Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Ladybug, ladybug...don't fly away
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Originally uploaded by joy_jla
Examples of the types of photos I like to take to use for the birthday cards I create.
Flickr
I take alot of photos that I need/want to share with my family so I created a Flickr account as I am exploring different ways to do this.
Flickr does a pretty good job of walking you through each step you need to take. It will take some more exploring on my part before I can make a recommendation. Using the blogging function with a picture is useful if you want to only show picture and link back to your gallery. Otherwise if you want mutliple photos in your post it is easier to use the add picture link in the new post form.
I think that Flickr would an excellent way for the library to off the programs that have occurred. The library account could also show how inviting our building is by featuring pictures of the interior, exterior, collections and surrounding land (i.e. the walking trail and marsh). Showing off the library could also be a contest for the staff members who take pictures of what they think showcases the services we provide and/or the features of the building.
Flickr does a pretty good job of walking you through each step you need to take. It will take some more exploring on my part before I can make a recommendation. Using the blogging function with a picture is useful if you want to only show picture and link back to your gallery. Otherwise if you want mutliple photos in your post it is easier to use the add picture link in the new post form.
I think that Flickr would an excellent way for the library to off the programs that have occurred. The library account could also show how inviting our building is by featuring pictures of the interior, exterior, collections and surrounding land (i.e. the walking trail and marsh). Showing off the library could also be a contest for the staff members who take pictures of what they think showcases the services we provide and/or the features of the building.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
YouTube
At times I think that you can lose days when you are surfing YouTube. The variety is endless...things you forgot about, didn't know about and want to watch again. It's all there if you can find it.
Now for the critque. I just wish that everyone who uploaded content only uploaded 'quality' recordings. A jumpy picture is an old home movie AND I don't want to encourage illegal recordings.
Now for the critque. I just wish that everyone who uploaded content only uploaded 'quality' recordings. A jumpy picture is an old home movie AND I don't want to encourage illegal recordings.
Pandora
It has been awhile since I last used Pandora and I admit at first I had a little trouble finding my way around the new version (they moved things on me). However, it is still relatively simple to use. I was slightly disappointed to see hear a commercial on "my" radio station but at least it is only ONE commercial not 10. The one thing that I never liked was not being able to see and rate the upcoming songs. But if everything was perfect and the way you wanted them to be there would be nothing to complain about or have the ability to improve upon. So if you don't have an ipod or the equivalent... this is a good alternative to being able to listen to music while you work.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Mistaken
Okay...so I was mistaken. I have tried Google Reader. Didn't like it. I will be sticking with Bloglines.
Feed readers
I have tried both Yahoo! and Bloglines as RSS feed readers. I found Bloglines to be more user friendly and suitable for my needs. As part of the Tune-Up I will take a look at Google Reader but I make no promises as to whether or not I will actually use it.
Blogs, part 2
In checking out the recommened library blogs I found Hennepin County's to be very confusing. How do I know which feed to subscribe to if I can't view what has already been posted? Denver PL was more user friendly. I think that the LaGrange Park and Glenside blogs are good examples of libraries promoting themselves and what they do.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Blogs
Sometimes I think that I have too many blogs to read even with Bloglines as a filter. My current count of blogs I follow is 87. Sometimes I think that they are necessary evil and othertimes I really look forward to reading them all. Either way blogs are the easiest and best way to keep current with what is going on with any topic that I find I need or want to follow.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
I dislike Blogger
As in the first post I am being good and following the Tune-Up procedures. As the Chair of the Technology Planning Committee I feel that this the correct and proper think do. However, I don't have to like it. :) Personally I am a fan of Wordpress for blogging. You have more control over the template of your blog, there aren't as many steps to edit your post and I think that it is easier to use/navigate. Just my opinion.
That's number 5
Count em up.. I've got 5. Yes, that's right...I've got 5 email addresses.
Okay, okay...so I'm being good and following the instructions for the Technology Tune-Up. But do I really need a FIFTH email address? I don't think so, but I was good and did it anyways. However, I will delete it at the end of the program.
Okay, okay...so I'm being good and following the instructions for the Technology Tune-Up. But do I really need a FIFTH email address? I don't think so, but I was good and did it anyways. However, I will delete it at the end of the program.
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