Let's say I want to live a Google-free existence on the web. What are my best (preferably free, open source) alternatives to various Google products, including the search engine itself?
posted by deathpanels
on Nov 9, 2012 -
12 answers
Desperately seeking alternatives to SmugMug. Emphasis on password-protected galleries, the ability to proof photos and seamless customization (so as to integrate with a pre-existing Wordpress-backed portfolio).
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posted by phaedon
on Oct 9, 2012 -
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I think my 1993 Toyota Celica will only last another few years, so I don't want to install a new stereo system in it, but the existing speakers are blown and I gotta have some decent way to play music. Can you suggest other alternatives? Mostly interested in playing music from my smartphone, not really concerned with FM radio or CDs. Thanks!
posted by thrasher
on Sep 11, 2012 -
10 answers
I love the
music of [specific artists inside], but I don't like the
lyrics. Please suggest alternate artists for me to listen to.
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posted by acridrabbit
on Jun 15, 2012 -
33 answers
How can I text without typing on an iPhone? Is there a way to get voice translations right into a text without cutting and pasting on a 3Gs?
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posted by sleeping beauty
on May 23, 2012 -
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What like apple TV but without the limitations? I want to stream the internet from my ipad / laptop without having to use the cord.
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posted by JJkiss
on Jan 31, 2012 -
18 answers
If not a PhD, then what? Am I an idiot for wanting to pursue a PhD? If I don't do that, then what would a good alternative be?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 18, 2010 -
13 answers
Are there any good alternatives to AirMagnet Survey PRO for outdoor site surveying with GPS integration?
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posted by gttommy
on Jul 12, 2010 -
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I've used the Mach 3 razor on my face for the longest time and I have been very happy with its performance. But Gillette's recent price increases are just not something I can absorb in my current economic situation. What are some good cheap alternatives that would be available in NYC-area stores?
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posted by jason's_planet
on Apr 18, 2010 -
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Beginning this week, I will start using a Windows XP notebook as my home computer; to date my personal computers have been Macs. I've done some preliminary research as to Windows alternatives to programs, but I'd appreciate three areas of people's suggestions: (i) general tips for owning a Windows machine as your home machine; (ii) specific tips for people migrating from a Mac to a Windows machine; and (iii) critiques and/or alternate suggestions for Windows alternatives to the Mac programs I've used.
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posted by WCityMike
on Mar 21, 2010 -
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A bid of a wild side multi-layered question. Learning the banjo. And doing so in Shanghai. Most people who travel (younger free-spirited types, work with me here) sling a guitar over their shoulder.
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posted by dawson
on May 25, 2009 -
15 answers
Alternatives to MotionBased and Garmin Connect for tracking running workouts with a Garmin Forerunner 305?
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posted by letitrain
on Aug 22, 2008 -
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As summer approaches, how about some nice suggestions for alternatives for cola/sodas? I want to save money, bottles, and empty calories.
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posted by Deathalicious
on Apr 2, 2008 -
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What healthy -- or at health
ier -- alternatives do you eat to fulfill cravings for emphatically unhealthy food? Clarification and examples inside.
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posted by WCityMike
on Jan 23, 2007 -
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Denver's public transport is on strike. I'm coming over from overseas this weekend and will need to rely on public transport to get around. Ack! What should I do?
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posted by divabat
on Apr 6, 2006 -
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If you owe a bunch of back child-support (14 years for the older child, three years for the second, two different women), are married to a woman you could take or leave (not the mother of either), have no custody of the children, have never met the second child, have had no contact with the first for the past ten years, would like to begin to become current with past due payments, would like a closer relationship with your children, don't want to go to jail, don't consider yourself to be someone having a strong job
skill-set, are currently unemployed {leisurely, if not pleasantly, subject to the arbitrary whims of said spouse [of which include no requirements for earning an income (lots of time to play video games, watch movies, and think)]}, don't believe you can support yourself alone with the work that you believe you
can find, are afraid to find a job, move out, lose the maximum in state-mandated garnishments from each check, fail again and end up living with/under someone else, would like to learn and travel, wouldn't mind medical, dental, vision and life insurance, could use a retirement fund; would enlisting in the US Army be a strategically effective
next action?
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posted by airguitar
on Mar 15, 2006 -
45 answers
Any recommendations on software alternatives that are more resources friendly than their mainstream competitors? Examples: Firefox vs. IE, Winamp vs. ITunes, alternate anti-virus programs, etc.
posted by sian
on Dec 18, 2005 -
18 answers
I like
Backpack but I've reached the limitations of the free version. It's just a fancy wiki, right? Are there any open source alternatives that I can install on a server and which look and feel as user-friendly?
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posted by blag
on Nov 1, 2005 -
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I'm 33. I'm attractive. I earn a good salary. I live in a beautiful apartment. I drive a convertible. I'm intelligent. I've read tons of books. I've travelled a great deal. Women like me. I'm good in bed. I've driven fast cars. I've been an alcoholic. I've abused drugs. I've smoked 20 a day. I've seen shrinks at various points in my life. But still...
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posted by anonymous
on May 8, 2005 -
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I am under a tremendous amount of stress lately due to factors with my health, job, and homelife. I have tried all sorts of natural ways to control this but with no luck. My doctor has prescribed Ativan, which works, but gives me an endless headache. A past experience with Xanax proved similar. Buspar did nothing. I am already on an anti-depressant. Is anyone aware of any other prescription drug that I could suggest to my doctor as an alternative to the benzos?
posted by jswanson19
on Apr 20, 2005 -
13 answers
Name that application: a client is looking to move their partner referral tracking online and I would like to avoid hand-coding a solution for various reasons. But I'm having trouble finding suitable "boxed" solutions as most Google results are for "referral tracking" of the spamish kind. Detailed description inside.
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posted by yerfatma
on Feb 10, 2005 -
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Looking for examples of interesting non jewel case or digipack packaging ideas for CDs. If you've seen something special, please share.
Links to photos will be much appreciated.
posted by davebush
on Nov 23, 2004 -
19 answers
I am considering buying a new pair of boots just to wear around town, the ones I am looking at are Ecco brand, "Track High" is the name of the boot. First pair of Ecco brand that I have tried on and they felt unbelievable on my feet, but - are they worth $200.00? Other suggestions welcome.
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posted by bargle
on Nov 13, 2004 -
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