Write the ideal email
Writing an email is a form of communication eliminated of several external influences like voice inflection and body language. This makes choosing the right words even more important. You wouldn’t want your boss getting the wrong idea by signing a vacation request email with “All my love,” for illustration. Here are a few tips to […]
Interesting and Amusing Tech Lawsuits
Usually lawsuits are very serious news and not to be laughed at. The tech industry has had its fair share of these more serious suits. However, we sometimes read about ones that we can’t help but be amused by. This list of unbelievable tech lawsuits from the past 10 years is sure to tickle your […]
The change in information consumption
Smartphones, tablets and laptops are traditionally considered connected devices, because each device connects to and interacts with the Internet. However, HDTVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles are also connected devices, as a high percentage of their functionality performs on the Internet. Each of these gadgets offers a means of communicating and consuming content. Where […]
Connectivity and Censorship
As a species we are connected. Our access to information is increasing exponentially. Many authorities and governments around the world have fears about what this access can mean for the people in their countries. These concerns cause them to censor the amount of communication that individuals have or cut them off entirely if they feel […]
Internet Anonymity: The pros and cons
Google is the newest heavy hitter in the social media world. One of the most notable differences between Google and other standard social media sites like Facebook or Twitter is that account holders are restricted from using pseudonyms. Anonymity is commonplace on the Internet, which is most likely the reason why Google ’s decision to […]
Tech That Remains the Foundation of Computer Science
It seems like as soon as you buy a new piece of technology, a faster and better version comes out. Technologies that were ground breaking last week are old news this week. However, it may surprise you to know that the root of these technologies have stayed the same for 50 years. If we live […]
What to do when your email has been hacked
Every email account is vulnerable to the nefarious plots of hackers. Though there are several steps you can take to protect and secure your private information, there will always be a chance that your very own email account could one day be compromised. So, what do you do after your email has been hacked? The […]
Keep Your Business Focused on the Big Picture
Most of us set goals in our personal lives. It keeps us motivated and each accomplishment gives us the drive to keep reaching further. We do this in our home life so why not do this in our work life too? Around 30% of our lives are spent at work. Some people are unfulfilled by […]
Characteristics of Good Apps
An app is simply as valuable as it’s function. There are particular things that can determine the value of the function, whether or not the app is useful, whether or not the app works accurately or even whether or not the app is fun. Take ‘Angry Birds,’ for example. This app has value because of […]
DOS Through the Decades
Remember DOS, with its black screen and blinking cursor eagerly waiting for your command. The Disk Operation System (DOS) celebrated its 30th anniversary a week ago. DOS has arguably been the most important OS of all time and in honor of it turning thirty, I would like to reflect on where it has come from […]
Let technology keep you cool
Staying cool in the summer is sometimes more difficult than it sounds. We all have our own means of beating the heat, be it swimming, eating ice cream, or lounging in a good old-fashioned air-conditioned room. However, there will always be more unique approaches to stay cool, thanks to gadget technology. If you’re looking to […]
The Influence of Space Technology in Our Everyday Lives
People around the world watched as the space shuttle Atlantis took its last trip into space last week. This marked the conclusion of NASA’s space shuttle program however the thousands of technologies that were born from the program will stay with us far into the future. We use technologies from the space program at home, […]