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Posts tagged ‘Technology’

World Wide Web History

The web is getting old enough now to have a growing and interesting history. Some of that history was recently revealed through the publishing, or republishing in this case, of the very first website ever. The website, located at Read more

eBook Sales Sees Dramatic Rise

The rise of eBook readers like the Amazon Kindle and tablets like the Apple iPad are driving more eBook sales. eBooks are downloaded over the Internet to an eBook reader or tablet and replace the need to buy the actual paper version of Read more

A Skype Wedding?

Skype is a growing communications platform that allows users to communicate through voice, video, and chat. It’s a global phenomenon with hundreds of millions of users around the world. It started as a cheaper way to make Read more

Teens & Tech Report

It’s no secret that teenagers are active technology users. Some might argue (me among them) that many teens use technology too much and could be even addicted to it. Recent research results from the  Pew Internet & American Life Read more

Gadgets on Airplanes

It’s no secret that the demand for technology and gadgets is on the rise. We love our computers, tablets, and smartphones. That interest and love in gadgets is not just the domain of the house, car, or work anymore. Increasingly, we are  Read more

Technology in the Classroom

Use of digital information and communications technology has become a core aspect of education in middle and secondary schools in the U.S. But nearly ubiquitous access to the Internet, mobile phones, and social media have also Read more

Next Generation HDTV – 4K TV

High definition television (HDTV) has been a real game changer for viewing TV. The picture quality is leaps and bounds better than yesterday’s TV picture, which is called standard definition. If you’re like me, you can’t stand watching Read more

Here Come the WiFi Ovens

I’ve talked a lot about WiFi on this blog, with good reason. This wireless technology that allows a growing number of devices to connect to the Internet and thus become ‘smart’ is pervasive in today’s tech society. Case in point Read more

Wi-Fi Will Soon Be Much Faster

Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that is familiar to many. Millions of homeowners have installed Wi-Fi networks in their home to access the Internet wirelessly on laptops, tablets, smartphones, and even TVs. Wi-Fi networks are Read more

More Options for New Years Eve

Do you have a time honored tradition for bringing in the New Year? For many of us, watching the celebration unfold in New York’s Times Square on TV is high on the list. Luckily, in today’s hi-tech society, there are many more Read more