If you need help remembering tasks, try...

Google Calendar

With this online calendar you can keep track of appointments, classes, assignment due dates--practically anything time sensitive--and set reminders to alert you to upcoming deadlines. You can share calendars with anyone else who uses Google Calendar.

• Who should use this? Anyone with an smartphone or a computer. (If you don't use Google Calendar, then I hope you are using a similar calendar or scheduling system.)

• How does it work? It's very intuitive; just sign up for a Google account (if you don't already have one) and access Calendar as you would any other Google app. If you need help getting started, go to YouTube and search on Google Calendar--there are many demos available. For some great tips, watch this video.

• What does it cost? Free (you just need a Google account)

Google Keep

This Google app lets you create virtual “sticky notes” with to-do lists--with reminders--that you can access from any Internet-connected computer or mobile device and share with others. Versions for all computers and mobile devices are available.

• Who should use this? Students who need an easy way to create and access to-do lists and study notes.

• How does it work? As with most Google apps, this is very easy to use--and requires a Google account to access. With a couple of clicks, you can create to-do lists, organize them, and add reminders. Watch this video for details on how to use Google Keep.

What does it cost? Free! Included in Google G Suite (go to http://keep.google.com or search for it in Google Drive), and available on the Apple App Store, Chrome Web Store, Google Play (Android). 

Remember the Milk

This online service is essentially a superpowered to-do list that sends you reminders to keep you on track. You can share these lists with two people. 

• Who should use this? People who have a hard time remembering tasks and appointments--and don't want to (or can't) use Google Calendar on their smartphone.

• How does it work? Create a to-do list with due dates and priorities; you'll get reminders via email, text, and IM. There's actually a lot more to this; go to the tool's website to learn more.

• What does it cost? Free (you can upgrade to a premium account for $40 per year)

• How can I get it? Sign up at the Remember the Milk website for an online account, or download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.