Started unplugging my DSL modem for periods of offline work or reading e-books off an internet capable device when I don’t want to be distracted by impulsive browsing. If stuff comes up that I want to look up, I write a line on a post-it note. Seems to be just the right level of annoyance to get up and plug the thing back in that I won’t do it without thinking.
I used to block my favorite sites in /etc/hosts during periods of procrastination. Worked well enough and doesn’t prevent necessary online work (VPN...).
I use Microsoft Family Safety (one of the parental controls that comes with Windows) to set up times when I can or can’t use the computer / internet / specific sites. My wife has the password and enforces it. I’ve also used Internet Lock in the past for the same purpose.
Started unplugging my DSL modem for periods of offline work or reading e-books off an internet capable device when I don’t want to be distracted by impulsive browsing. If stuff comes up that I want to look up, I write a line on a post-it note. Seems to be just the right level of annoyance to get up and plug the thing back in that I won’t do it without thinking.
I used to block my favorite sites in /etc/hosts during periods of procrastination. Worked well enough and doesn’t prevent necessary online work (VPN...).
I use StayFocusd(Chrome plugin) for similar purposes.
I use Microsoft Family Safety (one of the parental controls that comes with Windows) to set up times when I can or can’t use the computer / internet / specific sites. My wife has the password and enforces it. I’ve also used Internet Lock in the past for the same purpose.