subject: How to Temporarily Block Yourself from Addicting Sites using ColdTurkey [print this page] How to Temporarily Block Yourself from Addicting Sites using ColdTurkey
ColdTurkey is a free productivity program that you can use to temporarily block yourself off of Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, YouTube and many other addicting websites. It can also block custom websites and even popular online games. Its blocking features can be used from as little as 10 minutes to a full week!
This program works for all browsers by using a method of programming which does not show the program in the Windows task manager. This feature is very useful in order to make it very difficult for users to disable the software.
The program has a clearly visible three step procedure, which guides the user down the program window.
The first step involves selecting the sites and games the user chooses to block themselves from. Twelve popular sites are shown on the first tab, while games and custom sites can be changed on the other tabs.
The second step involves the user selecting the time that they would like to be blocked until. The user can block themselves from selected items for up to a week in intervals of 10 minutes.
The third and final step enables the user to post a Facebook status update from the program itself. When the button "Go ColdTurkey" is pressed, the program will do its magic and let you do your work without distractions.
The secret behind this program is not only the physical block of the websites itself, but the psychological effect it has on the user. Users using the program will feel restricted by not being able access certain parts of the internet and will allow them to get in the working mindset. This should allow users to be more efficient with the use of the computer for work and also aid to get assignments done on time.
Cold Turkey is available for free (although donations are accepted) and is aimed toward a younger audience but adults can take advantage of the practical uses too!
Find out more at: http://www.getcoldturkey.com/features.php
Download it at: http://getcoldturkey.com/download.php
Happy Studying!
Note: This program is currently not recommended when using Norton Anti-virus.
