Summary:Introduction There are several ways to create a PDF from a Microsoft Word document. PDF, or Portable Document Format, is used worldwide as a standard in publishing documents on the Internet. This article will briefly look at the origins and use of PDF and detail a document conversion solution that anyone can use. Background PDF has become the de facto standard in sharing documents and...

Summary:One of my favorite things about being an elementary school teacher is talking with my students about their dreams for what they will become as they grow up. I find that children have the most innocent and endearing dreams and ambitions. So each fall I spend a couple of afternoons discussing different professions with my students and bringing professionals in several common fields into...

Summary:The best way to convert Word .doc files to PDF files is to download a copy of OpenOffice.org. OpenOffice.org is a free, open source, alternative to Microsoft’s pricey Office suite of programs. The interface may take some getting used to, but the functionality of OpenOffice.org and it’s low price tag makes it a powerful alternative to the current reigning office suite for...

Summary:For anyone concerned about what is left on their PC after using the Internet, Webroot Window Washer can set the mind at ease. Keywords:Webroot Window Washer, computer security Article Body:For anyone concerned about what is left on their PC after using the Internet, Webroot Window Washer can set the mind at ease.  Window Washer wipes away all traces of past PC use. It not only...

  Summary:What is a Virtual Assistant? This is a question you've probably asked yourself if you have heard of the title "Virtual Assistant." A Virtual Assistant (VA) is an independent contractor and a home-based entrepreneur who uses the Internet, phone, fax, email, and other technology to communicate with his/her clients.  Virtual Assistants provide administrative support and/or...