As the world becomes increasingly competitive, it’s important to have the right tools to help you work more efficiently. Here are some of the best gadgets for working more efficiently in 2007:

  1. The computer: A computer is an essential tool for working on your projects. It can be used to do research,edit files, and even play games. A good computer is also a great way to stay organized and keep track of your work.
  2. The printer: A printer is another essential tool for working on your projects. It can be used to print out documents, create reports, and even print out flyers or posters. A printer also has a lot of features that can help you work more efficiently such as automatic document feeder printing and duplex printing.
  3. The fax machine: fax machines are another essential tool for working on your projects. They can be used to send documents and reports over the internet or even directly to other people’s homes.Fax machines also have a lot of features that can help you work more efficiently such as automatic document feeder printing and duplex printing.
  4. The scanner: Scanners are another essential tool for working on your projects. They can be used to scan documents into digital form or even print them out onto paper using a printer. Scanners also have a lot of features that can help you work more efficiently such as automatic document feeder printing and duplex printing

The first one to check out is Outlook Tasks.  This handy application will show your tasks scheduled in the To-Do Bar in Outlook 2007.  Not only will the tasks already scheduled in Outlook display, but you can also add new tasks by typing them into the Gadget.  This will update the To-Do list in Outlook as well.  As you finish tasks just check them off the list in the Gadget.

         

We can choose how tasks are displayed in the gadget in Settings.  Arrange by Date, Importance, or Category.  You can also choose the size of the gadget. 

  

The other gadget we can look at is Outlook Upcoming Appointments.  This one allows you to see upcoming appointments from your Outlook Calendar.  You can make a few changes by choosing the number of appointments that show, the maximum number is five.

        

Here is a shot of both of these gadgets showing in the Sidebar. 

Personally I enjoy Outlook Tasks the best.  It really helps during hectic days when the GTD list is overwhelming.  I am curious to know if any of you have found useful Vista gadget.  Please comment and let us know!

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