Abstract: An energy saving apparatus adapted for insertion between the center conductor of a lightbulb, and the center electrical contact of a light bulb socket. The device features an electrical component for varying or decreasing the amount of electrical current reaching the light bulb. The electrical component is situated in a central aperture of a collar and is surrounded by the collar which centers it in position within the light socket between the center conductor and the electrical contact of the socket. The collar has an exterior circumference which may be varied to adapt it to fit within a plurality of different sized light bulb sockets.

Abstract: An energy saving apparatus adapted for insertion between the center conductor of a lightbulb, and the center electrical contact of a light bulb socket. The device features an electrical component for varying or decreasing the amount of electrical current reaching the light bulb. The electrical component is situated in a central aperture of a collar and is surrounded by the collar which centers it in position within the light socket between the center conductor and the electrical contact of the socket. The collar has an exterior circumference which may be varied to adapt it to fit within a plurality of different sized light bulb sockets.

Abstract: An Internet broadcasting system is provided. The system comprises hardware and software for providing Internet broadcasting to an audience comprising one or more listeners. The system provides broadcast resources for the broadcaster to improve host information, program content and listener satisfaction. Particular broadcast resources provided include instant messaging software, voice over Internet protocol (VOIP) software, call management software, whiteboard software, live polling software, broadcast notes, chat room software, sound effects, and integrated email software. Also provided are methods of conducting an online poll, methods of advertising on the Internet and methods of providing Internet broadcast service to an audience.