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Carla Hufstedler | May 16 2006

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shunker | Aug 26 2006

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Merlik | Jun 15 2006

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ChronoSync and Things

Richard Anderson | Jan 19 2008

I've been using the Things beta on my desk, and would like to synchronize it's database with my laptop. I've set up a scheduler for ChronoSync, but I'd like to know if any of you folks have a better way.

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The Onion: Study Finds Working At Work Improves Productivity

Mike Renfro | Nov 5 2007

WASHINGTON, DC -- According to a groundbreaking new study by the Department of Labor, working — the physical act of engaging in a productive job-related activity — may greatly increase the amount of work accomplished during the workday, especially when compared with the more common practices of wasting time and not working.

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cj8n@mac.com | May 29 2007

Data CD storage

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Why Doesn't my kGTD Remember my Stuff?

varian72 | May 23 2006

Why Doesn't my kGTD Remember my Stuff?

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