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How use the Internet’s fastest privacy-first DNS service

Nearly everything on the Internet starts with a DNS request. DNS is the Internet’s directory. Click on a link, open an app, send an email and the first thing your device does is ask the directory: Where can I find this?

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Easily add Spotlight comments to files in Mac OS…

Searching for and finding files with Mac OS X’s Spotlight is fast and easy. Unfortunately, adding keywords and comments to your files and folders isn’t quite as simple. This little OS X Service will change that.

AddSpotlightComments Service is just what the name implies, a Service that makes adding keywords and comments simple. You install the workflow file to your ~/Library/Services folder and restart the Finder. Once installed, you can right-click on a file or folder in the Finder and select Add Spotlight Comments from the bottom of the Contextual menu. A dialog box appears where you can type in your keywords, comments, or whatever other info you wish. It’s that simple.

There are other utilities that offer this capability, but none are so seamless and simple.

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12 realities of pricing design services

I’ve posted articles in the past that point freelancers in the right direction on how much to charge for design services. Today, I have yet another helpful link to help you along the way. For most designers pricing services is not something that is the highlight of the job. Still, it is something that you’ll have to deal with if you’re freelancing or working for a small firm. Vandaley Design lists 12 realities of pricing design services:

There’s no exact formula.
Both hourly pricing and project-based pricing have pros and cons.
Pricing is a necessary part of freelancing.
Mistakes are a part of the process.
Your prices will affect your own outlook on your services and it will also impact your client’s opinion of your services.
Uncertainty is Common.
The variety of prices is as wide as the variety of talent levels.
Losing a job isn’t always a bad thing.
Pricing can be a good way to weed out the tire kickers.
Some potential clients will think your prices are high no matter what you charge.
Charging more than you quoted may be necessary.
Starting out you’ll probably have to charge less than you’d like.

The articles goes in-depth on each topic, and is well worth the read. If you’re in the process of deciding how much to charge, you definitely want to check this article out.