=> 1. News From the Net => 2. Feature Article-"Why Pay Big Bucks for PDF Software" => 3. Webmaster Resources => 4. Promotional Resources => 5. Other Ezines of Interest => 6. Just for Fun or Useful => 7.E Books and Things of Interest to Publishers => 8. Freeware and Shareware to Download => 9.Subscribe/Remove Information *************************************** Hey gang, Monday again? Geeezzzzz, they keep on coming but what's the alternative ...death? Ok, so I'll take the Monday. Did you have a nice weekend? I went to see that new Mel Gibson movie that everyone's talking about "Passions of the Christ" I don't go to movies hardly ever, usually wait until they come out on DVD but the hype was too much so I had to go and check it out. I had heard tales of people crying throughout the movie so I packed my pocket with tissues as old Merle can tend to get emotional once in awhile. Especially around that time of the month (LOL). Anyway, it was not what I expected. I guess I thought they would start off with Jesus and the miracles he performed and then at the end the crucifixion but that's not how it was at all. This starts and ends with the whole crucifying episode. The whole two hour movie is them beating this poor man over and over and over. Now violence doesn't bother me as usually that's all the type of movies my boyfriend will watch with me, but this was a bit much. I found myself flinching out of my chair after awhile with every blow they gave to him. I kept thinking to myself that's enough already how many times do you need to kick or hit him. The movie is very well made, the acting superb. You do have to read the words at the bottom of the page though as there's no English at all in the movie. I found that to be rather strange too. I mean where did Mel find actors to speak an old foreign language? That had to be a tough casting call. Anyway, if you've been thinking about seeing it, check it out. You don't have to be religious to get something out of it. I'm not and did find it very moving. Then yesterday my boyfriends sister had a christening for her new baby. Their Italian and her husband actually grew up in Italy so afterwards they always rent a hall and have a big party. It's sort of like a wedding party. I think she had over 150 people and it was very nice. The food was awesome complete with dessert tables. Now I'm not a big dessert person but yesterday I did indulge. Everything was so good. Don't forget St Patty's Day is Wed. Have some fun and send your online friends a special card for the occasion St. Patrick Day Cards http://tinyurl.com/2z8zs Please take the time to take the subscriber survey. At the very least at the end you'll get to view the results to see what others had to say. http://www.AdvancedSurvey.com look in the left hand side for "take a survey" and type this number in the box 10441 By doing so you'll be given a chance to have your ad featured in this ezine at no charge. Now that's a deal. Don't forget to bookmark the Blog. You'll want to pay an occasional visit for extra goodies I find. http://merlesworld.blogspot.com/ I'd love to hear your comments over at our discussion board. This week's winner for a free ad is..Mindy Morehead For your own chance to win fill in the survey. You'll find the link at the very bottom of this ezine. A winner is pulled twice a month. Enter now. Thanks for joining me, let's get to the good stuff. If you have any comments you can send them to Me. Merle http://www.MerlesWorld.com http://www.EzineAdAuction.com http://www.MCPromotions.com

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"Why Pay Big Bucks for PDF Software: Consider Your Options"

By Merle http://MCPromotionsPress.com

If you've ever downloaded a document or purchased an
ebook online, odds are it was created in something
called "Portable Document Format" (PDF). PDF was
initially created by Adobe and is the standard for
online documents, as they can be viewed on a variety
of platforms and computers.

To read PDF documents, a computer must have "Adobe
Acrobat Reader" installed, which comes at no charge.
If you don't already have it on your system,
you can download it here:
http://adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html

Now if you want to create a PDF document, you could
go out and spend a few hundred dollars on Adobe
Acrobat Software. But there are other, lower cost
(even free) options. If you plan on creating reports or
ebooks, or any other document to add to your website,
you'll want to take a look at what's available in the PDF
creation department.

1) http://PDFMoto.com : A Web publishing system
that converts documents you create in any
Windows application into PDF. They offer several
different versions, so pricing varies, but they
do offer a free version that is limited to
50 documents.

2) http://PDF995.com : Free software that allows
you to create PDF documents as easily as hitting
the "print" key from within any application. The
free version has an advertising splash page that
comes up everytime you run the program but you
can purchase "keys" for $9.95 each to remove them
if they bother you.

3) http://Sanface.com/txt2pdf.html : Txt2PDF
Shareware that is actually a Perl 5 program that
converts your old text docs to PDF format. Runs
on any platform that supports Perl. The personal
edition is only $39.00

4) http://www.oakworth.demon.co.uk/gymnast.htm
Gymnast is a text to PDF creator for Windows.
This downloadable software is actually freeware.
Very powerful and easy to use and it's loaded
with features. Just open the software, select
the document and convert it.

5) http://tinyurl.com/la4j : CutePDF Printer is
totally free. This software has no annoying ads
or banners. Choose print from within any application
to create a PDF instantly.

6) http://Win2PDF.com : This software creates PDF
files from any Windows NT, Win 2000 or XP application.
Price ranges from $35.00 to $69.00, depending on which
version you wish to purchase. Installs as a print
driver so all you do is click print from any software
app you're using and you're done.

As you can see, you have plenty to choose from when
it comes to software packages, but what if you just
have an occasional need to create PDF's? There are
some websites that will allow you to create documents
right online at their sites.

Here are a few to get you started:

1) Adobe: http://www.Adobe.com

Look in the left hand column for the button that
says "create PDF online." You can create up
to five documents free; after that you'll need to
pay $9.99 a month or $99.00 per year for unlimited
usage.

2) Create Your Own PDF:
http://www.sanface.com/createpdf.html

Just paste your text into the box and hit the button.
Presto, you're done.

3) GoBlc: http://www.gohtm.com/

Free online conversion service that allows you to
upload any document. They do the PDF conversion
and email you back with the file.

One of the biggest problems with PDF documents,
especially when it comes to ebooks, is that they're
not easily modified for use by affiliates /associates.
Many .exe ebooks allow you to download them and
easily customize them with your own affiliate links.
When it comes to viral marketing, rebranding ability
is of the utmost importance. This gives others the
incentive to freely give away your ebook if they can
insert their own affiliate links. This was a problem with
PDF, but not anymore.

1) Viral PDF: http://viralpdf.com

With this software, you can easily rebrand your
PDF ebooks. It's actually a set of two Windows
files. Once you create your material you can
give it to your affiliates along with a small
software application that allows them to rebrand
the links in the ebook with their own. Only $67.00

2) Custom PDF Maker : http://CustomPDFMaker.com

A script that allows your visitors to enter their
links into a webpage, press a button and the PDF
is created with their links in it. Only $19.95

3) PDF Link Changer: http://PDFLinkChanger.com

Software that searches through a PDF file, displays
all url's and email links and allows you to easily
change them. If you create marketing materials
for your affiliates, this one's for you. Purchase
without resale rights for only $19.00

No matter how you choose to create your own PDF's --
with software, on the fly online, or rebrandable --
by taking the time to check out these resources,
you'll save yourself a lot of time and money.
Remember, when it comes to PDF creation, Adobe's
not the only game in town.

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HTML CHECKER

Think your HTML is correct? Run it through this free
online tester and find out where your errors really are.
Remember, some browsers won't display your site
correctly if your coding isn't right.

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HIVEWARE

The Enkoder Form will encrypt your Email address and
convert the result to a self evaluating JavaScript,
hiding it from Email-harvesting robots which crawl
the web looking for exposed addresses. Your address
will be displayed correctly by web-browsers, but will
be virtually indecipherable to Email harvesting robots.

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JIMTOOLS

A collection of tools for Webmasters, including a
great form validator,HTML, XML, CSS validators,
Javascript code generators,PERL/PHP/HTML encryptors,
color and entities charts, menu builders, and much,
much more.

http://www.jimworld.com/tools/

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Build Dynamic Menus Using CSS
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Useful Tips
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Clear IE Browser Bar

If you're on one website and need to type in another
url don't backspace out the existing address, hit Cntrl
plus the D key to quickly highlight the address then
hit your delete key.

SUBMIT TO YAHOO FREE

Now that Yahoo is re-organizing and changing itself here's
your change to bypass their usual 299 a year fee and get
your website listed for nothing. Hurry, as they may change
their minds at anytime.

http://submit.search.yahoo.com/free/request

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PAYLOADZ

Sell digital goods online easily. Works in conjunction
with Paypal and a basic account is free.

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HOME FUN

Fun things you can make with your printer and HP special
papers. Cards, recipe books, photo albums and more. I
stopped in for a visit and had so much leave I spent over
an hour making fun personalized items. Check it out.

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PISSED OFF PETE

I don't know about you but the older I get the
less patience I seem to have for people. Especially
people who piss me off and need to be put in their
place. Enter Pete. You'll find the best collection of
bumper stickers that you can secretly place on your
enemy's car that will have him drawing attention from
everyone on the road. You can purchase 24 for only
25.00. I say keep a steady supply on hand you'll never
know when you'll need one. My favorite from Petes
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VISION SAVE

If you wear contacts and order them online (if
you don't, you should, much cheaper that way).
Vision Save offers much cheaper prices then
you'll find at some of the other leading contact
resellers. Many different brands and styles
available.

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EXACT MAPPER

"Create a professional site map for your Web pages without
writing a single line of code. The process is fully
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structure of your website. eXactMapper Lite offers
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MOZILLA FIREBIRD

Some say this browser is faster and nicer then IE.
They'll have to do a lot of work to surpass IE in
the browser department but if you'd like to check
out Mozillas latest this ones for you. Includes tab
browsing and pop up blocking.

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