My Computer-Can I Conquer the Distractions?

Everytime I sit down in front of the computer, ready to work, I always find myself distracted by any number of programs on my laptop. Of course I need to check all of my e-mail accounts-what if something has happened? Then I need to see if there is anything new happening on MSN, or any other number of websites. Then I usually check my e-mail again, and before I know it, I have wasted half an hour surfing the internet. When I'm really procrastinating, this usually leads to a marathon session of solitaire or hearts. I love my computer, and the freedom it gives me to find information at any time from anywhere, but it is also probably the biggest distraction in my life as well. I do not have a facebook page, which is probably a good thing, because I would never get any work done. I am scheduled to finish my thesis this semester, and my computer is my most important tool for getting it done, but it may also be the key to my demise!