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Archive for August, 2008



Hyperoffice Launches Breakthrough Web Conferencing Platform

Sunday 31 August 2008 @ 12:29 pm

HyperOffice has proven themselves once again with the launch of the new online conferencing technology HyperMeeting. In the midst of what seemed to be an unbelievably tough marketplace HyperOffice has been able to uncover a surprising amount of gaps

Also they’ve managed to solve a lot of annoyances that existing web conferencing solutions either chose not to address or were oblivious to. It’s an interesting and seemingly well timed play by HyperOffice that it seems they are managing to pull off stupendously.




The History Of Electric Cars, And What They Can Do

Sunday 31 August 2008 @ 6:25 am

Interestingly, the electric car was one of the first automobiles around. Way back in 1828 – almost two centuries ago – the first electric car model was made. Since then, the technology for electric cars has obviously advanced, and it’s unfortunate that there are virtually no electric cars actually on the road today. Very few electric cars were even produced by major car companies, even though heavy researched proved that it was a viable concept.

Perhaps the most exciting electric car out right now is the Tesla Roadster, which can travel 350km on a single charge of its lithium-ion battery pack. It is also extremely fast – it does 0-60mph in just 3.9 seconds, which is faster than the average lamborghini or ferrari. There is no doubt that this would be an amazing car to drive. Of course, it’s pretty pricey (the cost is something like $100,000) but it is proof that electric cars really are amazing machines.

If you want, you can always just build an electric car yourself. This will of course take a certain amount of time and money. If you are really resourceful, you’ll be able to do the whole thing for under a thousand bucks. It could be an interesting project if you like working with cars.




Production Levels And Useful Information On Electric Cars

Saturday 30 August 2008 @ 12:18 pm

One very interesting documentary on electric cars is the “who killed the electric car” film. If you are wondering why electric cars have not yet dominated over regular gasoline fueled cars, then you definitely need to see this. The documentary claims that many consumers were totally unaware an electric car from General Motors ever even existed (only a few hundred were ever made), while major oil and car companies also campaigned to prevent electric cars from appearing in order to safeguard their own profits. It is still possible that in the future most of us will be driving electric cars.

There are still many people looking for information on how to do a safe electric car conversion, and the good news is that it is possible to convert your current car into an electric car. Sure, it will take a few hundred dollars (at least) and a lot of your time, but it’s worth checking out if you have an interest in this stuff.

Electric cars are definitely a very interesting topic. There are in fact several alternative fuels that have been proven to be able to power cars. Biodiesel, ethanol, HHO (the latest craze) and the technology behind electric cars are all potentially viable. With electric cars, the underlying principles are obviously solid, since General Motors decided to build their own electric car after researching the topic.




Make Your Car Burn Water with Complete Hho Conversion Manual

Saturday 30 August 2008 @ 5:51 am

Installing an HHO generator is not difficult and can be done without any extensive knowledge of automobiles whatsoever. Of course, having a little “hands on” experience of cars is a definite plus, but it isn’t an absolute prerequisite. An HHO generator, as the name suggests, generates HHO, which also goes by the name of Brown gas. And after this gas is being mixed up with the petrol if forms a powerful mixture which will drive your engine and hence the car.

It’s important to note here, that due diligence needs to be exercised while installing the HHO generator unit. Although it is easy, it does not mean that you can afford to “slack” while installing it. HHO explodes, but only when in contact with gas, and so you are not dealing with kid’s stuff here. Don’t assume that you know everything. In case of a doubt or a question, ask your neighborhood mechanic or anyone else who might be in a position to help you.

Another ‘a must’ is to test your HHO generator before installation. An untested generator might not work after complete installation and hence may call for a repetition of the entire process. When it comes to the actual installation – keep in mind several tips.

Since, the HHO gas is released into the air intake sensors (after formation), the wire around this area could cause a flashback. An explosion can also occur in case the wires around the intake sensors are hot. In order to eliminate this possibility, make sure that you install your HHO generator when your car has not been used for the last couple of hours. You need to place the unit between the sensor and the throttle body, since heat is mostly absent in this area. Again, don’t assume that you know everything and in case of a doubt, ask. Or you can also read a Complete HHO Conversion Manual.

When it comes to the HHO unit, it would be a better idea to use a fuse, so as to prevent any short circuit within or near the unit. For different models, different wiring instructions need to be followed due to varying designs of these engines. Also, since different engines require distinctive HHO quantity, due to their varying power requirements, so it would be a better idea to use a flashback arrestor mechanism on your generator. Such a mechanism can significantly reduce the chances of any flashbacks or explosions.

Also, before installation, make sure that your HHO generator is not running while the vehicle is shut off. This will prevent any unnecessary leakage or accumulation of HHO inside the car hood.

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Buying Ideal Discount Women’s Perfume For A Price Below $30

Friday 29 August 2008 @ 11:47 pm

It is possible to find a good quality discount women’s perfume among the many other skin care products. People may crack jokes about cheap perfume, but there are some real finds out there. So, keep reading for a list of some of the best perfumes under $30.

Stetson by Stetson

Yes, Stetson is a man’s cologne and not a women’s perfume, but this scent may actually be the best discount fragrance for under $30 a woman can buy. It may be marketed for men, but this scent comes with top notes of lime, bergamot, lemon and lavender. In its mix are patchouli and jasmine with a base of tonka and amber.

Overall, it’s a warm, almost vanilla scent that’s rich and deep, yet also refreshing, thanks to the lemon high notes. Of course, at less than $10 a bottle, this scent rarely lasts more than 30 minutes on human skin. So, enjoy it while you can.

Tabac Original

In 1938, Tabac soap was first made. The product was so successful that its German manufacturers started making the Tabac Original Soap in 1955. Today, Tabac Original is still sold on European and North American drug store shelves and for under $20 a bottle, it’s definitely a discount fragrance.

Despite its low cost and poor packaging, Tabac is a scent that both lingers and changes. The first notes are bold with scents of lavender, sandalwood, carnation, oak wood, bergamot and black pepper. And yet, it’s still clean and fresh. That may be the aldehydes coming through. And though it’s a discount brand, Tabac wins top points for being long-lasting. The fragrance will stay for hours, lingering as a touch of cloves and vanilla musk.

Soft Touch by Avon

It may only cost $15 a bottle, but Soft Touch by Avon is an incredibly long-lasting perfume that’s both innocent and fresh at the same time. While so many scents that came out in this mid-nineties era of soft pink discount women’s perfume simply reeked of baby powder and mineral oil, Soft Touch has floral undertones and somehow, a splash of sophistication. Surprisingly, it’s also long-lasting.

Amazing Grace by Philosophy

At only $25 a bottle, Amazing Grace is a steal. The product was launched by Philosophy cosmetics and was so popular, it quickly expanded into a whole line of body washes, powders, creams and more. Customers couldn’t get enough of this beautiful scent, and for good reason.

Amazing Grace smells clean, which is probably the best way to describe it. It doesn’t smell like rubbing alcohol or bleach clean, just clean – like fresh sheets. The notes are there, but they’re never overpowering, making this a wonderful discount women’s perfume for everyday wear.

Every woman wants to carry a great fragrance and do so without breaking the bank. Finding a terrific perfume at a low price among the myriad of other cosmetics takes a bit of effort, but the rewards can be sweet for those who make the time.




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