Satellite Internet service is one of those technologies that was little more than a gleam in some engineer's eye 15 years ago. We've had satellite TV for a while now; you just point a parabolic receiver at the right Earth-orbiting satellite and you can pull in a signal. Easy-peasy.
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For those of us smitten with e-book readers, one of the best things about them is that there are so many free e-books available. You can get everything from literary classics in the public domain to experimental works that the writers just wanted to offer free to the world.
Last time, we looked at two of the best sources of free e-books in the known universe: the e-reader merchant sites themselves, and the amazing Project Gutenberg. This time, we'll take a look at a few more options.
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One of the best things about electronic book readers is that you can get access to literally thousands of free e-books. If you're an inveterate reader, this is akin to heaven on Earth, especially for fans of the classics.
Not only do you get enough to read from here to doomsday, you can save an amazing amount of money in the process! Admittedly, you do have to absorb the initial outlay for the reader itself... unless you can finagle it as gift. Even if you can't, you can get a good, solid reader for as little as $139.
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If you really want to save money on new books, especially hardbacks, you might have to change your psychology a little.
Now, what do I mean by that?
Well, consider this: why does anyone ever buy a book just after it's published? They're expensive, and you can usually get a copy on the cheap -- used or in a different format -- in just a few months.
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Despite the naysayers, it's not impossible to save money at amusement parks. In Part I of this article, I suggested ways to purchase discounted tickets. Here are a few ideas on ways to save cash once you're actually inside the park... or at least in the parking lot.
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If you could save money at amusement parks instead of spending it like water, would you go more often? I know I would, and I don't even have kids!
Well, it's possible to visit the theme park of your choice without your budget hemorrhaging red ink for the next year. In fact, it's so possible, and such an important subject (at least for those of us who actually enjoy having fun) that I'm gonna devote two articles to it.
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Is it possible to have a Halloween party without spending a frightening amount of money? Sure it is. Use these Halloween party ideas for a great party without racking up charges on your credit card.
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In these harrowing days of $10-15 first-run movies (and Heaven forbid you should want some popcorn), you've got to save on entertainment costs just to get by. But you're in luck, because there are plenty of ways to enjoy yourself on a budget!
Here are a couple.
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Are your kid's bored? Do you need fun activities to keep them entertained? If you have kids you probably do. After all, it's that time of year -- school's still out for some and they aren't ready to go back but they're bored. If you find yourself in this predicament, use these ideas for some family fun that won't cost you an arm and a leg.
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Let's face it. Dating is expensive and at some point in your life, you won't have enough money to spend on it. But, if you're single and looking for that special someone or even if you just like to get out and meet people, dating is a necessity. What do you do if you want to date but are short on cash? You learn to date inexpensively.
Here are some inexpensive or totally free dating ideas to get you started.
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When you decide to cut your budget, many times the first extra to go is entertainment. It doesn't have to be that way. There are multitudes of things your family can do and enjoy. Check out these ideas and see which ones you like best.
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What's the difference between Blu-ray players and DVD players? Good question -- especially if you're in the market for a new player. You may be asking whether it's worth your money to go all out with a Blu-ray player, or wait for technology to mature and stick with a DVD player in the meantime. If you have questions, read these tips and suggestions before you buy.
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Having a New Year's Eve party while trying to stick to a budget might sound impossible. But it isn't. Follow these tips, ideas, and suggestions and enjoy your New Year's Eve celebration.
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The main three video games consoles kids (and adults) drool over these days, compete for every little dollar. And then there are the portable game consoles, such as the PSP and Nintendo DS, not to mention the Gameboy. Add a few qualifiers like "advance" or "lite" and... well... huh?
With the holidays coming, a lot of people wonder what games and consoles their kids want the most. Fortunately, all of your questions get answered right now so you'll be primed and ready for the season.
There are three main game consoles: the Nintendo Wii, the Xbox 360, and the Playstation 3. Each has its own problems and merits, so let's consider them one at a time.
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Love cable TV but hate the expense? You're not alone. If you're tired of paying high costs in an attempt to find something to watch when you veg out after a hard day's work, try a few of these alternatives to cable.
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In case you hadn't noticed, a digital television revolution is on its way. You can ignore it if you want, but it's coming whether you're ready for it or not. That being said, if you're not ready for it, you're going to be in for an unpleasant surprise...
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Up until recently I knew movie download services existed -- they just really didn't interest me much. Then, recently, I was looking for an old movie title that I really loved. Blockbuster didn't have it, and neither did any of the other video stores in town. Went to the Web and figured out this movie is quite hard to get a hold of, as people are charging upwards of $50 for the DVD. I was about ready to get a crash course in the value of movie download services.
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There is a long-standing war between Satellite reception and cable TV. However, are there really any differences between the two and if so, which one is better? When it comes to the war between Cable TV and satellite, the lines aren't always cut and dry. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to compare the two side by side and I've got some answers.
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It used to be that online movie rentals meant subscribing to a service, paying a monthly fee, selecting what movies you wanted to see and then waiting a couple of days for them to arrive in the mail. Then you'd watch the movies, send them back, wait for the movie rental service to get them and send new ones out to you. Sound like a hassle? Some thought so. That's why online movie rentals have drastically evolved over the past couple of years.
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When you’re looking for summer fun for you and your family, it can be all too easy to overlook the free things to do. Summer is coming, and there are many free ways to have fun. The following summer fun options, designed mostly for kids, are enjoyable and cost effective to boot.
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I’ve recently discovered the cheapest way for me to enjoy DVDs and videos, and it doesn’t cost me a penny. You’re probably wondering where this hidden gem is that I discovered. The answer is the local library. I rarely used to rent DVDs from my local library. Where I used to live before, it cost $1.00 to rent videos from my library. That was still a good price for DVDs, but it was just easier for me to go to the video store which was on my way home every day.
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If you're interested in buying items from some of the well-known "party" brands such as Longaberger or Boyd's Bears, you might want to avoid going to a house party altogether and look for fundraisers in your community. Community organizations and schools sometimes have fundraisers where attendees can win prizes such as Longaberger baskets.
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Eating out can be enjoyable, but it can also be quite costly. Think about it -- even if you just do it once a week and it costs you $40 each time, that means eating out costs you about $160 a month. That money could be spent on cable or satellite television or a great cell phone plan. Does that mean you should never eat out? Of course not. You just have to be frugal about. With the following tips, you can enjoy eating out without feeling guilt over the expense.
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If you are looking for a great way to provide your family with a weekend of cheap entertainment, why not consider a video swap? Take a look at your DVD or video collection. You just might be surprised at all the titles you’ve collected over the years. Wouldn’t you like to do something productive with them?
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Chances are that you have probably seen the intriguing advertisements that DVD clubs send out. You get six DVDs of your choice sent to you for a mere pittance. Then all you have to do is buy one or two more DVDs at regular price and you’ve met your end of the bargain. But are these DVD clubs everything they’re cracked up to be, or are they a big pain in the rear?
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If you’ve been to the movie theater lately, you know that the price of movie tickets is absolutely crazy. You may think that cheap movie tickets are a thing of the past, but the truth is you can still get cheap movie tickets if you know where to look and how to get them. If you want to know how to get your hands on cheap movie tickets, read on.
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If you’re one of the poor souls who forks over $3.99 to Blockbuster a few times a week, you may be wasting your money. There are a number of ways to save your hard-earned cash while being able to rent as many DVD rentals as you want.
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