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Entries from August 2008

Can’t find it? Craig’s List!

July 16th, 2006 · 1 Comment

In a nutshell, Craig’s list is classified ads. Upon closer inspection however, its much more than that. Immediately, the website will redirect you to the instance of Craig’s list for your region. This way, the ads will be targetted to where you live and you can find things that are closer to [...]

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Tags: Internet

Microsoft Branded iPod

July 16th, 2006 · No Comments

What if Apple were purchased by Microsoft?  What if the iPod suddenly became a Microsoft product?  What would the clean monochromatic iPod box look like?
The two technology giants definitely have different philosophies when it comes to product marketing.  This video on youtube offers an interesting glimpse into what might have been…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pXL5_RvGrs&search=microsoft%20ipod

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Tags: Miscellany · Tech News

Charity begins at “Start”

July 3rd, 2006 · No Comments

This past week, Fortune magazine ran a story on Warren Buffet’s recent decision to give away 85% of his net worth.  The vast majority (83%) of this donation will be given to the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation to assist with their continuing work fighting HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis worldwide.
The donation itself is tied to [...]

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Tags: Miscellany · News

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