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Internet Terminology: Texting and Text Abbreviations

Using the Web doesn't require a Ph.D. If you just learn a few key terms and concepts, you can get started as a confident beginner. About.com eases you into online culture with 30 essential internet terms here...

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Valentine's E-cards: Send Your Affection for Free

Tuesday February 14, 2012

It doesn't take much time to put together a good Valentine's e-card. What's even better: these deliver instantly, and the price is perfect. Here are the best e-card Valentine services for 2012...


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The Best Alternatives to MegaUpload.com

Monday February 13, 2012

Since the US government shut down the cyberlocker service, MegaUpload.com, internet users everywhere have been scrambling to find a place to store their large files online. Whether you are a full-out music pirate who distributes copyrighted material, or a regular user who just wants to distribute legal materials to friends and family, you'll want to see try these cyberlocker websites for yourself: here are the Best Alternatives to MegaUpload.com cyberlocker storage...

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Meme of the Week: The Evolution of Dance, by Judson Laipply

Sunday February 12, 2012

This dance skit by Judson Laipply is easily one of the most viral YouTube video memes of all time. In just 6 short minutes, Judson manages to parody dozens of major dance styles of the 20th and 21st centuries. You're guaranteed to recognize at least some of the moves in this hilarious video. There is also a sequel video with even more dance moves. More on this and other hit memes here...

What Is 'NSFW'?

Sunday February 12, 2012

NSFW is a warning added to an email subject line. If you are at the office, pay note to this warning as it will  save you embarrassment.  Sexual pictures, explicit videos, inappropriate content:  the NSFW warning works like this...

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