Thursday, November 26, 2009

internet

10 Reasons Google Voice Will Rock the Phone World

Compelling new service is starting to open up to new users. more >>

Watch Out for Twitter Hype in the Iran Elections

The revolution may be Twitterized, but it's not clear that's a good thing. more >>

Major Abortion Rights Site Launches Online 'Common Ground' Forum

A major abortion rights website is up with a new "common ground" forum. more >>

Travel Smarter

Before your next trip, hit up these online communities. more >>

Your Twitter Toolbox

Apps to personalize your Twitter experience. more >>

Survey: Family Time Eroding As Internet Use Soars

Afghan Presidential Candidate Uses Obama's Online Model

A leading Afghan presidential candidate has built a fundraising Web page based on the Obama's model. more >>

Did Facebook Kill Itself By Giving Out Usernames?

If not, did you change your Facebook username? more >>

Usernames Will Kill Facebook

The social networking site's latest move will make it like any other website: indistinguishable. more >>

Start-Ups Should Think About Charging for Content

More smaller companies are recognizing a need for fee-based business models. more >>

Who Needs a Yearbook When There's Facebook?

New technologies are giving high school yearbook staffs a reason to rethink standard practices. more >>

The Purpose-Driven Website

Assuming your website is successful, what will it have accomplished? more >>

Too Much Media May Be Tough on Kids' Health

Expert warns parents to limit access to computers, TV and more more >>

Online Gambling Leads to Crime and Hurts Young, So Why Encourage It? Asks Spencer Bachus

Computer betting lures the young and leads to crime. Government should not send the wrong message. more >>

With Gambling, Personal Freedom Is Always the Best Bet, Says Barney Frank

There are many vices in the U.S. Those that hurt others must be stopped. Online gaming need not be. more >>

Obama to Create Cyber Czar In Awareness Effort

Time Warner to Spin Off AOL, Ending Ill-Fated Deal

Google Hoping Web Surfers Will Ride Its 'Wave'

Bing It On: Microsoft Overhauls Search, Again

Online Groups Help Parents Weigh Tough Treatment Choices

When your child is really sick, parents who have been there can be an excellent resource. more >>

Girls With Sexy Avatars Face Greater Risks Online

Teens who choose a sexy online image are more likely to agree to in-person meetings. more >>

To Quit Smoking, Try Logging On

Computer- and Web-based programs may help smokers stop, study finds more >>

Provocative Online Portrayals Can Get Teen Girls in Trouble

Study found they raised the chances of online advances, offline meetings more >>

Online System Could Cut Referrals to Dermatologists

Suspect skin conditions evaluated by e-mail may also keep lid on costs, study suggests more >>

E-Mailing Your Way to Healthier Habits

People move more and eat better when messaged to do so, study finds more >>

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