[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110415_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] YouTube instituted a three-strike policy for those uploading copyrighted material. Violators must watch a short video explaining copyright law and are required to take a multiple-choice quiz about the information. Completing YouTube’s “Copyright School” will allow suspended users to regain good standing on the site. In other Continue Reading →
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Shelly Palmer chats with Hemu Negam about how to stay safe online. Continue Reading →
According to multiple reports, Microsoft’s Xbox 360 remains the best selling videogame console on the market in the U.S. With a year-over-year sales increase of 28%, the Xbox 360 beats every current-generation console in growth. Adding to Microsoft’s success is the best-selling game accessory the Kinect. Read the full article at slashgear.com Continue Reading →
For the first time in history, online advertising revenue surpassed newspapers. With a 15% increase from last year, online advertising brought in $26 billion versus $22.8 billion from newspapers. The double-digit growth during an economic recession suggests that even more dollars will be shifted online. Read the full article at WSJ.com Continue Reading →
A recent study by the World Economic Forum reveals that the United States trails behind four other countries in its use of computer and telecom technology. Sweden, Singapore, Finland and Switzerland are 2010’s leaders based on qualifiers like registered patents, mobile device usage and venture capital. The United States also ranked 52nd in math and Continue Reading →
IBM is working on smartphone technology that could help alleviate your commute. Its Traffic Prediction Tool analyzes real-time data from traffic sensors and predicts commuter behavior so you don’t have to. IBM is currently testing the software with the California Department of Transportation. Read the full article at Wired.com Continue Reading →
Shelly Palmer chats with Steve Rosenbaum, author of Curation Nation, about internet access for the poor. Continue Reading →
If you have an unlimited data plan for T-Mobile, you’ll no longer be getting what’s advertised. The “unlimited” data plan is being cut back to 2GB and once you reach the limit, further usage will suffer considerable speed decreases. Many wireless carriers are still trying to negotiate how they will continue to offer unlimited data Continue Reading →
[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110414_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] For the first time in history, online advertising revenue surpassed newspapers. With a 15% increase from last year, online advertising brought in $26 billion versus $22.8 billion from newspapers. The double-digit growth during an economic recession suggests that even more dollars will be shifted online. In other Continue Reading →
Senators Kerry and McCain recently introduced legislation to create the first “Commercial Privacy Bill of Rights.” The bill prevents companies from collecting and distributing users’ information without consent. But, the new rules are only applicable to sensitive religious, medical or financial data. Read the full article at WSJ.com Continue Reading →