Monday, March 30, 2009

Lynda.com - Photoshop CS4 for Photographers: Desktop Printing Techniques [Tutorial]

. Monday, March 30, 2009
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Lynda.com - Photoshop CS4 for Photographers: Desktop Printing Techniques [Tutorial] | 2,2 GB
Trainer: Chris Orwig | Run Time: 5.18 hours | For Windows and Mac
As Ansel Adams once said, "The negative is the equivalent of the composer's score, and the print the performance." Now, with Photoshop CS4 for Photographers: Desktop Printing Techniques, creating breathtaking prints is within reach. In this course, photographer and instructor Chris Orwig teaches techniques and workflows for crafting powerful and enduring images that bring the photographer's vision to life. From producing a business card to visiting a working press, Chris covers everything photographers need to know to achieve unique, compelling results from the printing process. Exercise files accompany the course.

Table of contents

Introduction
Welcome 3:23 49.6 MB
Using the exercise files 0:57 1.1 MB

1. Color Management
Introducing color management 2:32 1.9 MB
Creating a neutral work environment 2:49 2.5 MB
Calibrating your monitor 3:54 2.5 MB
Calibration demo 2:48 41.1 MB

2. Color Correction
Correcting color pt. 1: Determining the white and black points 2:27 2.6 MB
Correcting color pt. 2: Using curves 4:15 6.7 MB
Correcting color pt. 3: Fine-tuning 3:14 4.7 MB
Correcting color pt. 4: Adding finishing touches 4:35 7.1 MB
Color-correcting an outdoor portrait with curves 2:41 4.0 MB
Color-correcting skin tone by the numbers 2:36 2.8 MB
Applying skin tone color correction by the numbers 3:52 4.7 MB
Correcting reflected color 2:25 5.5 MB
Color-correcting a studio fashion portrait 3:18 3.7 MB
Color-correcting skin in a natural light portrait 2:16 5.6 MB

3. Image Sharpening
Camera Raw input sharpening 4:14 15.7 MB
Sharpening with Camera Raw 2:28 12.7 MB
Introducing Smart Sharpen 4:57 6.4 MB
Sharpening pt. 1: Using Smart Filters 3:15 5.7 MB
Sharpening pt: 2: Using Smart Sharpen 6:05 8.7 MB
Sharpening and blend modes 2:46 5.6 MB
Using Unsharp Mask 5:41 16.9 MB
Using High Pass to sharpen 6:00 10.0 MB
Adding texture and effects with High Pass 5:26 9.2 MB

4. Creating a Business Card
Business card resources 4:11 7.9 MB
Using a business card template 1:22 1.6 MB
Designing the front of a business card 5:07 8.1 MB
Designing the back of a business card 5:17 7.3 MB
Repurposing a business card for others 1:26 1.6 MB
Business card examples 2:02 30.2 MB

5. Designing Promo Materials
Typography resources sites 3:32 5.9 MB
Tips and shortcuts for working with type 4:07 4.1 MB
Promo card inspiration and resources 3:26 7.6 MB
Using a template to build a promo 2:19 3.4 MB
Customizing the template 5:01 20.4 MB
Building a grid-based promo card 7:29 10.0 MB
Resources for creating a photo book 3:22 8.3 MB
Photo book examples 2:55 43.6 MB

6. Creative Print Layouts
Creating a PDF layout with the Output module 6:35 10.8 MB
Creating a layout pt. 1: Using the Output module to create a rough layout 3:24 4.6 MB
Creating a layout pt. 2: Customizing a PDF layout in Photoshop 5:01 8.7 MB
Creating a three-image layout in Photoshop 2:50 4.8 MB
Creating a grid photo montage 5:23 6.8 MB
Building a creative layout pt. 1 4:24 6.1 MB
Building a creative layout pt. 2 8:06 12.4 MB
Multiple-image layout pt. 1: Using Bridge and Photoshop 3:59 6.4 MB
Multiple-image layout pt. 2: Masking and resizing photos 6:19 10.5 MB
Multiple-image layout pt. 3: Finalizing the layout 2:39 6.5 MB
Multiple-image layout pt. 4: Color and sharpening 5:13 18.9 MB

7. Desktop Printing Considerations
Printer recommendations 2:47 1.7 MB
Paper recommendations 1:50 1.2 MB
Paper resources 3:27 3.9 MB
Printing recommendations overview 5:30 82.1 MB

8. Desktop Printing Preparation
Color management refresher 1:53 1.1 MB
Finding sample files online for test printing 3:00 3.7 MB
Soft-proofing with paper profiles 1:49 2.4 MB
Soft-proofing to correct an image 2:52 8.3 MB
Setting white and black points based on the test print 6:12 9.3 MB

9. Desktop Printing Workflow
Starting with Camera Raw 3:03 7.9 MB
Resizing in Photoshop 5:09 9.6 MB
Setting the white and black points 2:17 5.1 MB
Checking skin tone 3:48 4.4 MB
Sharpening with Smart Sharpen 3:55 11.4 MB
Making soft proof corrections 2:54 5.5 MB
Introducing the Photoshop Print dialog 2:44 5.3 MB
Color management and the Photoshop Print dialog 3:32 7.7 MB
Final Print dialog settings 2:33 5.3 MB
The final print 4:05 61.9 MB

10. Speeding Up the Printing Workflow
Setting up a test strip print 2:32 3.7 MB
Modifying the test strip print 5:30 6.2 MB
Understanding rendering intents 2:20 1.4 MB
Test-printing rendering intents 2:35 2.1 MB
Batch-processing with actions 5:50 15.8 MB
The image processor 4:20 8.4 MB

11. Bonus Chapter: Going to Press
Overview and intro 4:45 4.1 MB
Using a promo card template 2:47 3.6 MB
Converting to CMYK 7:36 11.3 MB
Field trip to a printing press 8:47 129.4 MB

Conclusion
Resource sites 2:00 5.5 MB
What's next 2:51 3.3 MB
Goodbye 1:45 26.7 MB

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Sunday, March 29, 2009

Vista Blitz Ultimate SP1 - HTPC/Gaming OS

. Sunday, March 29, 2009
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Vista Blitz Ultimate SP1 - HTPC/Gaming OS

After trying various other versions of ripped Vista OS under 1GB, I was dissapointed to find no supprot for Printers, also Windows Media Centre was removed and no sidebar. So I decided to build the Ultimate gaming and HTPC Vista with everything you need with out the bloated Vista junk, I personally have used this version for several months with no issues and really solid, super fast and light on the resources.
Ultimate gaming and HTPC vista, super fast and reliable, increased speed while gaming and general PC use. After install download updates and install, turn off auto updates, then use vista activator supplied in rar file.

This version includes the following important items:

Only 780mb ISOIntergrated SP1 into OS (not an add on)Windows dream sceneAero themeWindows media centre (full support for TV tuners with your own drivers)Windows sidebarSystem restorePrinter supportAll hardware supportMore than %50 reduced memory used by VistaMinmum 265mb ram required onlyOnly 2.4GB hard drive space required for installSuper fast install time, 10-15 minutesCan be installed only from bootable DVD, no manual install option available.

Drivers:

Display adaptersPrinter drivers (support for printers still available with your own drivers)Sound controllers (download your own drivers)TV tuners (support for tuners still available)


Language packs removed (English only left)

Multimedia:

Intel indeoMovie and DVD makerMusic and Video samplesShell event soundsWindows photo viewerWindows calendarHardware support:SmartcardsFax support

Network:

File and print sharingWindows firewallWindows mailInternet information servicesWindows callobrationServices:

Offline filesComputer browserRemote accessRemote registryWallpapersError reportingMicrosoft DFS replication

System:

Digital lockerManual install (boot OS from disc only)Parental controlsWindows easy transferTablet PCWindows defenderDisk defragmenterHelpMicrosoft AgentNatural languageSecurity centreSync centreWindows back upWindows SATZip folder


Installation instructions.

Burn Iso to DVD (with free app IMGBURN)Restart PC with DVD in driveInstal from booting into the DVD onlyNo manual install or upgrade option available.


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WordFusion 2.54.2

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WordFusion 2.54.2 42,6 MBWordFusion is a powerful Forms and Document Automation solution. It can be used to deploy electronic forms solutions to gather information efficiently and automate the production of documents, forms and reports.

Its forms can be integrated with Access databases, Excel spreadsheets and most other data sources to make the most of your organization's information. It helps improve efficiency by dramatically reducing the cost of collecting information and producing documents. It provides a consistent and user friendly experience, even for production of the most complex documents.The WordFusion Pro document assembly engine features merge text, conditional sections, repeating sections, list formatting full scripting capabilities and more to provide the power to create documents of any complexity.WordFusion also provides email functionality that supports Microsoft OutLook, standard MAPI clients and Lotus Notes. With custom email body, automatic document attachment, optional attachments and options to save in drafts, send imediatley or open in your email editor WordFusion provides a unique soution for managing and delivering personalized email messagesA forms and document assembly solution built using WordFusion can help professional organizations streamline document creation, improve the quality of documents, ensure use of up-to-date-content, and increase employee productivity.

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The Best of Portables [March 2009]

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The Best of Portables by Hworang [March 2009] 992 MB40 must have applications

Includes:7-ZipAbiWordAdobe ReaderAIMPAlcohol 120%aMSNPortableAresAvast cleanerAVG Anti-SpywareBitCometBS Player ProCcleanerCDBurnerDAEMON Tools LiteDVD ShrinkeMuleEset Smart SecurityFile RecoverFirefoxFlashgetFlashPlayerGIMPGoogle earthInternet Explorer 7JavajDownloaderKaza-Lite Codeckilltrojan USBLimewire ProMessenger_2009NeroPhotoshop CS4 XPSkypeSpyware DoctorTrojan RemoverTuneup UtilitiesuTorrentVirtual DJWinampWinRAR

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Saturday, March 21, 2009

LimeWire PRO 5.1.2 Full Registered

. Saturday, March 21, 2009
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LimeWire PRO 5.1.2 Full Registered Version-hardal | 18.6 MB.LimeWire - The Fastest P2P File Sharing Program on the Planet, running on the Gnutella Network. It is open standard software running on an open protocol, free for the public to use. LimeWire allows you to share any file such as.mp3s, .avis, jpgs, tiffs, etc., allows you to search for multiple files at the same time, available in several different languages, and is most famous for its ease-of-use and cross-platform compatibility. Limewire is written in Java, and will run on Windows, Macintosh, Linux, Solaris, and other computing platforms.

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