25th November 2005
News is about disseminating information that is to everyone. So follow the golden rule: Only contact a reporter if there is something concrete and news worthy to convey. Most reporters, work on tight deadlines and wasting their time is unjust.
Just a...
24th November 2005
Writers today have so many choices— should I work full time, should I be in print or broadcast media, how about freelance work? The path you choose to tread is "your own." Never select a career based on the needs of family/friends/or popular opinion. The ...
23rd November 2005
Crucial to good public relations is pitching to a reporter. Effective pitching involves extracting and conveying, in less than 30 seconds the core of any story. Be sure to introduce yourself.
Keys aspects are:
• Building a data base of reporters and...
22nd November 2005
Windows XP is an operating system par excellence. Easy to use it comes with some amazing features.
1. The computer management screen allows control of the operating system from a single interface.
2. The event viewer permits viewing of logs maintain...
22nd November 2005
Tips to avoid eye strain and Proper sitting tips while playing games
Gaming means long hours at the computer. Self absorbent and an obsessive hobby, incorrect habits and posture are detrimental to health. Problems like musculoskeletal injuries, eyestrain...
22nd November 2005
The cost of using 'paid for' business software has become prohibitive. Both businesses and home users are focusing on new and affordable avenues.
The options include free software:
• StarOffice: The code base can be accessed at OpenOffice.org. T...
22nd November 2005
Public relations entail media relations, creation of press releases, copywriting and making of brochures/catalogues, advertising, and sponsorship. Whether you have a home based business, a freelance service provider, or run a small firm/ business, you wil...
22nd November 2005
A pitch tells a story. What is essential is not how you send a pitch but to whom.
Find out, the most effective print or broadcasting media for your story. Determine how the organization works, who farms out assignments. Every journalist has preferences...
22nd November 2005
Data on a PC needs vigilance. With Internet access, data is at considerable risk from spy ware and other browsers. Eliminate risks by securing your PC. Anonymity of the net is not enough protection. Many can gain access and steal data, implant data, or da...
