Your browser is your window to the Web. But just like that window in your home that allows the light in, it also represents a potential security risk. You could board up all your windows leaving you safe, but in the dark. Or you could implement some basic browser security. One way for that nasty […]
The BoT (Biology of Technology) Blog
Why iPad is a Funny Name
You’ve heard the buzz about Apple’s new iPad. But have you heard the sophomoric snickers about its name? So what is so funny about the iPad’s name? This Mad TV skit came out a few years ago when the iPad was just twinkle in Steve Job’s eye and explains the iTampon gag. It still remains […]
For e-Readers you Gotta Give Love to Get Love
It’s good to see that the e-book industry is doing what the e-music industry learned the hard way – than in the digital age you gottta “give love to get love.” Well, this is probably a timeless universal truth, but in an Internet connected world it’s truer than ever. Over half of the e-books on […]
Thumbs-up for Gazelle
Thumbs-up for Gazelle from my “Got Gadgets, Get Cash” post on 1/3/2010. I promised to follow-up and the verdict is “this is for real.” After sending in an old phone and laptop, I got several emails from Gazelle keeping me posted on the progress. About a week later a check arrived just as promised. So […]
Going Green with Your PC
Did you know that going green with your PC can save you some green? By powering down your PC or using power management correctly you can save up to $60 a year per machine. For the Planeteer that equals a half a ton of CO2 a year that will not be adding to global climate […]
The CES and You
Why should you care about the CES (Consumer Electronics Show, for those who do not speak geek)? You’re probably wondering how a gathering of a bunch of nerds impacts your life. Well, if you use a mobile device, watch TV, read publications, download music, and are reading this blog, there’s a chance you will feel […]
Got Gadgets, Get Cash
Have you got old gadgets? Need cash? Then try gazelle.com! So you can go green by having your devices recycled and get some green in return. Everybody wins Gazelle pays cash for used electronics such as cell phones, laptops, digital cameras, and other stuff (except printers and Fax machines). Here’s how it works: – Log […]
JibJab Look at 2009
The folks at JibJab take a jab at 2009, which was an easy target. Happy New Year and Best Wishes for 2010. Try JibJab Sendables® eCards today!
Biggest Tech Event of the Decade
As the new decade approaches everyone feels compelled to publish their top 10 lists of the past 10 years. I saw a list for the top 10 best beards of the decade. Seriously! But I can’t resist jumping on the bandwagon. (I’ve always been a band-wagon jumper.) However, instead of a top 10 list, I […]
Holiday Display that can be Seen from Space.
Here’s another high-tech Holidays displays that can bee seen from space. Happy Holidays!
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