Ben's Bargains

GoDaddy.com has domain registration on sale for Free for the first year (regularly $10) with a coupon code that you need to sign up for (this is quick, you don't even need to enter valid info). They have good prices from a leading reputable registrar. If you've seen some of the other cheaper registrars, take note, as with many of them you don't actually own the domain you buy!

Mattel.com has a short sign up form to get a free Planet Heroes DVD. This appears to have nothing to do with the Heroes TV show. Here is the DVD Trailer for your viewing excitement. They also have a free GeoTrax DVD.

You gotta be 21 to get this! "If you join now, we'll send a free Beck's Wrench Bottle Opener and future goodies to the address you provide here." CA and TX residents are not eligible.

RedOctane.com is offering five (5) copies of DS Lite Guitar Hero: On Tour Flames Bundle (Game + Controller) to BensBargains.net visitors. Winners will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, July 25th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

RedOctane.com is offering four (4) copies of PS2 Guitar Hero: Aerosmith Wired Dark Wood SG Guitar Bundle to BensBargains.net visitors. Winners will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, July 18th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

Chick-fil-A is celebrating Cow Appreciation Day on July 11. Dress up like a cow (for some of you this might not take much effort) and they will fill your stomach with a free Chick-fil-A entree. Valid on Friday, July 11th only.

7-Eleven is celebrating the anniversary of the Slurpee by offering a free 7.11oz. Slurpee at participating locations on 7/11 only. Prepare for a major brain freeze.

MyDVDPlayerOffer.com is giving a free 9" Philips Portable DVD Player with iPod docking port to those who apply and are approved for the Discover More card. The DVD Player includes car adapter, remote control and AV cable.

TradePub.com has a Free White Paper titled: "Optimizing HP Servers with Microsoft SQL Server 2008." The objective of this white paper is to show how using Microsoft SQL Server 2008 on HP servers can help with consolidating corporate data.

TradePub.com has a Free article titled: "The Essential Guide to Solving Server Sprawl." It details what server sprawl is, and ways to consolidate while reducing energy costs and overhead.

HandHelditems.com is offering Apple's new 3rd generation 4GB iPod Nano to BensBargains.net visitors. One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, July 11th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

My Coke Rewards is offering a free 20-ounce Coca-Cola Coke Zero for new and existing members. After registering just search for coke zero and you'll find a coupon for a free Coke Zero. Your home address is required.

Chick-fil-A is celebrating Cow Appreciation Day on July 11. Dress up like a cow (for some of you this might not take much effort) and they will fill your stomach with a free Chick-fil-A entree. Valid on Friday, July 11th only.

TradePub.com has a Free White paper on the "Do's and Don'ts of Search Engine Optimization." It covers past and present techniques of SEO, both good and bad. Here are some other publications you may be interested in:

Website Redesign and Search Engine Optimization

Determining the Best Keyword Strategies for SEO and SEM

SugarSync.com has a free 45-day trial of their 10GB online backup package, with no credit card required for signup. This is one of the most well-reviewed online backup solutions out there. "It’s the world’s simplest online backup with remote access, multi computer sync and online sharing built in." Pricing of their 10GB plan is $25 yearly.

HandHelditems.com is offering Apple's new 3rd generation 4GB iPod Nano to BensBargains.net visitors. One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, July 4th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

MyDigitalCamcorderOffer.com is offering a free Flip Video Ultra Series Camcorder to those who apply and are approved for the Discover More card. Here is the Flip Video site with some clips and more info on the device.

Audio warning. Just upload any photo and watch the movie, then save the movie and check the box to request a free sample. They'll send you a free Schick Quattro Titanium Trimmer for your troubles.

TradePub.com has a series of technical publications that may be of interest to some of you out there. Take a look and grab the ones that you're qualified for.

Implementing virtualization: Techniques for Windows Conversion

Backup Exec 12: Efficient Data Protection for Microsoft Applications

Overview: Backup & Recovery - Top 10 Reasons to Upgrade

The Latest Advancements in SSL Technology

Microsoft is offering a free account to their Microsoft Office Live Basics. A free account gets you 500MB Storage, 10GB/month transfer, 2GB E-Mail, Daily Backups. Additional features available for a fee.

Free domain name and hosting; Easy-to-use Web site design tool; 25 e-mails

Storage and data transfer; Web site traffic analysis and reporting tools

TradePub.com has a Free 2-issue subscription to The American, where you can "discover how new ideas about policy, politics and economics can transform your business and the companies you invest in."

Discovery Store is offering the When We Left Earth, The NASA Missions DVD Box Set to BensBargains.net visitors. Four (4) winners will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, June 27th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

Steam is offering a free weekend to play the full version of Team Fortress 2, valid through 6/22. Play as the flame-throwing Pyro, the room clearing Heavy, or the Spy, a master of disguises. Here's a review.

Update: Looks like they had a limited number of keys, and they're all out!

Here's a neat little method to get a ~$400 software package for a little legwork (not much work at all, really). Best of all, it's legal and free, thanks to the accounting folks over in the UK!

1. First get a Windows Live ID if you don't have one
2. Sign up for MS Professional Accountants' Network (anybody can join)
3. Fill out above info and survey, then go to your Product Keys
4. Request your Full Key for Office Small Business Edition 2007 - UK [img]
5. Download MS Office Small Business 2007 and use the full key from above (don't use the trial key from the download link)! Also download Service Pack 1 if you want.

TradePub.com has a Free subscription to Live Sound International. This magazine provides information about "current and proven techniques, analysis, applications and business insight specifically intended to assist live audio production and installation professionals stay on top of industry trends and further their business."

Dell Home is sponsoring a 2-week giveaway of an Inspiron 1525 Laptop to BensBargains.net visitors. This laptop will be loaded with a 2.0 GHz Core 2 Duo CPU, 3GB DDR2 Memory, 250GB Hard Drive, and a sweet 15.4" 1280x800 LCD display.

One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. The winner will be selected on Friday, June 20th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

TradePub.com has a Free White Paper on "Information Security: It's Not an Option," which provides ideas and solutions to improve Information Security. Check out these other new titles:

Advances in Data Warehouse Performance - query optimization

The CMO's Strategic Agenda Benchmark Report - Marketing Automation

TradePub.com has Free registration to the online Blackberry Seminar titled "Sharing BlackBerry Knowledge: Building the Foundation for Intelligent Mobility." You can hear keynote speeches, ask technical questions, see solutions in action, and visit the Exhibit Hall.

Microsoft is offering a free account to their Microsoft Office Live Basics. A free account gets you 500MB Storage, 10GB/month transfer, 2GB E-Mail, Daily Backups. Additional features available for a fee.

Free domain name and hosting; Easy-to-use Web site design tool; 25 e-mails

Storage and data transfer; Web site traffic analysis and reporting tools

Remedy Life magazine has a free 3-year subscription. It is a quarterly publication that details information on healthy living. You'll receive valuable offers, free samples, and the opportunity to participate in health surveys and polls.

ValueMags.com has a free subscription to Fitness magazine (22 issues). "No strings attached. You'll never receive a bill. This subscription is yours. Enter your shipping information below and we'll send out your first issue." [BizRate]

Krispy Kreme is participating in Doughnut Day 2008 by offering a free single doughnut of your choice to customers throughout the day today. User their store locator to find one near you (if you don't already have it programmed into your GPS unit).

TradePub.com has a Free subscription to Dr. Dobb's Journal, which provides information on how to write the most efficient and sophisticated programs and help in daily programming tasks.

NTI is offering a free download of their NTI Shadow 3.7 Full Version (v3.7.1.37) software. They send you an e-mail with the download activation code, allowing you to get the 13.8MB download of the full version (regularly $30). Valid through 6/8. Here's the feature list of this software.

BestBuy.com is testing a new e-waste recycling program in select areas. It includes 117 BestBuy retail locations, where they will accept up to 2 gadgets per day, including TVs up to 32-inches. Look for an official announcement by BestBuy soon.

Remedy Life magazine has a free 3-year subscription. It is a quarterly publication that details information on healthy living. You'll receive valuable offers, free samples, and the opportunity to participate in health surveys and polls.

TradePub.com has a free download of LANsurveyor Express for Microsoft Visio for qualified professionals. It allows you to automatically create network diagrams for you in Microsoft Visio 2007.

Microsoft is offering a free account to their Microsoft Office Live Basics. A free account gets you 500MB Storage, 10GB/month transfer, 2GB E-Mail, Daily Backups. Additional features available for a fee.

Free domain name and hosting; Easy-to-use Web site design tool; 25 e-mails

Storage and data transfer; Web site traffic analysis and reporting tools

Dell Home is offering the Canon PowerShot SD770 IS 10-MegaPixel Digital Camera to BensBargains.net visitors. One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, June 6th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

Fill out the short questionnaire for your free Accu-Check Aviva System + 60 free test strips. "Has 11 depth settings for maximum comfort, and no side-to-side motion for less skin tearing."

TradePub.com has a Free White Paper titled "Virtualization Everywhere." It discusses how Citrix XenServer, based on the open source Xen hypervisor, "provides comprehensive, economical server virtualization designed for easy implementation in any IT environment."

Just enter your info to get this free subscription to Electronic Gaming Monthly from TradePub.com. "You will never be billed for this free 1-year subscription." Also check out TradePub for free technical publications.

HandHelditems.com is offering Apple's new 3rd generation 4GB iPod Nano to BensBargains.net visitors. One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, May 30th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

TradePub.com has a new free publication titled "Vulnerability Management for Dummies." It will help you "understand how to prevent attacks and eliminate network weaknesses that leave your business exposed and at risk."

eforcity.com has several weekly specials for pretty darn cheap + free shipping on most items.

Car Charger for Apple iPod/ iPhone = Free coupon code ipodccoff

6 ft USB 2.0 Cable, Type A to Mini 5-Pin Type B = $2 code USB4U

Microsoft is offering a free account to their Microsoft Office Live Basics. A free account gets you 500MB Storage, 10GB/month transfer, 2GB E-Mail, Daily Backups. Additional features available for a fee.

Free domain name and hosting; Easy-to-use Web site design tool; 25 e-mails

Storage and data transfer; Web site traffic analysis and reporting tools

Just enter your info to get this free subscription to Electronic Gaming Monthly from TradePub.com. "You will never be billed for this free 1-year subscription." Also check out TradePub for free technical publications.

HandHelditems.com is offering Apple's new 3rd generation 4GB iPod Nano to BensBargains.net visitors. One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, May 23rd. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

Laplink is celebrating their 25th anniversary by offering a free download of their PCmover software. It helps with migrating your goodies to a new system. "Move your selected files, settings, and even programs to a new PC." [BizRate]

McDonald's is giving away a free Southern Style Chicken Biscuit or Sandwich when you purchase a Medium or Large Drink. Valid today only from 10:30am - 7pm.

Dunkin' Donuts offers you a free Iced Coffee today only from 10am - 10pm [Exp 5/15]. See their homepage for more details. Receive a "free 16 oz. cup of Dunkin' Donuts' premium iced coffee, which is double-brewed to ensure full flavor with every cup."

Haagen Daz is giving a Free scoop of their new flavor, Vanilla Honey Bee, today from 4pm to 8pm. You can get it in a cup, sugar cone or cake cone. Here's their store locator.

Microsoft is offering a free account to their Microsoft Office Live Basics. A free account gets you 500MB Storage, 10GB/month transfer, 2GB E-Mail, Daily Backups. Additional features available for a fee.

Free domain name and hosting; Easy-to-use Web site design tool; 25 e-mails

Storage and data transfer; Web site traffic analysis and reporting tools

HandHelditems.com is is continuing their exceedingly generous sponsorship of our weekly giveaway, this time with a prize of an Apple iPod Touch 8GB. This is a one week duration giveaway!

One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings sitewide to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, May 16th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

Self.com is giving away a free pair of ASICS Tiger Stripe low-cut socks for everyone who registers today, May 9th. Replace your stinky socks with these.

TradePub.com is offering a free subscription (12 issues) to PC Magazine for qualified applicants. They say that you will "never be billed for this free 1-year subscription." Also check out TradePub.com for many other free magazine subscriptions.

TradePub.com has a free Special Report titled "Moody's Economy.com - Into the Woods: Mortgage Credit Quality, Its Prospects and Implications." The study evaluates the threat mortgage credit problems pose to the housing market and broader economy, and the scenarios under which these problems could result in an economic recession.

HandHelditems.com is is continuing their exceedingly generous sponsorship of our weekly giveaway, this time with a prize of a highly sought-after Nintendo Wii Console. This is a one week duration giveaway!

One winner will be chosen from those who reply to this post and have at least 10 postings sitewide to their credit at the time of the drawing. Winners will be selected on Friday, May 9th. Subject to these Terms & Conditions.

Microsoft is offering a free account to their Microsoft Office Live Basics. A free account gets you 500MB Storage, 10GB/month transfer, 2GB E-Mail, Daily Backups. Additional features available for a fee.

Free domain name and hosting; Easy-to-use Web site design tool; 25 e-mails

Storage and data transfer; Web site traffic analysis and reporting tools

AT&T Wireless is offering free HotSpot WiFi access to iPhone users. Some enterprising individuals figured out that anybody can get free access by changing their browser's user agent to "Mobile Safari 1.1.3" and using an AT&T Wireless phone number (it doesn't have to be your own).