PowerPoint Tip - Turn Off Pop-up At the time of submission

On any given day, or week, or month, the number of messages pop up on your computer:

* Update Java, RealPlayer or Windows?

* Connect to a wireless network?

* Remind you of an upcoming meeting or birthday?

* Keep you updated on your subscribed RSS feeds?

Warning: Some of these pop-ups can be viewed while you're presenting a view slide show! Not a pretty picture!

After several minutes of inactivity (say you're answering questions), your screen saver in football, or if the computer goes into hibernation?

Before entering into a situation like that, right now, start making a list of pop-ups you see, and explore how to turn them off. It is not always easy to find the answer, because the software companies that you see pop-ups!

One possible solution might be to disconnect from the Internet, or disable your wireless connection, if you do not need it during the presentation. Remember that the seats of many meetings have wireless networks, so your computer may try to connect during the presentation. And disconnect can disable many other pop-ups. The method depends on the operating system.

In Windows XP, you would probably choose Start> Control Panel> Network Connections. In Windows Vista, try Start> Control Panel> Network and Sharing Center.

You can configure Windows updates by choosing Start> Control Panel> System and click the Automatic Updates tab. In Windows Vista, click Start> Control Panel> Security or Security Center> Windows Update. If you turn them off during your presentation, remember to turn off again after!

However, some pop-ups are not dependent on Internet access or can even display a message asking to connect! For example, Outlook Reminders can use the computer's internal clock. Therefore, you should try to disconnect from the Internet and see if you still get some pop-ups. Of course, you can not do it multiple times just to make sure - that would probably go too far! But planning and verification is done, the less likely that embarrassing pop-up will show its ugly face during your presentation! ......