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This article brings forth the need for online education and the difficulty in making sure that universities have a cost effective program.

This web site shows some of the skills and requirements needed for online learning.

Since Facebook is used by nearly everyone in our class, you should read this article which explains why not to be on Facebook. There are many interesting points in here!

Con artists are using Facebook to spread a virus. Be careful!

Front page of WSJ today addresses valuations of the social networks and offerings to buy Twitter. The article questions the valuations of these companies. I thought it might be of special interest to those of us majoring in business/accounting/finance.

Interesting read and statistical analysis of how race factors into internet usage and e-commerce businesses.

This is a recent article I found that relate's to this weeks topic of social networking. The article discusses the uses of social networking for older generations, and provides many statistics, some of which come from the Pew Project we study. As the article shows, older generations use social networking for many of the same uses as teens and young adults. The article may be help you think of questions related to this week's discussions. Here's a little excerpt to help you get an idea of what the article is about: "Whether it's congressmen Twittering during presidential speeches, parents connecting with high school flames on Facebook or empty-nesters planning group outings on grown-up sites such as Eons.com, Baby Boomers are speeding up the Web's ongoing metamorphosis from limitless void to global watering hole. Social networking is fast becoming a staple for a growing number of adults as Web use surges. One-third of adult Internet users have a profile on a social networking site, up from 8% in 2005, according to the Pew Internet & American Life Project. And though adults share some teen habits - checking in with friends, planning get-togethers - they differ from the younger set in their desire to use the medium to meet new friends from across the country." Enjoy!

It is amazing how far phone services have come. The fact that you can download from 5 Mbps to 12 Mbps over you phone. That is faster than many high speed internet providers

Quick table that gives insight on speeds capabilities depending on what technology is used as the internet backbone

"Why Social Networking? Through social networking , people can use networks of online friends and group memberships to keep in touch with current friends, reconnect with old friends or create real-life friendships through similar interests or groups. Besides establishing important social relationships, social networking members can share their interests with other like-minded members by joining groups and forums. Some networking can also help members find a job or establish business contacts. Most social networking websites also offer additional features. In addition to blogs and forums, members can express themselves by designing their profile page to reflect their personality. The most popular extra features include music and video sections. Members can read bios of their favorite music artists from the artist's profile page as well as listen to their favorite songs and watch music videos. The video section can include everything from member-generated videos from hundreds of subjects to TV clips and movie trailers."

The online article explains some of the features of Social Networking Websites. I try not to post important information on Social Networking Websites. -Yvonne Garth

The online article explains some of the features of Social Networking Websites. I try not to post important information on Social Networking Websites. -Yvonne Garth

As we move into discussions of social networks, I wanted to share with the group the Socialnomics link, by Eric Qualman. He has come out with a couple of brilliant videos which profess the impact of social networks in our world. Be sure to check out the Socialnomics 2010 video!

This article shows just how far behind the United States is in boradband quality compared to countries such as Japan and South Korea.

Article about disadvantages of not having braodband, andmaking it more accessible and affordable

This is an interview between and ABC and Aaron Smith, a research analyst for PEW, regarding PEW report's findings on how people use the internet as a distraction from the recession.

Very interesting article about how the Egyptian Government pulled the plug. Also talks about legislation in the US Congress that would give the President authority to pull the plug on us.

Good article about open educational resources

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