Student SS Numbers Captured by Google

I have to side with Google here; if the social security number weren’t being used as a student ID number then there would be no problem.

The temporary injunction, granted by the Honorable Richard D. Boner, calls for Google to remove any information pertaining to Catawba County Schools Board of Educatioeges conversion and trespass against the corporation.

In short, schools say Google grabbed information they shouldn’t have.

Google says they are wrong.
Winston-Salem Journal | Blame game:

Seventeen online backup services - Lifehacker

Seventeen online backup services - Lifehacker:
PC World reviews 17 online storage solutions for your off-site backup needs and give IBackup their highest rating.

For anyone who doesn’t already have server space for backup, this roundup is a nice summary of prices and features.

Ask Lifehacker Readers: Decorating without a footprint - Lifehacker

Spice up those boring dorm walls:

Ask Lifehacker Readers: Decorating without a footprint - Lifehacker:
As a student I want to freshen up my boring institutional-concrete-walls but am unable to do so because:

1. I can not make any holes in the wall (regulations on the dormitory).
2. I do not know what else to do to my walls, windows, doors.

Reading the recent article “Quick DIY photo gift” I wanted to do something similar, but I can not attach it to the wall.

ArchiCAD 10 Student Edition USA - Reviews and free downloads at Download.com

Graphisoft offers student edition of 3D CAD program; freeware, no restrictions.

ArchiCAD 10 Student Edition USA - Reviews and free downloads at Download.com:
Graphisoft’s ArchiCAD 10 delivers new and enriched capabilities designed to help architectural students to develop their concepts, and prepare for their virtual modeling career. Its interactive training guide supports their move into virtual building design. ArchiCAD helps users analyze their designs earlier: assess the spatial properties and design impact in 3D, generate accurate documentation rapidly and efficiently coordinate projects both internally and externally. ArchiCAD’s open platform allows integration with environmental, organic modeling and structural applications to further enhance and refine the architectural design to meet client and authority standards.

Borrow National, and International Mags in Electronic Media

Some mags I would much rather read on my Mac because I like to annotate, bookmark, search, etc. This site offers tons of international mags on loan. If you have a subscription to the hardcopy version, then check this site to see if they have the electronic version.

SpyMag
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Stopdesign | Google Calendar tips

Sweet Jaysus! Google is trying to kill us with solutions. I, for one, love the choice and the hope offered by Google. For almost any need: file sharing, email, calendar, spreadsheet, rich text document collaboration, etc. I can find a Google solution. Pretty soon, I’ll be able to push iCal calendars to Google, along with my address book, and more.

Take a browse over to Stopdesign and peek at their Google Calendar hacks.

Stopdesign | Google Calendar tips:
Since I’ve been an early user of Google Calendar for a few months now, thought I’d share a few tips that may make the jump a little smoother for others. Some tips may seem obvious, other tips may be completely new to you. Specifically, I’ve noticed hesitation by Mac users in trying Google Calendar, which I’ll address in a few Mac-only tips sprinkled in with the rest.

kothari.ca » hands in my PocketMod

A DIY day planner that fits in your pocket.

kothari.ca » hands in my PocketMod:
for the last couple of months i have been using the PocketMod, an ingenious origami pda. essentially a mini-DIY-daytimer, it is cheap and easy to make, and i make one for each month to keep my life organized. i carry it around in my wallet and whip it out anytime i need to make plans…

Fifty Ways to Take Notes

Taking notes is an essential skill for students, this post on SolutionWatch.com details some of the most effective.

Fifty Ways to Take Notes:
I am constantly writing notes. Whether it be for my blog, work, meeting, new ideas, or just basic notes, I am always jotting something down. So I started thinking about all the services I’ve used for taking notes and thought it would be a good idea to share them with you and while I’m at it, to make a list of any others that I find. Now, when it comes to note taking, I personally look for quick and simple. If I have something on my mind, I don’t want to go through some advanced system and climb a mountain just to save a note for myself. There won’t be all the note taking tools out there on my list, but ones that I feel get the job done well.

Never do your dishes again - Lifehacker

I don’t know maybe you’re living in a dorm, or a frat house, or an off campus apartment–heck maybe you’re living at home and just hate the idea of doing dishes; whatever the case this tip from Lifehacker.com has genius written all over it.

Back in my bachelor days, I lived on my own for a while. I hated doing dishes; however, I enjoyed eating off of plates. At some point, I realized that plates were merely platforms to hold food. I got the idea to place plastic wrap over plates or any other hard surface to recreate a clean plate. So, if you don’t want to do the dishes any more, get some microwaveable plastic wrap and place it over your plate. When you’re done eating, throw out or recycle your plastic wrap.
Never do your dishes again - Lifehacker

The Adventures of Systems Boy!: Publish iCal Calendars on the Internet for Free

The Adventures of Systems Boy!: Publish iCal Calendars on the Internet for Free:
Ever want to share your iCal calendars on the ‘net? Well, I have. Unfortunately, iCal publishing requires a server that runs the WebDAV protocol. Apple’s .Mac offers such a service, and .Mac, indeed, uses WebDAV. But .Mac costs money, and I’ve never seen a compelling enough reason to pay for it. Setting up iCal on a Macintosh server is also fairly easy, but it’s an awful lot of trouble to go to and a waste of resources if all you’re interested in is sharing your iCal calendars. But today I’ve discovered an easier — and free — way to do just that.