Input: [Characteristic] Typical contents [Numbered List] Introduction Numbered points (between 3 and 9) Conclusions and call to action (optional) About the company (optional) [Problem/Solution] Executive summary Industry-wide problem Existing solutions and drawbacks New, improved solution Case study (optional) Buyer’s guide Conclusions and call to action About the company [Backgrounder]

Output: Introduction Features and benefits of each feature Conclusions and call to action About the company

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Keystroke combination] Alt-Tab [Destination]

Output: Next field

Using the ALT Key in QuickBooks - For Dummies


Input: [Keystroke combination] Alt-Shift-Tab [Destination]

Output: Previous field

Using the ALT Key in QuickBooks - For Dummies


Input: [Keystroke combination] Alt-Home [Destination]

Output: Beginning of current field

Using the ALT Key in QuickBooks - For Dummies


Input: [Keystroke combination] Alt-End [Destination]

Output: End of current month

Using the ALT Key in QuickBooks - For Dummies


Input: [Keystroke combination] Alt-Ctrl-Page Up [Destination]

Output: First item on list or previous month in register

Using the ALT Key in QuickBooks - For Dummies


Input: [Keystroke combination] Alt-Ctrl-Page Down [Destination]

Output: Last item on list or next month in register

Using the ALT Key in QuickBooks - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Choose among Google, Bing, and Yahoo! search engines. [Setting]

Output: Search Engine

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Turn on AutoFill to automatically complete contact information, names, or passwords as you type. [Setting]

Output: AutoFill

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Control whether linked pages open in a new page or in the background. [Setting]

Output: Open Links

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Turn the Private Browsing feature, which prevents Safari from storing information about your browsing activities, on or off. [Setting]

Output: Private Browsing

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Specify whether to accept cookies only from sites you’ve visited, never, or always. [Setting]

Output: Accept Cookies

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Tap to clear the history of websites you’ve visited in the browser. [Setting]

Output: Clear History

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Clear any website cookies and data that have been stored on your iPhone. [Setting]

Output: Clear Cookies and Data

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Turn on to allow your cellular network to save items on the Reading List to the phone so you can read them offline. [Setting]

Output: Use Cellular Data

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Turn on the feature to warn you when you go to suspicious websites. [Setting]

Output: Fraud Warning

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Turn this on to enable JavaScript-based features such as rollover and pop-up menus and some other browser-generated content to run in Safari. [Setting]

Output: JavaScript

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Turn this on to block (most) pop-up windows from displaying in the browser. [Setting]

Output: Block Pop-Ups

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Review data stored on your device by individual websites and allow Debug Console to display information to help you resolve errors when displaying web pages. [Setting]

Output: Advanced

Customizing Browser Settings with Your iPhone 5 and Safari - For Dummies


Input: [Component] XBRL Instance [Description]

Output: Basically, a new type of XML business report format that contains business information. XBRL instances contain facts being reported and other information (such as context and units) that provides context for those facts. May also contain footnotes (comments). XBRL instances refer to XBRL taxonomies that describe the facts used within that XBRL instance.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Context [Description]

Output: Provides context for facts, including information about the entity, the period, or other dimensions of the reported information.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Units [Description]

Output: Provides additional context needed for numeric facts, such as the currency of the fact or some other unit of measure.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Fact [Description]

Output: Information being reported or exchanged. A fact has a value, is associated with a concept from an XBRL taxonomy, and has contextual information associated with it. Facts can also have footnotes associated with them.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Footnotes [Description]

Output: Basically comments that can provide additional information relating to a fact or that can connect facts together.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Discoverable Taxonomy Set [Description]

Output: Collection of all XBRL taxonomies referred to by either an XBRL instance or by an XBRL taxonomy.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] XBRL Taxonomy [Description]

Output: Similar to a dictionary that describes information contained within an XBRL instance. However, unlike a dictionary, XBRL taxonomies can also express other information, such as hierarchies of relations between those dictionary entries.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Concept [Description]

Output: Used by facts in an XBRL instance. Concepts describe facts and have specific and unique meanings, names, data types, and other attributes. A concept specifies the XML tag and other constraints on a fact in an XBRL instance. Concepts are similar to the words in a dictionary.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Network [Description]

Output: A set of related concepts or resources. You can use networks to organize an XBRL taxonomy and to express multiple sets of relations or resources.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Resource Network [Description]

Output: A set of related resources. Resources provide additional information about a concept.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Labels [Description]

Output: Allow the taxonomy creator to create labels for each concept in the taxonomy. They let humans work with a more user-friendly label rather than having to work with ugly XML element names. Labels also provide multilingual and multidialect support. Labels also provide documentation for a concept, such as a human-readable definition of the concept.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] References [Description]

Output: Allow the taxonomy creator to express references to external sources (such as a paragraph in a manual) that explain or further define a concept in human terms. References are pointers to a reference, not the references themselves.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Formulas [Description]

Output: Allow the taxonomy creator to express various types of business rules to be enforced. XBRL instances that use an XBRL taxonomy containing these rules must comply to these rules.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Relations Networks [Description]

Output: A set of related concepts. Relation networks allow taxonomy creators to associate one concept with another concept in various ways for many purposes.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Presentation [Description]

Output: Allow for a simple parent-child type of relationship (a hierarchy) to be expressed. Presentation relations are primarily intended to help organize the XBRL taxonomy. You can also use presentation-type relations to help generate human-readable renderings of an XBRL instance.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Calculation [Description]

Output: Allow for certain types of computations to be expressed between concepts within an XBRL taxonomy. Only addition and subtraction are handled by XBRL calculation relations. You can use XBRL Formulas to express more sophisticated computations.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Definition [Description]

Output: Can be used for any number of purposes. Definition relations basically let you express any type of relation, and you can define any role that explains what type of relation you have created.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Term] Activity Streams [Description]

Output: A listing of cumulative activity for each community user. Each time a user does something, such as post a new comment or status update, it shows up in their Activity Stream.


Input: [Term] bbPress Forums [Description]

Output: Gives community groups the ability to create and manage a discussion forum for their group.


Input: [Term] Blog Tracking [Description]

Output: An aggregation of a user’s blog activity, including new blog creation, recent blog posts, and comments.


Input: [Term] Extended Profiles [Description]

Output: Allows site owners to create custom profile fields for their users to fill in with information that will display on their profile page.


Input: [Term] Friends [Description]

Output: Allows community members to connect with one another through the ability to “friend” other members; each member subsequently has a listing of friends within the community.


Input: [Term] Groups [Description]

Output: Gives community users the ability to create groups, which are a gathering of community members with similar interests, and gives them a place within the community to interact, discuss, and share information.


Input: [Term] Private Messaging [Description]

Output: Allows community members to send private messages to their friends. Think of this as an internal e-mail program where users can send and reply to messages from one another, and the messages are kept private between the senders and recipients.


Input: [Action] Touch [How to Touch the Screen]

Output: Just touch it.

Nexus One Touch Screen Operations - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Double-tap [How to Touch the Screen]

Output: Touch twice in the same spot.

Nexus One Touch Screen Operations - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Long press [How to Touch the Screen]

Output: Touch a spot while keeping your finger down.

Nexus One Touch Screen Operations - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Swipe [How to Touch the Screen]

Output: Touch a spot while dragging your finger left, right, up, or down.

Nexus One Touch Screen Operations - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Flick [How to Touch the Screen]

Output: Swipe your finger across the screen.

Nexus One Touch Screen Operations - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Pinch [How to Touch the Screen]

Output: Use two fingers spread apart and then bring them together while continuing to touch.

Nexus One Touch Screen Operations - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Spread [How to Touch the Screen]

Output: Use two fingers closed together and then spread them apart while continuing to touch.

Nexus One Touch Screen Operations - For Dummies


Input: [Pressing This Key] ↑

Output: Up one line of text

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] ↓

Output: Down one line of text

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] ←

Output: Left to the next character

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] →

Output: Right to the next character

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] Ctrl+↑

Output: Up one paragraph

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] Ctrl+↓

Output: Down one paragraph

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] Ctrl+←

Output: Left one word

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] Ctrl+→

Output: Right one word

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] PgUp

Output: Up one screen

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] PgDn

Output: Down one screen

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] Home

Output: To start of current line

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] End

Output: To end of current line

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] Ctrl+Home

Output: To top of document

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Pressing This Key] Ctrl+End

Output: To bottom of document

Word 2013 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies

Cursor-Movement


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win [What It Does]

Output: Cycles between the Start screen and the last used application

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+C [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Charms bar

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+D [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Desktop

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+E [What It Does]

Output: Opens a File Explorer window called Computer

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+F [What It Does]

Output: Opens the File Search pane

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Ctrl+F [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Search window for networked computers

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+H [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Share charm

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+I [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Settings charm

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+K [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Devices charm

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+L [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Lock screen

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+M [What It Does]

Output: Minimizes all open windows

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Shift+M [What It Does]

Output: Restores all windows minimized with Win+M

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Q [What It Does]

Output: Opens the Apps Search pane

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+R [What It Does]

Output: Opens the Run dialog box

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+T [What It Does]

Output: Cycles through taskbar programs

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+U [What It Does]

Output: Displays the Ease of Access Center

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+W [What It Does]

Output: Opens the Settings Search pane

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+F1 [What It Does]

Output: Displays Windows Help

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Up Arrow [What It Does]

Output: Maximizes the current Desktop window

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Down Arrow [What It Does]

Output: Minimizes/restores the current Desktop window

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Left Arrow [What It Does]

Output: Tiles the window on the left side of the screen

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Right Arrow [What It Does]

Output: Tiles the window on the right side of the screen

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Print Screen [What It Does]

Output: Takes a screen capture and saves it to the Pictures folder

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Tab [What It Does]

Output: Cycles through open Metro apps

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Key or Key Combo] Win+Break [What It Does]

Output: Displays the System Properties dialog box

PCs All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Artistic→Colored Pencil [Filter_2] Sketch→Graphic Pen [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Artistic→Neon Glow [Filter_2] Sketch→Halftone Pattern [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Foreground + background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Brush Strokes→Accented Edges [Filter_2] Sketch→Note Paper [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Foreground + background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Distort→Diffuse Glow [Filter_2] Sketch→Photocopy [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Render→Clouds [Filter_2] Sketch→Plaster [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Foreground + background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Render→Fibers [Filter_2] Sketch→Reticulation [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Foreground + background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Sketch→Bas Relief [Filter_2] Sketch→Stamp [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Foreground + background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Sketch→Chalk & Charcoal [Filter_2] Sketch→Torn Edges [Color(s)_3] Foreground + background [Color(s)]

Output: Foreground + background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Filter] Sketch→Conte Crayon [Filter_2] Texture→Stained Glass [Color(s)_3] Foreground [Color(s)]

Output: Foreground + background

Photoshop CC For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] An in-depth look at the features and benefits of a certain product or service [Numbered List] A numbered set of tips, questions, answers, or points about some issue [Problem/Solution] A persuasive essay that uses facts and logic to present a new solution to a problem [Characteristic]

Output: Definition

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] B2B buyers near the bottom of the sales funnel [Numbered List] Anyone interested in the issue [Problem/Solution] B2B buyers near the top of the sales funnel; also analysts, bloggers, channel partners, and journalists [Characteristic]

Output: Audience

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] A factual description of the technical or business benefits of a product or service [Numbered List] A light and lively roundup of points or highlights about some issue [Problem/Solution] Useful information about an industry-wide problem that educates readers and positions your company as a trusted advisor [Characteristic]

Output: Approach

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] To support your firm’s position as an undisputed leader in the field To support technical evaluations To support a product launch [Numbered List] To get attention with provocative views To cast FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) on competitors To nurture prospects through a complex sale [Problem/Solution] To generate leads To educate your market To build recognition for your company [Characteristic]

Output: When to use

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] 8+ pages plus cover [Numbered List] 5 to 7+ pages plus cover [Problem/Solution] 8 to 12 pages plus cover [Characteristic]

Output: Length

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] Introduction Features and benefits of each feature Conclusions and call to action About the company [Numbered List] Introduction Numbered points (between 3 and 9) Conclusions and call to action (optional) About the company (optional) [Problem/Solution] Executive summary Industry-wide problem Existing solutions and drawbacks New, improved solution Case study (optional) Buyer’s guide Conclusions and call to action About the company [Characteristic]

Output: Typical contents

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Day of the Week] Monday [Lunch] Burrito with black beans, brown rice, guacamole, and fresh salsa [Dinner] Miso stew [Breakfast]

Output: Fruit smoothie made soy yogurt, flaxseed, and nuts

Vegan Menus for a Full Week - For Dummies


Input: [Day of the Week] Tuesday [Lunch] 1 cup hummus, ten carrot sticks, Greek olives, green salad with sprouts, and vinaigrette [Dinner] Beans and broccoli over polenta [Breakfast]

Output: Fortified vegan cereal with slivered almonds, vegan milk, and a banana

Vegan Menus for a Full Week - For Dummies


Input: [Day of the Week] Wednesday [Lunch] 2 cups three-bean salad mixed with a diced avocado and drained marinated artichoke hearts [Dinner] Baked black bean burgers on whole-grain buns and topped with all the usual fixin’s [Breakfast]

Output: 2 slices whole-grain toast spread with almond butter and apple butter and 1 cup of vegan milk

Vegan Menus for a Full Week - For Dummies


Input: [Day of the Week] Thursday [Lunch] Pita filled with hummus, avocado slices, and chopped lettuce and drizzled with your favorite vegan salad dressing [Dinner] Brown rice, roasted sweet potato fries, sautéed kale and tempeh cubes drizzled with Bragg’s Liquid Aminos [Breakfast]

Output: Banana and ½ cup mixed raw almonds and raisins with a cup of herbal tea

Vegan Menus for a Full Week - For Dummies


Input: [Day of the Week] Friday [Lunch] Amy’s low-sodium lentil soup with a side of sliced red bell pepper [Dinner] Cauliflower chickpea curry over quinoa [Breakfast]

Output: Homemade porridge using leftover grain from preceding day; make with maple syrup, nuts, and cinnamon or bok choy, cashews, and soy sauce

Vegan Menus for a Full Week - For Dummies


Input: [Day of the Week] Saturday [Lunch] Leftover quinoa and cauliflower chickpea curry scooped into tortillas or whole-grain pitas [Dinner] Creamy broccoli soup with rice balls [Breakfast]

Output: Vegan British beans on toast

Vegan Menus for a Full Week - For Dummies


Input: [Day of the Week] Sunday [Lunch] Leftover broccoli soup with a side of fresh crusty bakery bread and Earth Balance spread [Dinner] Large green salad topped with crumbled tofu cheese, garbanzo beans, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes and drizzled with olive oil and fresh lemon juice [Breakfast]

Output: Cornbread muffins with soy sausages and a hot mug of chocolate rice milk

Vegan Menus for a Full Week - For Dummies


Input: [Step] 5.1 [Who] Writer [What]

Output: Creates 1- or 2-page draft executive summary

How to Prepare an Executive Summary for your White Paper - For Dummies


Input: [Step] 5.2 [Who] Writer [What]

Output: Sends draft executive summary to client

How to Prepare an Executive Summary for your White Paper - For Dummies


Input: [Step] 5.3 [Who] Client [What]

Output: Circulates draft executive summary to all reviewers with deadline for comments

How to Prepare an Executive Summary for your White Paper - For Dummies


Input: [Step] 5.4 [Who] Reviewers [What]

Output: Comment on executive summary

How to Prepare an Executive Summary for your White Paper - For Dummies


Input: [Step] 5.5 [Who] Client [What]

Output: Gathers all comments and resolves any differences

How to Prepare an Executive Summary for your White Paper - For Dummies


Input: [Step] 5.6 [Who] Writer [What]

Output: Refines executive summary to incorporate comments

How to Prepare an Executive Summary for your White Paper - For Dummies


Input: [Step] 5.7 [Who] All [What]

Output: Repeat steps 5.2 through 5.6 until all reviewers are satisfied with executive summary

How to Prepare an Executive Summary for your White Paper - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] L [Tool]

Output: Line

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] E [Tool]

Output: Eraser

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Spacebar [Tool]

Output: Select

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] M [Tool]

Output: Move

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] C [Tool]

Output: Circle

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] A [Tool]

Output: Arc

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] R [Tool]

Output: Rectangle

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] P [Tool]

Output: Push/Pull

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] O [Tool]

Output: Offset

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Q [Tool]

Output: Rotate

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] S [Tool]

Output: Scale

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Shift+Z [Tool]

Output: Zoom Extents

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] B [Tool]

Output: Paint Bucket

SketchUp 2014 For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] An in-depth look at the features and benefits of a certain product or service [Numbered List] A numbered set of tips, questions, answers, or points about some issue [Problem/Solution] A persuasive essay that uses facts and logic to present a new solution to a problem [Characteristic]

Output: Definition

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] B2B buyers near the bottom of the sales funnel [Numbered List] Anyone interested in the issue [Problem/Solution] B2B buyers near the top of the sales funnel; also analysts, bloggers, channel partners, and journalists [Characteristic]

Output: Audience

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] A factual description of the technical or business benefits of a product or service [Numbered List] A light and lively roundup of points or highlights about some issue [Problem/Solution] Useful information about an industry-wide problem that educates readers and positions your company as a trusted advisor [Characteristic]

Output: Approach

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] To support your firm’s position as an undisputed leader in the field To support technical evaluations To support a product launch [Numbered List] To get attention with provocative views To cast FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) on competitors To nurture prospects through a complex sale [Problem/Solution] To generate leads To educate your market To build recognition for your company [Characteristic]

Output: When to use

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] 8+ pages plus cover [Numbered List] 5 to 7+ pages plus cover [Problem/Solution] 8 to 12 pages plus cover [Characteristic]

Output: Length

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Backgrounder] Introduction Features and benefits of each feature Conclusions and call to action About the company [Numbered List] Introduction Numbered points (between 3 and 9) Conclusions and call to action (optional) About the company (optional) [Problem/Solution] Executive summary Industry-wide problem Existing solutions and drawbacks New, improved solution Case study (optional) Buyer’s guide Conclusions and call to action About the company [Characteristic]

Output: Typical contents

Defining the Three Main Types of White Papers - For Dummies


Input: [Use This . . .] F5 [To Do This . . .]

Output: Start a slide show

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] N [To Do This . . .]

Output: Advance to the next slide

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] Enter, Page Down, right arrow, down arrow, or spacebar [To Do This . . .]

Output: Perform the next animation

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] P [To Do This . . .]

Output: Go back to the previous slide

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] Page Up, left arrow, up arrow, or Backspace [To Do This . . .]

Output: Repeat the previous animation

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] Type the slide number and then press Enter [To Do This . . .]

Output: Go to a specific slide

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] B [To Do This . . .]

Output: Display a black screen

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] W [To Do This . . .]

Output: Display a white screen

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] Esc [To Do This . . .]

Output: End a slide show

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] H [To Do This . . .]

Output: Go to the next hidden slide

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] Ctrl+P [To Do This . . .]

Output: Display a pen cursor

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] Ctrl+A [To Do This . . .]

Output: Display an arrow cursor

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Use This . . .] Ctrl+H [To Do This . . .]

Output: Hide the cursor

PowerPoint 2010 Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies

PowerPoint 2010 Slide Show Shortcuts


Input: [Shortcut Key] → [Action]

Output: Move cursor right one character

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Shift+→ [Action]

Output: Select character to right

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+→ [Action]

Output: Move cursor right one word

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+ Shift+→ [Action]

Output: Select to end of word

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] ← [Action]

Output: Move cursor left one character

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Shift+← [Action]

Output: Select character to left of cursor

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+← [Action]

Output: Move cursor left one word

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Home [Action]

Output: Move cursor to start of line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Shift+Home [Action]

Output: Select text to start of line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] End [Action]

Output: Move cursor to end of line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Shift+End [Action]

Output: Select text to end of line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] ↑ [Action]

Output: Move cursor up a line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] ↓ [Action]

Output: Move cursor down a line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+↓ [Action]

Output: Move cursor to next procedure

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+↑ [Action]

Output: Move cursor to previous procedure

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] PgUp [Action]

Output: Scroll up one screen

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] PgDn [Action]

Output: Scroll down one screen

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+Home [Action]

Output: Go to top of module

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+ Shift+Home [Action]

Output: Select all text to top of module

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+End [Action]

Output: Go to bottom of module

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+ Shift+End [Action]

Output: Select all text to bottom of module

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+X [Action]

Output: Cut selection

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+C [Action]

Output: Copy selection

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+V [Action]

Output: Paste selection

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+Y [Action]

Output: Cut current line to Clipboard

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+Delete [Action]

Output: Delete to end of word

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Delete (Del) [Action]

Output: Delete character or selected text

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Backspace [Action]

Output: Delete character to left of cursor

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+Backspace [Action]

Output: Delete to beginning of word

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+Z [Action]

Output: Undo

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Tab [Action]

Output: Indent line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Shift+Tab [Action]

Output: Outdent line

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+F [Action]

Output: Find

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+H [Action]

Output: Replace

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] F3 [Action]

Output: Find Next

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Shift+F3 [Action]

Output: Find Previous

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] F1 [Action]

Output: Get help with currently selected word

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut Key] Ctrl+I [Action]

Output: Quick Info

Navigating and Selecting Code in VBA - For Dummies


Input: [Strategy Review Meetings] Waypoint level: highways in the sky [Operational Review Meetings]

Output: Runway level: coming in for landing

Strategy Reviews vs. Operational Reviews - For Dummies

Strategy versus Operational Reviews


Input: [Strategy Review Meetings] Department level conversation about what you’re working on [Operational Review Meetings]

Output: Keeping everyone in the loop on how your projects are going

Strategy Reviews vs. Operational Reviews - For Dummies

Strategy versus Operational Reviews


Input: [Strategy Review Meetings] Review of key performance indicators (KPIs) — are we moving the dial; showing results? [Operational Review Meetings]

Output: High-level updates on your projects — are we on target?

Strategy Reviews vs. Operational Reviews - For Dummies

Strategy versus Operational Reviews


Input: [Strategy Review Meetings] Deep dive into one or two department goals and discuss strategic issues [Operational Review Meetings]

Output: Escalate issues that require management involvement

Strategy Reviews vs. Operational Reviews - For Dummies

Strategy versus Operational Reviews


Input: [Strategy Review Meetings] Take action and adapt the plan [Operational Review Meetings]

Output: Share travel plans

Strategy Reviews vs. Operational Reviews - For Dummies

Strategy versus Operational Reviews


Input: [Strategy Review Meetings] Dept. manager reports out; group discussion/brainstorm [Operational Review Meetings]

Output: Individual reports out

Strategy Reviews vs. Operational Reviews - For Dummies

Strategy versus Operational Reviews


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + N [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + N [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Create a new document

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + O [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + O [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Open an existing document

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + S [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + S [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Save an open document

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + W [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + W [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Close an open document

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + Shift + W [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + Shift + W [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Close all open documents

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + Q or Alt + F4 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + Q or Opt + F4 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Quit Dreamweaver

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + Z or Alt + Backspace [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Option + Delete [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Undo

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + Y or Control + Shift + Z [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + Y or Command + Shift + Z [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Redo

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + X or Shift + Delete [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + X or Shift + Delete [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Cut

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + C or Shift + Insert [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + C or Shift + Insert [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Copy

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + V [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + V [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Paste

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + Shift + V [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + Shift + V [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Paste Special

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + A [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + A [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Select All

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + F [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + F [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Find and Replace

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + U [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + U [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Open the Preferences Panel

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] F5 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] F5 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Refresh Design View

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + B [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + B [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Make Selected Text Bold

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + I [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + I [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Make Selected Text Italic

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + Shift + P [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + Shift + P [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Apply Paragraph Formatting to Selected Text

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + 1 through 6 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + 1 through 6 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Apply Heading Formatting (H1-H6) to Selected Text

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Return [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Return [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Add New Paragraph

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Shift + Return [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Shift + Return [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Add a Line Break

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Command + Shift + Spacebar [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + Shift + Spacebar [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Insert a Non-Breaking Space

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Drag selection to new location [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Drag selection to new location [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Move object or text

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control-drag selection to new location [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Option-drag selection to new location [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Copy object or text

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Double-click [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Double-click [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Select a word

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Triple-click [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Triple-click [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Select a row

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Shift + F7 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Shift + F7 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Run a Spell Check

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] F1 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] F1 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Open the Help Window

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + = [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + = [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Zoom In

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Control + - [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + - [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Zoom Out

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] F12 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Option + F12 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Preview in Primary Browser

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Shift + F12 or Control + F12 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Command + F12 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: Preview in Secondary Browser

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press: (PC Shortcut)] Alt + F11 [Press: (Mac Shortcut)] Option + F11 [To Do This: (Action)]

Output: LiveView

Dreamweaver CS4 Command Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Breed] Dalmatians [Bred to . . .] Currently bred for companionship [Energy Level]

Output: Very high

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Fighters [Bred to . . .] Originally bred to fight each other or other species [Energy Level]

Output: Medium

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Guard Dogs [Bred to . . .] Guard territory [Energy Level]

Output: Medium

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Large-Game Hounds [Bred to . . .] Challenge large game [Energy Level]

Output: Medium

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Livestock Drivers [Bred to . . .] Move sheep and cattle from field to field [Energy Level]

Output: High

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Non-Sporting Group [Bred to . . .] All vary historically [Energy Level]

Output: Medium

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Pointers [Bred to . . .] Course fields all day, point, and retrieve [Energy Level]

Output: Very high

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Portuguese Water Dogs [Bred to . . .] Retrieve nets from water [Energy Level]

Output: Medium to high

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Rescue/Water dogs [Bred to . . .] Rescue humans [Energy Level]

Output: Low (in general)

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Retrievers [Bred to . . .] Stay by master’s side and retrieve on command [Energy Level]

Output: High

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Scent Hounds [Bred to . . .] Follow and trail game [Energy Level]

Output: High

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Setters [Bred to . . .] Run in the fields, point, flush, and retrieve fowl [Energy Level]

Output: High

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Sheep Herders [Bred to . . .] Herd sheep [Energy Level]

Output: Medium to high

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Sight Hounds [Bred to . . .] Pursue fast-moving game [Energy Level]

Output: High in spurts and then low

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Sled/Draft Dogs [Bred to . . .] Pull sleds or carts long distances [Energy Level]

Output: Medium to high

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Spaniels [Bred to . . .] Flush and retrieve birds [Energy Level]

Output: High

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Toy Group [Bred to . . .] Companionship [Energy Level]

Output: Low

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Vermin Hunters [Bred to . . .] Hunt barn pests [Energy Level]

Output: Medium to high

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Statistical Measures Option] Average [What It Does]

Output: Finds the mean of values in selected range.

Excel Data Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Statistical Measures Option] Count [What It Does]

Output: Tallies the cells that hold labels, values, or formulas. Use this when you want to count the number of cells that aren’t empty.

Excel Data Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Statistical Measures Option] Numerical Count [What It Does]

Output: Tallies the number of cells in a selected range that hold values or formulas.

Excel Data Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Statistical Measures Option] Maximum [What It Does]

Output: Finds the largest value in the selected range.

Excel Data Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Statistical Measures Option] Minimum [What It Does]

Output: Finds the smallest value in the selected range.

Excel Data Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Statistical Measures Option] Sum [What It Does]

Output: Adds the values in the selected range.

Excel Data Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Divergent Thinking] Lateral style of thinking [Convergent Thinking]

Output: Linear style of thinking

Creative Thinking For Dummies Cheat Sheet (UK Edition) - For Dummies


Input: [Divergent Thinking] Eclectic [Convergent Thinking]

Output: Fact based

Creative Thinking For Dummies Cheat Sheet (UK Edition) - For Dummies


Input: [Divergent Thinking] Open ended [Convergent Thinking]

Output: Solution focus

Creative Thinking For Dummies Cheat Sheet (UK Edition) - For Dummies


Input: [Divergent Thinking] Stream of thought [Convergent Thinking]

Output: Logical approach

Creative Thinking For Dummies Cheat Sheet (UK Edition) - For Dummies


Input: [Divergent Thinking] Rapid idea generation [Convergent Thinking]

Output: Steady idea generation

Creative Thinking For Dummies Cheat Sheet (UK Edition) - For Dummies


Input: [Divergent Thinking] Unconventional [Convergent Thinking]

Output: Conventional

Creative Thinking For Dummies Cheat Sheet (UK Edition) - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] X [Action]

Output: View Thumbnail version of page

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] ? [Action]

Output: Bookmark page

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] ! [Action]

Output: Hide or unhide banner

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] R [Action]

Output: Refresh current page

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] Space [Action]

Output: Insert period in Go To field

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] Shift + Space [Action]

Output: Insert slash in Go To field

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] Escape (arrow key to the right of the trackpad) [Action]

Output: Stop loading Web page

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] Press and hold Escape (arrow key to the right of the trackball or trackpad) [Action]

Output: Close browser

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] . (period) [Action]

Output: Move to specific page

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Shortcut] 5 [Action]

Output: Open bookmarks

BlackBerry Pearl Browser Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Go to Layout [Description]

Output: Loads and displays a specific layout

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Go to Record/Request/Page [Description]

Output: Loads and displays a specific record, request, or page

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Go to Field [Description]

Output: Sets the focus on a specific field

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Go to Next Field [Description]

Output: Sets the focus on the next field in the layout tab order

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Go to Previous Field [Description]

Output: Sets the focus on the previous field in the layout tab order

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Set Field [Description]

Output: Stores a value in the field

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] New Record/Request [Description]

Output: Creates a new record in the current table

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Delete Record/Request [Description]

Output: Deletes the current record

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Move/Resize Window [Description]

Output: Sets the position and size of the current window

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Show/Hide Status Area [Description]

Output: Toggles the hiding or showing of the status area

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Enter Browse Mode [Description]

Output: Puts the current layout into Browse mode

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Enter Find Mode [Description]

Output: Puts the current layout into Find mode

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Function] Enter Preview Mode [Description]

Output: Puts the current layout into Preview mode

FileMaker Pro Design & Scripting For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Press This Key] + [This Happens]

Output: Adds one day to the date shown

QuickBooks 2012 Calculation and Editing Tricks - For Dummies


Input: [Press This Key] T [This Happens]

Output: Replaces the date shown with today’s date

QuickBooks 2012 Calculation and Editing Tricks - For Dummies


Input: [Press This Key] – [This Happens]

Output: Subtracts one day from the date shown

QuickBooks 2012 Calculation and Editing Tricks - For Dummies


Input: [Press This Key] Y [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the first day in the year

QuickBooks 2012 Calculation and Editing Tricks - For Dummies


Input: [Press This Key] R [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the last day in the year

QuickBooks 2012 Calculation and Editing Tricks - For Dummies


Input: [Press This Key] M [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the first day in the month

QuickBooks 2012 Calculation and Editing Tricks - For Dummies


Input: [Press This Key] H [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the last day in the month

QuickBooks 2012 Calculation and Editing Tricks - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 7 articles of lost mail per hour [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: 20,000 lost articles of mail per hour

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 1 unsafe minute of drinking water every seven months [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: Unsafe drinking water for almost 15 minutes per day

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 1.7 incorrect surgical operations per week [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: 5,000 incorrect surgical operations per week

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 1 short or long landing at major airports every five years [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: 2 short or long landings at major airports every day

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 68 incorrect drug prescriptions each year [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: 200,000 incorrect drug prescriptions each year

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] One hour without electricity every 34 years [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: No electricity for almost 7 hours each month

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 4,021 shares incorrectly traded on the NYSE every day [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: 11.8 million shares incorrectly traded on the NYSE every day

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 1 warranty claim for every 980 new automobiles [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: 3 warranty claims for every new automobile

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [99.99966% Good (Six Sigma)] 17 to 34 deaths attributed to hospital errors each year [99% Good (3.8 Sigma)]

Output: 48,000 to 96,000 deaths attributed to hospital errors each year

How to Calculate Six Sigma Quality - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,L [Function] Returns the worksheet to normal view from Page Layout or Page Break Preview [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Normal View

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,P [Function] Puts the worksheet into Page Layout View showing the page breaks, margins, and rulers [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Page Layout View

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,I [Function] Puts the worksheet into Page Break Preview, showing page breaks that you can adjust [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Page Break Preview

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,E [Function] Puts the worksheet in full-screen mode, which hides the Microsoft Office Button, Quick Access Toolbar, and Ribbon — press the Esc key to restore previous viewing mode [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Full Screen

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,V,G [Function] Hides and redisplays the row and column gridlines that form the cells in the Worksheet area [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Gridlines

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,Y,G [Function] Zooms the Worksheet area in or out to the magnification percentage needed to display just the cell selection [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Zoom to Selection

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,N [Function] Inserts a new window in the current workbook [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | New Window

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,A [Function] Opens the Arrange dialog box, where you can select how workbook windows are displayed on the screen [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Arrange All

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,F [Function] Opens the Freeze Panes drop-down menu, where you select how to freeze rows and columns in the Worksheet area [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Freeze Panes

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,S [Function] Splits the worksheet into four panes using the top and left edge of the cell cursor as the vertical and horizontal dividing lines — press hot keys again to remove all panes [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Split

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,H [Function] Hides the current worksheet window or workbook [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Hide

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,U [Function] Opens the Unhide dialog box, where you can select the window or workbook to redisplay [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Unhide

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,B [Function] Tiles two open windows or workbooks one above the other for comparison — press hot keys again to restore the original full windows [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | View Side by Side

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [Hot Keys] Alt+W,W [Function] Opens the Switch Windows drop-down menu, where you can select the open window or workbook to make active [Excel Ribbon Command]

Output: View | Switch Windows

How to Access Common View Commands in Excel 2007 - For Dummies


Input: [eBay Slang] MIB [What It Abbreviates] Mint in Box [What It Means]

Output: The item is in the original box, in great shape, and just the way you’d expect to find it in a store.

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A Quick List of eBay Abbreviations


Input: [eBay Slang] MOC [What It Abbreviates] Mint on Card [What It Means]

Output: The item is mounted on its original display card, in store-new condition.

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A Quick List of eBay Abbreviations


Input: [eBay Slang] NRFB [What It Abbreviates] Never Removed from Box [What It Means]

Output: Just what it says, as in bought but never opened.

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A Quick List of eBay Abbreviations


Input: [eBay Slang] COA [What It Abbreviates] Certificate of Authenticity [What It Means]

Output: Documentation that vouches for the genuineness of an item, such as an autograph or painting.

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Input: [eBay Slang] MINT [What It Abbreviates] Mint [What It Means]

Output: A never-used item or collectible in perfect condition

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Input: [eBay Slang] OOAK [What It Abbreviates] One of a Kind [What It Means]

Output: You are looking at the only one in existence!

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Input: [eBay Slang] NR [What It Abbreviates] No Reserve Price [What It Means]

Output: A reserve price is the price set by a seller when he or she begins an auction. If bids don’t meet the reserve, the seller doesn’t have to sell the item.

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Input: [eBay Slang] HTF, OOP [What It Abbreviates] Hard to Find, Out of Print [What It Means]

Output: Out of print, only a few ever made. (HTF means scarce; it doesn’t mean you spent a week looking for it in the attic.)

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Input: [Keys] Ctrl+A [Action]

Output: Selects all text or objects in a document or window

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Input: [Keys] Ctrl+C [Action]

Output: Copies the selected text or objects to the Clipboard

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Input: [Keys] Ctrl+X [Action]

Output: Cuts (removes) the selected text or objects to the Clipboard

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Input: [Keys] Ctrl+V [Action]

Output: Pastes text or objects from the Clipboard to the cursor location

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Input: [Keys] Ctrl+Z [Action]

Output: Undoes the most recent action

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Input: [Keys] Ctrl+S [Action]

Output: Saves the current document

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Input: [Keys] Win (the Windows logo key) [Action]

Output: Opens the Start menu

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Input: [Keys] Win+D [Action]

Output: Displays the desktop (minimizes all windows); repeat keystroke to restore open windows

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Input: [Keys] Win+E [Action]

Output: Opens Windows Explorer on the Computer

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Input: [Keys] Win+G [Action]

Output: Displays desktop gadgets on top of open windows

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Input: [Keys] Win+X [Action]

Output: Opens the Windows Mobility Center on laptops

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Input: [Keys] Win+Tab or Alt+Tab [Action]

Output: Switch between open applications

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Input: [Keys] F11 [Action]

Output: Display window full-screen (not all applications)

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Input: [What It Does] Finds the mean of values in selected range. [Statistical Measures Option]

Output: Average

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Input: [What It Does] Tallies the cells that hold labels, values, or formulas. Use this when you want to count the number of cells that aren’t empty. [Statistical Measures Option]

Output: Count

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Input: [What It Does] Tallies the number of cells in a selected range that hold values or formulas. [Statistical Measures Option]

Output: Numerical Count

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Input: [What It Does] Finds the largest value in the selected range. [Statistical Measures Option]

Output: Maximum

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Input: [What It Does] Finds the smallest value in the selected range. [Statistical Measures Option]

Output: Minimum

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Input: [What It Does] Adds the values in the selected range. [Statistical Measures Option]

Output: Sum

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Input: [Bred to . . .] Currently bred for companionship [Energy Level] Very high [Breed]

Output: Dalmatians

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Originally bred to fight each other or other species [Energy Level] Medium [Breed]

Output: Fighters

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Guard territory [Energy Level] Medium [Breed]

Output: Guard Dogs

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Challenge large game [Energy Level] Medium [Breed]

Output: Large-Game Hounds

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Move sheep and cattle from field to field [Energy Level] High [Breed]

Output: Livestock Drivers

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] All vary historically [Energy Level] Medium [Breed]

Output: Non-Sporting Group

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Course fields all day, point, and retrieve [Energy Level] Very high [Breed]

Output: Pointers

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Retrieve nets from water [Energy Level] Medium to high [Breed]

Output: Portuguese Water Dogs

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Rescue humans [Energy Level] Low (in general) [Breed]

Output: Rescue/Water dogs

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Stay by master’s side and retrieve on command [Energy Level] High [Breed]

Output: Retrievers

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Follow and trail game [Energy Level] High [Breed]

Output: Scent Hounds

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Run in the fields, point, flush, and retrieve fowl [Energy Level] High [Breed]

Output: Setters

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Herd sheep [Energy Level] Medium to high [Breed]

Output: Sheep Herders

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Pursue fast-moving game [Energy Level] High in spurts and then low [Breed]

Output: Sight Hounds

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Pull sleds or carts long distances [Energy Level] Medium to high [Breed]

Output: Sled/Draft Dogs

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Flush and retrieve birds [Energy Level] High [Breed]

Output: Spaniels

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Companionship [Energy Level] Low [Breed]

Output: Toy Group

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Bred to . . .] Hunt barn pests [Energy Level] Medium to high [Breed]

Output: Vermin Hunters

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Allows you to connect ancient (legacy) serial, parallel, joystick, and other devices to your laptop. This adapter saves you from buying a port replicator and allows you to continue to use older hardware with your newer laptop. [Device]

Output: Legacy adapter

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Lets you (when numbers are your game) quickly enter values without having to toggle the main keyboard between numeric and alpha modes. [Device]

Output: Numeric keypad

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Adds high-quality sound hardware to your laptop. For example, the Sound Blaster Audigy can be added by using the USB port to give your laptop full 5.1 Dolby surround sound. (No word on how best to lug around the five speakers and a subwoofer.) [Device]

Output: Sound hardware

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Let's your hear sound. To go along with the USB sound expansion, you can get some mini-USB-powered speakers for your laptop. Get the type with the handy tote-strap. [Device]

Output: Speakers

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Handles all your on-the-road videoconferencing and self-voyeuristic needs. [Device]

Output: Video camera or Webcam

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Lets lawyers and other people do their document scanning in a portable manner. [Device]

Output: Scanner

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Imagine! Plugs in and is powered by the USB port. Furthermore, imagine it with a stiff-yet-twistable neck so that you can see the keyboard when you use your laptop in the dark. [Device]

Output: Little light

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Controls your little man, pilot your space ship, or wield that sword of magic. [Device]

Output: Game controller

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Acts like a fancy pad on which to sit your laptop. It contains a tiny, quiet fan that helps keep your laptop cool, and it runs from the power supplied by the USB port. [Device]

Output: Laptop cooler

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Lets you transfer some of the laptop’s power to your mobile phone. [Device]

Output: Mobile phone recharger

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Input: [Unusual Thing It Does] Uses the USB port to power an alarm on a cable lock or plugs in to the USB port and unlocks (or unscrambles) the laptop’s data. [Device]

Output: Security device

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Input: [Press This Key] + [This Happens]

Output: Adds one day to the date shown

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Input: [Press This Key] T [This Happens]

Output: Replaces the date shown with today’s date

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Input: [Press This Key] – [This Happens]

Output: Subtracts one day from the date already shown

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Input: [Press This Key] Y [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to January 1 of the current year

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Input: [Press This Key] R [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to December 31 of the current year

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Input: [Press This Key] M [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the first day in the month—for example, March 1 if the current month is March

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Input: [Press This Key] H [This Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the last day in the month—for example, March 31, if the current is March

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Input: [Device] Legacy adapter [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Allows you to connect ancient (legacy) serial, parallel, joystick, and other devices to your laptop. This adapter saves you from buying a port replicator and allows you to continue to use older hardware with your newer laptop.

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Input: [Device] Numeric keypad [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Lets you (when numbers are your game) quickly enter values without having to toggle the main keyboard between numeric and alpha modes.

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Input: [Device] Sound hardware [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Adds high-quality sound hardware to your laptop. For example, the Sound Blaster Audigy can be added by using the USB port to give your laptop full 5.1 Dolby surround sound. (No word on how best to lug around the five speakers and a subwoofer.)

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Input: [Device] Speakers [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Let's your hear sound. To go along with the USB sound expansion, you can get some mini-USB-powered speakers for your laptop. Get the type with the handy tote-strap.

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Input: [Device] Video camera or Webcam [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Handles all your on-the-road videoconferencing and self-voyeuristic needs.

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Input: [Device] Scanner [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Lets lawyers and other people do their document scanning in a portable manner.

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Input: [Device] Little light [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Imagine! Plugs in and is powered by the USB port. Furthermore, imagine it with a stiff-yet-twistable neck so that you can see the keyboard when you use your laptop in the dark.

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Input: [Device] Game controller [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Controls your little man, pilot your space ship, or wield that sword of magic.

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Input: [Device] Laptop cooler [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Acts like a fancy pad on which to sit your laptop. It contains a tiny, quiet fan that helps keep your laptop cool, and it runs from the power supplied by the USB port.

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Input: [Device] Mobile phone recharger [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Lets you transfer some of the laptop’s power to your mobile phone.

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Input: [Device] Security device [Unusual Thing It Does]

Output: Uses the USB port to power an alarm on a cable lock or plugs in to the USB port and unlocks (or unscrambles) the laptop’s data.

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Input: [Smartport Role] Desktop [Description]

Output: Suitable for access devices, such as desktop computers and printers. Implementation increases security on your network ports. This role is not suitable for routers and switches.

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Smartport Roles


Input: [Smartport Role] Cisco Switch [Description]

Output: Configures the port in Trunk mode with the other connected device that is expected to be a switch.

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Smartport Roles


Input: [Smartport Role] Cisco Router [Description]

Output: Configures settings that are compatible with a network router.

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Smartport Roles


Input: [Smartport Role] Cisco Phone + Desktop [Description]

Output: Compatible with Cisco IP phones. Because phones have built-in switches to support a desktop connection and the IP phones typically operate on different VLANs and have QoS configured, these ports have special configuration requirements.

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Smartport Roles


Input: [Smartport Role] Cisco Access Point [Description]

Output: If you are using Cisco IOS 12.2 or later, this role can be used for access points that you may have on your network.

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Smartport Roles


Input: [Smartport Role] None [Description]

Output: Removes all custom settings from the port.

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Smartport Roles


Input: [Press This . . .] Alt+Shift+D [To Insert This . . .]

Output: Today's date

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Input: [Press This . . .] Alt+Shift+T [To Insert This . . .]

Output: Current time

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Input: [Press This . . .] Alt+Ctrl+V [To Insert This . . .]

Output: Paste special

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Input: [Press This . . .] Alt+Ctrl+F [To Insert This . . .]

Output: Footnote

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Input: [Press This . . .] Alt+Ctrl+D [To Insert This . . .]

Output: Endnote

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Input: [Press This . . .] Ctrl+Alt+M [To Insert This . . .]

Output: Comment

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Input: [Press] + [What Happens]

Output: Adds one day to the date shown

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Input: [Press] – [What Happens]

Output: Subtracts one day from the date shown

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Input: [Press] t [What Happens]

Output: Changes the date to today's date

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Input: [Press] y [What Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the first date in the year

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Input: [Press] r [What Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the last date in the year

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Input: [Press] m [What Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the first date in the month

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Input: [Press] h [What Happens]

Output: Changes the date to the last date in the month

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Input: [Chicken Predator] Domestic dogs [Solution]

Output: Build a fence around the perimeter of your chicken coop and pen.

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Common Chicken Predators and Solutions for Avoiding Attacks


Input: [Chicken Predator] Raccoons [Solution]

Output: Use clip latches with spring-loaded locking mechanisms on chicken doors or place padlocks on chicken doors. Place quarter-inch wire hardware cloth over chicken coop windows; secure windows even more by installing iron bars. Construct a fence around all sides of your outside pen. Make the fence of half-inch wire hardware cloth on a wood or metal frame.

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Input: [Chicken Predator] Coyotes [Solution]

Output: Use a coyote roller bar secured to a perimeter fence. Create a well-secured chicken coop and an outside pen that is protected on all sides.

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Input: [Chicken Predator] Foxes [Solution]

Output: Lock up chickens safely at night. Construct a fence of half-inch wire hardware cloth around the perimeter of your pen. Bury the fence one foot deep and one foot outward so that the underground part of the fence is L-shaped. Refrain from keeping free-ranging chickens if you suspect you have a fox living nearby.

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Input: [Chicken Predator] Birds of prey [Solution]

Output: Avoid keeping pure-white chicken breeds. Provide a layered garden structure to limit visibility. Add screen tops to a secure outside pen.

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Input: [Chicken Predator] Minks and weasels [Solution]

Output: Make sure your chicken coop and secure outside pen do not have holes or gaps that minks and weasels can squeeze through. Trap and relocate them to a wildlife habitat. Hire a professional to trap them, or call the state wildlife agency for help.

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Input: [Chicken Predator] Snakes [Solution]

Output: Close up holes in and around the chicken coop area.

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Input: [To Do This] Invoice a customer

Output: Customers→Create Invoices

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Input: [To Do This] Provide customer estimate

Output: Customers→Create Estimates

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Input: [To Do This] Records sales order

Output: Customers→Create Sales Order

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Input: [To Do This] Record a cash sale

Output: Customers→Enter Sales Receipts

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Input: [To Do This] Issue a credit memo

Output: Customers→Create Credit Memo/Refunds

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Input: [To Do This] Record a customer payment

Output: Customers→Receive Payments

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Input: [To Do This] Pay a bill with a check

Output: Banking→Write Checks

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Input: [To Do This] Buy inventory with a check

Output: Banking→Write Checks

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Input: [To Do This] Move money between bank accounts

Output: Banking→Transfer Funds

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Input: [To Do This] Deposit money in a bank account

Output: Banking→Make Deposits

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Input: [To Do This] See a bank account’s transactions

Output: Banking→Use Register

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Input: [To Do This] Reconcile a bank account

Output: Banking→Reconcile

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Input: [To Do This] Prepare a purchase order

Output: Vendors→Create Purchase Orders

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Input: [To Do This] Record when items are received

Output: Vendors→Receive Items or Vendors→Receive Items and Enter Bill

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Input: [To Do This] Record an accounts payable amount

Output: Vendors→Enter Bills or Vendors→Enter Bill for Received Items

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Input: [To Do This] Preparing employee payroll

Output: Employees→Pay Employees→Scheduled Payroll (or Unscheduled Payroll)

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Input: [To Do This] Paying tax deposits

Output: Employees→Payroll Taxes and Liabilities→Pay Scheduled Liabilities

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Input: [To Do This] Accounts

Output: Lists→Chart of Accounts

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Input: [To Do This] Customers

Output: Customers→Customer Center

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Input: [To Do This] Inventory

Output: Lists→Item List

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Input: [To Do This] Vendors

Output: Vendors→Vendor Center

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Input: [To Do This] Employees

Output: Employees→Employee Center

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Input: [To Do This] Profit and loss

Output: Reports→Company & Financial→Profit & Loss Standard or one of the other profit & loss reports on Company & Financial submenu

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Input: [To Do This] Net worth

Output: Reports→Company & Financial→Balance Sheet Standard or one of the other balance sheet reports on the Company & Financial submenu

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Input: [To Do This] Setting up a new company

Output: File→New Company

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Input: [To Do This] Resetting company information

Output: Company→Company Information

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Input: [To Do This] Backing up data file

Output: File→Create Backup or Create Copy

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Input: [To Do This] Restoring a data file

Output: File→Open or Restore Company

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Input: [To Do This] Customizing QuickBooks

Output: Edit→Preferences

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Input: [To Do This] Adjusting accounting data

Output: Company→Make General Journal Entries

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Input: [Function] DAVERAGE [Description]

Output: Calculates arithmetic mean

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Input: [Function] DCOUNT [Description]

Output: Counts the number of cells with values

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Input: [Function] DCOUNTA [Description]

Output: Counts the number of cells that aren’t empty

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Input: [Function] DGET [Description]

Output: Returns a value from a database list

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Input: [Function] DMAX [Description]

Output: Finds the largest value in a list

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Input: [Function] DMIN [Description]

Output: Finds the smallest value in a list

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Input: [Function] DPRODUCT [Description]

Output: Calculates the product of values matching criteria

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Input: [Function] DSTDEV [Description]

Output: Calculates the standard deviation of a sample

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Input: [Function] DSTDEVP [Description]

Output: Calculates the standard deviation of a population

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Input: [Function] DSUM [Description]

Output: Calculates the sum of values matching criteria

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Input: [Function] DVAR [Description]

Output: Calculates the variance of a sample

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Input: [Function] DVARP [Description]

Output: Calculates the variance of a population

Excel Data Analysis For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Build a fence around the perimeter of your chicken coop and pen. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Domestic dogs

Gardening with Free-Range Chickens For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Use clip latches with spring-loaded locking mechanisms on chicken doors or place padlocks on chicken doors. Place quarter-inch wire hardware cloth over chicken coop windows; secure windows even more by installing iron bars. Construct a fence around all sides of your outside pen. Make the fence of half-inch wire hardware cloth on a wood or metal frame. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Raccoons

Gardening with Free-Range Chickens For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Use a coyote roller bar secured to a perimeter fence. Create a well-secured chicken coop and an outside pen that is protected on all sides. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Coyotes

Gardening with Free-Range Chickens For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Lock up chickens safely at night. Construct a fence of half-inch wire hardware cloth around the perimeter of your pen. Bury the fence one foot deep and one foot outward so that the underground part of the fence is L-shaped. Refrain from keeping free-ranging chickens if you suspect you have a fox living nearby. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Foxes

Gardening with Free-Range Chickens For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Avoid keeping pure-white chicken breeds. Provide a layered garden structure to limit visibility. Add screen tops to a secure outside pen. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Birds of prey

Gardening with Free-Range Chickens For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Make sure your chicken coop and secure outside pen do not have holes or gaps that minks and weasels can squeeze through. Trap and relocate them to a wildlife habitat. Hire a professional to trap them, or call the state wildlife agency for help. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Minks and weasels

Gardening with Free-Range Chickens For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Close up holes in and around the chicken coop area. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Snakes

Gardening with Free-Range Chickens For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Breed] Dalmatians [Energy Level] Very high [Bred to . . .]

Output: Currently bred for companionship

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Fighters [Energy Level] Medium [Bred to . . .]

Output: Originally bred to fight each other or other species

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Guard Dogs [Energy Level] Medium [Bred to . . .]

Output: Guard territory

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Large-Game Hounds [Energy Level] Medium [Bred to . . .]

Output: Challenge large game

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Livestock Drivers [Energy Level] High [Bred to . . .]

Output: Move sheep and cattle from field to field

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Non-Sporting Group [Energy Level] Medium [Bred to . . .]

Output: All vary historically

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Pointers [Energy Level] Very high [Bred to . . .]

Output: Course fields all day, point, and retrieve

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Portuguese Water Dogs [Energy Level] Medium to high [Bred to . . .]

Output: Retrieve nets from water

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Rescue/Water dogs [Energy Level] Low (in general) [Bred to . . .]

Output: Rescue humans

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Retrievers [Energy Level] High [Bred to . . .]

Output: Stay by master’s side and retrieve on command

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Scent Hounds [Energy Level] High [Bred to . . .]

Output: Follow and trail game

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Setters [Energy Level] High [Bred to . . .]

Output: Run in the fields, point, flush, and retrieve fowl

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Sheep Herders [Energy Level] Medium to high [Bred to . . .]

Output: Herd sheep

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Sight Hounds [Energy Level] High in spurts and then low [Bred to . . .]

Output: Pursue fast-moving game

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Sled/Draft Dogs [Energy Level] Medium to high [Bred to . . .]

Output: Pull sleds or carts long distances

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Spaniels [Energy Level] High [Bred to . . .]

Output: Flush and retrieve birds

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Toy Group [Energy Level] Low [Bred to . . .]

Output: Companionship

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Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Breed] Vermin Hunters [Energy Level] Medium to high [Bred to . . .]

Output: Hunt barn pests

Dog Breeds and Their Exercise Requirements - For Dummies

Dog Breeds and Their Energy Levels


Input: [Stuff You Need] 4-pair CAT-5e/6 UTP cabling [Quantity You Need]

Output: One run from wiring closet to each outlet (put extra runs in the home office and home theater/media room)

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Computer LAN


Input: [Stuff You Need] Modular wall outlets with female RJ-45 jacks [Quantity You Need]

Output: One jack per computer or networked device, and one extra for your broadband modem

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Computer LAN


Input: [Stuff You Need] CAT-5e/6 UTP patch cords with male RJ-45 plugs [Quantity You Need]

Output: One patch cord per computer or network printer

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Computer LAN


Input: [Stuff You Need] CAT-5e/6 rated patch panel mounted in wiring closet [Quantity You Need]

Output: One (can be the same one that works with the phone network)

Hardware You'll Need to Network Your Smart Home - For Dummies

Computer LAN


Input: [Stuff You Need] Home router/Ethernet switch [Quantity You Need]

Output: Minimum of one router/switch in your wiring closet (additional hubs can be installed at remote outlets to allow connection of several computers to a single outlet)

Hardware You'll Need to Network Your Smart Home - For Dummies

Computer LAN


Input: [Stuff You Need] Wireless LAN access point (optional) [Quantity You Need]

Output: One or more in larger homes

Hardware You'll Need to Network Your Smart Home - For Dummies

Computer LAN


Input: [Stuff You Need] Cable modem or DSL modem (optional) [Quantity You Need]

Output: One

Hardware You'll Need to Network Your Smart Home - For Dummies

Computer LAN


Input: [iPhone-Related Website] www.apple.com [Description]

Output: Official iPhone information direct from Apple

Useful Websites for iPhone 5 Owners - For Dummies


Input: [iPhone-Related Website] http://buyersguide.macrumors.com [Description]

Output: Alerts you to the best time to buy an iPhone based on the age of current models and the latest rumors

Useful Websites for iPhone 5 Owners - For Dummies


Input: [iPhone-Related Website] www.appleinsider.com [Description]

Output: Provides the latest news and rumors about Apple products

Useful Websites for iPhone 5 Owners - For Dummies


Input: [iPhone-Related Website] http://iphoneapplicationlist.com/apps/ [Description]

Output: Lists apps and reviews along with videos to see how the app works

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Input: [iPhone-Related Website] www.macworld.com/channels/ios.html [Description]

Output: News, reviews, and tips for iPhone, apps, and other Apple products

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Input: [iPhone-Related Website] www.cnet.com [Description]

Output: Offers product reviews, Apple news, and a section for downloading applications

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Input: [iPhone-Related Website] www.techradar.com [Description]

Output: Product reviews, rumors, and news

Useful Websites for iPhone 5 Owners - For Dummies


Input: [iPhone-Related Website] www.gottabemobile.com [Description]

Output: News, trends, and reviews about mobile devices

Useful Websites for iPhone 5 Owners - For Dummies


Input: [The Rational Consumer Model] Information about brands and products drives purchase decisions. [The Intuitive Consumer Model]

Output: Habit, experience, and emotional cues provide shortcuts to making decisions.

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Input: [The Rational Consumer Model] Factual information can be retrieved by the consumer, completely and accurately. [The Intuitive Consumer Model]

Output: Feelings about products and brands are the main memories retrieved by consumers; facts are remembered sporadically and often incorrectly.

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Input: [The Rational Consumer Model] Preferences are determined rationally. They’re clear, unambiguous, and enduring. [The Intuitive Consumer Model]

Output: Preferences are rarely the products of careful logical analysis. More often, they’re inferred from the consumer’s behavior, rather than the other way around.

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Input: [The Rational Consumer Model] A cost-benefit calculation is made to make a purchase decision at the point of sale. [The Intuitive Consumer Model]

Output: Most purchase decisions are made spontaneously and without much conscious deliberation at the point of sale.

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Input: [The Rational Consumer Model] Preferences can only be changed by presenting new information. [The Intuitive Consumer Model]

Output: Product and brand preferences can be changed by changing the situation within which the consumer is shopping.

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Input: [The Rational Consumer Model] Marketing and advertising communications are messages that deliver rational, logical arguments about brands and products. [The Intuitive Consumer Model]

Output: Marketing and advertising primarily influence consumers in nonconscious ways. At a conscious level, consumers believe ads and marketing have no effect on them.

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Input: [The Rational Consumer Model] Marketing and communications influence consumers by providing logical arguments that are consciously remembered at the point of sale. [The Intuitive Consumer Model]

Output: The primary way that advertising influences the consumer is indirectly, through repetitive association of the advertised brand or product with positive themes and images.

Neuromarketing For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Operational Review Meetings] Runway level: coming in for landing [Strategy Review Meetings]

Output: Waypoint level: highways in the sky

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Strategy versus Operational Reviews


Input: [Operational Review Meetings] Keeping everyone in the loop on how your projects are going [Strategy Review Meetings]

Output: Department level conversation about what you’re working on

Strategy Reviews vs. Operational Reviews - For Dummies

Strategy versus Operational Reviews