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Facebook as a Social Enterprise

admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 05:05:55 +0000

I have been involved with social media since before the days of Friendster. It has come a long way since then and the evolution has taken place in a very short time frame. We are now at the peak of the Facebook Social Enterprise. Our lives are being held hostage by some gurus behind a screen. All our information is laying flat in front of the world. Groups such as Anonymous have vowed to hack Facebook if they don’t change their personal privacy regulation.

Recently I noticed that Facebook uploaded all my contacts phone numbers. I didn’t give anyone permission to do this but they did it anyway. Then it was my obligation to turn off the feature in facebook. Why is that so? Should I have to be always watching as social networking invades every inch of my privacy. The crazy part about it is that we let this happen to us. It is just another experiment to see how far the human can be controlled. It’s almost like a legal holocaust of our information. We are all being stripped down and thrown in front of the world. What’s next?

Is anything safe anymore? Does anyone even care that they are controlling all our information, how we build our personal networks, who we can and can’t see or talk to , where we can turn people off with the click of a button. How imaginative it is to just flip a switch and make your world a better place.

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A Fun Kickoff to the Holiday Season Every Year

Nicky Papers — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 15:19:33 +0000

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation has become a hilarious holiday tradition for our family.

On the night of Thanksgiving each year, our family watches the Clark Griswold try to create the perfect Christmas for his family on our satellite television from www.BestChoiceTV.com.

Our friends and family gather around the living room television amazed each year at the comedy prowess of Chevy Chase as the bumbling Clark. Randy Quaid keeps us in stitches with what may be his best performance as Clark’s unwanted and inept cousin Eddie.

But what makes Christmas Vacation so endearing is the grain of truth that comes with a superb comedy. Our family members can relate in some way to Clark’s efforts to make the best holiday ever. We’ve all struggled with the perfect outdoor light display. We have distant relatives that have many of the same quirks as the supporting cast in the movie. And we’ve all somehow felt “victimized” by the commercialization of the season and a company bonus that didn’t materialize as we expected. We have also cheered as the underdog wins in the end.

But certainly, none of us went to the extremes highlighted in this delightful, comedy. The Christmas season just doesn’t feel like its started in our house until after the annual viewing of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.

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The Joy of Watching Nick Jr. With My Children

Nicky Papers — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 15:22:48 +0000

I have to admit that I regularly watch Nick Jr. with my kids on EXPERT satellite TV. It seems like the programming on Nick Jr. just keeps getting better and better. Over the years, this network has added lots of shows that actually hold my attention.

One of my favorite shows on Nick Jr. is Yo Gabba Gabba. I think the reason why I like this show so much is because it reminds me a lot of kid’s shows from my youth. The people who made this show incorporate lots of music with an ’80s beat along with video game graphics and noises reminiscent of the old Atari or Nintendo systems. It thrills me that my son seems to enjoy this show as much as I do, because it’s something we can enjoy together.

Of all the characters on Yo Gabba Gabba, Toodee is my favorite. She has the most personality, and she’s very independent. I also love the fact that you don’t really know what kind of creature Toodee is. She sort of looks like a cat, but when you look closely at her you’re still not quite sure what she is.

DUI Defense in Florida

Nicky Papers — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 14:57:21 +0000

Muscal Law is a law firm that focuses on DUI and criminal defense services in the state of Florida. If you’re looking for DUI defense in Florida, making a call to Musca Law should be a priority as DUI charges in Florida can be serious if your case is not managed by an attorney specializing in this perticular area of law. The case results at Musca Law speak for themselves with respect to their attorneys providing legal guidance and favorable outcomes on criminal cases.

Musca criminal defense lawyers can handle a full range of criminal charges including traffic offenses, theft, drug charges, violent crimes, and juvenile offenses. At Musca Law, the needs of the client are always considered first. If you’ve been charged with a crime or a loved one needs your help, the criminal defense attorneys at Musca Law are ready to take on your case.

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New Star Treck Movie On Direct TV

Nicky Papers — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 15:00:46 +0000

My favorite action movie so far has to be the new Star Trek movie. As a fan of the old series, I was in heaven when the movie came out on the big screen, and was there the first day it opened. Now, I can watch the movie on my directtv Specials, and watch it from the comfort of my own big and comfy couch. There were so many good parts of the movie, I’m not sure which one I liked the best. Chris Pine was perfect as Captain Kirk, I believe, and played his role to perfection. I especially did like the bar fight scene in the beginning, and loved how the movie started out with so much action. The characters did their parts justice, and I know I wasn’t the only one who loved seeing the original Spock, Leonard Nimoy, in the film.

The plot was an interesting one, and knowing that these were characters that I grew up on made it a movie that more interesting to watch. Even with all the skepticism and controversy surrounding the remake, I think it was an excellent movie, and one I’m glad to watch again and again.

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Be Patient When Buying a New Car

Nicky Papers — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:54:06 +0000

I’ve owned a Honda Civic for the past eight years and have nothing but great things to say about the company. I purchased my Honda Civic in 2002 and put 197k miles on the car from commuting to school and work. At this point, I’m looking for a new car that will last another eight years, has style, and room for passengers and cargo.

The BMW X6-M is a gorgeous automobile, but a bit out of my price range. I have not looked into financing options yet, so there is still a chance that I’ll be looking to test drive the vehicle. It’s hard to compare the handling of a BMW to other automobile manufactures. It truly is a smooth and stable ride.

Since I’ve had a great experience with Honda, I’m looking at the Honda Cr-V. It’s not a full-size SUV, but has enough room for cargo, luggage, golf clubs, and of course passengers. Additionally, the Cr-V is great on gas, which is always a plus.

While car shopping I’ve also checked out the VW Cc. Volkswagen offers a nice warrantee on this vehicle is an incentive to purchase and own the vehicle. The sleek lines are attractive; however, space is a selling point for me. This car might not be the most practical, but it’s definitely on my wish list.

I’ve been spending a lot of time researching more info on the latest makes and models from automobile manufactures. Nothing beats actually going into the dealership and speaking with a sales associate. Taking a car out for a test drive is a must. When car shopping, patience is key. Do not sign any paperwork until you’ve received a quote from a competitor. Happy car shopping!

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Unboxing the fake Intel Core i7 that NewEgg was shipping

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:00:39 +0000

By now, you’ve probably seen many of the homemade videos from people who ordered an Intel Core i7-920 processor from Newegg.com and received a bogus processor and hunk of plastic shaped like a fan. Newegg has thrown supplier IPEX Infotech of Freemont [corrected] California under the bus for this fiasco; in a statement released to Information Week, the retailer said, “We have since come to discover the CPUs were counterfeit and are terminating our relationship with this supplier.”

PCMag.com did not order one. but luckily for us, myneighbor, Microsoft TechNet columnist Greg Steen, just happened to be one of the lucky 200 or so buyers, and he let me borrow it for the day. As you can see, the box looks very real, and the weight of the package is perfect. Lots more images after the jump!

Unboxing the fake Intel Core i7 that NewEgg was shipping

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Jon Fitch vs Ben Saunders at UFC 111 Alves Ellenberger r out

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 12:00:43 +0000

Dana White has told TMZ.com that Ben Saunders will replace Alves for the bout at UFC 111. If Fitch (21-3) can pull off a win, White says he will next in line for the title shot. This would not be Fitch’s first shot at the title as he lost to current Welterweight champ Georges St. Pierre back in August 2008 by unanimous decision.

Fitch and Alves were scheduled to fight in a featured UFC 111 bout with potential title implications. The duo first met in 2007, when Fitch defeated Alves. however, an irregularity in a pre-fight CT prompted the new Jersey State Athletic Control Board understandably to err on the side of caution and nix the rematch. As we reported earlier today, Alves’ agent, Malki Kawa of First Round Management, said the fighter doesn’t have any serious injuries or ailments and hopes to return at UFC 112 in April.

Fitch looks for his fourth straight UFC win since a loss to UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre. Saunders, meanwhile, recently rebounded from his first career loss (to Mike Swick) with an impressive KO win over Marcus Davis.

Jon Fitch vs Ben Saunders at UFC 111 Alves Ellenberger r out

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HP CEO Gets $8.6M Bonus in Scandal Year

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 05:00:27 +0000

The Associated PressTuesday, January 23, 2007; 7:12 PM

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Hewlett-Packard co. said Tuesday that CEO mark Hurd received an $8.6 million bonus in 2006, a year of strong performance but one plagued by scandal over its shady boardroom spying antics.

In its proxy filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, HP said Hurd received the bonus on top of his $1.4 million base salary for his strong leadership in helping the company grow and become more efficient.

HP CEO Gets $8.6M Bonus in Scandal Year

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Penis head texture (keratinization)?

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 04:00:18 +0000

Sorry for a bit of a graphic topic. Most circumcised males have a keratinized penis head. Which makes it appear dry (you might have little lines or cracks on your head) and a little beat up. this is from the rubbing on your clothing and the exposure to the air. Uncircumcised males have moist skin covering the glans. Does anybody know a way to restore the surface of your head? Ive hear of using udder cream. ANy thing else

Penis head texture (keratinization)?