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ChronoSync and Things

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.

Suggestions to improve my GTD app idea

Suggestions to improve my GTD app idea

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Column View!

Column View!

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The Onion: Study Finds Working At Work Improves Productivity

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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colored labels retro

colored labels retro

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desktop publishing templates

desktop publishing templates

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Forced study

Forced study

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Flickr Quicksilver Plugin...

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minor issue - account settings link?

Merlin and web dudes, the new site ROCKS!

But...

As a longtime reader, first-time registered user here, I've yet to find a consistent link to the user account settings. You could usually get to it by clicking on your name in the Online Users section on the right. However I've noticed my username doesn't consistently show up there every time.

For some reason I keep looking for an Account link in the upper right of the page near the Username | Log out section. Not sure if this is just something Drupal's missing or what. Bug? Missing feature? You decide.

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