Most people use the USB flash drives merely for storage. However, you can also run applications off of them. This is especially useful for shared computers. Your bookmarks, history, passwords, etc are stored on the USB key instead of the library’s computer for the world to see.
App-Stick is a great resource for applications that can be run from your USB drive. They have a wide variety of programs, from Firefox to Open Office to games.
Quality graphics and images can become a major expense for any marketing department. Here are two web sites for free resources: Stock Xchange and Icon Buffet.
Stock Xchange is an “open-source” stock photography house. All of the images are free to use without royalties. What’s the catch? You’ll need to honor the photographer’s restrictions; from as simple as letting them know where it is used to not being able to use the image on a commercial site. You are also encouraged to upload your own images for others to share. Think of it as a distributed image pool.
Icon Buffet takes distribution to a new realm. They design high-quality icon sets that you can purchase. However, they also get people like you to spread their name by giving away free icons. When you sign up, you are given a free set of icons that you can download and/or share with your friends. When they sign up, they also get a different set which they can share with you. Pretty soon, you’ll have your friends downloading new sets and trading them like free baseball cards.
While the icons you receive are very high quality, Icon Buffet gives away the “extra” parts that come with a theme. If you want the most useful pieces, you’ll need to purchase the full set. Still, you’re getting some great artwork for free or little money.
The next time marketing director asks for a budget increase, point them to these sites. You can’t beat the price!
Symantec announced a new virus today. While the W32.Sober.Q is not a high level threat, its is a good reminder to keep your virus software up to date.
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