Comments on: How to Become a More Frugal Web Worker http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/ Thu, 23 May 2013 02:16:54 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: Maverick money makers http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83313 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:24:37 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83313 [...] Sneak Inside Maverick Money Makers Club  webworkerdaily [...]

]]> By: David http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83312 Sat, 13 Jun 2009 01:43:44 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83312 “If you’re using a laptop, be mindful of when it’s completely charged, then unplug it from the socket.”

If your laptop continued to charge the battery after it was full, it would explode. I imagine there is negligible difference in power consumption leaving it plugged in. Having a full battery is also convenient if the power goes out or you need to meet a client unexpectedly.

]]> By: Be Your Own Frugal PR Machine http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83311 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:01:33 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83311 [...] June 12th, 2009 (4:00pm) Meryl Evans No Comments Many of us work alone doing every job in the symphony that’s our business including tasks accounting, marketing and PR. We can outsource these things, but many, like me, prefer to take the frugal route. [...]

]]> By: Ashley http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83310 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 01:09:33 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83310 Can I just point out that it’s easy to find a free app to do what you want than actually have to pay for something. Or program one yourself. *cough*

]]> By: Lauren http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83309 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 02:32:53 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83309 Skyyyyyype! CAD$14/month for every single call I make? Hel-lo

A great – free – web app I just discovered is Nimbuzz. It lets you use Skype or any chat programme on your mobile for free – anywhere there’s wi-fi.

]]> By: Mark http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83308 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:28:57 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83308 Be aware that routinely using the battery on a laptop like this instead of using it plugged in when you can will shorten the useful life of the battery, meaning you’ll need to shell out for a replacement sooner than you otherwise would have.

It may still work out cheaper in the long run, but it’s worth bearing in mind.

]]> By: Shanky Baba http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83307 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:51:44 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83307 Great article and some nice tips! Probably this might help me to save some change!

]]> By: byundt http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83306 Sun, 31 May 2009 15:57:04 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83306 Closing closets and cabinets only saves you money if they are on outside walls. They act as additional “insulation” in that case.

If closets and cabinets are on interior walls or in the middle of a room, then the amount of energy needed for heating and cooling won’t change whether they are open or closed. They act as “thermal masses”, and help keep the temperature more constant.

]]> By: Stuart http://gigaom.com/2009/05/31/how-to-become-a-more-frugal-web-worker/#comment-83305 Sun, 31 May 2009 14:06:08 +0000 http://webworkerdaily.com/?p=13169#comment-83305 There’s definitely no need for a TV. Everything you could need is on your computer and it’s soooo much better too!

Ok maybe you need a TV but it certainly needs no antenna/cable.

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