Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Top Articles & Content Writing on Internet

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Pobre innovació

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:51 PM PDT

Enric I. Canela Ja no call comentar res de nou, simplement anunciar que la ministra Cristina Garmendia diu que la Llei de la Ciència i Tecnologia rebrà el vist-i-plau del Consell de Ministres en un mes. Ja porta gairebé un any en consultes i comitès. A veure com acaba quedant l'avant-projecte. És, sembla, la resposta a Joan Mulet, director de la Fundació COTEC, que ha dit que l'executiu ha de fer canvis si no es vol perdre el que s'ha assolit en deu anys. Per altra banda, Cristin

Microsoft Issues Record Number of Security Updates

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:49 PM PDT

Microsoft Corp. Read the rest here:Microsoft Issues Record Number of Security Updates No tags for this post. Related postsNo related posts.

5 Reasons: Why New Macs and iPhone are Lacking

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:46 PM PDT

Today at Apple's World Wide Developer Conference, many things were unveiled. The new MacBook specs and MacBook Pro, slashed prices, the new iPhone 3G S, and of course, Apple's next installment of OS X, Snow Leopard. Despite the fanfare however, Apple's announcements were largely non-exciting. Yeah it's true. I do use Macs. But it's true too I have several custom built PCs at home. The announcements shown off today however, reveal that Apple is indeed not a hardware company. It's a software c

la « solution à deux Etats » est une menace pour le peuple palestinien et pour le droit au retour

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:45 PM PDT

Ahmad Sa'adat depuis sa cellule d'isolement à Asqelan : la « solution à deux Etats » est une menace pour le peuple palestinien et pour le droit au retour Par Ahmad Saadat Ahmad Sa'adat, Secrétaire général du Front Populaire de Libération de la [...]

Nou jaciment d’ocupació: el mediador TIC

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:42 PM PDT

Al darrer post vaig proposar-vos algunes idees sobre com aconseguir que les relacions entre les ONL i els proveïdors TIC siguin profitoses . Suposo que no descobreixo res si afegeixo que només en seran, de profitoses, si ho són per a les dues parts, com en qualsevol relació. Torno a insistir en una de les idees que proposava, concretament la #2. Deia així: "Busqueu un proveïdor amb qui us entengueu sense necessitat de traductor. Una opció pràctica (a més de coherent) és mirar dins del propi

Are You Making Content Creation Harder Than It Has to Be?

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:39 PM PDT

I know I was. Then I heard some great stuff recently and it got me looking at things so much differently. I used to think I had to come up with totally new content for my blog posts, my ezine articles, my newsletters, squidoo lenses, hubpages ~ phew, that's a lot of content to come up with. Here's what I now realize I can repurpose almost ALL of the content and have to do a lot less work, and get a lot more traffic. Here's how I do it now. The first priority on my "to do" list these days

Advantages and Disadvantages of a Flash-based Web Design

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:39 PM PDT

Alwin Wright 123Triad: Web Design & SEO Company Advantages and Disadvantages of a Flash-based Web Design In the past few years, Flash-based web design has been increasing in popularity. One reason in the increase of its reputation is the great features Flash has. However, some people think that having Flash on a website is unnecessary and that it [...]

Breaking: Sims 3 on PC Sells Over 1.4 Million

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:36 PM PDT

EA Games has just announced that since the release of Sims 3 last week, EA has sold well over 1.4 Million copies! The release of Sims 3 for the PC has just made its mark as one of the first biggest PC game launches of All Time! I would like to say that Sims is [...]

Resort Equities - Luxury Shared Ownership

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:36 PM PDT

Resort Equities was founded in 2004 and is the brainchild of Managing Partners, Kimball Small and Keith Cox. Kimball and Keith, along with the Resort Equities team, represent over 50 years of collaborative real estate development, business, resort and hospitality experience.

How To Identify Acne Face Scars

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:35 PM PDT

Acne is a kind of skin infection that has the ability to bear upon both teenagers and adults. Getting acne is annoying for many people to contend with because it can get so tough that the only method utilized to remove them is through unique medicinal drugs and other such drastic treatments. For many individuals [...] a How To Identify Acne Face Scars

Ask Debz . Com :: Content Creation

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:03 PM PDT

Contention creation website.

Writing Microcopy - Bokardo

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 01:14 PM PDT

* When signing up for a newsletter, say "this low-volume newsletter" * When people add their emails, say "we hate spam as much as you do" * When subscribing for something free, say "you can always unsubscribe at any time" * When selling an paid-for web application, be sure to let people know if you have a free trial. * When storing customer's information, say "You can export your information at any time" * If offering optional account creation, say "If you create an account, you'll be able to track your package"

Writing Microcopy

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 10:29 AM PDT

Writing Microcopy - Bokardo

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 10:28 AM PDT

Quick article on the importance of small bits of text on your website - microcopy

Writing Microcopy

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 09:51 AM PDT

"The fastest way to improve your interface is to improve your copy-writing."

Writing Microcopy

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 09:31 AM PDT

I remember the first time I realized how much even the smallest copy can matter in an interface...

Writer’s Block…A Thing Of The Past

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 09:29 AM PDT

The best way is always to stop when you are going good and when you know what will happen next. If you do that every day … you will never be stuck. Always stop while you are going good and don't think about it or worry about it until you start to write the next day. That way your subconscious will work on it all the time. But if you think about it consciously or worry about it you will kill it and your brain will be tired before you start.

Oregon lightning victim, 14, doesn't remember hit - OregonLive.com

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 08:33 AM PDT

Writing Microcopy - Bokardo

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 08:22 AM PDT

Writing Microcopy - Bokardo

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 07:55 AM PDT

BadFormat! - CONTRIBUTE AND COLLABORATE

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 07:41 AM PDT

Easy on the Adverbs, Exclamation Points and Especially Hooptedoodle - Elmore Leonard

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 05:12 AM PDT

"If it sounds like writing, I rewrite it."

Writing Software is Like ... Writing

Posted: 09 Jun 2009 02:01 AM PDT

Writing Software is Like ... Writing

Posted: 08 Jun 2009 11:24 PM PDT

Just say no to “software engineering” | Compound Thinking

Posted: 08 Jun 2009 09:59 PM PDT

Basic Computer Skills for Authors

Posted: 08 Jun 2009 03:54 PM PDT

Basic computer skills for authors are important when presenting a manuscript to publishers. Basic computer skills go beyond typing skills. Some writers were writing back when typewriters were THE advanced technology. There's nothing wrong with this. Old school typists exude disciplined typing ability. While this is a good asset to have, computer skills separate professional writers from amateurs. Basic computer skills reduce the need for intensive production work during layout.

The following strategies assist in the layout of a manuscript and follow standard conventions for submitting to publishers.

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1. Allow lines to wrap normally in paragraphs.
Hitting enter after eye-balling where a line should break is a very "typewriter thing" to do. The enter key has taken the place of a carriage return on a typewriter. A word processor is designed to allow lines to break naturally, without the typist guessing when to hit the enter key. Not allowing lines to wrap normally can cause them to break in odd places on the page. If this happens and the person typing tries to make changes, such as adding words, the lines will become too short, or the last few words will wrap over by themselves.

Here is an example of a forced line break:
Billy likes long socks, preferably socks that cover his knees. If Billy's socks slouch,
he will not be happy.

This is what will happen if the author tries to add words to the sentence above:
Billy likes long socks, preferably socks that cover his knees. If Billy's socks slouch,
he will tape them above the knees and
he will not be happy.

Imagine a 300 plus page document like this.

2. Use page breaks to start a chapter on a new page.
A lot of authors will hit the enter key, and continue to hit it until "Chapter Five" gets pushed down to the next page. Yikes! When the manuscript is printed at its final size, the pages will end up in different places than what was shown on the computer screen. There will be big gaps in the manuscript, and the chapter will appear in the middle or the end of the page, instead of at the top. Using a page break will automatically force "Chapter Five" down to the next page without all the paragraph breaks.

3. Place one space after a period, not two.
Typewriters were designed to use only single spaced letters. So, in conventional English typing standards, two spaces were manually placed after a sentence to separate one from another. Our word processors were designed with this in mind, and now it's only required to use one space after a period. Two spaces leave an unpleasant, unnecessary gap between sentences. Regardless, word processors alleviate the need for two spaces.

4. Use automatic first line indents instead of tabs or spaces.
Tabbing will require each line to be adjusted manually. Spacing leaves lines uneven. Automatic first line indents allow all lines to adjust at once, so there's no going back to the document to tweak each paragraph.

5. Double space throughout a document.
This is a standard submission convention for submitting to publishers. This also makes the document easier to read and allows for note taking. Set the text to automatically double space.

6. Use one-inch margins all around a document.
Using one-inch margins all around a document is not only a standard convention, but also it provides a consistent look.

7. Use one extra line break to separate scenes in a chapter.
This gives the reader a clue that the scenes are changing.

8. Don't use any extra line breaks after paragraphs, aside from number 7.
Using extra line breaks after paragraphs (with the exception of number 7) makes the document appear sloppy or too broken up.

9. Use standard 12-point Times New Roman font throughout.
This is also a standard convention for submission to publishers. Using 12-point Times New Roman font keeps the document simple, uniform, and easy to read. Too many different fonts and styles can make the document appear unpolished. Font changes, if any, will occur during the typesetting process later.

10. Obtain a correct word count.
Giving a correct word count is more accurate than a page count, which can change depending on the final layout. Only include a count from "Chapter 1" to the end of the book.

11. Send pictures or book graphics to be included in the text of the manuscript as separate files.
In the manuscript where the graphic would appear, type the comment, "insert (give file name)." Make sure to give the specific file name, as opposed to "insert picture of me and my family." Chances are, you will have many similar pictures. This makes sure the right picture goes where you want it.

Following these basics computer guidelines will allow for a clear, consistent, and legible manuscript. These basic guidelines will also help the final formatting and layout process go smoother. Although this service is provided at no cost by Precise Edit, many editing services charge extra for formatting. Check with the editor for service details and rates. The submission process should be about the author's content, not about how difficult it was for the publisher to review the author's manuscript.

Article written by Alina Padilla
Precise Edit Marketing Support

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