DocSyncer for Google docs

Somebody had to come up with a way to synchronize the documents you edit in Microsoft Office so they are available in Google Docs.

Try the free service at DocSyncer to migrate files to Google.

MapBuilder lets you publish maps

MapBuilder is a mashup (a combination of web applications) which allows you to create a map of an area and tag it as you like.  Then you can publish it on your website, in email, etc.

You can finally be known as someone who gives really good directions to places!

File-Encryptor to keep your files safe from prying eyes

File-Encryptor is a “free and unique online service allowing visitors to upload, and encrypt files to very high standards for the purposes of: sending files via unsecure mediums (e.g. email), protecting sensitive information (such as passwords and software source code), and any other reason you can think of.”

Recommended by MakeUseOf.

WebFormFactory for php forms

Web Form Factory is an open source web form generator which automatically generates the necessary backend code to tie your form to a database. By generating the backend code for you, WFF saves you time…

Recommended by MakeUseOf.

php Forms an easier way

MakeUseOf covered a “Great online form creator for those who aren’t sure of HTML. Create forms quickly and efficiently. Simply choose desired color scheme, customize and add necessary fields (name, address, feedback, eyc.), and get ready HTML code. No email or registration required.”

If you need a fill-in-the-blanks form for something on your site, this might be the easy answer.

The address for the free online service is http://www.phpform.org/

Touch and Feel the web with Toufee freeware

Create your own flash movies for use on websites and elsewhere with the free service at Toufee.  This is a flash movie uploading and editing site (registration required) which is intended for amateur creation of flash movies.  Recommended by MakeUseOf.

Avatar, my avatar, wherefore shall I create thee?

Some people use their own photo for an avatar, for realism’s sake, which is fine.

And the rest of us look for something else.

Some charges and limitations may apply for some of these sources. Also, many sources may have some copyrighted material which is not really legal to offer, so be careful of what you select.

AllAvatars has a selection of avatars and icons. These cover everything from imaginative art, personal photos and portraits, clips from manga and many other sources, and lots of other images. Some of these may be copyrighted, even if other people are using them, so be cautious in selecting one.

Meez allows you to create a 3-D full-body avatar, and even have it move in some applications.  For example, here’s a very serene librarian, who “floats” in some applications:

Portrait Illustration Maker lets you create a cartoon portrait.  Here’s an example of a librarian being optimistic:

Voki lets you create your own avatar and even add a voice.  While it looks a bit juvenile on first impression (from the big-eyed kids pictures), check the examples to see how versatile it really is.

Web 2.0 in AllThings

AllThingsWeb2.0 discussions, forums, applications.

Web 2.0 online programs to try

Web 2.0 Fusion a directory of Web-based programs to try.

Translate a little free, pay for more

Free Online Language Translator will translate small amounts of text, or if you’re willing to pay, you can upload an entire file from Word, Excel, PDF, HTML, RTF, or txt formats (price quotes in advance).

Use Google tools to translate

Google’s Language Tools will translate, search pages in other languages, or even translate an entire web page.

Try a Babelfish in your ear…

Babelfish a popular service that forms the basis for many other sites as well for translations of languages.

The name comes from the famous series “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” by Douglas Adams, in which having one of these little fish stuck inside your ear allows you to understand any language.

PROMT translations

PROMT Online A detailed translation site for major European languages.

Omniglot directory for translations

Omniglot lists sites for various languages to be translated.

Zoho, ho! and a lot of applications

Zoho has all sorts of online software services - wikis, mail, chat, and the usual office suite applications. Recommended as a PC Magazine Top 100 Undiscovered Web Site of 2007.

Picture editing is a Picnik online

Picnik online photo-editing site. Recommended as a PC Magazine Top 100 Undiscovered Web Site of 2007.

Glide for uploading and managing data by computer or phone

Glide lets you upload and manage your data, as well as use online software. “Glide Welcomes PC, Mac, Linux, RIM BlackBerry, Palm, Windows Mobile, Symbian and iPhone Users.” Up to 2GB free, more with monthly or annual billing.

100 Web Applications list for online services

100 Web Applications for Everything You Will Possibly Need has a title that says it all. Recommended by Gizmo’s Tech Support Alert.

Google Docs - the online word processor

Google Docs is an online word processing tool.  This is a free services.  (Formerly known as Writely.)

Registration is required, so you can save your documents online and access them from anywhere else with an Internet connection.

Remember that any online services is only as reliable as the source of the service, and any material saved there is subject to search by court order or subpoena.

Google Pack up your troubles in your online software

Google Pack is a group of software helps with some very useful items.  Pick your own pack and download just the items you want.  All freeware, no malware included.

• Google Earth
• Google Desktop
• Norton Security Scan
•  Firefox with Google Toolbar
• Google Toolbar for IE
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Skype
• StarOffice (a complete office suite of software)
• Spyware Doctor
• Picasa
• Google Photos screensaver
• Google Talk
• RealPlayer