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The Cool Tricks and Trinkets Newsletter #75 2/3/00 |
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56K Multimedia Heaven <><><><><><><><><><> Those of us lucky enough to have high-speed connections, enjoy the Internet's rich media sites without a second thought, while the majority of surfers are forced to pass over many multimedia presentations because they take so long to load. Finally, there's a multimedia site for the dialup user. Neon Sky is an experiment in high-end presentations for low-bandwith users. They carefully combine graphics, photos, audio and video using Flash technology to create one of the most interesting interfaces I've seen. Be sure to check out the Wrestling clip, which takes a look at professional wrestling in the south. 56K Multimedia Heaven - Neon Sky If you're looking for information about the famous, the infamous, and the not so famous, check out, Lives, the Biography Resource. It's a content-rich site dedicated to indexing the online biographies of thousands of historical, cultural and scientific figures. Search the list by name or browse such categories as US Civil War, Eras, and Regions. Today, millions of men and women are choosing to become consultants, freelancers, independent contractors and professional free agents. If you include yourself in this category, you'll enjoy what this site has to offer. FreeAgent.com has created a community where you can create and publish your work portfolio on your own unique URL, find or offer potential work projects, discuss ideas in specific fields, or search for qualified freelancers that suit your needs. An excellent business networking resource! Freelance at Last - Free Agent (free) -------------SPONSOR'S MESSAGE--------------- LOOKING FOR A NEW OR USED CAR? Personal car buyer will save you time and money on the purchase of your next new or used car or truck. Shop in complete privacy - no dealer will call you. The total fee you pay is only $19.95. To speak to a personal car buyer call 1-800-983-7300 or visit our website at http://www.personalcarbuyer.com. ------------ Please Support Our Sponsor ------------- SHORT TAKES: For many years I have been consulting the Chinese Book of Wisdom , The I Ching, to gain a balanced view of any situation needing clarity. This online version is easy to use and filled with great insights. If you need guidance, ask the javascript oracle. <><><><><><><><> Sterograms are pictures hidden within a background, which you can see if you're able to relax and defocus your eyes. This site teaches you how to see in 3D and offers an interesting selection of these hidden images. <><><><><><><><> Looking for a gift for someone who has everything? How about an Internet connected picture frame. Ceiva.com has created a digital picture frame that has the power to load its own pictures directly from the Internet. It is a great way for families to stay in touch. Turn your friends on to Tricks and Trinkets by clicking here. Regeneration TV is a worker owned media collective dedicated to providing informative, challenging, and entertaining programming for a diverse audience. It provides an environment where viewers are treated like independent thinkers rather than passive consumers. This site combines groundbreaking musical trends and performers, relevant and insightful news, and an open forum for guest speakers and documentary filmmakers to deliver a one-of-a-kind viewing experience. No databases to dig through to find the meat in this GREAT site. Over the centuries it was believed that man, by fusing the elements of Water, Earth , Air and Fire, could find his way to eternal wealth. The Origin Xpedition to the Source is the framework for four major Xpeditions that will be based on the 4 sources of our planet. Each expedition in itself is fascinating. Follow Xpedition Air as it makes its way through the impenetrable forests of Peru, or the Earth team as it crosses the Gibson Desert on foot, (that's 1000 kilometers of Australian desert!) or Xpedition Fire as they climb active volcanoes all over the world. Advertise in Tricks and Trinkets and reach a savvy onlne audience. Contact me for details at info@tricksandtrinkets.com Metafilter is a weblog that anyone can contribute a link or a comment to. Its purpose is to break down the barriers between people, to extend a weblog beyond just one person, and to foster discussion among its members. The site has centralized numerous discussions so you can participate on topics ranging from the "New Northern Ireland" to "Microsoft's font demos" The topics get more interesting as people with different interests participate. Esoteric Collaboration - Metafilter If the mere mention of income tax or the kinder and gentler IRS stress you out, help is at hand. To guide you through the rough seas in this tax season, Gary Klott, a former NY Times tax columnist, has created a site that contains enough tax resources to sooth us all. Get the latest tax news including recent legislation, new tax laws, hot tips, tax forms and a library that holds the latest IRS publications and news releases. So you want to be a rock and roll star, well listen to me hear what I say! Check out Intermusic. This site contains valuable information for the aspiring musician along with thousand of reviews on equipment ranging from the old to the new, all searchable by model and manufacturer. There is also a vast shareware section with guitar tuners, MP3 rippers, samples and many other cool downloads as well as news and links to lots of artists. Rock and Roll Star - Intermusic SUBSCRIBERS' SITES - Many of our subscribers have fascinating on-line projects. This weekly section will introduce you to some of these sites. Please let me know about your project so that I might mention it in this section. Write me at info@tricksandtrinkets.com ~ Main Street Mom - Magazine for modern mothers with traditional values. ~ Pittypatt's World of Backpacking - Backpacking from a woman's point of view. ~ Free Winamp MP3 Playlist Generator <playlist@pontybrenin.freeserve.co.uk> ~ Spiff - A fun site packed with entertaining things to do. Barbara Gray ~ ZAP Those AOL Time Warnings - Resource for staying connected. ~ Computer courses - Instructor led, computer-based, plus FREE classes! ~ Valentines for your Valentine - Tell that special someone that you care. ~ Wadda-U-Want - Entertaining links you probably didn't know existed. ~
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