INTRICT =thoughts to ponder during the first week :)

ok ok... I'm now in college!!! and I survived its first week :p I hope I can also survive the following weeks.

Sir Oli sent something via myINTRICT it says: Thoughts to ponder after the 1st week of sessions in INTRICT

So let me begin with the first question:

1. Where else I can maximize Google and its apps for my work in INTRICT?

Honestly, I'm not really a Google user because I'm more of a Yahoo user but when I learned about the different functions of Google, I realized that Google is not just a search engine because it can do so many things. As a student, I can use its applications whenever I want to communicate with my family, friends, and if i need to ask sir Oli about INTRICT Google will make it possible. Also, the calendar feature of Google will help me manage my schedule, set appointments and it can also text me the things that I need to do. Thanks to this function for it would be easier for me to work because I'm more productive and I won't be forgetting things. Another feature is the Google documents, this will be very helpful especially for us college students. It can make us work and edit research papers together but on the internet. Believe it or not Google can do ALL of this.

2. What are other online applications out there that similarly support my activities as a student?

During my High School days, the best online application I use is the Yahoo Messenger. Whenever we have group works, it's easy for us to chat as a group and talk about what we have researched. Unlike, the telephone wherein only two people can talk. Also, Yahoo groups is helpful whenever there are announcements and homeworks to make.

3. What exactly do I mean about productivity? How is productivity related to technology?

In my point of view, productivity is something you accomplish when work on something. When you're productive, it means that you're working properly. You know every single thing that you're going to do. Technology helps us to be productive because it makes things fast, organized and planned. With the continuous expanding of technology , It won't be difficult for us to work.

4. What Can I suggest to my parents to also improve their productivity?

For my parents, especially my mom who's very busy. I suggest that she use Gmail. The calendar feature will help her manage her schedule and meetings. In that way, she can avoid forgetting things like appointments. They also can use their cellphone in paying bills just like what SmartMoney offers. Being familiar with technology will improve their way of dealing with daily activities. :)