Just follow the steps below for your e-mail program:
Adding Contacts To Your Address Book When Using Outlook Express 6 In Windows
XP Home Edition:
1. With Outlook Express open, click on the "Addresses" button
on the toolbar.
2. In the Address Book window, click on the "New" button and
then click "New Contact" from the resulting drop-down menu.
3. Enter your new contact's information in the "Properties"
window. If you'd like to enter more detailed information such as their
home, business, and personal contact information, click on each corresponding
tab to do so.
4. Click the "OK" button to save your new contact and close
the "Properties" window. Your new contact will now be listed
in the "Address Book" window.
5. Close the Address Book window by clicking on the red "X"
in the upper right hand corner of the window.
Adding Contacts To Your Address Book When Using Thunderbird 1.5
On Windows XP Home Edition And Macintosh OS 10.4
1. With Thunderbird open, click your cursor arrow on the "Address
Book" button on the Thunderbird toolbar.
2. In the Address Book window, click on the "New Card" button.
3. Start by clicking on the Contact tab and fill in the fields. Continue
with the fields in the other tabs if needed.
4. When you're finished, click on the "OK" button. Your new
contact will show up in your address book list.
Adding Contacts To Your Address Book 4.0.4 When Using Mail 2.1.1
On Macintosh OS 10.4.9
1. With your Address Book open, click on the "+" sign under
the field that includes the list of contacts. A new card will appear in
the right hand field.
2. Click on each labeled area and type in the information for your new
contact.
3. Close the Address Book program by going to the Address Book menu and
selecting "Quit Address Book."
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