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May

Awesome Tips and Advice for Technophobes

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Working on a computer all day, and having been brought up with a ZX Spectrum in by bedroom, I consider myself fairly adept at using computers. It is for this reason that I can’t really understand when someone struggles to understand the how something works. Or when they insist on reading instructions before trying something. Or when they tell me off for doing something they think will damage the computer – when I know full well it won’t.

Of course it’s easy for me, and it is a bit snobbish that today I smirked when I overheard someone tell their friend they were dubious of using ‘the reply button’ when answering messages. The reality is though, for those who haven’t grown up with computers, and those who haven’t spent much time with them, they can be quite alien and intimidating – and there is no real jumping on point either.

To that end, here I will impart some basic advice to those who perhaps aren’t the most tech savvy in the world, to help you find your way around computers and devices in future.

Don’t Fear the PC

The first and most important piece of advice is very simple, which is: just don’t be afraid of computers. At the end of the day if something goes wrong it’s not going to break the machine. It’s only hardware problems that are unfixable so unless you are banging the computer against a wall it will be completely fine. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, and the best way to learn is literally to just throw yourself in there at the deep end.

Likewise you shouldn’t get in a panic, and you shouldn’t try and rush anything. If you look around then normally it’s fairly easy to understand what’s going on – it’s when you get in a fluster that you tend to make more mistakes.

For instance when it comes to Windows you have a simple system which is that you double click with the left mouse to launch anything you like the looks of on the desktop or in a folder. Meanwhile if you select something from the start menu or task bar you can just click once. You minimize, maximize or close the programme in the top right and you can move your files by dragging and dropping them into different places. Your right click meanwhile brings up a menu.

When you run the programs you will normally have your options along the top. Most of these are self explanatory – a picture of a disk will usually be ‘save’ while a picture of a spanner will probably be options. And if you aren’t sure what something does, then just hovering the mouse over it will usually bring up a little hint making it more clear.

Trust the computer and trust what it says, because it isn’t going to mislead you. Don’t be dubious of ‘reply’…. It’s called reply and so that’s what it does. It’s very rare that something goes wrong – except for the screen freezing occasionally.

If You Should Run Into Trouble…

If you run into major trouble then the best solution is often simple – turn it off and back on again. This fixes around 90% of problems. Meanwhile though, if you don’t know how to do something then just search for the answer in Google. The brilliance of the computer is that it is a gateway to all the information you need to be able to use it. Don’t know how to turn off double spacing in Word? Simple – type into Google ‘how to turn off double spacing in Word’ and it will tell you.

It’s only by doing this that you can really learn and this hands on experience will help you to quickly become a pro.

James Delurno works with registry cleaner company as technical writer. He also loves to blog tips and tricks related to technology/gadgets.

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May

Would You Suit an UltraBook?

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UltraBook

This Christmas, many people will be eagerly looking forward to sitting round the tree with carols jangling away, ripping the paper off their brand new super fancy tablet PC. It is the gift of the year as Apple’s iPad gave way to a swath of rivals rushing into the market with their own versions, implanting the desire to enjoy the gadget’s functions and slick operation, in many impressionable gadget-hungry minds.

You might just be tempted to break from the crowd however, when you feast your eyes on the new range of ‘Ultrabooks’ now available.

What is it?

Intel coined the phrase ‘Ultrabook’ to best describe their new range of MacBook Air rivals. An Ultrabook is essentially a very thin, very light and very fast laptop. Intel hopes that a new front with all new fancy processors will give them the chance to lure some of the market for tablet PCs (and the associated ARM processor based technology that powers them) away and towards what they are offering as a better alternative. Essential elements of an Ultrabook:

Measures less than 20 mm thick
Weighs less than 1.4 kg
Has at least 5-8 hours battery life

Will it be Popular?

If you’re a gadget fiend then, what you really want to know is, will it be popular? Will it make you as cool next year as all the people who had tablets this year?

Well Intel, one of the biggest chip manufacturers in the world, has pumped hundreds of millions of pounds into development for this product, so they clearly think/hope it will be. Plus, the MacBook Air is already popular, and so by offering their new Ultrabooks at around and below the £1000 mark, they obviously hope to appeal to those that don’t want to fork out for an Apple.

There are in fact already 11 ‘Ultrabooks’ available so you have a choice of manufacturers such as Acer, Asus, LG and Samsung, which suggests that everyone thinks that these will in fact become the new standard type of laptop people go for, as style and power can now go hand in hand like never before.

Why Bother?

The down-sides of going for an ‘Ultrabook’ are that you do have to forfeit some comfort for the added stylishness. For example:

Sealed-Unit – meaning that you can’t get into them, limiting your options when it comes to repairs and upgrades.
Expensive – they are always going to be just slightly snazzier laptops, that you pay extra (sometimes double) the price for, for not much better specifications.
Limitations – Thanks to its size; storage, CPU power and graphics are all limited. Plus flash storage and memory will be soldered in too, so no upgrades there either.

At the end of the day though, the decision is yours. Do you want a style piece that isn’t quite as good as the MacBook Air, or do you want a laptop that you could get a more powerful and flexible version of that is much cheaper at the expense of having a few extra grams to carry around?

Are you still interested?

Yohan Trimlett is a PC doctor. He provides computer repairs Edinburgh for a laptop repair company.

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May

Technology’s Role in the Quality of Social Interaction

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Few can argue that technological advances haven’t made their lives easier or more efficient in some way. But where social interaction is concerned, some are not so sure. Even though tools like social media have the mandate of allowing us to nurture existing relationships or create new connections, there is also evidence that this type of communication can reduce the quality of human interaction and, ironically, result in less frequent communication.

Vision and Reality

According to some, there is a great difference between the ideals of using technology to interact, and the reality of its effect on socialization. Those optimistic about technology’s role in social interaction say that technology creates a ‘knowledge society’ where everything is connected, and anyone can continue their participation from anywhere they happen to be, even when they are physically absent. And what could be better than that?

Unfortunately, it’s not the reality. Also called the ‘pessimistic view on technology and socialization’, this camp says that technology does the opposite for socialization. Instead of bringing people together, technology actually puts a focus on isolation and disconnection, which manifests itself as just that. People become more interested in the features and information provided by their personal devices than in the goings on of the real world. Not only that, but they also have the freedom to choose only that information which appeals to them, which results in an ‘ignorance society’.

The Evidence of Ignorance?

A study indicated that people interact socially online for two reasons: as a coping mechanism, and to escape. Those who needed support from family and friends would often turn to social networking sites to seek relief. And when they wanted to be entertained, participants turned to other areas of the web like video and music sites.

Reports of accidents involving drivers distracted by their cell phones, pedestrians texting as they walk and fatalities resulting from inattention to the ‘real world’ due to technological distraction are now commonplace, which could count as evidence toward the pessimistic view of technology on society.

One news story offered a different spin on how technology, or the lack thereof, affected at least one member of the human race. And it opened the eyes of many.

The Amish Project

During three months at the end of 2011, Jake P. Reilly, a copywriting student decided to see whether it was possible to live without the technological conveniences we enjoy today. In an unprecedented ‘unplugging’, Reilly swore off texting, emailing, cell phone and social media interaction in what he named “The Amish Project”. His reason for doing so was because he felt that we weren’t spending enough quality time with the people we care about.

Reilly’s intriguing social experiment revealed some very interesting details about his relationships. Not only did he discover that those he considered to be close friends weren’t as close as he thought, but he also created new ways to communicate and was able to revive a romantic relationship.

Instead of texting or emailing, Reilly relied on hand-written messages to connect with those in his life. Form visiting a friend’s house on his bike to chat face-to-face, to turning his school’s cork board into a slew of interesting and often humorous messages, Reilly was able to rediscover the true connection between human beings, and also realized the impact that technology is having on us from an ‘unplugged’ standpoint.

Asking Ourselves Why

One question we might ask ourselves when trying to discern whether technology is having a positive or negative impact on our social interactions is why we use that technology. For those who use the internet, it was discovered that they do so for two reasons; either as a coping mechanism, or to escape.

Those looking for some kind of emotional support were found to turn to social networks first, as that was where friends and family were located. Those needing entertainment turned to the online world by visiting resources like video and music sites. But can those voids be filled just as adequately or better with real-world interactions?

Regardless of whether you’re on the visionary or reality side of things, one fact remains clear: that the decision to use or not use technology is a choice that only the individual can make.

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Guest author Ruth Suelemente enjoys writing on a variety of topics, particularly in the area of technology. You can check out some of her work at the ISP Watchdog.

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May

5 Tips to Help You Pick the Picture Perfect Kids Digital Camera

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Kids these days are growing up in a digital age, and it’s sometimes shocking how quickly they pick up on how to use technology. Kids as young as 3 are learning how to play with tablets, smartphones, and yes, even cameras. When it comes time to give your kids their own camera, there are several factors that should be carefully considered. Let’s take a look at the 5 tips that picky parents can use to grab the best camera.

1. Function Over Form – It’s Not About Picture Quality

When you’re shopping for your own camera, one of the first specs you’ll look at will be the mega pixels. You want a camera that takes the clearest, highest quality photos within your budget. As you shop for your kid’s camera, the first thing to do is let go of this criteria. Kids don’t care nearly as much about the quality of their photos. You’re looking for a camera that’s going to be easy to use and come with all the cool features that kids actually will care about.

2. Age Appropriate Vs. Long-Term Use

There are cameras marketed to kids as young as 2 years old, but these cameras are typically so simple to use that a kid can become bored and want a better model within a year or less. On the other hand, you don’t want to buy a camera that your child will have trouble with. The answer? Well, that all depends on your kid. Some cameras have features that younger kids wouldn’t be able to use but that wouldn’t get in the way, which allow kids to further utilize the camera as they grow. These might be a good compromise.

3. Internal Memory is a Must

Many of the cameras on the market don’t feature internal memory. Instead, they come with an SD card that must be inserted into the camera and then taken out to upload photos to the computer. Unfortunately, these SD cards are extremely small, which makes it very likely they’ll get lost, and very difficult for kids to handle. We prefer a camera with internal memory so the pictures stay right on the camera. All you have to do is hook the camera up to a computer via a cable that the camera comes with, and you can upload to your heart’s content.

4. Avoid Specialty Cameras With Characters on Them

You’ll see plenty of cameras based on popular cartoon or movie characters. While kids may initially get excited about this, we’ve found that with a child’s fickle nature they aren’t the best option. Yes, the child’s camera will be a toy that they’ll continue to use for years to come, but when you choose a camera with their current favorite character, you run the risk of the child getting sick of the camera when they decide on a new favorite character.

5. Pay Close Attention to How Many Photos / Videos Can Be Taken

One of the most important factors is how many photos or videos can be saved to the camera. Some have room for upwards of 500 photos, while others may come with room for only 10. Typically the more expensive a camera is, the more photos it can hold. You may decide that a camera with a smaller capacity is the best value for you, but be mindful of the limits. If you choose a camera that can take video, then be prepared for the videos to take up much more room than the photos do.

6. Let Kids Take Some Shots With a Throw-Away Camera at a Special Outing

If you’re going to be visiting someplace special, like a theme park, family reunion, or vacation, let the child practice with a disposable camera or two to see if they still want a camera after they’ve gotten their feet wet.

When you follow these tips you’ll be well on your way toward finally getting the right camera for your child – and getting your own camera back.

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Guest author Rose Eliason writes about a number of technology-related issues. Check out some of her work at http://www.satelliteinternetserviceplans.com/.

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May

Using Windows Live Writer with your Blog

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Posting something new to your online blog is very simple… Sometimes too simple. The pictures come out funky, the title doesn’t look right, or the text comes out all over the place. Wouldn’t you love an alternative to reformatting once you’ve already posted or a way to stop switching between preview and the editing box? Well, here is one program that can help you out.

Windows Live Writer lets you connect to your blog and edit directly on there. Well, not ON there, but in a way that you can see immediate results. Find out what color font works best, what sizes, easily add and edit photos and videos and even set up post dates in the future. All it takes is a few minute download and the entry of your blog username and password.
To download Window’s Live Writer, go to: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-live/essentials-other-programs. It will take a few moments to ‘prepare to install’ and then it will come up with a question box. If you want, you can install all the extra Window’s components. But if you just want to install Live Writer, then click the second option ‘choose the programs you want to install’. Click the box next to Live Writer and uncheck the other boxes. Then download.

It will take a few minutes, but it should then appear in your start menu.

To get it connected to your blog, open Live Writer and choose your blog type. Then insert your blog’s web address. It will connect to your blog and ask for your username and password. You can choose to enter your password every time you post or have it remember you. Once Live Writer connects to your blog, it will show you a ‘blank’ post space. Whatever theme your blog has will show up in Live Writer and you can edit on it directly. That means you can see exactly what your post will look like.

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That’s it! Have fun adding pictures, editing them to perfection, and happily posting your entries. Add subtitles to video posts and even change your themes or add categories in Live Writer. It is very easy to navigate and tons better when it comes to editing. Try it out today.

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Kate Croston is a freelance writer, holds a bachelors degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. She writes guest posts for different sites and loves contributing business internet service related topics. Questions or comments can be sent to: katecroston.croston09 @ gmail.com.

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May

3 Simple Ways to Conquer your Inbox

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You may feel like just bunging the whole lot in the junk mail folder, but there are better ways to deal with a constantly choc-full inbox.

In my experience, the best form of attack is prevention – to stop those irrelevant emails appearing in your inbox full stop. After all, it can take around half a day to read and deal with 100 emails, and 5 minutes to recover from a 30 second distraction.

So, here are 3 simple ways to conquer your inbox.

1. Ban the use of the company contact group

(Unless it’s absolutely necessary, of course.)

We all receive those pointless messages, either sent with the belief that the contents is crucially important to everyone in the company, or sent lazily, as one person can’t be bothered to search thorough their contacts.

Yes, it’s lovely that you’re having a Birthday party for Brenda from Finance after work on Friday, but as 80% of the company have never met Brenda, excuse us, but we won’t be attending.

Whatever the tenuous subject line, a blanket ban on selecting that group should be imposed. Make sure there are adequate contact groups set up across the company, so Mike from Finance can invite just Finance and a few choice others to Brenda’s Birthday do in Hooters.

A simple way to achieve this is to remove the company contact group altogether for the majority of employees, though leave it available to those who really need it (directors, directors’ secretaries, department heads, etc.). Et voila, an almost instant reduction in irrelevant messages.

2. Ban the “Reply all” function

(Again, unless it’s absolutely necessary.)

We all know that “Reply all” is one of the most irritating things a person can do in email. Yet people still do it.

Make sure everyone in your company knows that there are almost no situations in which everyone needs to know one person’s response. If someone says “let me know”, let them know, not anyone else.

3. Install a PM service

Encourage employees to use PMs rather than emails for quick questions or things that need to be answered rapidly.

If your company doesn’t have a PM provider, Skype is one of the best free ones to use, and is quick and simple to install. Host a file on your intranet with everyone’s usernames, broken up by department, and encourage employees to just add those they’re actually going to message to their contact list.

Skype also enables people to create groups, which is particularly useful for questions that just need a yes/no answer from a select few, or acknowledgement of the message (which if sent by email could result in 10 one-word emails).

These 3 simple ideas can make a huge difference to the amount of emails you receive in the first place, and can drastically reduce the size of everyone’s inbox, saving you time that you could otherwise be finishing those crucial reports, or watching funny videos of cats on YouTube.

Do you have any more suggestions on how to conquer your inbox?

Jasmine Ayres blogs for ConNetU, a leading provider of dedicated servers. She writes to inform and assist businesses on IT matters, whether it be how to manage emails, or what colo services to choose.

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May

Understanding Common Computer Error Messages

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Face it: as much as you may not like to admit it, you are probably highly dependent on your computer. On top of that, it is likely that if something goes wrong with your computer, you have no idea of where to even begin to fix it. For that reason, seeing computer error messages can sometimes be a horrifying experience. Fortunately for us, many of these messages are fairly common, and easy to understand; many are even easy to do something about. Here is a guide to understanding common computer error messages:

Fatal exception error. When your computer gives you this message, it means that a program you are running has encountered any of a number of problems, from insufficient operation privileges to invalid coding. Oftentimes, the only solution to this error is to restart your computer.

Low disk space. This message is in reference to your computer’s hard disk drive – or main memory. Low disk space means that your drive is almost full and that you are almost out of memory. Once your computer is out of memory, it will no longer be able to function, so you must free up some memory. You can do this by deleting files and programs you no longer use (start with temporary files and work from there), or even by upgrading your computer’s hard drive.

Access denied. If you see this error message, it is because you are trying to get into a program or file that you do not have access to. It may have been locked by another user, or you may need a password to gain access.

This program has encountered a problem and needs to close. This error message is accompanied by an apology, for the inconvenience. If you are viewing this message, it means that the indicated program has encountered a protective fault (operation error) and needs to shut down. Restart the program to see if the problem persists. If it does, you may need to call a technician to identify the source of the problem in your system.

File not found. The file you are looking for my have been corrupted by a virus, or may no longer exist for a variety of other reasons. You may even have the file name wrong.

As you can see, many of the common computer error messages are relatively simple, and easy to fix. The most important thing is that you understand what they mean when your computer presents them to you. This list should help.

About the Author: Ruthanne Messler is acomputer repair specialist who enjoys learning how to uninstall programs that give trouble. She also makes hardware upgrades and specializes in removing viruses.

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May

The 5 Best Photo Sharing Apps for Your Phone

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In the recent past, the digital camera has received a battering as a result of the incorporation of cameras on mobile phones. This has further been compounded by the topnotch quality of pictures the mobile phone cameras are able to take.

The favorable uptake of this feature has seen many mobile phone manufacturers and photo sharing service providers release applications to aid in sharing photos. These applications, also widely known as apps, are beneficial to you since the process of taking pictures, and sharing it with friends on social media platforms such as Facebook has been made easy.

The time and effort it takes to take a photo with a digital camera, get to a computer that has an Internet connection, and uploads the picture to your favorite social network has been reduced significantly to one to take advantage of this benefit, and here are the five best apps to share your pictures through your phone:

lnstagram

Is a photo sharing service that has received rave reviews since its inception. In fact, Facebook acquired the service for a reported sum of US $1 billion in April, 2012. lnstagram is a service that helps you snap pictures, transform their looks and feel, and share them with your close friends, family, and fans. The best part about lnstagram is that it is a free service.

This photo sharing service is supported by most Apple products such as iPad, iPod, and iPhone, and Android camera phones.

Lightbox

Lightbox is a service that lets users register and create their own photoblogs. These users can then post pictures, text, and links onto their photoblogs. Additionally, Lightbox will help you enhance the photos you have already taken and share them with your friends on Facebook and Twitter.

As with lnstagram, Lightbox is also a free photo sharing app that can be downloaded from Google Play.

Flickr

Flickr app for Android is another tremendous photo sharing application you could use on your phone. This application will help you snap pictures and edit those using available, custom filters.

Additionally, you will be able to share these pictures on a wide array of platforms including Tumblr, blogs, Twitter, Facebook, chat site Mezee and Flickr.com. You will also be able to share the story behind your pictures through descriptions, comments, and tags.

Photobucket

Photobucket Mobile helps you to upload the photos you have taken straight to your account from your phone, access your account on your phone share your pictures on social media platforms, download photos, and organize them for faster finding. This app is also free.

LiveShare

LiveShare is a photo sharing application that gives you the ability to share your group’s pictures either publicly or privately. The LiveShare app helps you upload multiple pictures in the shortest time possible with its bulk upload feature. Therefore, it becomes easy to snap pictures of your friends at events such as weddings and birthday parties, and share them with the world.

In conclusion, finding the best photo sharing app to use on your phone is increasingly becoming hard given the high number of apps being released on a daily basis. Therefore, you should try these 5 best photo sharing apps to help you snap pictures fast, customize them easily, share them with your friends on social networks in real time, and organize your pictures better.

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May

3 Reasons to Encrypt Your Laptop

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Laptop security has become increasingly essential for fighting the potential damages caused by the theft or leaking of personal and corporate information. Theft of laptops can result in unsecured information being used by a third party to gain access to bank accounts, mobile phones and other sensitive areas. At the same, a stolen or hijacked company laptop can become a security risk if it contains confidential information or passwords for a closed network. Pursuing laptop encryption consequently becomes a valuable way to reduce these risks, while ensuring that information can not be easily retrieved. The more specific benefits of laptop encryption can be found below:

1 – Securing Personal Data

A laptop may contain links to your bank account, as well as records of passwords and security questions. Having a password saved on your desktop or elsewhere on a laptop can be particularly problematic if the same password is used for multiple Internet sites. A laptop that contains detailed records of financial transactions, qualifications and personal history also becomes attractive to thieves if they can use that information to imitate your identity.

The financial losses incurred by this identity theft can be difficult to fully recover, and can be hard to claim back if you have not followed basic encryption protocols. At the same time, an unencrypted laptop might contain personal family photographs and other items that could be used against you in the event of a theft.

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Encryption programs can be used to password protect a laptop, while creating different levels of security for different parts of a computer. Different passwords and encryption keys can be installed for various security systems on a laptop. Programs can also be used which will provide remote access and tracking for a laptop if it has been stolen. Files can be recovered remotely, or can be corrupted so as to make a laptop unusable if it cannot be retrieved.

2 – Encrypting Company Laptops

Laptop theft becomes even more serious if it is used as part of work, and if it contains confidential files or links to a network. An employer may fine or sack you for losing confidential information as the result of not encrypting a laptop. You should always check with an employer about their encryption regulations before using a laptop. Many institutions will insist on adding extra layers of security when you first receive a laptop. Companies may also demand that work is regularly backed up in secure and encrypted ways.

3 – Limiting Network Access and Tethering

It is important to remember that your laptop becomes much more vulnerable when it is connected to a network, or when it is tethered to a number of devices. Always make sure that you use a secure wireless connection that follows either Wired Equivalent Privacy or Wireless Application Protocols. Similar encryption should also be used for mobile phone networks tethered to a laptop. Measures can similarly be taken to modify IP addresses and MAC codes to ensure that a network cannot be breached. As with all forms of computer encryption, adding extra security walls and applying them to different devices within a network will make it much safer to use.

Sebastian is currently writing for Cable.co.uk an independent website that allows you to compare broadband prices and speeds in the U.K.

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May

5 Major Moments in Internet History

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The Internet has changed significantly over time, and there are several moments where we can see legitimate turning points in the Internet’s development. The Internet as we know it today did not just come out of nowhere and it is likely to continue evolving.

1. The Rise of the GIF

In 1984 the Graphics Interchance Format (GIF) was created and released by developers at CompuServe. The efficiency of this format made GIFs extremely popular and was one of the major forces that led to a color-based Internet. The GIF has also helped contribute to the popularity of blogging sites, including Tumblr, which relies on GIFs to keep fandoms happy.

2. Hotmail Emerged as a Major Email Provider

Hotmail emerged in 1996 when email was barely a thought in the average person’s mind. Hotmail launched as the first major web-based email service. Just a year after the email provider was launched, Microsoft purchased the site for $400 million. In the following years other email services evolved, including Yahoo. In 2004 Google announced that it would launch a free email service that offered more storage than any other online email provider. It was called Gmail, and it set a new standard for free email services.

3. Youtube Increased the Popularity of Online Videos

While online videos had a strong web presence prior to the development of the popular video website, Youtube made significant contributions to the rise of the Internet video. The website began a revolution and helped to usher in an era of flash-based video. Youtube allowed people to upload any videos they wanted to share. Google purchased the site in 2006 for more than $1.5 billion. Despite the fact the videos were initially considered to be of low quality, it did not stop people from uploading and viewing everything from homemade skits to videos of cute puppies.

4. The Internet Emerged as a Legitimate Way to Shop

People began to make online purchases. Amazon, opened in 1995, was one of the first major online shops. It sold books to begin with, but eventually sold other products. That same year eBay also emerged as an online auction site called AuctionWeb. In April of 2003, Apple launched its iTunes store. Initially it only had 200,000 songs but it did become the first online store to sell music from major labels legally. Users could download the music and labels would get their money. Within the first day of opening it sold more than 250,000 songs.

5. Wikipedia Created in 2001

User-generated content became extremely popular with the popularity of the Internet increasing. While the concept of an encyclopedia was introduced as early as 1993, it was not until January of 2001that Wikipedia was established as an online encyclopedia that users could edit and add to. Initially the site was going to complement one written and edited by experts called Nupedia, but Wikipedia was extremely popular on its own. Today Wikipedia is one of the most popular websites on the Internet with millions of articles and registered users.

As the Internet gets bigger, our world gets bigger. We can expect to see many more advancements in Internet and web-based technology in the coming months and years.

Jimmy Hampton is an IT consultant and contributor at Masters in IT, a site with reviews, guides and information about getting an online Masters in Information Technology.

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