Image via Wikipedia Many things have an effect on language: war, the merging or two cultures, and technology are many common factors of change. If you think of the way that English has changed in the last several decades, nothing has effected English more than technology. Email and instant messaging were some of the first technological advances that had an impact on English. With email and instant messaging came emoticons and word abbreviations. Abbreviations of popular words and phrases have been around for centuries, but never in such abundance as with email and instant … [Read more...]
How to Keep up With Newer Technology
April 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image via Wikipedia Even with the changing world of cyberdom that's in existence, this doesn't necessarily mean that you have to be downtrodden about a five-year-old pc. There are things we can do to ensure our computing assistants remain intact for as long as we possibly can. Before you run out to your nearest bookstore, feel free to grab a cup of coffee, relax and have a seat. There may be many of us who haven't thought much about the dust “invasion.” Cleaning products can offer a solution to our other household amenities, but after a while our pcs or laptops may be … [Read more...]
How to Use a Webcam for Your YouTube Video
April 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the coolest ways to make a name for yourself on the Internet today is to post YouTube videos about a wide variety of different things. Some people simply situate themselves in front of a webcam and talk about whatever is on their mind that day, while others have a specific goal in mind such as to review movies, talk about music, sing or otherwise share a piece of themselves with the Internet. Getting set up for this type of production is actually quite simple if you have the right equipment, and once set up you can simply get started however you like. Using a Webcam to Record for … [Read more...]
The Rise of the Apps
March 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There are web apps and mobile apps. Apps is short for application. The applications are pieces of software that perform a service or function for you on the Web or your smart phone. Many are free, and other apps you pay a small fee. The software does things like provide clocks, market reports, or city information. Instead of searching for the information on the Web, the app is available on the desktop or the phone. It is possible now to be on the Internet and never go to the Web because of the apps. Americans are downloading the apps as soon as they come out. The World Wide Web is now having … [Read more...]
Inspire Your Preschooler With Computer Software
February 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
We have come a long way in this modern age. We have machines that keep our food cold, wash our clothes and toast our bread. Children can even get educated and be entertained by not only a television set but also a computer. These amazing pieces of hardware can teach our children everything they need to learn as a child. Game software for children varies in education levels and design. Preschoolers are learning how to use the computer at the age of three. Software designers have employed your preschooler’s favorite television characters in some of these games as well. … [Read more...]
New and Improved Comments Box
A comment box is the rectangular, usually white box found on a web site that a person can type in their thoughts for the web site group to see and to share. Facebook developers as of March 2011 have improved the comment box on their site. The new comment box has some nice features. If a person receives spam on Facebook now they can do something about it. Developers added an “x” beside the comment. Clicking on the “x” will bring up a list of options which lets a user remove or hide the comment from view. Additional text appears by a person’s name now as well. This text … [Read more...]