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FREE SOFTWARE REVIEW: Serif WebPlus SE

Serif WebPlus SE is the perfect web development software for those who are not blessed with programming skills, but who are very eager to create their own web sites. During my university years, I have used this software for simple web development projects, and I truly found it to be very useful, not to mention very handy for someone who hasn't learned a thing about HTML yet. To start with, let me tell you that WebPlus SE is not as competitive as MS Front Page and Macromedia Dreamweaver, especially in terms of features and functions. The application also has a slightly old-fashioned work window that is akin to Adobe Photoshop’s. But, the good thing is that its list of bad points ends here. What’s great about WebPlus SE is that it’s totally FREE. It is also very user friendly and – taking into consideration that you can get it without paying anything, this software is considerably very functional. This web development program is packed with professionally designed web page templa

A Change In Focus

If you haven't noticed, this blog started as a page for publishing anything which I have written... Well, since I want to make the most of this endeavor and I want to get high page rankings (yup, for the sake of credibility, information awareness, and profitability..sssshhh), I think I should start focusing on a particular niche. So, taking into consideration my special interest in exploring computer applications and the world wide web, I have decided to divert all my attention to information technology and start reviewing IT-related businesses and jobs, as well as some free software programs... :)

Willie Revillame and his astounding form of "Respect" for Cory Aquino

Last Monday, the Wowowee TV show host Willie Revillame made one of the most astounding remarks of "respect" towards the late former President Corazon "Cory" Aquino - He angrily told his crew not to insert a video of the cortege in his show's segment "Willie of Fortune". “’Di po maganda. Nagsasaya kami dito habang nagluluksa ang sambayanang Pilipino. ’Di ko magagampanan ang pagpapatawa habang ipinapakita ang libing ng dating presidente,” Revillame said as his show was in broadcast along with the special coverage of the funeral procession following the transfer of Aquino’s remains from La Salle Green Hills to the Manila Cathedral. The day after, he came up with an apology and claimed that what he did was a sign of deep respect for Cory. Deep respect, he says. Well, that's a really awkward and inconsiderate form of respect for someone that's considered to be the Saint of the People Power revolution. Like Cory, Willie is indeed a very popular pe

Gender Themes: Comparing Themes in "The Joys of Motherhood" and "Purple Hibiscus"

Literary works have been regarded as fictional historical narratives. These works of art reflect not only the thoughts and feelings of the authors. They also show prevalent sociological subjects through their thematic contents. Among the most talked about social topics which have been adapted by literary works is gender. Many novels, poems, and short stories relate a story of men and women who possess stereotypical characteristics and roles. Some representations even present arguments on how gender roles are adapted and developed. Others show different premises regarding gender development. Two novels – “The Joys of Motherhood” by Buchi Emecheta and “Purple Hibiscus” by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – serve the said function. The novels deliver the stories of families struggling with the social and physical implications of their gender roles. They showed stories of individuals – fathers, wives, sons, and daughters – who were forced to deal between cultural conflicts. In the said stor

The Basics of Emergency Nursing

Nurses play a very important role in our healthcare system. From the very basic definition of nurses as healthcare providers, the field of nursing has largely expanded into a network of serving with various levels of education and expertise, and a wide range of specializations- one of which is emergency nursing. What is an emergency room nurse? Basically, an emergency room nurse is a health service provider who is expected to provide emergency care to patients. They are expected to work in the emergency ward of healthcare institutions, and/or in the field where the health or life of patients are at risk. Normally, the roles of a professional emergency nurse include the implementation of first aid measures, the preparation for or the actual inspection of the patient’s condition, the notation of the patient’s vital signs such as the pulse-rate, blood pressure, body temperature prior to the actual subjection to required emergency room procedures. After the preliminary procedures,

Music in Shakespeare's "The Twelfth Night"

In general, music was made in the very same way that literary works are created- through the imaginative and inventive minds and hearts of highly creative beings. They are also mostly made for the same definitive purpose- to be a medium created to impart a particular image or idea open for various interpretations of the audiences. As such, an effort that demands a combination of both music and literary artistry should be considered as a uniquely challenging piece worthy of recognition and analysis. A perfect example of this is Shakespeare’s The Twelfth Night . To carefully examine the effect of musical incorporation in literary works, this paper aims to explore: “The use of music- particularly songs- in order to enhance the thematic focus of the play, the Twelfth Night.” For this purpose, we will identify the theme supported by the songs as: Happiness is a grand opportunity that comes rarely and therefore, should be seized readily. Moreover, throughout the play, happiness is more o

Birmingham, The City Of A Thousand Trades

The city dubbed as the “workshop of the world” and “the city of a thousand trades” – Birmingham – lies in the West Midlands region of England. After London, it is the second most populated country in Britain and it is quite popular for its relevance as a tourist spot and as a center of commercial activity in the United Kingdom. Undeniably, one can say that if you know the rich history of this city, you definitely have a good view of how the whole of Britain developed into what it is now. So, for those interested in the inspiring cultural and historical growth of the United Kingdom as a dominating world power, then a look into the development of Birmingham is definitely a must. Its early beginnings… Birmingham had humble beginnings. It was first recorded as a small village that was worth no more than twenty shillings as written in the Domesday Book of 1086. Based on the narratives, the place which extended on to the banks of the River Rea was just a farming hamlet occu

Obituary: Corazon Conjuangco Aquino

Former Philippine President Corazon Cojuangco Aquino, age 76, known as the “Mother of Philippine Democracy” died at a Manila Hospital on July 31, 2009, after a very courageous yearlong battle with colon cancer. The late President was born on Jan. 25, 1933 to one of the wealthiest families in the Philippines . Her family had great political power in Tarlac, a province which lies about 70 miles away from Manila . She gained prominence in 1983, after her husband, the late democracy advocate Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino was gunned down at an international airport in Manila just moments after his plane arrived from his exile in the United States . Ninoy Aquino was regarded as the longtime political adversary of then president Ferdinand Marcos. Investigations and reports revealed that his escorts were the ones who assassinated him. The death of Ninoy infuriated the Filipino people and sparked the People Power revolution. After the death of her husband, Corazon Aquino led the biggest fun

How to Conduct Employee Performance Appraisals

Regular performance appraisals are vital for the development of both the employer and the employee. Performance appraisals ensure that the needs and expectations of the employer are met properly by the employees. These reviews also maintain productivity and harmony within the organization. As for the employees, appraisals provide them with a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities to the company. It also maintains healthy working relationships between superiors and subordinates. During performance reviews, employees also gain a deeper knowledge on their strengths and weaknesses which they can use to further develop their talents and skills. Typical Performance Appraisal Process Phase 1: Set the performance standards The performance standards must be legally valid, unbiased, and in accordance with the industry’s qualifications. However, such should also be designed according to the actual needs of the company with regards to the organizational setup and work distr

What You Should Expect From An Affiliate Program: Tell-Tale Signs That It is Legitimate

Recent statistics show that one in every twenty affiliate programs available in the World Wide Web is a scam. What’s worse is that many people fall victim to these scammers. Unfortunately, they are newbies who are not that aware of how affiliate marketing truly work. These scam victims are either unaware of the various characteristics that one can expect from an affiliate program or they just ignored the doubts that they had. Expect much if you want to gain much… Affiliate marketing is a reliable trade. It is not a hocus-pocus field of work that any body can engage in. Just like any kind of job; it requires one to exert effort and work. Affiliate marketing experts that if the marketing program is truly legitimate, it will require some work from the marketer– that means the marketer will have to write articles and direct traffic to the merchant’s site. To earn much, the marketer will be asked to produce well written reviews of the product and offer some back links that will di

How To Avoid Affiliate Marketing Scams

Many affiliate marketing scams are out there and if you are a newbie, you might easily fall victim in the hands of expert cons who are just waiting for somebody that they could prey on. The most common forms of affiliate marketing scams There are two types of affiliate marketing scams offered these days – those that steal your commission and those that will just try to collect promotions from you through “free sites”. The floater boxes: Merchants who steal your commission often make use of floater boxes. A floater box refers to that pop-up box that offers browser help. It usually presents a sign-up form and encourages the customer to avoid all the hassles and sign up right away. When you send a user to the website of the merchant, the floater box appears and poof! All of your supposed commissions from that transaction will disappear the moment the user opts to click the box and register. The floater box steals your supposed commission since that is where the user fu

Avoid Being Scammed, Know How Affiliate Marketing Scams Usually Work

Affiliate marketing scams are quite popular these days. Unfortunately, more and more people are becoming victims of these scams. If you are planning to plunge in the field of affiliate marketing and you want to make sure that you won’t fall victim to the works of expert cons, you should be aware of the usual process of how affiliate marketing scams – in the form of affiliate links opportunity sites - usually work. Less work input, more profits There is a common scam formula that is very effective – enticing people by promising them instant huge rewards in exchange for less work input. When you encounter affiliate marketing scams, you will be enticed to join an affiliate marketing opportunity through a promise of earning big amounts of money without the need to create a site of your own. Aside from earning a six digit income in just a month’s time, you won’t have to buy a web site template that usually costs $20. Moreover, you won’t have to pay $10 for web hosting service

The Signs Of A Scammer: What You Should Be Wary Of In Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate marketing is one of the most lucrative forms of online endeavor that anyone gifted with creative writing and sales marketing can make use of. It won’t be a surprise if you are planning to join the trade. However, just like in any business endeavor, you have to be careful. There are many scammers that exist online and you sure don’t want to be the one that they’re preying on. Stories of an affiliate marketing scam victim Where will you get the best warning signs that will tell you who is a scammer and who’s not? Aside from the scammer himself, the best resource would be the victims. They can tell you what they have experienced and exactly what you can expect from a scammer, assuming that they have learned their lesson well. Victims of scam programs often narrate that most scammers appear as obvious unscrupulous personas. You will have doubts about the scammer the moment he proposes an affiliate program to you. So how is it that many still fall victims to these b

Crinagen Hair Treatment Review

Crinagen is a natural formula of various herbal ingredients which are known for inhibiting DHT. Thus, it is believed to stop hair loss and then promote the natural hair growing process. Based on most statements of the product users, Crinagen should only be used after the prescriptions medications have been tried and tested. How does Crinagen Work? Crinagen addresses the root cause of most hair loss cases – the dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT damages the hair follicles. When this happens, the body’s immune system responds and inflammation happens. This response introduces more damages to the follicles, and most of the time, causes the death of death of the follicular cells. Technically, the best way to stop the development of this hair loss condition – androgenetic alopecia – is by treating the underlying genetic problem which causes DHT. This can be made only through gene therapy that has not been perfectly developed up to now. So, what Crinagen does is to offer the next best

Corvinex Hair Loss Treatment Review

Corvinex is a popular hair loss solution used by many people nowadays. However, it has a number of positive and negative aspects. Basically, you cannot use Corvinex if you are a woman. It has some chemicals which are not fir for the physiological make-up of a woman. What’s more is that it may have some adverse side effects especially for those who are pregnant or for those who are of the reproductive age and are planning to get pregnant. Corvinex is generally efficient as a hair loss solution. Just like other hair loss medications, it will take some time before it can produce visible results. In majority of the product users, they observed positive results after two months of continuous use at a dose of twice a day. In some cases, it took them four months before they saw the results. Before you use this solution, you must first examine the reason for your hair loss. Corvinex is only for people who have male pattern baldness. This is characterized by a thinning crown. Male pat

Bosley Hair Treatment Review

If you are considering hair transplantation as the big solution to your hair loss condition, then you must consider Bosley on top of your list of service providers. Bosley is very popular as it has received many positive comments from previous clients. Unlike other hair transplantation procedures, Bosley’s solution is simpler. There are no extensive incisions and the process is an outpatient procedure. It does not require a long recovery period for the patient. In fact, he can even perform his regular set of daily activities just a few hours after the procedure, provided that he doesn’t have to lift weights or do strenuous activities. Just like other hair transplantation process however, Bosley’s solution takes time. It is not something that you can decide on today and have the procedure done a few minutes after. While you can use hair loss supplements and creams right away, this solution entails a lot of waiting and planning. To begin with, you have to visit clinic first in orde

Procerin Hair Loss Treatment Review

Procerin is a solution to hair loss that is offered in the form of tablets or solutions. According to manufacturers and product users, this works efficiently. If you have given up all your hopes in non-surgical solutions to hair loss, this product might just be the solution that you are waiting for. Basically, Procerin works against not all types of baldness. What it targets is the typical kind of balding – the male pattern baldness. Male pattern baldness affects men who are genetically predisposed to be bald. Most of the time, men with this inherited condition will start losing their hair anytime after their puberty. This condition begins with a receding hair line and a thinning crown. While there is no known specific cause of male pattern baldness, what is clear about this type of balding is that it is often triggered by the presence of the hormone Dihydrotestosterone or DHT. DHT causes hair loss as it gradually destroys the hair follicles and inhibits the regular hair grow

Provillus Hair Loss Treatment Review

Provillus is a hair loss treatment product. Unlike other products used to treat balding however, this one is not only for men. It can be used by women as well. If you research on this product’s track record, you will notice that Provillus is a relatively new product. Despite the fact that it is new however, its manufacturer – Ultra Herbal – is credible so the doubts on its effectiveness as a hair loss treatment are greatly reduced. Basically, Provillus helps by promoting the development of hair follicles which are more susceptible for new and healthy hair. It supplies the scalp and hair follicles with enough nourishment in order to bring to life the dying hair follicles, and slow down if not totally stop the balding process. Provillus is especially applicable for people who are suffering hair loss as a result of natural hair pattern baldness – a hair loss condition that’s genetic and a product of aging. To prevent the development of this balding condition, Provillus targ

Book Review: From Silence to Voice, by Bernice Buresh and Suzanne Gordon

The book “Silence to Voice” of Buresh and Gordon addresses one of the most important problems in the nursing profession – the lack of recognition and respect for the hard work and dedication of the nurses. Apparently, the authors note that many nurses do not get the appropriate credit that they deserve for their role as a health care provider due to: (a) the absence of nurses’ participation in health care policy making; (b) the distorted stereotyping of nurses; and (c) the failure of nurses to stress their importance and their contributions to the health care industry. In relation to the identified problems of reluctance towards the nursing profession, the authors also explored what possible measures can be done. It showed how exactly nurses can gain the deference that they ought to have. Studies presented in the book imply that the nurses should initiate and instigate their position as relevant health care providers. To be able to pursue this goal, nurses themselves must learn to e