Now that I've completed all 9 steps, I figured I'd take a second or two to reflect on my 2.0 experiences.
Participating in the Web 2.0 training program has been a pretty fun adventure (and being able to complete it from home was a HUGE plus). True, I was already aware of and/or familiar with most of the topics covered here, but it was still neat to explore everything on a different level. In some cases, I utilized websites or options on websites I either didn't know about or hadn't bothered with before.
When it comes down to it, I think the program is a valuable and educational experience. Might be a bit frustrating or tedious for some people, but it just makes it that much more rewarding when one successfully completes a step. Plus, the incentives and prizes are pretty nice. Just gotta work your way there.
I also wanted to offer my help to anybody who might need it. I'd be more than happy to lend a helping hand, and I'm not too bad with words of encouragement either. Most of you know where to find me. E-mail me or find me in the Circulation Department.
Also, a big THANKS to Kathy for all the comments and for being so readily available. It's very appreciated, and it's been fun!
Until next time, here's to more circulation (and life) adventures.
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Downloading Frenzy: MP3s
Step # 9: THE Final Frontier, or: Downloading Audio Files
So, now it's time to download some MP3 audio files and upload them to my new MP3 player. Instructions are simple enough, and since I consider myself a downloading pro (all LEGAL. I'm anti downloading and burning whole albums or movies), this should be a cinch.
MyMediaMall: I searched for Joseph Finder's Killer Instinct and found it right away. Downloaded it, uploaded it, and gave it a listen. I like that there was some music in the background, at least for a little bit. I can imagine myself being distracted if I were just listening to somebody talk without any other visual or auditory stimulation. I also searched for Chuck Palahniuk, one of my favorite current authors, and I found a passage from his nonfiction book Stranger Than Fiction. I was hoping to find something from CHOKE (my favorite book by Palahniuk), but maybe I can find it somewhere else.
SoundClick: I thought this website was kind of neat, except I couldn't really find anything by a few of the other bands I searched for. When I have more time, I'll definitely check out this site a little bit more. In the meantime, I was able to find Rick Gross' "BOONDOX" with no problem. Interesting tune.
Podcasts @ NPR: I found Car Talk's Call of the Week pretty easily. I gave it a listen, and aside from one of the host's laughing, I thought it was pretty cool. Definitely tackles the age old question: Why are men so defensive when women show interest or have knowledge about "guy things?" Then again, I'm sure some women are the same way when it comes to certain "girl things," too.
All of the searching and downloading went smoothly. I just wish the uploading process was quicker, but I guess we'd need a USB 2.0 port or something like that for our computer. I'm currently uploading some music MP3s to the player, and it's taking a while! Either way, it's still pretty awesome to finally have my own MP3 player.
♪♫ Now I'll have a soundtrack wherever I go. ♫♪
So, now it's time to download some MP3 audio files and upload them to my new MP3 player. Instructions are simple enough, and since I consider myself a downloading pro (all LEGAL. I'm anti downloading and burning whole albums or movies), this should be a cinch.
MyMediaMall: I searched for Joseph Finder's Killer Instinct and found it right away. Downloaded it, uploaded it, and gave it a listen. I like that there was some music in the background, at least for a little bit. I can imagine myself being distracted if I were just listening to somebody talk without any other visual or auditory stimulation. I also searched for Chuck Palahniuk, one of my favorite current authors, and I found a passage from his nonfiction book Stranger Than Fiction. I was hoping to find something from CHOKE (my favorite book by Palahniuk), but maybe I can find it somewhere else.
SoundClick: I thought this website was kind of neat, except I couldn't really find anything by a few of the other bands I searched for. When I have more time, I'll definitely check out this site a little bit more. In the meantime, I was able to find Rick Gross' "BOONDOX" with no problem. Interesting tune.
Podcasts @ NPR: I found Car Talk's Call of the Week pretty easily. I gave it a listen, and aside from one of the host's laughing, I thought it was pretty cool. Definitely tackles the age old question: Why are men so defensive when women show interest or have knowledge about "guy things?" Then again, I'm sure some women are the same way when it comes to certain "girl things," too.
All of the searching and downloading went smoothly. I just wish the uploading process was quicker, but I guess we'd need a USB 2.0 port or something like that for our computer. I'm currently uploading some music MP3s to the player, and it's taking a while! Either way, it's still pretty awesome to finally have my own MP3 player.
♪♫ Now I'll have a soundtrack wherever I go. ♫♪
Thursday, September 06, 2007
A Quick Note
On Tuesday afternoon, while I was working at the check-in desk, Kathy stopped by and handed over my new MP3 player! Awesome.
It's pretty neat looking, but I've got to admit that I haven't had a chance to open up the package and play around with the gadget yet. I'll get to it soon, though. It's my first MP3 player (when it comes to my generation, I'm a bit behind the times), and I'm pretty excited.
Hopefully I'll get around to tackling Step 9 some time next week (I'm avoiding it for this week b/c any time spent on the program will put me over hours, and that's a huge negative). Still, I'm looking forward to learning about my MP3 player and loading a bunch of music to it. Well, after completing exercise #9.
Until then, you can find me at the fort. I mean the library.
P.S. The circulation department has been HECTIC this entire week. Loads of books and A.V. materials to check in. I'm tellin' ya: we're troopers down here!
THANKS, KATHY!!!
It's pretty neat looking, but I've got to admit that I haven't had a chance to open up the package and play around with the gadget yet. I'll get to it soon, though. It's my first MP3 player (when it comes to my generation, I'm a bit behind the times), and I'm pretty excited.
Hopefully I'll get around to tackling Step 9 some time next week (I'm avoiding it for this week b/c any time spent on the program will put me over hours, and that's a huge negative). Still, I'm looking forward to learning about my MP3 player and loading a bunch of music to it. Well, after completing exercise #9.
Until then, you can find me at the fort. I mean the library.
P.S. The circulation department has been HECTIC this entire week. Loads of books and A.V. materials to check in. I'm tellin' ya: we're troopers down here!
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