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If you're anything like me, you're probably constantly looking for the best deal out there. Whether its shopping for a new car, home or just groceries, I'm always drawn to the freebies! I guess its the same with Email Marketing. Especially when you've first started and "getting your feet wet", you might not be prepared to spend too much on your tools yet.

Although there's some really great tools out there, like Aweber and Send Studio, I'm going to be talking about a few Open Source (read free) alternatives that you can start with. Now, these software are not for the faint-hearted or technologically challenged. Although most of them are quite simple to install, you still need to have some grasp of the technical jargon involved. You'll find that popular hosting panels like cPanel and Fantastico might have them pre-installed.

1. DadaMail - http://mojo.skazat.com/
Dada Mail has been around for awhile. Its written in Perl and can be set to use a flat file or a database like MySQL or PostgreSQL. The installation can be a bit daunting, but worth the effort. Once installed you can use it to generate your subscription form and cut and paste that into your website easily. Read our Dada Mail review here.

2. PhpList - http://www.tincan.co.uk/phplist
The description on their website reads: "PHPlist is a double opt-in newsletter manager. It is written in PHP and uses an SQL database for storing the information. PHPlist is software that runs on a server." The install is also quite simple but I found the interface less friendly than Dada Mail's. However it has some nice prebuilt features like Open and Click Tracking, plus a nice ability to pickup from the last email in case the sending fails midway.

3. Infinite Responder - http://infinite.ibasics.biz/
Unlike the 2 above, this is an Sequential Autoresponder developed with PHP that allows you to time your messages. It has an opt-in feature plus allows for Unlimited Autoresponders. A nice piece of software with an active forum to ask for help when you need it.

That's an intro to some of the more popular Open Source Email Marketing tools you can use. I've left out Mailman and Majordomo as its far too complicated for this purpose. If there's more that you'd like to see added, please contact me. But tools aside, its how you use them creatively that matters, but use them you must! A website without a mailing list is leaving a lot of money on the table as you would not have any means of contacting your prospects!

What I also like about using tools like these is that the information is in MySQL and that's easy to integrate into other membership registration forms and systems. You can even program your order form to automatically capture buyer's email addresses into the same database but use these email marketing tools to contact them.

If you don't know where to start or find installing scripts like this daunting, then head on over to Scriptlance or Elance and you get someone to do it for you affordably. Or perhaps if you ask nicely, some tech support at your hosting company might do it for you.

That rounds up my quick tour of Open Source Email Marketing tools. Remember that free is not always bad as these tools are often developed with collaboration from many brilliant programmers, ensuring you stable and reliable software.

T.C. Watts operates http://www.TopEmailMarketingSoftware.com, a website filled with tips, articles, reviews and how-tos dedicated to Email Marketing Software. Compare the best Autoresponder service with the Autoresponder Comparison chart - http://www.topemailmarketingsoftware.com/software/autoresponders/comparison

While you may think the most basic of toys is useless you will be surprised at what will actually help your child develop. You want to help your child learn and prepare for school. You also will want to help your child or children learn skills while they are in school. The best way to prepare a child or children for school is to buy Preschool Educational Toys they will enjoy.

The child may not understand the toy is meant to educate, but you will have that security. Toys and children go hand in hand for most families. The difference is the types of toys you may have for your children. Some will have the latest toys on the market and others will be content with the items around the house. My brother is a key example of finding something around the house to play with. At first he started out with pots and pans to play drummer with and he moved on to taking a part household items that no longer worked.

Toys and children should be in some way educational, but that doesnt mean they have to always be servicing the educational aspect. The child can just have fun with playtime and imagination. They need both time to play and you will find when given the opportunity to play with reschool_Educational_Toys, the learning will happen inevitably. Having a plan where your child has the opportunity to have fun and learn, will create more opportunities for your childs success in school. You will also want to keep changing the Preschool Educational Toys you buy for your child, as they get older.

Make sure that you find toys that are for their level. While they may still enjoy playing with some of the toys from their earlier childhood you should begin to trade out toys with more complex toys or you can even take the younger toys a step further. For example, old and easy puzzles can all be mixed together to provide a more challenging task. Most toys have age levels printed on the package so that you can be certain you are buying for the correct age.

Written by Samantha Gibson. Find more information on toys and children at Inspire Bright Minds.

Do you want a mortgage loan for your new home? Trying to qualify for a new mortgage can be very tough, especially if you arent aware of the effect your credit report score has on your ability to get approved for loans. One of the first things a lender looks at to determine your suitability for a mortgage loan is your credit report, or FICO score.

This is a composite score that gives a quick glance at your overall responsibility rating when it comes to finances. It has to do with how well you maintain repayment plans, how well you keep the ratios of your overall debt to income, your stability in employment, and many other things. Basically, the better your credit report score, the more likely you are to qualify for the loan you want.

Of course, there are many things that a lender considers before reaching the decision about your suitability for a mortgage loan. Employment stability is one. Lenders know that people who stay in the same field of work will more likely stay employed, and therefore will be more likely to repay their obligations. So, even if you have changed jobs recently, if you have kept a progression of advancing within the same field, or have simply changed employers but kept the same basic job with each, your ability to be approved for a mortgage loan should not be hindered much, unless there are negative reasons for your changing jobs.

As a matter of fact, now that automated credit report scoring has come into the lending business, less discretion gets used in determining who qualifies for what credit rate. This is supposed to ensure more objectivity in the loan approval process. For this purpose, the automated credit report score is used to give lenders the ability to boil the entire process down to review of only your overall score.

Unfortunately, this can close out some borrowers from getting loans of the amount, or interest rate they would like. Its even possible that a prospective borrower with enough income could actually be denied a loan he could afford due to a low standardized credit report score. For this reason, its imperative that prospective borrowers be diligent about improving their credit report scores and paying their bills on time. In this way the problem of disputing a low credit report score is alleviated.

Since there are five key factors that go into the composite credit report score, knowing what they are can help consumers to take control of their financial destiny by making them able enough to change things in their favor.

The very first thing that affects your overall credit report score is how well you repay your debts. Even a person with low income who carefully ensures that all his debts are repaid on time will be able to maintain a high credit report score. And timing is everything. A recent late payment is worse than several late payments some years ago.

Next, collection accounts and public histories are important to your credit report score. This means accounts that go into collection, foreclosure, and bankruptcies are harmful to your score. Ensuring these dont show up on your credit report goes a long way towards improving your credit report score. And therefore, the accuracy of your credit report becomes more important than ever. Consumers need to check their credit reports at least yearly and make sure the information therein is accurate.

Credit report scores below 620 will require remedial work to bring up to an acceptable level. This may take extended amount of time, perhaps years. But its worth it. You must build a positive credit history that shows extended time of handling your finances in a responsible way in order to bury old negative information.

James Marriott is a finance writer with more than 15 years of experience in writing financial content, including those related to credit cards, mortgages, stocks, investments, and funds. He has been with RNCOS, a premier financial writing services company, for 2 years as head of financial writing. He is also a regular financial columnist with renowned business journals. For your comments on the article and further financial assistance, please contact our staff writer at info@rncos.com.

If you or your spouses work requires frequent moves across the state, country, or perhaps even around the world, you can still create a feeling of home every time you move, and do it in a way that quickly says welcome home in a strange new place.

1. Keep it Simple. Even if your company relocates you, you will incur at least a few extra expenses as each new space always has different dimensions and proportions. Allow for, say, inexpensive new window shades and properly sized curtain rods. A long length of flowing fabric can be easily draped over the rod for an immediate drapery treatment.

2. Consider it an Adventure. Unlike people who live in one home for many years, this is your chance to collect things you love from many wonderful places and showcase them in your home, creating a life collage over time.

3. Keep it Light. Collect only items you absolutely love and that are lightweight. Small paintings or pottery are better than heavy pieces of furniture. Limit yourself to one or two pieces per move, or one piece per family member. Remember, youll have to move them next time, and moving companies charge by weight.

4. Keep it Functional. For immediate homey-ness youll want a comfortable sofa; two reading chairs with small tables to hold drinks, lamps, and magazines; a coffee table; comfortable beds and side tables with lamps; a bureau for each bedroom or family member, a dining table and chairs; computer desk(s) and chair(s); a piece to hold your TV and stereo equipment; and perhaps a bookcase or two.

5. Functional Favorites. Choose your functional pieces carefully and make sure you absolutely love their style since youll be taking them with you wherever you go. The familiarity of them will help make you feel immediately at home the next time you move.

6. Keep it Neutral. Consider purchasing large furniture, like sofas and chairs, in solid neutral upholstery fabric such as cream or tan. This makes it easier to mix and match items and use them in any room with each subsequent move. Pieces seldom fit exactly right in the next location. Neutral upholstery will help it all flow.

7. Color it Beautiful. Dress up that neutral upholstery with some pillows in your favorite colors and possibly a snuggly throw. This is your chance to bring in patterns and textures as well.

8. Bon Appetit. Buy a set of white dishes and cookware. Theyll make the colors of your food stand out and look appetizing, and you can change napkins and placemat colors depending on the occasion or your mood.

9. Spa Day. After a long move, theres nothing like a hot bath to ease the tension. Buy two complete fluffy towel sets per family member, in their favorite colors, to jazz up the bath.

10. Comfy Kids. Let your children choose their own comforter and pillows in their favorite colors for their beds. Children need a sense of immediate security and comfort in their new space and choosing their own things will help ease the transition.

11. Flower Power. To immediately make a new place feel like your own cozy home, purchase some fresh flowers and put them on your dining table in a favorite vase.

By keeping things simple, functional, and "portably colorful," (like the pillows and towels), youll quickly create a comforting new home for you and your family each time the moving van pulls into your new driveway.

c2005 Kathryn Bechen. All rights reserved worldwide.

Kathryn Bechen is a veteran freelance writer, and a former interior decorating consultant and professional organizer who has been interviewed by and featured in San Diego Home & Garden Lifestyles magazine, the Omaha World Herald, RealtyTimes.com and others. Her originally authored articles have been published in newspapers, a national decorating magazine, and across the internet. Kathryn is also author of two e-books: 191 Tips for Indoor & Outdoor Cottage Style at Home and Moving With Ease: The 8 Week Plan for an Organized & Stress-Free Move Whether You Hire a Mover or Do It Yourself! In addition, Kathryn has taught organizing seminars and spoken to groups as large as 400, and has also taught writing. For more information, go to http://www.kathrynbechenink.blogspot.com

Have you ever tried to watch satellite TV on PC with no dish? Yes, this is possible although it may sound new to people. With this article, you will discover the wonders of a satellite TV without having to suffer the hassles of installing a satellite dish.

Many are still used to satellite television watching with a dish especially for those who are located in the remote areas. The dish serves as an antenna. It transmits and receives signal with the use of satellites. This allows us to watch using a satellite television.

Setting up a satellite television is a hassle especially to people who are not technically inclined. When installing, you have to go outdoors, erect the satellite dish and fix on the dish the low-noise LNB block converter. You will also need a decoder or a receiver in order for you to install. Does it sound complicated? The great news is that watching satellite television will no longer involve this installation hassle.

Before you can enjoy watching satellite TV on PC, you need to know the following computer requirements and basic hardware:

1. You need to have a PCTV card. Your computer will serve as the satellite television and your computer monitor to serve as your TV screen. To be able to do this, you need to enable your PC to interpret and receive the channel feed on your satellite TV with the use of a PCTV card. The PCTV card may be internally installed on the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) slot. This is used to attach devices. You may then use this to attach your PCTV card to the computer's motherboard. The USB ports may also be used to attach PCTV cards externally to your computer. Check your computer for a USB port if you need to use an external card. Remember that Internet connection is important. If however you do not have a USB port, you may use an adapter to attach the PCTV card.

2. An Internet connection is necessary. You need to have a broadband connection and the speed should be at least 512 kilobytes. Your satellite TV's quality would be better if your have a faster connection. The images would be clearer and would allow for a smooth and fast transmission.

3. Check your computer configuration. Some computer requirements should also be satisfied in order for you to enjoy watching satellite TV on PC. The CPU should have Pentium 3 or higher and the RAM should have at least 128MB. Many computers sold today meet these requirements and should not be a problem to you.

4. Have a look for other computer peripherals. Other computer components would contribute to the enhancement of your television experience with the satellite TV on PC. You may install a sound card and a top-grade graphics card. Your viewing experience would also be nicer if you have sub-woofers. A theater system would also be best especially if it is compatible to your PC.

This may sound like a good way to watch satellite TV on PC. But did you know there is a much better way? With the advancements we have nowadays with technology, satellite TV on our PC may be accessed using software. Do you want to learn more about this special proprietary software that has become the talk of the town? Check out this satellite TV blog.

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In todays techno savvy world, there has been a rise in the health related problems. As a result of sedentary lifestyle, diseases like obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular have been continuously on rise. There are numerous studies and researches undertaken everyday to find out the balanced diet equation. Studies over the years have proved that food should be cooked in fish oil and cod liver oil. This is because of their numerous benefits. The fish oil helps in treatment of depression, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, cancer, peptic ulcers and type II diabetes.

The oil is not easily absorbed by many people in its natural state. It is because of its awful taste, people hate it. Therefore, people prefer taking it in the form of capsules. The oil contains vitamin D and A in abundant quantity. However, if fish oil is consumed in large amount, it can harm your health. Some of the harmful effects that can be caused are breathing problems, chest pain, diarrhea, skin irritation and high levels of blood sugar. Thus, if you suffer from any of these symptoms, stop your fish oil intake and consult a doctor.

Also, breastfeeding mothers, people with high blood pressure, diabetes and pregnant women must refer to their family doctor before taking fish oil capsules. There are side effects of these capsules that come with the overdose of EPA, DHA and omega 3 fatty acids. Studies have revealed that omega 3 is most beneficial when taken with molecularly distilled fish oil as all the contaminations like heavy material and mercury are removed by this process.

Rich sources of fish oil are albacore tuna, salmon, herring, black cod, cod liver, sardines, mackerel, anchovies and black cod. The source of cod liver oil is cod liver. Traditionally, it was given as a dietary supplement to children. It consists of vitamin D and A as well as omega-3 fatty acids. The benefit of consuming cod liver oil is that it is used to nourish hair, nails and skin. Also, the oil is taken to reduce stiffness and pain in joints which is caused due to arthritis. It has advantageous effects on bone, heart and brain.

Aroma and flavor of cod liver oil depends on the superiority of oil. The flavor can range from intolerable and intense smell to light sardine-like essence. Superior quality oil is oily, thin, pale yellow and has a mild taste of fish. Eating mint or citrus essence with cod liver oil makes the meal more delicious.

The amount of fish you consume is determined by your health and dietary status. Around 20 to 30 milliliters of cod liver oil is used while preparing food. However, studies have shown that the benefits of fish oil have been decreasing. Irrespective of any of the oil you consume, both cod liver oil and fish oil have their own advantages and disadvantages. Hence, according to ones needs and requirements one can choose any option to go with.

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Since the late 1800s, Asbestos has been widely used for commercial purposes and the usage dramatically increased during World War II. Thousands of Americans who work I in the ship yard; commercial plants etc were exposed to Asbestos dust. This was the beginning of Mesothelioma. The people who had a widespread exposure to Asbestos were at an increased risk of developing Mesothelioma. This was the beginning of the cursed disease.

Mesothelioma is the medical name for cancer of the pleura (the lining of the lung and chest cavity) or cancer of the peritoneum (the lining of the abdomen). Mesothelioma can be caused even due to an exposure to Asbestos for 1-2 months but it is most commonly found in those who had prolonged or persistent exposure.

Mesothelioma, generally does not affect a victim immediately after your exposure to Asbestos. Its affects usually appear 20-50 years after the exposure. This long latency period is one main reason why the number of people suffering from Mesothelioma is increasing everyday, in spite of preventive measures taken by the government as well as individuals.

Very similar to other forms of cancer, Mesothelioma spreads rapidly, spreading not only throughout the pleura but also metastasizing to other internal organs. The common symptoms would include shortness of breath, chest pain, coughing and loss of weight.

Mesothelioma can be effectively countered by Oxygen treatment and reducing sugar consumption. Otto Warburg discovered that the main reason of cancer is replacement of normal oxygen respiration of the body's cells by an anaerobic [i.e., oxygen-deficient] cell respiration. Warburgs theory helped us to understand that Cancer cells hate oxygen and that is the foundation of the modern oxygen treatment of cancer.

Another important information that we gathered from Warburgs research is that Cancer cells metabolize through fermentation and fermentation requires sugar. Also, metabolism rate of a cancer cell is almost 8 times more than a normal cell. (Check how Mesothelioma works at Human anatomy animation ) This fact has been wisely used and concluded that reducing or stopping the intake of sugar can definitely work as an extremely useful deterrent to cancer growth.

The initial testing for Mesothelioma is done by X-rays and often followed by an open lung biopsy to confirm the test results. If diagnosed at an early stage the cancer can be removed surgically and full recovery can be achieved through regular chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

At an advanced stage, Mesothelioma is incurable; however, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and other pain relief treatments can relieve the patient comparatively and increase the life span. The period of survival depends on the stage at which the patient has been diagnosed for Mesothelioma and his general health conditions.

This article is written by Ray Smith, a marketing expert with years of experience in different industries and specialized knowledge on branding and internet marketing.

Celebrities and Breast Size - They're Not as Naturally Blessed as You Might Think

The obsession over cosmetic perfection and, more recently, breast size, has sparked a rash of Hollywood "upsizing" in the breast department. Who's natural, what cup size are they, and who's had breast surgery? The answers may or may not be surprising. In other words, you might be shocked at just how much a push up bra can deceive to the tune of 1,2 and even three cup sizes!

Celebrities - How they Influence What We Want in a Breast Size

What determines the size of a full grown woman's breasts? Is it primarily environmental or outside influences, or is it all "in the genes"? The final size of a woman's mature breasts is mostly determined by heredity and can range from very small AA cups to very full EE cups. Breast size varies greatly among women, but the average breast size is a B cup, and all sizes and shapes are normal and healthy, although they may not fit the conventional idea of breast beauty.

For some reason, probably the increasing popularity of breast augmentation surgery and the overwhelming number of female celebrities who are considered sexy who have this breast size, the common perception today is that the perfect breast size is a C cup. See some famous celebrity breast sizes below, and you'll see these famous women are as diverse as the rest of us. Although they may all look like they have C cups in the movies or in videos, you'll see what they've really got without the padding, underwire and inserts!

Celebrity Breast Sizes - Does Their Cup Truly Runneth Over?

Jennifer Lopez breast size: Modest B cup

Angelina Jolie breast size : C cup : Hate to break it to you, but these are probably real. Yes, she is genetic perfection in the form of a waif thin body and large breasts, I'm afraid.

Britney Spears breast size : Modest C cup (when she's not pregnant or is on the slimmer side)

Christina Aguilera breast size : Pre Breast Implants : A cup Post Breast Implants : Large C cup

Catherine Bell breast size : Large D cup : Not definitive that she has implants, but I suspect she was a fairly busty woman who also had implants, which is why this large breast size looks so natural on her, and yet she doesn't have a whole lot of sagging for such a large size.

Jessica Simpson breast size : Small D cup : Jessica Simpson is another celebrity that has been puzzled over as to whether she has implants. Some "experts" say yes, and some say she's natural. I just want to know how she lost all that weight and didn't lose a bit of breast size. Hmmm...

Jessica Alba breast size : Small B cup : Although Jessica Alba is one of those celebs that has worn many a push up bras and I suspect has also worn gel inserts to change cup size so drastically between films, you can tell she has a natural breast size of about a small B cup. She also has very little body fat, which accounts for her perfectly natural smaller size.

While many of us may not be happy with the appearance of our breasts, it is good to know that they do come in all sizes and shapes, and we can actually improve their appearance - whether it be increasing their size, enhancing the shape and contour of the breast, or adding to the perkiness, firmness and perfect beauty of the female form, if we are not happy with our current breast size and appearance. There are lots of ways to do this. Massage, exercise, supplementation and just an all around good diet are a few of the ways.

It's just good to know that some of the most beautiful celebrities in the world have either had a lot of help from a plastic surgeon in the breast department, or they are not as large as they are made to look on screen. It goes to show that the most important thing is that you are happy with yourself, and feeling beautiful has much more to do with confidence and other areas other than your breasts.

Visit Natural Breast Enhancement for more information on breast enlargement products, reviews and tips to get the best results. Danna Schneider is the founder of Natural Breast Guide : Comprehensive Guide to Natural Breast Beauty .