I'm excited to tell you that I'm part of a commercial that will soon air on TV and below are some of the behind the scene pics. :) 

A domain is one of those things that nearly anyone who uses a computer or reads the news has heard of, but a relative few actually know what it is, what it does and why it's necessary for you to have one if you're putting up a website of any kind. Since more people are setting up online shops than ever before, here's a little primer for those who are new to the table.

What is a Domain?

A domain is simply an address, like you home or business address. It tells the web browser where a particular website is located on the Internet in the same way that a GPS will tell you where a particular home is located when you enter the physical address. The first part consists of the name of the domain, usually the company or person who owns the website, such as myCompany. The second part is a suffix, called a Top Level Domain (TDL), that usually indicates a business type or location, such as .org, .edu or .com. All domains must be registered, and they under the jurisdiction of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).

All domains are housed on servers that are run by hosting companies. Each server has a unique IP address, and that address, along with all domains that are registered with that server, are listed in a database called the Domain Name System (DNS). You can look up any registered domain, whether it is actively in use or not, on another database called Whois, which contains all of the personal contact information for the person or business behind the domain name.

Why Do I Need a Domain?

Your domain name is both your identity and your location on the Internet. Without it, customers and search engines couldn't find your website. Having a domain also establishes your credibility, and it helps protect your trademarks, copyrights and intellectual property.

How Do I Get One?

Anyone can choose and reserve a domain name, even if they don't currently have a website in progress. It can be literally anything you want it to be, as long as that domain name isn't already registered. You simply choose a server to host your website. Depending on the TOS, they will either give you a free domain name and registration as part of the service, or charge a fee; the fee depends on how potentially lucrative or popular the name is.

Once you choose a name for your domain, the service will check available domain names to see if it's unused. If you find the name unavailable, you can add numbers, change the spelling or choose a different TDL. You can also bid on a specific name that's already registered, if it's important for you to have that particular name. There are some who make a good living registering and reselling domain names for profit. Depending on your contract and TOS, you can also transfer your domain to another server if you're unhappy with your current host.

So many things had happened. I wanted to write them right away here. But laziness just always strikes me ! Arrgghh..

Anyway, I'm in the mood right now and I just want to make a quick update on how's life and give you the reasons why I called this a celebration of happiness :)


Weddings

Two of my college classmates got married alredy. Yep? As in naunahan pa nila ako. Imagine? Kailan kaya ang sa akin? But I'm super happy for them. They have finally found their Mr. Right! 

July 15 -  it was my first time to attend a wedding ceremony. This was the wedding of Grace, one of my closest friends in College.  I couldn't help myself but to cry especially the part where she entered the chapel and her parents were waiting. 

If there’s something in your life that you’d like to truly master, this guide is designed to help you! Anybody can become a pro at almost anything. Depending on who you are and what you’re already good at, you might find this easy or really difficult. But, you can do it no matter what! Let’s take a look at how you can become pro at almost anything:

Dedicate Time to it Every Day

To become a pro at something, you need to dedicate time to it every day. The amount of time you dedicate will depend on what it is and how much time you have. However, it’s usually better to learn in shorter bursts and then come back, rather than have one long study session. You won’t retain information as well when you have one long session!

Outline What You’d Like to Achieve

Make sure you outline what you’d like to achieve. I’m not just talking in general either, for example, learn how to code. I mean set yourself smaller more manageable tasks. Split them up as many times as you can to make teeny tiny tasks, and before you know it they will all add up to the bigger goal! You’ll simply be far more likely to stick to it and won’t get overwhelmed.

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Eliminate Distractions

Distractions are the devil when you’re trying to learn something new, so get rid of them. Put your mobile in another room, and turn the TV off. Simply focus on what you’re trying to achieve. Before you know it, you will have learnt a new skill all on your own!

Find Lots of Useful Resources

There are so many useful resources out there, you don’t need to use only one. There are classes, workshops, tutors, online videos, and online courses. You have so many options depending on what suits you! Everybody learns a different way. Some from writing, some from practical, some from a mix. Work out the best way you retain information and then do that.

Don’t Give Up

Never give up. The key is to have a positive attitude and can-do mindset and you’ll always get to where you want to be. Everybody started out where you were once. Everything started out as just an idea. It’s up to you to put the effort in to bring them to life. When you have a ‘can’t fail’ attitude, you really won’t fail. There’s no way anybody with that attitude ever failed.

Challenge Yourself

To become a pro, you need to try things and experiment. You need to challenge yourself. Do things you think might not be possible yet and you might surprise yourself. Don’t hold yourself back. Don’t be afraid of failure. Failure only helps us to become successful by teaching us about the things we don’t know, so there’s no harm in it!

If you’re determined to become a pro, you’ll do it. Have that mindset, take the steps to get there and you’ll do it easily. Come back soon!

Do you feel that you aren’t getting the most out of your Mac because you’re not making use of its video editing capabilities? If you wish you could but are turned off by the steep learning curve that is often talked about in relation to editing videos – the solution is simple: Try out a more user-friendly software such as the Movavi Video Editor for Mac.

Instead of having to jump through hoops and leap over hurdles to edit your videos, the Movavi Video Editor for Mac will make the process as painless as possible. In fact, in most cases the features that you’ll use will be extremely intuitive and straightforward.

Because of its emphasis on providing video editing software for Mac that is easy to use, it should only take you a couple of minutes to come to grips with the user interface – and soon after that you’ll be able to figure out most of the features.

Don’t be fooled by how simple it all seems however – the truth is that the Movavi Video Editor for Mac is actually very powerful and brings tons of great features to the table, including:

In a nutshell, you should have the tools that you need to create a professional-looking video for work or personal purposes. What you do from there on out is up to you, but if you feel that it is good enough you may even want to upload it to YouTube or Facebook to share and show off to your friends and family. Who knows – you may even want to start producing more of your own content on a regular basis.

Gift buying can be incredibly hard. You need to buy something that suits the interests and personality of the person you’re buying for. Here are some ideas when buying for a female gaming enthusiast.

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Gaming-Themed Jewellery

Yes, there is plenty of gaming-themed jewellery out there. It’s a great way of combining your friend’s love of gaming with the conventional gift of jewellery. It puts a new spin on an old gift idea. The internet is literally packed with different kinds of gaming-themed jewellery, so you definitely won’t be short of choices. You can get little earrings that have little gaming symbols on them or characters from different games. They’re fun and interesting, and they make perfect gifts for gamers.

A Gaming Chair

Every gamer, whether they’re male or female, needs a great gaming chair to relax in when they’re having fun on whatever game they’re playing. Gaming chairs can be found in lots of different price ranges nowadays, so you should be able to find one no matter what your budget is. The best ones are equipped with all kinds of gadgets and accessories that hook the chair up to the games console. Alternatively, you could buy a gaming desk or other functional items that are essential for gamers.

Super Mario Chess Board

The Super Mario Bros chess board is incredible. If you know someone who is obsessed with that little Italian plumber and they love playing chess as well, there really is no better gift than this. I want one and I don’t even know how to play chess! Each character from the Super Mario Bros universe is represented with their own unique chess piece. They stand in for the usual piece you get on an ordinary chess set. It’s not particularly expensive either, so it makes a great gift.

Gameboy iPhone Case

We all need a case for our phone. They get damaged really easily, and the last thing you want to deal with is a cracked iPhone screen. So, why not help your friend out and buy them a cool iPhone case as a gift? There are lots of gaming-themed cases out there, but my favourite is the case that makes your iPhone look like a retro Nintendo Gameboy. If you were a kid when the original Gameboy was released, you probably had one at the time. It’s a blast from the past that could be the perfect gift for your gaming friend.

Tetris Lights

Tetris lights work the same way as all other kinds of lights. They’re a great way of bringing some extra colour and brightness to a dark room or office. But the difference is, as you may have guessed, the Tetris lights are shaped like Tetris blocks from the classic game. Tetris was undoubtedly one of the most addictive and frustrating games in history, but people still love it. You can stack the Tetris lights in different ways, the same way you can when playing the game.

Hopefully, these cool gift ideas will have given you some inspiration and helped you find the perfect gift for the female gamer in your life!

Technology is so prevalent in modern society that its influence can be felt everywhere. There are so many ways we use technology to enhance and advance our lifestyles. Check out some of these ways right now.

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Communication

Communication is the key to a functional society. You have to make sure you are able to communicate whenever you need to. It could be with friends, family, or clients. But you need to make sure you can communicate. Well, the good news is that technology has made this much easier to achieve. You have smartphones that let you stay active on the move. You can choose the perfect laptop for home emails and Skyping. There are so many communication options thanks to technology.

Running a Business

A lot of people these days see themselves as entrepreneurs. The small business market is flourishing, and every week more and more people launch new businesses. And these days it is impossible to make a business successful without the use of technology. Think about all the most important components relating to your business. You'll need an excellent website, client communication, and a great marketing strategy. And the only way to get all of this is through the use of technology. You’ve got to make sure your business is active across a digital platform.

Getting Around

You might not have considered it, but technology is vital for us getting around. Think about how many transport networks run on technology. And think about the transport you use in your daily life. Whether it’s cars, motorbikes or SegBoards, they all need to use technology to run. In fact, even using a bike you’ll probably require some form of GPS system. Technology is crucial for getting around on a daily basis. So this will help you to develop a

Connecting With Strangers

We all use technology daily, and one of the biggest things we use is social media. Can you remember a time before social networking sites? Most people won’t be able to. And there is a debate about whether social networking is a positive or negative thing. This is largely a moot point. But one thing’s for sure, it has enhanced our lives. We can use these sites to stay connected not just with friends but strangers from across the globe. It’s an excellent form of keeping up with what’s going on in the world.

Entertainment

One of the major uses of technology these days is for entertainment. Think about the interests most people have. Everyone enjoys movies, music and television. And all these things rely on technology. You can get online now and watch things too. Whether you’re on a tablet, a smartphone, or you’re at home in front of the television technology is vital. And due to the way it’s developed it has transformed the way we observe entertainment.

As you can see, there is no doubt that technology has had a huge impact on our lives. It’s almost impossible to conceive of a time before the internet and smartphones. We’re so reliant on them that they dictate the way we live. Make sure you understand all the ways technology influences your existence.

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Unless you drive alone at night, you will come across other cars on your travels. And when you do, you always see a car you prefer than the one you currently drive. It cannot be helped because it is human nature to want something that we cannot have. But, instead of pining for a car and settling for another that is not quite yet in the twenty-first century, you can make yours better. Let me give you a few examples of how to get the job done.

Get Better Tires

Whether you have an old banger or a brand spanking new car, you can always change the tires. In fact, it is something that I would suggest you seriously consider. Tires can make a massive difference to the handling and the performance, and you can install them on any car. As the thread starts to wear, the tires become less effective. The car won’t stop as quickly or do as it is told, almost like it has a mind of its own. New ones will negate all of this for the cost of fifty pounds per set.

Get Better Brakes

Again, brakes are another massive accessory that has an impact on performance. And again, they are something that is easily remedied. When you think about the twenty-first century, you think about advances in technology and safety, especially with regards to cars. The safety aspect, in particular, is something that has come along astronomically in the past couple of years. Just by installing new ceramic or metallic brakes, you can enhance the safety ten-fold.

Splash Of Paint

In modern society, there are a lot of emphases placed on looks, and cars are no different. Most people will just look at a car and take to it because of the colour or the style. Forget about what is under the hood; all we are bothered about as a society is what is on top of the hood. So, to make your car look the part, you don’t even need any performance enhancing upgrades, just a paint job. Paint jobs are not hard to come by, either. Just check out the packages at and Auto Body and pick the colour scheme that you find the most attractive. Easy!

Add The Right Gadgets

The time of looking at a map or an AZ is long gone. In 2015, we have gadgets that will take you to your doorstep from any place in the world. Of course, satellite navigational systems are so standard that even car manufacturers install them for into the fixtures. But, there are other gadgets that your car can have that will enhance your driving experience. For example, you can always add stereo speakers into the interior or TV sets into the headset. Maybe the most important of them all is the portable phone charger. Although it says phone charger, any electronic device with the right fitting will work.

If you don’t like what you have, do not settle. Always try and push yourself, and your car, to be better.

There’s no question that the internet has changed society greatly over the past 20 years. And businesses have been one of the main beneficiaries.

However, the World Wide Web isn’t just a great communication tool. We can achieve far more than sending a few company emails. The internet is a powerful resource and you should be using it to help your business thrive.

Here are just four ways that it can improve your operation.

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Increase Customer Base

The most important aspect of your business is the customer. Finding new and effective ways to increase your numbers is a must, and the internet can help you greatly.

Your website is one of the most powerful marketing tools at your disposal, so make sure it has a good design. Meanwhile, you can improve its visibility with SEO. In turn, this will increase your sales both online and offline. Don’t forget, people still use the internet when searching for local products too.

Moreover, social media campaigns can cast your nets even further afield. You won’t get that from more traditional marketing schemes.

Increase Workflow

Most businesses now use computers to some degree. For many sectors, they are a crucial piece of the operation. Computer technology already sends our workflow through the roof, but wouldn’t it be even greater if you could step it up another notch?

You can! Blue Star Technology consulting services will help you find the best way to make your IT solutions work harder for the company. The increased workflow should result in improved productivity. In turn, this should encourage bigger profits.

As well as helping productivity, outsourced IT solutions could also help lower your overheads. What more incentive could you need?

Assemble A Better Team

Recruitment is a vital part of being a great boss. Your ideas and innovation will only go so far, and you must acquire the best team to make those dreams a reality. The internet will be of huge assistance throughout the process.

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In addition to posting vacancies on various online job boards, you can also use freelance directories to find people yourself. This gives you a much better chance of finding the best candidate for the job.

Best of all, some employees won’t even be required to turn up to the office. This can lower equipment costs and other overheads such as insurances. Most importantly, though, the right team of employees will get the best results for your business.

Organisation

Anybody that has ever applied for a job will know that good organisational skills are a highly sought talent. There are solid reasons for this, and essentially staying organised will help the business thrive. Once again, the internet is your friend.

Nowadays, you can pretty much make your office go paperless. You’ll no longer have to waste hours looking for a misplaced document. And as we are all aware, time is money. Meanwhile, it saves on the need for loads of storage space.

For the more environmentally conscious owner, it will reduce your printing output too.

Many people dread the idea of presentations. They hate standing up in front of people and speaking publiclly. It can feel terrifying, with all eyes on you. Suddenly you forget how to use your mouth. And, what do you usually do with your arms?? You start to sweat, and words tumble out of your mouth. If that sounds familiar, you need some killer tips to improve your performance and confidence. If you’re running a business, it’s likely that you’ll need to make a few presentations. Are you prepared? Personally, I quite enjoy doing presentations. So long as I am well prepared, it’s empowering to give a good speech. Here are some of my top tips.

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Get to the point

Even the very best public speakers struggle to hold people’s attention throughout the whole presentation. As an audience, we get distracted, and we start to think about other things. That means you’ve got to start with a bang. The first few seconds are the most important. So, get straight to the point. Give them what they came for immediately. My favourite tip? Start with the conclusion. Give them the headline conclusion right at the start. Then, you can go into more detail. But grab their attention first.

Tell a story

After the crucial introduction, the tricky part is weaving a compelling central part. This is where you’ll start to lose your audience. It’s the dense part of the presentation where you discuss figures and case studies. It’s not easy to make this part compelling. One trick that most of the best orators use is storytelling. Weave an intriguing and captivating story. Base it on real life, and use it to hold your audience’s attention. Throughout the story, you can inject the necessary facts and figures.

Personality and performance

This is the hardest part of a presentation to teach. For some people, performing and public speaking come quite naturally. Now, I’m not saying you need to be the world’s best comedian. You don’t need to jump around and act out the presentation. I’m talking about the way you tell the stories and deliver the headlines. Simple variations in voice tone and facial expression is enough to keep the audience listening. Use your hands, and move around a little. Demonstrate passion and excitement for the subject. Avoid a dull, monotone delivery.

Use visual accompaniments

They say a picture paints a thousand words. Well, it’s certainly true when it comes to presentations. Why would you reel off a long list of figures when you can quickly display them on a chart or graph? Speeches and presentations are for persuading and convincing. It needs to be crystal clear and simple. So, if there are any complex figures or issues, use a visual accompaniment. Use projectors to display graphs and case studies. Use a handout or brochure to show your full product list.

Leave them with a powerful thought

All that’s left to do is wrap up the presentation in a way that connects with the audience. I find the best thing to do is leave them with a thinker! Change their perspective on something, or show them a new future. Leave them inspired and thoughtful.

That’s all there is to it! Make it concise, compelling, and always leave them with a powerful thought. Got any other great tips I should know about?

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Any ladies with free time on their hands might turn to the internet for entertainment. At the end of the day, we are now living in a digital world. So, there is no excuse for lazing around feeling bored. You won’t have to look far to find something good to occupy you online. Just in case you needed some inspiration, I’ve listed the most popular activities below. I spoke to more than fifty friends before writing this post. The suggestions below are those people mentioned most often. You don’t have to listen to my advice. However, I’m just trying to help you out.

Using dating websites

Those of you who haven’t found the love of your lives will be glad to learn that all is not lost. There are thousands of dating websites online these days. So, you are guaranteed to find one that meets your requirements. I would advise that you don’t pay for a premium service until you’ve had time to check the site out thoroughly. You need to be certain there are a lot of desirable guys on there from your local area.

Starting a business

It is easier than ever before to start a business online. You don’t even have to make an investment in some circumstances. With the right concept, it could be possible for you to make a profit from day one. Lots of ladies register on freelancing websites and obtain some extra income. You just need to advertise your skills to find work. If you think starting a business is wise, you should look for something very simple.

Having a flutter

You need to be careful if you plan to gamble online. So long as you don’t have an addictive personality, everything should be fine. A few years ago, there weren't many casino websites around for people who used Mac computers. However, that has since changed. I spoke to the owner of Macdaddy Casinos yesterday. He told me there were now hundreds of reputable sites for people who use Apple products.

Watching movies

Online streaming services like Netflix offer fantastic value for money. Gone are the days when you need to sit through lots of adverts during TV shows and films. You can now pay a small fee to gain access to their entire catalogue. There are also lots of competing services you might like to consider. It all depends on your personal tastes. I hear the new Top Gear show will go out on Amazon Instant Video. So, you might want to avoid that unless you’re happy with your partner hogging the screen.

Catching YouTube clips

Those of you who loved watching candid camera shows in the 1990s are going to love YouTube. Hundreds of thousands of users upload funny and interesting videos every single day. It’s perfect for people who don’t have enough time to watch a movie. You can subscribe to your favorite channels to keep updated with all their latest uploads.

Shopping

There is nothing you can’t purchase online. Indeed, that is why so many people spend their free time shopping. Whether you’re looking for quirky items or standard clothing, you are sure to find some fantastic deals. Make sure you subscribe to mailing lists, so you are one of the first people to hear about new offers.

Listening to music

Spotify and similar services have become very popular in recent times. You can listen to almost any song in the world at the push of a button. In your spare time, you might like to create some playlists for your next social gathering. Also, listening to songs from your youth is sure to brighten even the darkest days.

Learning interesting facts

We all love interesting facts. There are lots of websites dedicated to publishing unusual information. You just need to bookmark a few of them and check back when you have time. I follow a site that lets me know everything about the current day in history. So, I have lots of cool facts to tell my work colleagues. They must think I’m a quizmaster.

Now you know lots of ways you can keep busy online, I hope you won’t sit around feeling bored after work. You could even invest in a tablet if you want to make things more comfortable. That would allow you to check all those websites and perform all those actions without having to hold a hot laptop. Just make sure you set spending limits if you plan to gamble online. It can be easy to get carried away.