Back up online

I have always backed up my Phd work...
In fact, I have a back up log.
I record when  I back up my files, and from which computer to which computer.
The problem is... I back up to my external hardrive, which I ususally keep in my laptop bag.
Hmmm... what whould happen if something happens to my laptop bag.
So today, I am backing up my Phd work online.
At www.humyo.com.
Its 10G free (5 media files, 5 documents).
Try it!!

Mindmap

Setting up your printer

Dear Diana,

I found out how to install the printer.
Go to: http://www.its.unimelb.edu.au/support/printing/drivers
Follow the instructions.
BUT type \\pv-sph-titan instead and chose SPH_CIMH_CanoniR3300.

Hope it works.

Faculty International Unit

International Support Program
I think this is something that I would be needing soon.

Qualitative course

Hi, I just found out that I could attend the qualitative course at SPH (found this out from one of my supervisors). I have been looking through the web pages again and again, but I couldn't find it.  Just want to share this with my colleagues... go through the SPH website or SPH handbook. You can actually attend courses, but beware of the assignments and exams. But actually if you enrolled in this course early on, it would really be helpful. Sigh... should have known earlier.

The Plagiarism Checker

Great software from another postgraduate student.

"Anyone who has a doubtful thought with his writing can use this website, it been suggested by my inquisitive friend. I found it very useful, to be more accurate just invest US 8.00 per month. Please advise me if you got any powerful checker."

Thanks for sharing this...

Click here

Softwares for qualitative studies (transcribing)

1) Express scribe: Digital Transcription Audio Player Software
Express Scribe is free professional audio player software for PC, Mac or Linux designed to assist the transcription of audio recordings.
A typist can install it on their computer and control audio playback using a transcription foot pedal or keyboard (with 'hot' keys). This computer transcriber application also offers valuable features for typists including variable speed playback, multi-channel control, playing video, file management, and more.
Express Scribe is completely free and can be used without any restrictions. We make it free because we know you will love it so much you will use and recommend our commercial digital dictation suite to others. Please visit our Dictation Software page.

2) Audacity
Audacity® is free, open source software for recording and editing sounds. It is available for Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows, GNU/Linux, and other operating systems. Learn more about Audacity... Also check our Wiki and Forum for more information.

3) Voice recognition software
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Preferred gives small business and advanced PC users the power to create documents, reports and emails three times faster than most people type — with up to 99% accuracy. Surf the Web by voice or dictate and edit in Microsoft Word and Excel, Corel WordPerfect, and most other Windows-based applications. Create voice commands to quickly insert blocks of texts or images — such as your name, title, and signature. Dictate into a handheld device when you're away from your PC, or use a Bluetooth microphone for the same great dictation results without the wires. A high-quality headset is included.

Most people speak over 120 words per minute but type less than 40 words per minute. What if you could create email, documents and spreadsheets simply by speaking? What if you could control your PC just by talking to it, starting programs, using menus, surfing the web?

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Dragon NaturallySpeaking works with the most commonly used desktop applications, including Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer, AOL and more! Just about anything you do now by typing can be done faster using your voice. Create and edit documents or emails. Open and close applications. Control your mouse and entire desktop.

The biggest reason more people worldwide rely on Dragon NaturallySpeaking: it works. With more than 175 awards for accuracy and ease of use, it’s the undisputed leader in speech recognition software. If you want to get more done, more quickly, just say the word and Dragon NaturallySpeaking will transform your productivity.