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General Apr 29, 2009 1 min read

Newsgroup Spotlight: Government and Regional Newsgroups

With recent announcements, summits, conferences and happenings, governments all over the world have been collaborating the media spotlight more than ever. Following stories on world government affairs can be daunting,...

General Apr 27, 2009 2 min read

Samsung and Netbook Maker Announce Android Devices

Two Android powered devices have recently been announced, growing the exposure and the adoption of the Google OS. The open source operating system is being displayed in new phones and netbooks. The Android OS currently...

General Apr 22, 2009 1 min read

Newsgroup Spotlight: Radio Hobbyists Newsgoups

For as long as Usenet has been around and specialized newsgroups came to form on practically every subject, so did hobbyists. One large group that started to form were amateur and professional radio enthusiasts. Radio...

General Apr 17, 2009 2 min read

Time Warner Backs Out Of Download Limits

Time Warner's new CEO, Glenn Britt, issued a statement yesterday saying the company had shelved the pricing trials in Rochester, N.Y.; Austin and San Antonio, Texas; and Greensboro, N.C. Those trials, which started only...

General Apr 15, 2009 1 min read

Newsgroup Spotlight: Golf Newsgroups

Besides Web sites, there are other areas of interest for golf lovers. Usenet newsgroups are a popular source for interactive bulletin boards designed for discussion and dispute. The rec.sport.golf newsgroup is one of...

Entertainment Apr 10, 2009 3 min read

TimeWarner Cable New Bandwith Limits and Usage Plans

Time Warner Cable unveiled a new pricing structure for broadband Internet access to quell customer criticism questioning the service provider's plans to cap bandwidth usage. In a statement released to the media on...

General Apr 08, 2009 3 min read

Newsgroup Spotlight: Job and Resume Newsgroups

Job-hunting is rarely fun. No matter what kind of job you're looking for or what method you're using to find it, searching for employment is often just, well—work! That's why it's imperative that job-seekers keep an...

General Apr 06, 2009 2 min read

E7 Hi-Tech Police Car Expected

Carbon Motors is hitting the road with its next generation law enforcement vehicle to meet with state and federal government officials and promote its E7 police car. The new high-tech cop car prototype is a welcome...

Entertainment Apr 01, 2009 2 min read

Newsgroup Spotlight: April Fools and Humor Newsgroups

Jokes and pranks are everywhere today celebrating April Fools’ Day, traditionally celebrated on April 1. Whether you are the prankster or the gullible one who falls for a gag, you are sure to be one of millions who are...

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