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The 7 Most Hated Internet Innovations of All Time
OIOpublisher Did you know that the very first spam email was sent out in 1978? The very first email was… Read More... -
10 Websites Britain Blocked (But Shouldn’t Have)
Ambiguously-worded and vague laws have caused a lot of trouble in many countries throughout history. Legislation that uses vague and… Read More... -
How to Stay Safe Using Free Wi-Fi
It’s hard to believe that until the 2000s, the only way that most people could get online was by hooking… Read More... -
6 Bad Digital Habits and How to Beat Them
Are smartphones and tech gadgets making us rude? You’re not alone if you think so. Many beliee that the rise… Read More... -
Blackphone: The Future of Secure Smartphones?
With stories of spying and security breaches all over the news, it seems like privacy concerns are at the forefront… Read More... -
How To Keep Personal Photos Private
Instant photo sharing is so ubiquitous today, it’s easy to forget that it was alien to us just a few… Read More... -
Your Guide to Deleting Files Forever
Can a file really be deleted forever? What exactly happens when you “delete” a file, and how easy is it… Read More... -
Is Your Favorite Website Spying on You?
You know the rules to protecting your privacy online. You guard your passwords and login information, account numbers, social security… Read More... -
Defending Your Data
It’s easy to take for granted just how easy modern technology makes a lot of our everyday tasks. Before the… Read More... -
How to Establish a BYOD Policy
Ever been frustrated by the ancient technology you’re forced to use at the office? Tech geeks have it especially tough.… Read More... -
What is Doxing?
The World Wide Web has changed a lot over the years, but there’s one immutable thing about it that we… Read More... -
Public Domain: Why the US Is on Hold Until 2019
Ever wonder why birthday parties on TV always feature the song “For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow”? While you might… Read More... -
What Kind of Web Hosting Do I Need, Exactly?
Web sites are now as ubiquitous as business cards, and as the marketplace becomes virtual, a well-developed and engaging online… Read More... -
HTML 5 Cheat Sheets
HTML5 is the latest version of the language that built the web. The fifth revision of HyperText Markup Language (HTML)… Read More... -
Blogging Ideas: 49 Evergreen Content Ideas
What have your favorite blogs got in common? Despite the subject matter, and the quality of content, they’ll almost certainly… Read More... -
How Google’s Design is Dictated by Dollars
After living through the Bronze Age, the the Iron Age, and even an Ice Age or two, humanity has reached… Read More... -
The Outrageous Costs of Data Center Downtime
As the Internet has extended its reach into all aspects of our lives, we’re more dependent on it than ever… Read More... -
50 Things a Geek Should Know
In days of yore, it was easy to spot a geek. We were the ones: who were into computers before… Read More... -
Top 25 (Non-Obvious) Ways RSS Feeds Can Make Your Life Easier
RSS feeds are a great way to stay on top of news and blogs, but that's hardly all they're good for these days. If you're looking for ways to more fully incorporate RSS into your technology repertoire, here are 25 applications, sites and ideas that can help you make the most of RSS. -
Test your Website: A 57-Point Checklist for Maximum Usability
So you've got a website, but do you know whether it's usable or not? -
Microformats University: 100+ Articles and Resources
Microformats are small formatting pieces designed to make your data easier to read by both users and software. Although their use is not widespread, it's important that every web developer becomes familiar with them, as they're sure to be an integral part of the web's future. -
The Privacy Toolbox: 100 Guides and Resources for Keeping Your Personal Information Safe
Today's online culture of banking, blogging, social networking and shopping makes it easier than ever for those with nefarious intentions to steal your personal information. Social Security numbers, credit cards and online passwords are all at risk if you don't keep your personal information secure both online and off. -
69 Techie Uses for Duct Tape
As one of the world's most useful products, pretty much everyone loves duct tape, but techies seem to have a special place in their hearts for the versatile adhesive. From the practical to the slightly silly, here is a list of some of the best techie uses for duct tape. -
How to: Create a Linux Box for Your Mom (50 Resources)
For most computer literate children, a request from mom to get her set up on "this web thing" is met with panic and a feeling of drudgery. Here, we've compiled over 50 of the best resources to help you get your mom on Linux without a whole lot of trouble. -
GreenDev: 50 Environmentally Friendly Apps, Hosts and Resources
As a web developer, you probably assume that your work is pretty environmentally friendly, and for the most part, you're right. But despite all of your paper saving and working at home, your work, specifically your websites, still contributes to rising CO2 levels. -
The Wii Owner’s Toolbox: 100 Cool Things to do With Your System
If you're fortunate enough to have a Wii, you certainly know by now that it's a really fun and flexible system. But no matter what you've done so far, there's a good chance that you've only found the tip of the iceberg. -
100 CSS Galleries You Need to Check Out
Whether you're suffering from designer's block, or just want to see what your competition is up to, design galleries are an excellent tool. Fortunately, there's no shortage of them available, and we've found 100 of the best. -
Top 5 Sub-$300 Laptops Compared
Whether you're looking for a child's laptop, or just want a cheap piece of hardware to play with, the sub-$300 laptop category has a lot to offer. With a field full of open source plaforms and rugged designs, you're sure to find something you'll like. Here we'll take a look at 5 of the best. -
Top 50 Open Source VoIP Apps
For many businesses, open source VoIP programs and apps offer a great way to save thousands of dollars every year in telephony costs. Here are a few of the open source programs and developers out there that have had loads of success as VoIP and open source solutions for it become more and more common in businesses around the world.