If you've been paying attention to tech news, you may have heard rumors that the Internet is going to die. Surprisingly, it has nothing to do with the economy - it's all about capacity. But will the Internet really die? Here's what you need to know...
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If you know about the Amazon.com Prime membership program, it might surprise you to know that I'm a member. Anyone who knows me knows that I'm a frugal shopping and will always go the extra mile to save the extra buck. Why then, would I spend almost $80 on a "membership" to shop at an online store that others shop at for free? Have I lost my money-saving mind? Absolutely not.
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If you're anything like me you still have at least one or two people to buy for this holiday season. Believe it or not, eBay might be just the place to do your last-minute shopping. Each year I get great deals on the eBay site, but it's because I know how to "play the game". If you want to pick up a few great last-minute deals, here are some eBay tips to keep in mind.
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It's always great to have some “paper” under your belt and online certification offers everyone with an Internet connection an easy and convenient way to do just that. But is online certification really beneficial? Does it really hold any weight with potential clients or employers? The answers may surprise you.
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The other day I thought I'd do the smart thing and upgrade from your typical anti-spyware and anti-virus applications to a full-blown Internet security software suite. Little did I know, that decision was going to result in me growing another head, horns and fangs. I went from a happy, easy-going guy to a raving lunatic who had to be stopped from throwing a laptop through a sliding-glass door. What is it about Internet security software that can make the most sane person not so sane? Before you install any Internet security suite on your PC (Macs just don't have this problem), here are some things you need to know.
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So, you wake up and there's close to 40 or 50 emails your inbox. The problem is, only 4 or 5 of them are from people that you actually know. The rest are spam. Think it's no big deal? Try adding up how much time you'll spend sorting through spam over the course of your life and you might start singing a different tune. Fortunately, you're not helpless. Here are some ways you can get in on the fight against spam.
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It's easy for us avid eBay shoppers to assume that everyone logs onto eBay. However, many consumers have never even signed up at the online auction site. If you're one of those who have yet to buy an item on eBay, you don't know what you're missing. But before you log on, there are some things you need to know. Here are 3 tips to help you do it the right way.
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There are many free Internet resources available, but sometimes there are hidden costs to utilizing them. Free Internet resources can be a great way to save money, but don’t assume there are no hidden costs associated with them.
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If you're like me and serious about saving money, you probably make it a habit of scoping out the Web's best deals. Well one website is about to make finding the best deals on the Web a lot easier (and much faster). If you're ready to have the hottest deals tossed into your lap, read on...
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It is so easy to get stressed out during the Christmas season. With all the holiday shopping, planning, and baking we all need to do, sometimes we are pushed well beyond our limits. Being overstressed can oftentimes lead to overspending. That is why it’s sometimes helpful to rely on others to make our Christmastime tasks easier. Luckily, there are several Christmas websites that do just that.
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Oftentimes I love to embark on website adventures. I'll build a website, see how much of a profit it can make and then I'd sell it when I grow bored. Usually the websites I create are spur-of-the moment ideas. Sometimes they're very profitable ideas that I just don't have the time to implement. However, what I have learned from all of my website experience is that not all web hosting is the same and if you want a website to truly succeed, there are some things you want to look for in a web hosting company.
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How many times have you woken up to countless emails in your inbox -- emails you didn’t want and never asked for? Welcome to the world of spam. In my opinion, spam is the single most disgusting and obnoxious marketing method on Earth and many people who receive spam feel helpless to do anything about it. Fortunately, you can fight spammers -- you just need to know how.
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It wasn’t too long after the advent of the Internet that people began using the Internet dating sites in hopes of finding their soul mates. But do Internet dating sites really work, or are they just another means for money-hungry sharks to get their hands on your cold-hard cash?
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About two years ago I had a laptop that got infected with a virus that came through an email. At that time I didn’t really think too much about email security, but after that virus trashed that laptop I decided that email security should become a priority. But what steps do we need to take to ensure our email is truly secure? The answer may surprise you.
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When the Internet first began to grow, we never could have anticipated the danger that it would bring right into our very homes. After all, how could something a simple as a computer put our children at risk of injury and abduction? In fact, back in the early nineties, if you would have told someone that the Internet was a dangerous place, they would have laughed at you. That’s definitely no longer the case.
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I’ve worn glasses and contacts since my childhood and I’ve seriously considered LASIK surgery. The only thing keeping me from opting for the surgery so far has been the cost and the fact that it’s not covered by insurance. Naturally, when I heard that there was a website selling do-it-yourself LASIK surgery kits for less than $100 I was intrigued. Could something as serious as LASIK surgery really be done by the masses from the comfort of home?
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The concept of web-based points programs isn’t a new one -- they’ve been around for a few years. With points programs you basically read emails, respond to offers, shop or surf the web in exchange for points. Then, when you accumulate a certain number of points, you can exchange them for cash or prizes. There are number of points programs available on the web, but are these points programs really worth the time and effort?
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Each and every day you’re getting an inbox filled with soliciting emails you don’t want and you never asked for. You thought that there was a law against spam, but now you’re not so sure. After all, how can these companies continue to spam you if there’s a law against it? Believe it or not, spam is a big Internet no-no, but you have to know how to report it if you want to do anything about it.
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You’re in an Internet chat room or on an Internet message board having a great time. You’re minding your own business and behaving like a responsible adult. Suddenly, there’s someone there attacking you, being downright rude and insulting. Did you do something wrong? If you didn’t do anything wrong, chances are you’ve just been the victim of an Internet troll.
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