I use a Tiffon UV Protector lens on my camera and am careful not to
touch it.  I also use a brush-blower to remove dust.  And
occasionally, I chemical clean the filter with Kalt Photographic Lens
Cleaner, using Kalt premium grade optical tissue.  

My first tests to learn about macro:
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Trying to learn as much as I can in Adobe Photoshop and could really
use some help..... I have some great photos that I just want to trim
down a little and can't seem to  figure it out. I have been reading
and adjusting for an hour now. To much wasted space, just need to

A digital picture is ultimately made up of a series of 0's and 1's. Provided
the file isn't opened and saved with a different program or at a different
resolution I can't understand how they could ever degrade.
What's your thoughts?

I just bought my first (digital) camera, a Fuji FinePix S7000.  Can anyone
recommend a good book for learning to migrate away from the fully auto mode
of my camera?
Thanks.

Looking to post scanned, b&w photos on the web. What kind of specs should I
be looking for these days?
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Do the xray machines at the airport cause problems for film?
I haven't used film in years, but I recently started using it again when
I picked up some old Viewmaster equipment. I can't remember having this
problem before, but I know they improved a lot of the security devices

Sorry for rather OT question, but I'm a bit confused with problems buying
online from overseas. I'm going to NY and I want to buy Canon Digital Rebel
kit and some accessories without spending a fortune. Do you know about some
good priced stores? I've found 42 street photo, but I ...

This is in my area (Phila) and was posted during the middle of July
(just found out about it now) - so if you're in the area you can still
apply by email or fax - (they specified that resumes could be sent via
email or fax)