Decreasing Picture File Size in Office 2010

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A picture can say 1000 words, but it can also take up 1000 kb. How do we balance the increasing need for visually stimulating presentations, emails, and documents with the challenge of increasing file sizes? As digital cameras and scanners technology advances to allow for higher-quality photos, we … [Read more...]

Office 2010: Photo Editing Tools

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In the past, if you wanted to edit a picture to use in a presentation or document then you would need an expensive third-party program like Photoshop, but now with Office 2010 edit your pictures with a few simple clicks. Two easy to use tools that can make your pictures look more professional are … [Read more...]

Office 2010: Using the Screen Clipping Tool

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Sometimes it is necessary to take a picture of your computer screen while working in Office 2010. It can be valuable when communicating via email or documenting processes and/or procedures. Windows has a built-in tool for capturing screenshots, but now in Office 2010 the tools have been enhanced to … [Read more...]

Optimizing Boot up Time (Part II)

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Have you ever noticed when you log into your computer there is plenty of time to walk away and grab a cup of coffee  before you can start working? OR has the dreaded hour glass shown up when you are in the middle of a project? There are several ways you can optimize your boot up time and in general … [Read more...]