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For many new businesses, one of the biggest stumbling blocks is obtaining merchant status that allows you accept credit cards online. Multicards is one of the many options you have.
Mulitcards will allow you to accept credit card payments without applying for a merchant account or having to buy any expensive equipment. Like most related services, there is an initial setup fee. You'll also be charged a percentage of each sale you make. Each week you'll receive a check for all the transactions billed to your account. Multicards is a great option if you've had trouble obtaining merchant accounts via the traditional methods. Check it out, but ask questions and get all the facts first.
Welcome to the 21st Century (Sciences)
Created by an international group of professional scientists, these learned hosts invite you to the 21st Century Magazine. Billed as the "magazine of tomorrow's world", you'll find a wealth of amusing science facts, new ideas and discussions about topics that will change the way we live, work and play. The magazine is currently expanding into 4 special sections: Popular Science, E-Commerce, World Discovery and Gifts Party. The goal of the site is to raise awareness and understanding of science and scientists, while establishing a "21st Century Fellowship" for budding young talents.
Monet's Inspiration (Arts/Humanities)
Budding artists and art enthusiasts alike, will appreciate this wonderful site that features Claude Monet's garden in Giverny.
The Visual Arts Library at Monash University presents many stunning images the French painters work and the settings in which it was created. Tour the garden and see beauty that inspired and motivated much of Monet's masterpieces. You'll also find links to a lot of other nice surprises.
KidsHealth.org (Health)
KidsHealth.org is a wonderful resource devoted to the health of children and teens. You'll find information about growth, food & fitness, childhood infections, immunizations, lab tests, medical and surgical conditions, and the latest treatments. Get your children involved with the online health games, How The Body Works animations, the KidsVote health poll, and lots more. The site is created and maintained by the pediatric medical experts at The Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children, The Nemours Children's Clinics, and other children's health facilities nationwide.
Tour the Internet (Internet)
Take Global Village's Tour of the Internet for a great tutorial on how the Internet works and how to maximize your time while using it. Step by step, the tour provides a wonderful online lesson on what the Internet is and how it works. It's also a great guide for finding information on stock prices, government documents, educational content and more. Do you want to learn how to search more effectively? You'll learn that too. If you're new to the Net or just want to get more from your online experience, make sure you check out the rest of the Global Village site for more newbie Internet goodies, guides , tips and links to other great beginner pages.
Hard Rock Online (Entertainment)
If you're a Rock 'n Roll fan and live in a small town, point to Hard Rock Online for a virtual escape to the big city attraction. Purchase Hard Rock Cafe memorabilia, browse album and artist reviews and find out about upcoming live performances at your nearest Hard Rock venue. And best of all, you won't have to pay $3.00 for a soft drink.
Herbs For Health (Reference)
Cholesterol a little high? How about your blood pressure? Do you think it might have something to do with your hectic lifestyle and all those greasy (but tasty) cheeseburgers you've been eating? Perhaps it's time to add some healthy and natural foods to your diet.
And the perfect place to start is Algy's Herb Page. It's packed with zesty links and information on and about herbs for cooking and medicinal purposes. Ever thought about planting a herb garden? Or how about learning to prepare your own herbal remedies? You'll find it all here. The site also provides information that hopes to debunk prevailing myths about herbs and their uses. Nothing but good, wholesome and straight facts at Algy's.
Don't Let This Happen To You! (Humor)
Our feature story suggested how important technology has become in our everyday lives. However, as you may already know, it is easy to get consumed by it and lose focus of some of the more important things in life. The following is a humorous but poignant piece that clearly makes this point. It was submitted to Net Happenings Digest by netizen Brent Rossow.
From: Brent Rossow
In going through some old (and I mean *old*) text files on my hard drive this morning, I came across the following "letter" from a wife to her computer-using husband. I'm sure some of you can relate. :-)
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To my darling husband,
I am sending you this letter in a bogus software company envelope so that you will be sure to read it. Please forgive the deception, but I thought you should know what has been going on at home since your IBM computer entered our lives two years ago.
The children are doing well. Tommy is seven now and is a bright, handsome boy. He has developed quite an interest in the arts. He drew a family portrait for a school project. All the figures were good but yours was excellent! The chair and the back of your head are very realistic. You would be very proud of him.
Little Jennifer turned three in September. She looks a lot like you did at that age. She is an attractive child and quite smart. She still remembers that you spent the whole afternoon with her on her birthday. What a grand day for Jen, despite the fact that it was stormy and the electricity was out.
I am also doing well. I went blonde about a year ago and was delighted to discover that it really is more fun! Lars, I mean Mr. Swenson, the department head, has taken an interest in my career and has become a good friend to us all.
I have discovered that the household chores are much easier since I realized that you don't mind being vacuumed but that feather dusting made you sneeze. The house is in good shape. I had the living room painted last Spring. I'm not sure if you noticed it. I made sure the painters cut air holes in the drop cloth so you wouldn't be disturbed.
Well, my dear, I must be going. Uncle Lars, Mr. Swenson, I mean, is taking us all on a ski trip and there will be packing to do. I have hired a housekeeper to take care of things while we are away. She'll keep things in order, fill your coffee cup, and bring meals to your desk, - just the way you like it. I hope you and the IBM have a lovely time while we are gone. Tommy, Jen and I will think of you often. Try to remember us while your disks are booting.
Love,
Mary (Your Wife)
Time to Renovate? (Reference)
This is one of those sites that you've probably put on your "must visit" list. And for good reason. It's Hometime! That's right, the TV show Hometime.
If you've been thinking about that long-put-off renovation - a deck, that second bathroom or perhaps the new home office, but don't know where to start, fret not. Whatever your plans, strap on the utility belt, restock the first-aid kit and zip over to Hometime.
The main index offers links to info on basement projects, additions, flooring, kitchens and baths, plumbing and more. You might want to check out the Home Technology link for some really cool ideas. The main page also includes a How To link for decks, a 3-season porch and more. Need some plans? No problem. You'll find everything from gazebos, porch rockers, tables, chairs and more.
If you still need more help, check out the User Forums and exchange some ideas and helpful tips. Thumbs getting sore? Then you might want to purchase some instructional videos and books. Whatever your needs, Hometime will supply a treasure trove of information. Oh...and when you finish that deck, don't forget to invite us over for a cool refreshing beverage. We've been working hard too. :-)
What's Your NQ (Nerd Quotient)? (Reference)
In marketing terms, those who are first to adopt new technology and products are classified as 'Innovators'. They tend to be highly educated, have higher incomes and can be somewhat introverted. Sounds an awful lot like a Nerd to me! Is this you?
If you want to find out if you're a geek, then take The Nerdity Test. Here are some of the telling questions you'll be expected to answer:
- Do you take notes in more than one color?
- Was your SAT math more than 300 above your verbal?
- Do you know the difference between a scalar and a vector?
- Do you frequently find yourself with more plugs than outlets?
- Does a slinky make you think about oscillations?
- Does your underwear have your name in it?
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