exact time

This simple tutorial will describe how to use bootchart in order to get a graphical representation of the processes which run during your boot process.

You will also be able to view the CPU and disk usage during your boot sequence, and will get an exact time (in seconds) of how long it takes for you to boot up.

Some email providers allow parental controls, that is, a way to monitor a child's use of email. Gmail, however, does not.

Here's one way to monitor the amount of time your child spends on Gmail. First, if you have not already done so, create a Gmail account of your own.

In iChat preferences under accounts, create a Gmail jabber account -- Google provides more detailed instructions about this on their site.