Welcome to the New & Improved Pixel Forte!
By Pixelforte-Staff on January 25 2008 at 01:34 PM
Greetings & welcome to the new and improved PixelForte.com!!
Here you will find tips, tricks and “Pixel Worthy” sites to check out. Along with our opinions on anything we happen to feel like opinioning on.
Ecotherapy
By Jen on February 24 2008 at 04:54 PM
Are you tiring of hearing about all the pharmaceutical industry’s drug treatments for everything? Have you been thinking it would be great to get back to a more natural lifestyle? You need to look into Ecotherapy.
There is a wealth of ecotherapy information available online. I found that ecotherapy has a goal of reconnecting people with inner peace by getting closer to nature, and experiencing a more natural environment and pace of life. It can help see your life in the proper perspective, and renew a connection with the world around you. Ecotherapy can help you find new insight or inspiration, patience and inner calm.
One point of ecotherapy that I found especially important is the disconnect most of us are feeling with the world around us. The stale office environments we work in all day disconnect us from relationships with both people and the earth.
Perhaps instead of a pharmaceutical solution, we need to take a walk in the natural environment, or embark on an outdoor outing to help get us back to nature.
I recommend you take a look at the great ecotherapy courses available. From ecotherapy workshops and training, to guided walks in Pembrokeshire and eco retreats in Dominica.
Give nature a try. You may just find you feel better and are more relaxed and better able to take on your day!
Selecting a Domain Name
By Jen on February 21 2008 at 02:18 PM
No matter what domain name you buy its unlikely to be worth $ millions straight away, but with some careful though and preparation you can maximise your domain names potential.
Using hyphens
Almost every word in the dictionary has been registered already so its more than likely that you will have to register a combination of words. Should you buy a domain name with a hypen in it?
Generally speaking the answer is no. There are several reasons why not.
Describing a domain name with hyphens can be awkward. Customers have a habit of forgetting the hyphen and typing in the wrong URL. It’s a misconception that hyphens improve search engine rankings, the leading search engines now concentrate on content and pay only limited attention to the URL itself.
Consider a ccTLD
There is no evidence that Country Code Top level domains (ccTLD’s) are treated differently by Search Engines, though there can be advantages and disadavantages if your business is regional Submitting your domain to search engines Once you have configured your domain to point to your Web site, you will need to ensure that search engines are aware of it. If they aren’t, your site will receive very few visitors - even if you have managed to find a memorable, snappy domain name.
This can be achieved by either directly submiting your URL to the search engines through using a submission service such as the free submission service on our site.
Please be careful when using automated submission tools as the Search engine are penalising sites submitted in this way. Ours is manual for this very reason.
Or by linking your site to others, this is the preferred way for search engine to “discover new sites”.
Ensuring you own your domain
Just because you buy a domain name doesn’t mean you own it. Some less reputable suppliers register domain names in their own name. You can see who owns a domain name by using a lookup call a WHOIS search. If you look at the registrant details the name here is the legal owner. For example if you enter discountdomainsuk.com you will see the legal owner is us – Discount Domains Ltd
Selling your domain name
Is your domain name near to expiry? Don’t let it lapse without offering it for sale first, there are lots of good sites who only charge if your domain sells. You might be pleasantly surprised, domain names have fetched a $1 million before now!
Intro to Domain Names
By Jen on February 20 2008 at 10:13 AM
A domain name is alphanumerical name for a web address.
Technically speaking, a web address is a set of numbers making up a numerical address. However to make the Internet user friendly to non technical persons, we use alphanumerical domain names which are easier to remember, advertise and more pleasing on the eye.
In simple terms, a domain name is the front end.
Domain names are attached to DNS (Domain Naming System) servers, which are used to translate numeric addresses (known as IP, or Internet Protocol, addresses) into words. Each site you visit on the net has a numeric IP address behind its name, which represents the sites true address on the Internet.
Domain names are typically categorised by their extension, which is their identifying code. The three most popular types of Top Level Domains (TLDs), which are domains that are not associated with a country, are:
.COM: Short for .commercial. Domain names with the .com extension are by far the most popular, and can be purchased by any individual or business.
.NET: Short for .network, this domain extension was originally designed to be used by technical Web sites. However, domains using this extension can be registered by anyone.
.ORG: Short for .organization. Originally designated for non-profit firms and any other organizations that did not fit under the .com or .net extension, any individual or business may now register a .org domain name.
COUNTRY LEVEL DOMAINS
Domain names can also be assigned using country extensions. Each country has its own domain extension; United Kingdom, for example, is .co.uk. Most countries have specific rules surrounding exactly who can register domains using their extension and for what purpose; it’s therefore important to check before you make your purchase.
ALTERNATIVE DOMAIN NAMES
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), the organization responsible for the administration of TLDs worldwide, recently approved several new extensions that are not specific to any country. These are:
.areo
.biz
.coop
.info
.museum
.name
.pro
Each has been designed for a specific use, and is accompanied by certain restrictions. You can find more information about these TLDs here: http://www.icann.org/tlds/
OTHER DOMAIN EXTENSIONS
In searching for your domain name, you may encounter Web sites offering extensions like .xxx, .free and .mp3. These are not true extensions endorsed by ICANN; rather, they rely on software solutions to guarantee their accessibility to users. Because ICANN has not approved any of these extensions, however, users that do not have the correct software cannot access sites using these names; therefore, they should be used for supplemental purposes only.
Although .com, .net and .org are typically the most visible and talked-about extensions, they are not the only ones available for use. From a functional perspective, country-level domains work just as well as any TLDs, and alternative extensions work just as well. Therefore, don’t necessarily settle for a mediocre TLD when you can get a better one using a different extension.
Mobile Phone Chargers
By Jen on February 19 2008 at 01:24 PM
Are you tired of talking on your cell phone when you get that annoying warning that your battery is low? You can’t charge your phone because you left you mobile phone battery charger at home? Check out this cool site I found for all your mobile phone chargers needs.
If you are always on the go, you really need to have a mobile phone battery charger. Leave a charger in your vehicle, and you will always be able to charge your phone. Then you don’t have to be worried about being stuck somewhere and unable to use your phone due to a dead battery.
While you are on the site, be sure to check out the Mobile phone charger news. You can read up on all the latest news and gadgets for your charging needs. Don’t miss the article on the ultimate in green friendly charging…the solar phone charger!
So if you are in the market for a mobile phone charger to stash in your car or to replace the original check out the site for all the information you need.
Thrifty Scot
By Jen on February 18 2008 at 09:06 AM
Have you been hearing all the talk about the Federal Reserve Bank lowering interest rates? Are you wondering how you can take advantage of the nearly historically low rates? Check out Thrifty Scot.
The site has consumer information to help educate you on the different loans available and the best options for you. Whether you are looking for auto loans, credit cards, or even student loans, the site has a wealth of information available with a couple of mouse clicks. They also have the latest headlines for loans and credit cards.
Thrifty Scot has numerous articles and scam alerts to help you avoid falling victim to the many financial traps out there.
If you are confused about credit cards, or have gotten in over your head, there are many articles that can help you. Check out the article on Consumer Rights and Responsibilities, which delves into the fine print in your credit card contract, and covers the Consumer Credit Protection Act. Or check the article about credit card balance transfers, and warns to check the fine print carefully.
The site also has some great information on determining if it would be a good idea for you to refinance your mortgage. It discusses the pros and cons of changing the term of your mortgage, and the balance between a lower monthly payment and paying off your mortgage sooner.
It’s a great financial site. Check it out.
Baby Formula
By Jen on February 17 2008 at 12:41 PM
Have you been searching high and low for the best prices on baby formula? Check out Babys-Formula.com. The site highlights the best deals on Ebay for infant formula.
The site even has information on the different types of formula. Such as Organic baby formula that is certified for its organic ingredients. The maker has to meet the rules for organic certification.
They have a great selection of similac infant formula, which contains no palm olein oil, which may hinder calcium absorption. They also have a version with added iron.
You should check out the Enfamil baby formula also. Enfamil baby formula was part of the 1959 development that revolutionized the way our infants were fed. Its makers formulated enfamil to closely resemble mothers’ natural breast milk.
The site discusses how ready to feed formulas are the most convenient formulas to use, but they are also the most costly.
Powder infant formulas are not sterile enough for premature babies or babies with immune problems. Also with powder formulas if you are mixing it with water that has fluoride added, babies may be getting more fluoride than needed.
If you are a Nestle fan, take a look at the carnation infant formula. Nestle good start baby formula is one of the most popular on the world scene.
Whatever type of formula you decide to go with, Ebay has them all, with unbeatable selection and incredible prices.
Help For Your Theses & Dissertations
By Jen on February 16 2008 at 03:48 PM
Are you stressing out over your thesis or dissertation? Are you struggling to come up with a new ground breaking thesis for your discipline? A professional Thesis writer can help!
Essay Capital can help university students when they are struggling with their theses. They are professional writers, and understand how students who are not trained to write have problems with there theses. It is not easy to write a dissertation to impress experts in a given field.
They will provide you with a writer that is an expert in the field. He or she will write the dissertation or thesis about subjects he or she has read, thought, and wrote about for years. Instead of you writing about a subject that is still new and you are unsure about.
Whether you need a thesis or a Dissertation, Essay Capital has what you need. They have numerous graduate and postgraduate students clients, for which thousands of dissertations are submitted each year.
Book Reports are usually more enjoyable to write; as long as you are writing about a book you loved. But what about the books you hated or had trouble even getting through? Comprehension is helped greatly when you have an interest in the story. Essay Capital to the rescue!
Check them out today!
Wal-Mart Dumps HD DVD Format
By Jen on February 16 2008 at 03:27 PM
Is Blu-Ray now in the driver’s seat? Wal-Mart Stores has announced that it will be phasing out sales of HD DVD systems and discs. The phase out gives a huge boots to the rival Blu-Ray format developed by Sony Corp.
It’s been a downer of a week for Toshiba’s HD DVD format. Best Buy and Netflix announced earlier that they will be carrying Blu-Ray discs exclusively.
In making the move, Wal-Mart says they are listening to their customers. Wal-Mart says its customers are showing a clear preference for Blu-Ray products. The decision will also affect Sam’s club.
Reminiscence of the VHS vs. Beta war, the HD or Blu-Ray battle has confused consumers and annoyed retailers who have to have shelf space for both formats.
Wal-Marts move along with the January announcement that Time Warner’s Warner Bros. studios would release high def movies in Blu-Ray format only seems to have tipped the battle to Sony.
Will Toshiba throw in the towel?
Custom Essay Writing Service
By Jen on February 16 2008 at 03:14 PM
Do you have an essay to write, but you are too busy to do it yourself? You need to use a Custom Essay Writing Service.
Essay Capital has you covered. They provide a professional essay writing service that is customized based on your needs. You will have your paper completed on your timetable, to your specifications. You are even offered unlimited revisions to your paper to get it just right. They will provide the revisions within 24 hours.
Worried about plagiarism? No problem. They holders of the special anti-plagiarism systems that most US universities use, and each and every Essay is checked with this system prior to be given to you.
The professional writers can even use specific sources at your request. Just provide the source name and upload the source as an attachment, or you can fax the source in.
They can also help you with your Coursework needs. Coursework is becoming more and more common in schools and grading systems. When the chips are down, you can count on coursework help from Essay Capital.
Whether you need an essay written or help with coursework, the professionals at Essay Capital are standing by, ready to help you succeed. Check out the site today!
Comcast Admits Use of Reset Packets
By Jen on February 14 2008 at 03:15 PM
The Federal Communications Commission heard from Comcast Corp in formal comments on Tuesday. The “Net Neutrality” or treating all Internet traffic equally was the topic.
Comcast insists that slowing some file-sharing downloads was justifiable to keep the Internet traffic flowing for all users. Comcast’s comments are the most detailed yet on how they handle the traffic on its network.
Comcast is responding to formal complaints to the FCC from law professors and consumer advocate groups. The groups are accusing Comcast of breaking the promise of “Net Neutrality” and interfering with movie downloading services that may compete with Comcast’s services.
Comcast insists it must control the flow of file-sharing traffic to prevent a few users from monopolizing the data lines and slow the traffic in their neighborhood. They also say they have the right to insert “reset” packets in the data stream to break the connection of file sharers.
Comcast has updated its Acceptable Use Policy noting it has the right to break file-sharing connections on congested Internet lines.
FCC Chairman Kevin Martin is supportive of network management, but has said providers like Comcast should be open about their practices.
Virtual Private Servers
By Jen on February 13 2008 at 08:58 AM
Most webmasters are optimizing their websites in different ways to attract more traffic. When they get a lot of visitors to their site, they might want to be able to serve all of their visitors with a fast and reliable website.
A lot of webmasters make the mistake to go from a cheap web hosting provider to a fully dedicated server. In most cases, it is easier, and much cheaper, to switch to a virtual private server. You get a lot more flexibility and power but you don’t have to pay hundreds of dollars. Remember that both search engines and visitors like rapid websites
American Bridal
By Jen on February 11 2008 at 11:05 AM
Is there a wedding in your future? Do you have your gifts purchased? What about shower gifts, and favors? Bridal party gifts? Groomsmen gifts? Yes, with a wedding come gifts for seemingly everyone. Luckily for you, I have just the site you need.
From personalized and embroidered gifts to cheap wedding favors, American Bridal has you covered. Take a look at their reception accessories and wedding guest books. They carry virtually every accessory you can imagine. They even carry gown preservation kits and thank you notes. They have you covered from the pre wedding parties, to the last thank you notes after the big day.
I’m not just talking to the brides and grooms out there either. Are you a Maid of Honor or a Best Man? If so, you need to throw showers and parties, and give gifts too. The bride needs a bridal shower, so you better be prepared with bridal shower favors. Check out the site for a collection of the trendiest shower favors, personalized cookies and delicious chocolates. Plan an unforgettable bridal shower with their games, or pickup the Bridal Shower Kit, to make your job easier.
Hydroponics & Grow Lights
By Jen on February 09 2008 at 08:20 PM
Still not decided on using hydroponics and grow lights to grow your veggies? Take a look at Plantlighting.
They have a great section of frequently asked questions on grow lights and hydroponics. They will help you calculate the size of plant light you need based on the size of the growing area along with the type of plants you plan to grow. And even factor in the natural light the plants will get. They even offer a cool chart to help you to choose the right plant light for your needs.
They also take you through the decision between metal halide and HPS grow lights. Hint, HPS is best for flowering or fruit producing stages. Plus they even talk about switchable lighting fixtures. A switchable ballast is a remote system with the ballast and reflector independent of each other. They come with both a MH & HPS ballast. You can choose between the two with a flip of the switch.
After you know all you need to know about grow lights, then you can start on their frequently asked questions on hydroponics. Here they explain everything you need to know about hydroponics and its advantages over growing in soil.
Check out the site today, so by spring your veggies can be the envy of your neighborhood.
Grow Lights & Hydroponics Systems
By Jen on February 09 2008 at 08:08 PM
Do you grow your vegetables or flowers using hydroponics? Are you always dreamed of starting with hydroponics, but were too confused to get started? Well take a look at Plant Lighting Hydroponics.
They offer great prices on the top quality brands of hydroponics systems, plant nutrients and grow lights.
The site features organic, soil based and hydroponics plant growth products are great every day low prices. They sell to retail customers, University botanical departments, institutions, and commercial growers. They are dedicated to offering you quality products that will help you increase the yields and taste of your veggies and increase the growth and vigor of your flowers.
If you are ready to get started with hydroponics they carry the line of Ebb & Flow, aeroponics, and cloning hydroponics systems from General Hydroponics, American Agritech Botanicare and EZ Clone.
You can have fresh from the garden flowers and vegetables year around with a new hydroponics system and grow lights. Even better, you don’t have to clip coupons, find an online code or wait for a sale. They offer their low prices everyday, to everyone.