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In an online world of millions of people, there are bad guys and dishonest individuals. They can deceive you just by knowing a little more technology than you. So how do you defend against Internet bad guys? About.com explains here...

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What Is 'NWOT'? What Other Basic eBay Jargon Should I Know?

Friday July 30, 2010

As you perhaps know, eBay is a part of daily internet life. Every 24 hours, eBay transacts over $70 million dollars in goods for 220 million registered users. Most everything trades hands through this online flea market -- digital cameras, car parts, collectible toys, vinyl records, electronics and more. If you happen to be confused by fundamental expressions like "New With Tags" or "New Without Tags", then read the eBay Beginner's Handbook here, and we'll help you with your first eBay steps.

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How Fast Is 4G Wireless Internet?

Wednesday July 28, 2010

While 4G wireless internet is not available everywhere yet, it is a very strong choice for traveling and mobile users. Based on cell phone tower signals, 4G service providers can give you from 1 to 50 megabits-per-second download speeds. About.com tells us more about 4G and other internet broadband choices here...

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What Is 'Jumping the Shark'? What Does This Expression Mean?

Wednesday July 28, 2010

In an online discussion forum, you see the odd phrase "This health care bill debate has jumped the shark. I'm outta here!" You have seen this expression in an email as well. But what exactly does it mean to 'jump the shark'? Well, friends, 'jumping the shark' and its sister expression 'nuking the fridge' are both negative colloquialisms. About.com explains the shark jumping expression here...
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The Best Internet Radio Stations, 2010

Wednesday July 28, 2010

If you have highspeed Internet, and can afford the bandwidth, then you definitely want to try streaming Internet radio. Unlike the boring local stations you might be used used to, Internet radio offers thousands of more music choices. You will hear other languages from other countries and discover artists you didn't know existed. And perhaps best of all: many of these stations have minimal to no verbal advertising. Here they are: The Best Internet Radio Stations of 2010...

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