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		<title>Google Good To Know: Get Useful Online Safety Tips From Google</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:01:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Hammad</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[tips]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Recently, Google has launched a new site – Good to Know – which contains useful tips that can help users make their stay on the Internet secure. The website has different sections including how to stay safe online, how to keep your data safe on different websites you visit, your data on Google services and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Recently, Google has launched a new site – Good to Know – which contains useful tips that can help users make their stay on the Internet secure. The website has different sections including how to stay safe online, how to keep your data safe on different websites you visit, your data on Google services and how to manage the data you share online. Surprisingly, you will come across many tips which you may not think are important but they are.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Google-Good-To-know.png?570cd5" alt="tips from google" /></p>
<p>One useful tip it provides is that it gives users detailed information about certain technical online terms like cookies, malware, phishing and a few other terms in a way which is understandable by every Internet user.</p>
<p>You can even get tips which can help users generate strong passwords and how to protect their data stored on different online websites.</p>
<p>Features</p>
<ul>
<li>Get tons of useful tips to stay online.</li>
<li>Get information about technical Internet terms.</li>
<li>Generate strong passwords.</li>
<li>Get tips on how manage data on different services.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out Google Good to Know @ <a href="http://www.google.com/goodtoknow/">http://www.google.com/goodtoknow</a> (via <a href="http://www.labnol.org/internet/create-strong-password-from-songs/20237/">Digital Inspiration</a>) (by Hammad from <a href="http://www.technicallydigital.com/">TechnicallyDigital</a>)</p>
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		<title>eEtiquette: Learn The Proper Etiquette For The Digital World</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/eetiquette-learn-the-etiquette/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 21:01:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MOin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[culture]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tips]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Just like the dinner table demands a particular set of manners, the digital world has its own appropriate set of etiquettes. These etiquettes are mostly a matter of being courteous but they are not always quite obvious. To learn about them, check out a site called eEtiquette. eEtiquette is a free to use website that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Just like the dinner table demands a particular set of manners, the digital world has its own appropriate set of etiquettes. These etiquettes are mostly a matter of being courteous but they are not always quite obvious. To learn about them, check out a site called eEtiquette.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/etuquiette.jpg?570cd5" alt="learn the etiquette" /></p>
<p>eEtiquette is a free to use website that lists various etiquettes for the digital world. From suggestions to timely responses to emails to being available on your cellphone, these etiquettes cover a lot of modern technological ground. A tag cloud and a keyword search helps look for certain topics.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/etuquiette1.jpg?570cd5" alt="eetiquette" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A user-friendly web service.</li>
<li>Lists proper etiquettes for the digital world.</li>
<li>Covers a lot of modern technological ground.</li>
<li>Lets you browse etiquettes or search for them using a tag cloud or keyword search.</li>
<li>Similar tools: <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/etiquette-survival-guide-etiquette-tips-and-advice/" target="_top">Etiquette Survival Guide</a> and <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/kwintessential-learn-etiquette-manners/" target="_top">International Etiquette Guide</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out eEtiquette @ <a href="http://eetiquette.com/">www.eetiquette.com</a> (via <a href="http://www.labnol.org/internet/digital-etiquettes/19839/">Labnol</a>) (by MOin from <a href="http://urbansavior.com">Urban Savior</a>)</p>
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		<title>Net Safety App: Get Tips On Internet Safety [Android]</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/net-safety-app-stay-informed-latest-online-threats-tips-cellphone/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Feb 2011 01:01:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Umar</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Android Apps]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Privacy / Safety]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today there are an increasing number of online threats to mobile internet users. Phishing schemes, cyber-bullying, and online viruses are only some of the threats users face. To stay informed of these threats on the go, check out mobile internet safety app called &#8220;Net Safety App&#8221;. Net Safety App has been made with support from Google [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today there are an increasing number of online threats to mobile internet users. Phishing schemes, cyber-bullying, and online viruses are only some of the threats users face. To stay informed of these threats on the go, check out mobile internet safety app called &#8220;Net Safety App&#8221;.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/safety.jpg?570cd5" alt="mobile internet safety" /></p>
<p>Net Safety App has been made with support from Google and Verizon. The app sends you security tips every now and then. You can choose the intervals with which these tips are sent. These tips cover wide ranging topics like inappropriate material for children, online safety, teen concerns, and protecting your financial information online. With these tips you can stay notified of the latest online threats and protect yourself against them. Sources for these tips include Common Sense Media, ConnectSafely.org, OnGuardOnline.gov, and GetNetWise.org.</p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A user friendly smartphone application.</li>
<li>Compatible with Android devices.</li>
<li>Sends you tips to protect yourself against online threats.</li>
<li>Choose the frequency of tips.</li>
<li>Keeps you informed of different online threats.</li>
<li>Similar tools: <a title="NetSmartz Workshop: Get help in keeping your kids safe online" rel="bookmark" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/netsmartz-keeping-your-kids-safe-on-the-internet/">NetSmartz Workshop</a>, <a title="FamilySafetyCenter: Tips &amp; resources on safe internet use for kids &amp; family" rel="bookmark" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/familysafetycenter-safe-internet-use-for-kids/">FamilySafetyCenter</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/familyshield-block-adults-websites/">FamilyShield</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/safetyweb-monitor-your-kids-online/">SafetyWeb</a> and <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/zoodles-kid-safe-browser/">Zoodles</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Search for &#8220;Net Safety App&#8221; at the Android Marketplace or check it out @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.androidapps.com/apps/534219-net-safety-tips-on-the-go-internet-education-foundation">www.androidapps.com/apps/534219-net-safety-tips-on-the-go-internet-education-foundation</a> (By Umar from <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.techcityinc.com">TechCityInc</a>)</p>
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		<title>Excel-Formulas: Ask Your Excel Questions To Experts</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 23 Oct 2010 03:01:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Israel Nicolas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[HowTo / Q&A]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[web Office]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[office worker]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[No one wants to get stuck while working on spreadsheets. A simple problem can take you hours finding the right solution which leads to even more frustration. For quick answers and reference on Excel how-tos, check out Excel-Formulas, a web service that connects boggled Excel users with experts to get quick, confidential and comprehensive help. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No one wants to get stuck while working on spreadsheets. A simple problem can take you hours finding the right solution which leads to even more frustration. For quick answers and reference on Excel how-tos, check out Excel-Formulas, a web service that connects boggled Excel users with experts to get quick, confidential and comprehensive help.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/image_thumb41.png?570cd5" alt="ask excel questions" /></p>
<p>To start using Excel-Formulas, just type in your Excel question on the homepage. Your question could be as short or as detailed as possible. Then choose an expert type that you feel will best answer your question. The fields include Accounting, Human Resource, Inventory, Business,  and Loans.</p>
<p>You can also select a General Expert if you don&#8217;t know who should handle your query &#8211; then enter your e-mail to submit the question. Response time depends on the volume of questions at a given time.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/image_thumb42.png?570cd5" alt="excel questions and answers" /></p>
<p>Excel-Formulas is a free service for small questions (if you don&#8217;t mind waiting), and you are only asked to pay for the complicated ones if you are satisfied with their answer. You can pay up to $50 if you need serious help. All your questions are archived in your account &#8220;“ and if you really need a quick answer, you can also ask within Excel using the Excel Formulas Expert Add-in.</p>
<p>This website is a great solution for those who can&#8217;t finish their work because of simple Excel problems they can&#8217;t solve. Instead of wasting time looking for answers online, a quick chat with real Excel experts will save you a lot of time &#8220;“ definitely a worthy service for people who deal with spreadsheets at work.</p>
<p>Features</p>
<ul>
<li>Provide quick answers to any Excel question.</li>
<li>Choose your expert to best answer your question.</li>
<li>Look back at all your questions in the account dashboard.</li>
<li>Free for simple questions.</li>
<li>Pay only when you are satisfied with their answer.</li>
<li>Plugin allows you to ask question within Excel.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out Excel-Formulas @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.excel-formulas.com/">www.excel-formulas.com</a></p>
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		<title>FishProfiles: Provides advice &amp; tips on taking care of fish</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/fishprofiles-taking-care-of-fish/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 21:01:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MOin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Crowd Wisdom]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you maintain a full sized fish aquarium or a simple fish bowl with a single goldfish, you will need to learn to take care of fish if you want yours to survive. What to feed your fish and aquarium cleaning techniques are only a few of the things a fish owner should know about. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you maintain a full sized fish aquarium or a simple fish bowl with a single goldfish, you will need to learn to take care of fish if you want yours to survive. What to feed your fish and aquarium cleaning techniques are only a few of the things a fish owner should know about. On FishProfiles, you can view all tips on taking care of your fish.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fish-profiles.png?570cd5" alt="taking care of fish" /></p>
<p>FishProfiles is an online forum which users can register and interact on for free. You can find discussions on various fish related topics, from discussing your aquarium problems to reporting any weird behavior your fish is exhibiting, these forums cover everything.</p>
<p>In addition to the forums, the site is also a great informative tool for fish enthusiasts. Many fish types are profiled and can be browsed on the site.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fish-profiles1.png?570cd5" alt="taking care of your fish" /></p>
<p>A collection of aquarium related articles can also be found. These articles detail a number of concerns current and potential aquarium owners might have. Users can submit their own articles too.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fish-profiles2.png?570cd5" alt="" /></p>
<p>The site&#8217;s FAQ section answers a number of vital questions; the FAQ section addresses almost everything you will need to know to run a healthy aquarium.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fish-profiles3.png?570cd5" alt="" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A brilliant online forum for current and future aquarium owners.</li>
<li>An informative website for fish enthusiasts.</li>
<li>Profiles many aquarium fish.</li>
<li>Provides tips and advice to maintain your aquarium.</li>
<li>Contains informative articles on aquarium fish.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out FishProfiles @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://fishprofiles.com/">www.fishprofiles.com</a> (by MOin from <a class="vt-p" href="http://thumbpress.com">ThumbPress</a>)</p>
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		<title>NoMorePests: Learn How To Get Rid Of Pests</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 03:01:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Umar</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pests can make living miserable. Mosquitoes, ticks, termites, and others can frustrate you to an intolerable degree.  It&#8217;s important to learn about them and know how to get rid of  them. For all of this, pay a visit to &#8220;No More Pests&#8221;. The site offers a unique reference point on identifying, preventing, and eliminating pests. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pests can make living miserable. Mosquitoes, ticks, termites, and others can frustrate you to an intolerable degree.  It&#8217;s important to learn about them and know how to get rid of  them. For all of this, pay a visit to &#8220;No More Pests&#8221;.</p>
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<p>The site offers a unique reference point on identifying, preventing, and eliminating pests. On No More Pests you will find detailed articles written particularly for the website. From these articles you can learn about different pesticides and their effectiveness; different types of indoor and outdoor pests and what are they attracted to; pests that attack your plants; tips on getting ridding of pests; and tips on how to choose a pest controlling company and what to expect from it.</p>
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<p>The site also has a monthly newsletter that you can subscribe to. This will help you stay updated on any new techniques to get rid of pests.</p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li> Website where you can find how to get rid of pests.</li>
<li> Contains a lot of information about pests.</li>
<li> Helps you learn what causes pests and what can get rid of them.</li>
<li> Provides tips and advice on going with a pest control company.</li>
<li>Similar sites: <a title="GetRidOfThings: Learn How To Get Rid Of Stuff" rel="bookmark" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/getridofthings-how-to-get-rid-of-stuff/">GetRidOfThings</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/daytipper-practical-daily-life-tips/">DayTipper</a> and <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/howtocleanstuff-cleaning-how-tos/">HowToCleanStuff</a>.</li>
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<p>Check out  NoMorePests @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.nomorepests.co.uk/">www.nomorepests.co.uk</a></p>
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		<title>FamilySafetyCenter: Tips &amp; resources on safe internet use for kids &amp; family</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/familysafetycenter-safe-internet-use-for-kids/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:01:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TehseenBaweja</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[FamilySafetyCenter is a portal put together by Google that contains lots of tips, answers, videos and articles to help provide a safe internet use for kids and family. In addition to a list of safety tools that are embedded in various Google services, the site has a detailed FAQ section on how Google handles various [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>FamilySafetyCenter is a portal put together by Google that contains lots of tips, answers, videos and articles to help provide a safe internet use for kids and family. In addition to a list of safety tools that are embedded in various Google services, the site has a detailed FAQ section on how Google handles various related issues.</p>
<p>Watch a number of videos containing tips from other parents on how to protect your kids over the internet or read articles posted by a number of child safety organizations across the country. The site also helps you learn how to report abuse or inappropriate content on several of Google&#8217;s services.</p>
<p>Moreover, a list of resources gives you additional information on a safe internet experience.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/family.png?570cd5" alt="safe internet use for kids" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>Get tips and advice on safe internet use for children.</li>
<li>Articles and FAQs tell you how to handle various situations.</li>
<li>Get tips directly from other parents.</li>
<li>No registration required.</li>
</ul>
<p>Visit FamilySafetyCenter @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.google.com/familysafety">www.google.com/familysafety</a></p>
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		<title>Tie-A-Tie: Learn How To Tie A Neck Tie</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:01:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>abhijeet</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Let me confess something: I still don&#8217;t know how to tie a neck tie. That&#8217;s in spite of having to wear it during my school years. Maybe I was too lazy to learn, but this new site called Tie-a-Tie would certainly entice procrastinators like me to learn this art. It&#8217;s a pretty neat site with [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let me confess something: I still don&#8217;t know how to tie a neck tie. That&#8217;s in spite of having to wear it during my school years. Maybe I was too lazy to learn, but this new site called Tie-a-Tie would certainly entice procrastinators like me to learn this art.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a pretty neat site with video tutorials as well as instructions with illustrations on how to tie various kinds of tie knots. There&#8217;s the Pratt Knot, Windsor Knot, Bow Tie Knot and more.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/tie-a-tie-1.png?570cd5" alt="how to tie a neck tie" /></p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/tie-a-tie-2.png?570cd5" alt="tie tying instructions" /></p>
<p>The site has also extra goodies like tips and tricks, tie length calculator, necktie accessories, tips on dressing up for a job interview and also has a link to let you buy neckties online.</p>
<p>Features</p>
<ul>
<li>Tie tying instructions and tutorials.</li>
<li>Different kinds of tie knot tutorials available.</li>
<li>Both videos and step by step instructions available.</li>
<li>Also find tie tips and tricks, tie length calculator.</li>
<li>Similar tool: <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/2tieatie-learn-how-to-tie-different-tie-knots-with-illustrations-videos/">2TieaTie</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out Tie-a-Tie @ <a href="http://www.tie-a-tie.net">www.tie-a-tie.net</a> (By Abhijeet from <a href="http://www.guidingtech.com/">Guiding Tech</a>)</p>
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		<title>Knots Guide: Carry Handy Knot Tying Guide in Your Android</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:01:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MOin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most of us know only how to tie, at most, 4 types of knots.  But there are actually many other types of knots that can prove useful in different situations. For example, there are separate knots for efficient binding and separate knots for ropes used in climbing. To keep the information of all these different [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most of us know only how to tie, at most, 4 types of knots.  But there are actually many other types of knots that can prove useful in different situations. For example, there are separate knots for efficient binding and separate knots for ropes used in climbing. To keep the information of all these different knots with you all the time, check out &#8220;Knots Guide.&#8221;</p>
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<p>Knots Guide is a free smartphone app for Android based devices. Using this app you will get access to 74 different types of knots. All these knots are categorized into 9 different groups: bending, binding, climbing, decorative, fishing, looping, running, stopper, and whipping.</p>
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<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>Have knot tying instructions  in your Android device.</li>
<li>Contains 9 different categories of knots.</li>
<li>Contains a total of 74 different types of knots.</li>
<li>A great app for scouts and knot-enthusiasts.</li>
<li>Similar tool: <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/2tieatie-learn-how-to-tie-different-tie-knots-with-illustrations-videos/" target="_top">2TieATie</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Get &#8220;Knots Guide&#8221; by searching for it in the Android Marketplace or by visiting <a href="http://www.appbrain.com/app/com.max.KnotsGuide">www.appbrain.com/app/com.max.KnotsGuide</a> (via <a href="http://lifehacker.com/5621650/knots-guide-is-an-android+based-knot-how+to-guide">Lifehacker</a>) (by MOin from <a href="http://thumbpress.com">ThumbPress</a>)</p>
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		<title>PhotoMasterClasses: Tips From BBC Wildlife Photographers</title>
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		<comments>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/photomasterclasses-tips-bbc-wildlife-photographers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:01:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TehseenBaweja</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you have even a remote interest in capturing great wildlife photographs, this is one site you don&#8217;t want to miss. BBC Wildlife magazine has put together a collection of tips from their master photographers. Each issue is in the form of a PDF document and includes detailed tips, step-by-step guides and real-life examples. Topics [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have even a remote interest in capturing great wildlife photographs, this is one site you don&#8217;t want to miss. BBC Wildlife magazine has put together a collection of tips from their master photographers. Each issue is in the form of a PDF document and includes detailed tips, step-by-step guides and real-life examples.</p>
<p>Topics range from wildlife portraits and underwater photography to capturing birds in flight, capturing their behaviors and environment as well as taking photos during dusk and dawn. The collection also includes information about what kind of photography equipment to use and do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts of specific wildlife photography genres.</p>
<p>It is one of the best resources out there to learn good skills in wildlife photography and photography in general.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Optimized-photo.png?570cd5" alt="" width="579" height="364" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>Tips and information for wildlife photography.</li>
<li>Information and guides for dozens of wildlife topics.</li>
<li>Step-by-step guides and equipment information.</li>
<li>Read as a PDF or download to your computer.</li>
<li>No registration required.</li>
</ul>
<p>Visit PhotoMasterClasses @ <a href="http://www.bbcwildlifemagazine.com/masterclasses.asp">BBCWildLifeMagazine</a> [Via <a href="http://lifehacker.com/5498633/learn-a-new-photography-trick-or-two-entire-bbc-photo-masterclasses-now-available-online">LifeHacker</a>]</p>
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