Problem Solvers

Need to transfer large files from one computer to another? Is it too big to send or as an attachment? YouSendIt is a free service that will let you upload a file, up to one gig, then send the link to the file to whomever you choose. The instructions from YouSendIt:

• Pick who you want to send a file to. It can be anyone with an email address. You can specify multiple email addresses by separating them with commas.
• Select file to send. You can send music, photos, documents, or anything else. Your file will be stored by YouSendIt without ever filling up your recipient's mailbox.
• Click on the Send It button. YouSendIt will automatically email your recipient a link to your file stored on our server. The file will remain on the server for 7 days.

Uses? You can transfer large files or folders to your colleagues; you can move material you created at home to your computer at school; students can upload a slide show to share with other students or to show in class.

Another nice gizzmo for your classroom: a free Timer which you can install on your computer, then use on your TV when students are doing timed work. Just download, click on the installer, and you're ready to go. The download button is about half way down the page. This was a Karen Finter find, so if you find it useful, thank Karen!