bLogGer ToOLs & OTheR fuN JJ ReCoMmENds
Okay, we're into March and I've actually kept my blogging resolutions so far this year. Lots of posts today as it's a day off from the regular routine and I've decided instead of accomplishing anything I need to do, I'd goof off on the web today. (Okay, so I've done 3 loads of laundry, it's not all play.) It's my way of relaxing.
I finally upgraded to Firefox 2.0 (don't tell me you are still using IE puh-leeze...) and added a bunch of new and pretty amazing extensions that should continue to facilitate my blogging efforts both here and on LiveJournal and in all my nerdy "webby-ness" in general. If you haven't migrated to FF 2.0, you should. The interface is cleaner and you can go to the site and take a peak at the other new features. No need to reinvent the wheel.
Right now I use deI.icio.us, Furl and Diggo, but Clipmarks seems to have real promise and some additional features the other three tools don't have, especially the ability to save and post clips or snips of anything including media and immediately post it to your blog of choice. There are several other new extensions, readily available via the links below or through the Firefox extensions site, which will help anyone who blogs, so here's the short list:
- Clipmarks - In an increasing crowded realm of social bookmarking and blogging tools, seems like a standout.
- CoolIris - Amazingly helpful tool which allows you to preview websites without opening a new window, tab or leaving your current page. Works for media content sites like YouTube and Flickr as well. I can't imagine the web without it. Makes surfing a dream!
- Coolringer - Takes the best clips of your favorite music automatically and sets it as a ringtone on your cell for free with a few clicks. Aren't you cool?
- Answers 2.2 - available through Firefox Extensions site. Highlight a word or text and get instant spelling, definitions, look up and/or searching with a variety of services.
- JOOST - Don't forget to get on line now (there's a waiting list) to become a beta tester for this hot new social online peer-to-peer TV service. Not only will you be able to watch live TV on your computer from around the world, with just a codec, you will also be able to chat with your friends live while you watch. See this screen shot. Can't wait, hope I get in on the Beta testing. Will be watching my email box and will let everyone know if I do.
