Announcements

Havin' Too Much Fun!

We have a really fun, really cool Argus PC Cam / Web Cam video camera on sale today! We have been playing with this around the office for the last week or so and it's a blast - we never thought it would be this great! In fact, be sure to stop by the info page and check out the little video of some of our staff waving "Hello". It's really short (and very compressed), but it shows you how good (and fun) this little camera is.

With this cool little PC cam, not only can you create regular videos using your computer, but you can also do video e-mail (really fun and our favorite use for this), video conferencing, do video monitoring, and even use it with instant messengers! (Of course, you can use it with a web site too if you like.) In addition to video, it can also take still pictures in case you need a fast digital image of something or someone. Hundreds of uses!

This color camera features a built in microphone, 30 frames per second video, adjustable focus, and connects to your computer with a USB cable (included). Since it's USB, setup is incredibly easy and will only take you a few minutes. We set it up on several computers here at the office and ran into zero problems. I wish everything was this easy to install!

After installation, just run the software, point the camera at your subject, and press record! It's that simple!

Oh, and wait till you see the easy to use software that's included with the camera! The main program is, naturally, for video. It allows you to capture, create, edit, add text, add transitions, store / catalog your videos, and more. You can even stitch several together if you like. In addition, there is video capture software, photo editing software (for still photos), and more. The software alone is worth the price of the camera!

If you've ever looked at these types of cameras, you know they can get pricey - $50 to $100 is the average range. We were able to get a really good deal on these and can sell them to you for just $29.97ea with FREE US shipping! If you've ever wanted a good web cam, but didn't want to pay the high price, this is just what you've been looking for! Check it out:

http://www.worldstart.com/store/argus.htm

Warning - The supplier told us that this is it - once we run through them it's over. So, get to the site right now if you want a shot at this incredible offer!

Computers 101

Q:
Why do I have to scroll from left to right on many of the web sites I visit? Even with my browser maximized on my 17" monitor, I'm still scrolling! Any Ideas?

A:
This could be the result of a couple problems. The most likely problem is that your screen resolution is set too low. It's probably at 640x480 and most sites are designed with the assumption you're using a resolution of 800x600 (the most common).

To check / change your monitor resolution, right-click your desktop and select Properties. Next, click the Settings tab. You'll see a little slider gizmo that goes left to right. Make sure it's set to 800x600 or higher (the higher you go, the smaller an item will appear on your screen, so don't go too far).

Here's a sample shot (note that my resolution is set really high—this is because the LCD screen on my laptop looks best at that particular resolution. Most regular monitors wouldn't look that hot at 1400 x1050, so don't feel that you have to set yours to match mine).

Click OK. You may need to re-start.

The other possibility is that the site you're looking at is poorly designed. My site is designed for an 800x600 resolution, but I have it set at 750 pixels wide to allow for the sides of the browser window. If it was set to 800, you would still have to scroll a little unless your monitor was set higher than 800x600.

~ Steve

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Tip of the Day

Peek-A-Boo Windows

Ever have a window that has wandered partially off-screen? Not a big problem, unless you can't get to the title bar to move it. For example, what do you do if you have a window that gets its title bar hidden above the TOP of the screen? (It happens, sometimes due to a system error, sometimes due a change in screen resolution.) The problem is, you can't grab the title bar with your mouse to move the window. Don't worry, there's an easy way to move the darn thing. Here's how:

1. Make sure the window has focus (i.e. it's the active window).

2. Next, click Alt+Space and then press the letter M.

3. Now, use your arrow keys to move the window back to where you want it.

~ Steve

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Amanda's Cool Site of the Day

Complete Sun and Moon Data For ONE Day

A site brought to you by the U.S. Naval Observatory that declares: "You can obtain the times of sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moonset, transits of the Sun and Moon, and the beginning and end of civil twilight, along with information on the Moon's phase..."

Example of what you’ll get:
The following information is provided for Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
(longitude W83.6,latitude N41.7):

Monday
28 April 2003 Eastern Daylight Time

SUN
Begin civil twilight 6:06 a.m.
Sunrise 6:35 a.m.
Sun transit 1:32 p.m.
Sunset 8:29 p.m.
End civil twilight 8:59 p.m.

MOON
Moonset 4:51 p.m. on preceding day
Moonrise 5:41 a.m.
Moon transit 11:41 a.m.
Moonset 5:52 p.m.
Moonrise 6:01 a.m. on following day

Phase of the Moon on 28 April: waning crescent with 7% of the Moon's visible disk illuminated. New Moon on 1 May 2003 at 8:15 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

Why is this site cool? Because you can set it to your specific area, put in your state and your city and get very specific information. You can also go worldwide. It’s very nifty, so put in the date and get started. Check out that sun and moon info or check out the rest of the Observatory’s site. Enjoy.

http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/RS_OneDay.html

Do you have a cool, non-commercial site that you want to share?
Send it to Amanda at amanda@worldstart.com