Productivity Tools: HTML to PDF Converters (Part 2)

Productivity tools for converting HTML to PDF.
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HTML to PDF Converter
Features:

• Easy to use software
• No installation needed
• Also converts HTML to other file formats such as bmp,png, or jpeg
• Other features includes headers and footers, page numbers, set page size, page orientation and PDF compression level, embed true type fonts.

PDFescape  

PDFescape is an online web online application service for PDF related services created by a California software company, Red Software.  Its eservices includes PDF reader, editor, form filler, and form creator which are easy to use without the need for download and installation of any software.

Here are the major features of PDFescape:

• PDF Reader. Open PDF documents in your web browser, rotate & zoom PDF pages, copy PDF content to your clipboard, search PDF text for terms & keywords, save and print your PDF, PDF thumbnail, bookmark, & link support.
• PDF Online Editor.  Add text, shapes, whiteout, create links to other PDF pages or web content, encryption feature, sign PDF through digital signature.
• Free PDF Form Filler.  Fill out PDF forms using existing form fields, customize fields with text, checkbox, radio, list, and drop down.
• Free PDF Form Designer. Add new PDF form fields, modify form style with fonts, size etc.
• Free PDF Annotator. Comment and markup PDF documents with its annotation feature.

These converters are compatible to latest versions of web browsers like Mozilla, Chrome, Internet Explorer, Opera.

Productivity Tools: HTML to PDF Converters

PDF (Portable Document Format) which is developed by adobe Systems, Inc.  PDF is designed for electronic exchange preserving the document fonts, photos, graphics and layout as it appears from the original document.  

A PDF reader software is required such as with Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this type of document.

This online HTML to PDF converters  productivity tool is good for internet users especially with bloggers, writers, website publishers as well as researchers who want to save a web page offline for further reference, archiving, and sharing. 

 

Web2pdfconvert
Web2pdfconvert let you easily convert a web page and be able to save it to your hardrive or share to social networks.  Simply cut and paste the webpage URL to be converted and click the "convert to pdf" button.  Here are the other options and features:

• PDF Security
• PDF page size and page orientation
• Document margin
• Document description with title, author's name, subject and keywords

Web2pdfconvert is made by Baltsoftware is  an information technology since 1997 who specializes in software development.  Their other application products includes MakeSurvey, FileJumbo, Online PDF Converter, Convert Center and Encrypt Easy.

Musical Instruments: Marimba, Flute, Vibraphone, Hawaiian Guitar

Musical instruments such as Marimba, Flute, Trumpet, Cello, Vibraphone, Hawaiian Guitar are not so popular instruments unlike with Piano, Guitar, Drums, and Violin.  Here are brief information on various instruments:

Marimba
The Marimba is a popular folk instrument in Central America which is similar to the xylophone  except that its tone has been prolonged and deepened by resonators which build up and enrich the tones.
View modern Marimba from YAMAHA Website 

Flute
Included in woodwind instruments consisting of a pipe with lateral holes and blown directly, without a reed.  The Chinese, Japanese, and Hindus all claim it from time immemorial, so as the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans.
Types of modern flutes are : 
Bass Flute in C
Alto Flute in G
Tenor Flute
Concert Flute in C
Soprano Flute in E Flat
Treble Flute in G

Vibraphone
Vibraphone ( also called vibraharp or vibes) is a percussion instrument  played in mallets held in both hands shaped like a xylophone.  It was invented in 1990 and became one of the major jazz instrument used by popular bands.

Hawaiian Guitar
Also commonly called the “steel guitar”, the distinctive sound is created by strumming the metal strings with a metal pick in one hand while at the same time the other hand change the pitch of the strings with a metal bar.

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Flavors and Cooking Uses of Selected Herbs and Spices

Read more about  Cooking with Herbs and Spice Cookery
Herbs and spices comes with different flavors and so it also differs on its uses.  It is good to experiment and try various herbs to its cooking uses.  Try something every week!

ANISE (Sweet, similar to licorice)
As flavoring in cookies,candies and pastries; also in Poultry dishes.
BASIL (Pungent, somewhat sweet)
Fresh Tomato dishes, with eggplant, for pesto, in Thai and Vietnamese foods,addition to
salads and many cooked vegetables.
BAY (Mild)
In soups, stews and tomato sauces, and in shellfish boils. Remove leaf before serving.
CELERY SEED (Strong, pungent celery flavor)
As a replacement for celery stalks in cooking; as a flavoring in tomato juice, sauces and
soups
CHIVES (Sharp,onion or garlic flavor)
Garnish, blended with soft cheeses,added to salads
CLOVES (Sweet or bittersweet)
Add to sweet dishes or as a contrast in stews and curries.
CORIANDER (Spicy, sweet or hot)
In cakes, cookies, breads, as a pickling spice or in curry mixtures
NUTMEG (Warm,sweet)
Good for cakes and cookies as well as in sweet potatoes
MARJORAM (delicate)
For soups, stews, and marinades.

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Tips on Cooking with Herbs and Spice Cookery

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Adding more flavors to cooking is a culinary challenge for those who loves to cook.  Putting herb and spices enhances the  dish flavor that makes it more exciting and palatable.  For  better cooking results, here are some tips in storing and using herbs and spices:

• Buy herb and spices in small quantities and make sure they  are stored in tight containers to keep the flavors.  They have the volatile flavors that are lost if kept too long, the longest is six months.
• Cutting, crushing, or mincing fresh herbs are good to bring out the volatile oils and true flavors.
• Experiment with herb and spices until you learn what is good and what is not to your cooking needs.

 Try with these herb and spices
Herbs – bay  leaf, basil, chives,marjoram, mint, parsley, rosemary, sage, savory, and thyme.
Spices – cinnamon, cloves, curry, ginger, dry mustard, nutmeg, paprika and pepper.
Other flavoring – almond, lemon, maple, orange, peppermint and vanilla.

Here are some recommendations for cooking meat, fish, eggs, and vegetables with herbs and spices:
Lamb – curry,garlic,mint,onion,oregano,parsley,rosemary,thyme,mint jelly
Beef – bay leaf,lemon juice, marjoram, dry mustard, mushrooms,nutmeg,onion,green pepper,thyme
Veal –bay leaf,curry,dill seed,ginger,marjoram,oregano,summer savory
Fish – bay leaf,curry,dill,garlic,mustard,onion,paprika,pepper
Eggs – basil,chives,curry,parsley,green pepper,rosemary,diced tomato
Vegetables
Potatoes – chives,onion,parsley,green pepper
Sweet Potatoes – cinnamon,nutmeg,brown sugar
Squash – basil,ginger,mace,onion,oregano
Tomatoes –basil,oregano,parsley,sage

The Effects of Computers and Gadgets to Health

Android tablet

Technology aims to provide us with convenience, speed, mobility, and advancement to everyday lives.  Computers, monitors, smartphones, mobile media players, easy  accessibility to internet rules nowadays. Gadgets has become an indispensable thing to some or to many even having withdrawal syndrome if one of the gadgets is lost.    There can be many advantages but there are also disadvantages brought by technology particularly with health. 

Are you experiencing “techno stress”?  Do you have a fear of being disconnected? Overzealous urbanites lives a fast-paced and glued  life with gadgets like smartphones ,latest Tabs or notebooks to connect with others through social networking websites such as    Facebook, Twitter and alike. 

Study shows that those who are frequent computer users experience stress manifested by hunched shoulders, dilated eyes, and  rapid heartbeat.  Because of desire for speed and performance, we tend to be impatient and dissatisfied easily if the gadget fails to satisfy our needs and wants.  Since the hands and wrist are the most used by computer users,  another health concern for them is the carpal tunnel syndrome.  Those who sit for a long period of time and doing repetitive actions such as typing, mouse clicking, or gamers risking the wrist.

The coming of the LCD and the LED replaces the CRT monitors which emits small amount of UV radiation that could affect our health.

Technology may seem to have disadvantages but we are the one who can make it as an advantage.  To make these gadgets our slave instead of the other way around.  Moderation is the key for everything and putting  things in perspective.  Unplugging oneself, reboot, logout, or “electronic detox” is necessary to take sometime reconnect your life to yourself. 

What Makes a Successful Salesman?

What makes a successful salesman?  The meaning of success can mean different things to people.  But when it comes to being a salesman, it is the accomplishment of being able to sell or close a deal.  Being a successful salesman is not an overnight success, but rather it takes time to  build  oneself that requires a lot of courage, passion, and hardwork. 

Selling Points for a Salesman 
                      
Physical Appearance.  Neither body nor mind can function without it.  Before you can say any word your appearance speaks about you.  Create a positive image to establish trust and confidence from your customer.

Courage and Self Confidence.  Presenting yourself, your product, or services  requires self-confidence and courage. Be able to handle pressure and intense competition in the business.   To have more confidence,  know your business and  your product well in order for others to have confidence in you .

Communication Skills.  Exude enthusiasm and aggressiveness through words. It is important that you are able to communicate what you have to offer.

Learn from successful sales leaders and work what you have learned.   Learn from those who succeeded before you by  learning from their experiences and work out what you can apply.

The art of persuasion.  “Do not force them to drink, make them thirsty”  is one of the most effective persuasive selling point.