We were discussing over a cup of tea in office cafeteria that Google's Instant search enhancement will shows options for searching is helpful or not...
There were mixed reactions -
1) I dont want to see that list down I get confused
2) Some agreed that as per the statistics they fealt that it reduced 2-3 sec per search
3) One said - The value it gives is nothing. Search results are based on hits and not relevant to what she is looking. Often the ones below are meaningful.
The funny thing is that even Google seemed to recognize this, and tried to play up the importance by pooling all time savings across all searches of all customers. In total, they estimated the world would save 3.5 billion seconds per day. (As I read some where on this...dont remember the link though)
Showing posts with label Micellaneous. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Micellaneous. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Joke on Computers - Male or Female...
A Spanish teacher was explaining to her class that in Spanish, unlike English, nouns are designated as either masculine or feminine.
- "House" for instance, is feminine: "la casa". "Pencil", however, is masculine: "el lápiz."
A student asked what gender is 'computer? Instead of giving the answer, the teacher split the class into two groups, male and female, and asked them to decide for themselves whether "computer" should be a masculine or a feminine noun. Each group was asked to give four reasons for its recommendation.
The men's group decided that "computer" should definitely be of the feminine gender ("la computadora"), because:
1. No one but their creator understands their internal logic;
2. The native language they use to communicate with other computers is incomprehensible to everyone else;
3. Even the smallest mistakes are stored in long term memory for possible later retrieval; and
4. As soon as you make a commitment to one, you find yourself spending half your paycheck on accessories for it.
The women's group, however, concluded that computers should be Masculine ("el computador"), because:
1. In order to do anything with them, you have to turn them on;
2. They have a lot of data but still can't think for themselves;
3. They are supposed to help you solve problems, but half the time they ARE the problem; and
4. As soon as you commit to one, you realize that if you had waited a little longer, you could have gotten a better model.
The women won."
- "House" for instance, is feminine: "la casa". "Pencil", however, is masculine: "el lápiz."
A student asked what gender is 'computer? Instead of giving the answer, the teacher split the class into two groups, male and female, and asked them to decide for themselves whether "computer" should be a masculine or a feminine noun. Each group was asked to give four reasons for its recommendation.
The men's group decided that "computer" should definitely be of the feminine gender ("la computadora"), because:
1. No one but their creator understands their internal logic;
2. The native language they use to communicate with other computers is incomprehensible to everyone else;
3. Even the smallest mistakes are stored in long term memory for possible later retrieval; and
4. As soon as you make a commitment to one, you find yourself spending half your paycheck on accessories for it.
The women's group, however, concluded that computers should be Masculine ("el computador"), because:
1. In order to do anything with them, you have to turn them on;
2. They have a lot of data but still can't think for themselves;
3. They are supposed to help you solve problems, but half the time they ARE the problem; and
4. As soon as you commit to one, you realize that if you had waited a little longer, you could have gotten a better model.
The women won."
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Winters - Tough for Feet !!
Harsh, dry weather can have your feet screaming for help. Sure, you have those uber chic boots and roman sandals to cover them up but cracked heels and flaky skin can turn awfully painful if not fixed in time.
Soft and pretty feet will be yours to keep with these simple precautions and home remedies.
Tuck them in before you sleep
The skin on your feet is thicker than other parts of your body which is why it needs intense moisturizing and nourishment to stay soft and supple. Wash your feet at night and slather them with a generous dollop of petroleum jelly, coconut oil or foot cream and pull on a pair of thick cotton socks to seal in the goodies. This is probably the best anti-crack and crack-prevention home remedy known to mankind.
If the thought of sleeping with socks on seems a tad uncomfy, consider going about the rig earlier in the evening and take off the socks just before hitting the sack.
Scrub ‘em pretty
Banish dull, scaly skin forever by using this simple homemade exfoliating scrub - mix a handful of granulated sugar (the less fine, the better) with a teaspoon of lemon juice and glycerine. Massage you feet with this grainy mix for about 5-10 minutes, wash off and moisturise while your feet are still damp. You will be surprised at how smooth, pink and shiny your feet look after this.
If you want to give the messy routine a pass, keep a commercially available foot scrub handy (the ones containing sea salt and sea weed extracts work wonders).
DIY pedicure in 15 minutes
If your pedicure is long overdue and you still can’t find time to hit the salon, consider doing it at home. Soak your feet in a bucketful of warm water with a few bath salts or foot frizzies added in. Give it a few minutes to do its job and then slough of the dead, thickened skin on your soles with a foot file or pumice. Pay special attention to every nook and cranny including areas like the back of your feet and the top of your toes. Use a greasy cream, body oil or Shea Butter to lock in the moisture and finish off with a coat of your favourite nail polish.
Hema Singh, Manager and Spa Consultant at Coco Salon & Spa, Noida, lets out a little DIY secret - “Though it is always advisable to get a foot massage done professionally, one can massage the feet with therapeutic essential oils like Lavender and Jasmine mixed in a carrier oil to relieve stress off the feet and soften the skin.”
Keep odours at bay
Feet that are squished into closed shoes and boots all day tend to get smelly. Use socks and pantyhose made from ‘breathable’ fabrics and use a foot deodorant if the problem gets overwhelming. Take care to clean the insides of your nails and use refreshing foot sprays and creams with anti-microbial properties to combat foot odours.
Clip away those nails
Winter may not be the best time to maintain long toe nails. Packed feet can result in ingrown nails and cause dirt to settle in difficult-to-clean corners. Long nails can also make your toes hurt when you walk around in closed shoes for too long. Clip them short until the sun shines again. And yes, don’t forget to use a transparent base coat before swiping on nail paint to prevent yellow and discoloured nails.
This winter I'll surely try to follow this...
Soft and pretty feet will be yours to keep with these simple precautions and home remedies.
Tuck them in before you sleep
The skin on your feet is thicker than other parts of your body which is why it needs intense moisturizing and nourishment to stay soft and supple. Wash your feet at night and slather them with a generous dollop of petroleum jelly, coconut oil or foot cream and pull on a pair of thick cotton socks to seal in the goodies. This is probably the best anti-crack and crack-prevention home remedy known to mankind.
If the thought of sleeping with socks on seems a tad uncomfy, consider going about the rig earlier in the evening and take off the socks just before hitting the sack.
Scrub ‘em pretty
Banish dull, scaly skin forever by using this simple homemade exfoliating scrub - mix a handful of granulated sugar (the less fine, the better) with a teaspoon of lemon juice and glycerine. Massage you feet with this grainy mix for about 5-10 minutes, wash off and moisturise while your feet are still damp. You will be surprised at how smooth, pink and shiny your feet look after this.
If you want to give the messy routine a pass, keep a commercially available foot scrub handy (the ones containing sea salt and sea weed extracts work wonders).
DIY pedicure in 15 minutes
If your pedicure is long overdue and you still can’t find time to hit the salon, consider doing it at home. Soak your feet in a bucketful of warm water with a few bath salts or foot frizzies added in. Give it a few minutes to do its job and then slough of the dead, thickened skin on your soles with a foot file or pumice. Pay special attention to every nook and cranny including areas like the back of your feet and the top of your toes. Use a greasy cream, body oil or Shea Butter to lock in the moisture and finish off with a coat of your favourite nail polish.
Hema Singh, Manager and Spa Consultant at Coco Salon & Spa, Noida, lets out a little DIY secret - “Though it is always advisable to get a foot massage done professionally, one can massage the feet with therapeutic essential oils like Lavender and Jasmine mixed in a carrier oil to relieve stress off the feet and soften the skin.”
Keep odours at bay
Feet that are squished into closed shoes and boots all day tend to get smelly. Use socks and pantyhose made from ‘breathable’ fabrics and use a foot deodorant if the problem gets overwhelming. Take care to clean the insides of your nails and use refreshing foot sprays and creams with anti-microbial properties to combat foot odours.
Clip away those nails
Winter may not be the best time to maintain long toe nails. Packed feet can result in ingrown nails and cause dirt to settle in difficult-to-clean corners. Long nails can also make your toes hurt when you walk around in closed shoes for too long. Clip them short until the sun shines again. And yes, don’t forget to use a transparent base coat before swiping on nail paint to prevent yellow and discoloured nails.
This winter I'll surely try to follow this...
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
I Love being a women...
Being a woman is so much cooler and definitely more fun.
Off course there are things we cannot do but there are things we do better and only we can do :)
Here are a few of the million other reasons why being a women is the bestest thing ever.....
1 Our shopping choices and looks for the season aren’t limited to stripes and solids.
2 We can order colourful, fruity and delicious drinks at a bar without being judged.
3 We’re less likely to go bald.
4 We can cry when we’re stressed without being charged with metrosexuality.
5 We can co-ordinate a work event, update the boss on Bluetooth and flash smiles at a friend’s wedding, all at the same time.
6 We don’t have to love sports to be respected by our gender.
7 We can read maps and stop to ask for directions.
8 We can have a baby....nature's gift
9 We can get into the poshest clubs wearing open footwear and jeans.
10 We don’t have to shave everyday, and no one needs to know
So Hurray...Be happy and celebrate :)
Off course there are things we cannot do but there are things we do better and only we can do :)
Here are a few of the million other reasons why being a women is the bestest thing ever.....
1 Our shopping choices and looks for the season aren’t limited to stripes and solids.
2 We can order colourful, fruity and delicious drinks at a bar without being judged.
3 We’re less likely to go bald.
4 We can cry when we’re stressed without being charged with metrosexuality.
5 We can co-ordinate a work event, update the boss on Bluetooth and flash smiles at a friend’s wedding, all at the same time.
6 We don’t have to love sports to be respected by our gender.
7 We can read maps and stop to ask for directions.
8 We can have a baby....nature's gift
9 We can get into the poshest clubs wearing open footwear and jeans.
10 We don’t have to shave everyday, and no one needs to know
So Hurray...Be happy and celebrate :)
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
My Little Sisters
Recently I was missing my sisters (We are 3 sisters) so much ...so just got this...
You've been my sisters
for many years...since the time you were born,
We've laughed together
And shed some tears.
We've had harsh words,
And pulled some hair
But against the world
We are a terrific trio.
Now Our times together are very few,
I just want to say I LOVE YOU!
N I MISS U !!
You've been my sisters
for many years...since the time you were born,
We've laughed together
And shed some tears.
We've had harsh words,
And pulled some hair
But against the world
We are a terrific trio.
Now Our times together are very few,
I just want to say I LOVE YOU!
N I MISS U !!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
