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Changing clocks
That time a year in US except Arizona and Hawaii start daylight savings before we go to sleep Saturday we switch clocks one hour ahead Saturday March 7
Daylight Savings Time starts at 3am DT (2am ST) Sunday March 8 2020.
Remember most computer, mobile phones. Tablets and some TVs and other devices switch on their own.
It is important that your device has the correct time zone if you have the ability to set it.
A few older devices made 2005 or before may switch on the wrong date, since the time of time change was changed by congress in 2005 and daylight savings time was extended in 2007. (not regular computers that have software updates, or cell phones that update time from carrier)
The spring time change (March) time we make sure we are getting enough sleep.
The enough sleep is especially important because the risk of heart attacks increase the Monday and Tuesday after the spring time change http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/03/120307162555.htm
Smoke detectors now since batteries last longer (some up to 10 years) should be tested every month to see if batteries need to be replaced instead of replacing them on a schedule.
Smoke detectors are of course important year round. It is very sad to see someone not making it out of a fire.
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E-file taxes
originally published Jan 31 2015
A reminder: instead of using all of those paper forms, why not e-file your taxes? It’s quicker, eliminates errors, and if you save to your computer instead of printing it’s better for the environment. (I recommend a backup either on a flash drive, online or both). Also choosing direct deposit, will allow you to receive your refund faster and not worry about getting to the bank. Choosing direct withdraw will allow you to save mailing or writing a check.
There are several ways to e-file:
On your own: In MN for income tax return http://www.revenue.state.mn.us/
Most providers have you go through an interview process, so it is different than filling out paper forms on your own that can make it more likely to make a mistake. Calculations are built in.
In the USA: http://www.irs.gov/Filing/E-File-Options
Also most tax preparers have the ability to e-file your income tax return, just double check before you decide to go with the provider and you can choose direct deposit as well.
Most business taxes (other than individual income) in MN requires e-filing.
Home owners can also submit property tax rebate online for free http://www.revenue.state.mn.us/
Renters can e-file with https://efile-express.com (there may be a fee) or use the software with your income tax return filing (you may need to print the form or transfer it to the M1PR form sent to you in the mail).
MN Department of Revenue site:
http://www.revenue.state.mn.us/
IRS web site
http://www.irs.gov
(this site is not affiliated with any of the links or organizations above in this post, and shouldn’t be considered tax advice)
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Happy New Year 2020
Hope you have happy, healthy, safe and prosperous new year.
Still photos of Harrison Groundbreaking
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mobile phone questions
Each mobile phone model is different especially by different brands. I got asked a few things by my neighbors about their phones.
finding dial pad on one phone had to press the (touch screen) phone button then star(favorites) and the dial pad button on bottom.
On one phone to get the power on/off (sleep/wake) button to work had to take off the battery cover and put it back on properly..
On a flip phone had to press and hold the red call end button for about 3 seconds to turn on and off.
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data breaches
Recently I received 2 letters saying my private information may have been breached from state and a private company.
Minnesota department of human services said an email account was compromised. http://mn.gov/dhs/media/news/index.jsp?id=1053-370213
Productive Alternatives said a server was compromised at its Brainerd MN location.
Both of these organizations handle very sensitive personal private information but unlikely financial gain.
Both only offered advise to check my credit report annually at annualcreditreport.com as allowed by US law and saying the software security problem was corrected. A report of the investigation was also offered by PA.
A Url http://www.consumer.gov/idtheft/ to information about identity theft was also provided.
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Celebrating 20 years of business
see special offer below coupon code 20years
- 20 years ago (April 25 1999) today I started out in business with Onamia Area Website
- Later came Milaca Area Website and TwinCitiesMN.com
- Photography was used with the web sites and advertisements (business listings) were and are revenue. Featured business listings now on sale for original price of $20 per year
- Later expanded to digitizing old media such as VHS tapes and scanning photo prints.
- Computer repair was added and later changed to business services and remote computer support (for individuals and business). Business was named Nate’s Computer Services
- Later came Brainerd Update and web hosting services were added again
- To celebrate I’m offering a coupon code 20years
to save 15% on purchases of at least $20 on Web hosting and domain name services
Save 20% by entering in coupon code 20years for items purchased on this website
A day to remember to take care of the place we are everyday of the year.
Taking care of your equipment such as computers monitors smartphones and tablets and properly cleaning it out can make it last longer avoiding improper disposal, and reducing the energy and materials needed to make new devices.
Don’t overlook used and refurbished equipment especially if you are good at solving problems with equipment. Upgrading a computer with a solid state drive can speed it up significantly.
Using portable devices such as smart phones and tablets can save energy compared to using a traditional desktop computer. Using less screens can also save energy.
Remember to unplug your charger from the wall when not charging equipment such as a smart phone. Laptops/notebook should only be plugged in sometimes not all the time.
you can use your computer to save you from driving or printing things by doing things such as business meetings, banking, insurance, and taxes online.
Use energy / power saving settings on your computing device. The monitor does not need to be on when nobody is there to use the computer.
Put your device into sleep mode (or off) while your taking a jog or riding bike to work.
Remember to reuse things, not only for their original use, but you may be able to find new uses for your old products or packages.
reduce the energy and water you use. Reduce the wasteful products you buy such as those with heavy packaging or those that require a lot of shipping. Less animal foods/products.
Not only recycle, but buy recycled products when possible.
Typing this to you on my solar powered keyboard. Remember when possible use renewable energy. I will be biking later to my 2nd job with my dynamo powered light.
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Happy Holidays
and Merry Christmas. Working on a new look for the main web site here.