Laptops were called “microcomputers”, and were the size of a small house.
Remember when this was the latest technology? Computer technology has certainly come a long way in only a few decades. Tech that was once cutting-edge is just plain funny now. Take a trip back in time and enjoy the computers of days long ago. (Pics)
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This picture of the Sun was taken by Alan Friedman who used a filter that lets through only a very narrow wavelength of light emitted by hydrogen, so this tracks the activity of gas on the solar surface.
He also inverts the image of the solar disk to increase contrast. Somehow this adds a three-dimensional quality to the picture, and reveals an amazing amount of texture.
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While many small businesses have started using Twitter in their marketing, finding the time to do it right can be a struggle. According to recent research by R2integrated, the number-one barrier to entry into social media for businesses is lack of time and resources.
Here are seven Twitter tricks from the pros that allow you to spend less time on the mechanics and more time engaging…
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It’s really convenient to have your own WiFi network which connects all WiFi-enabled gadgets. Routers are very cheap, as well as high speed broadband network access, thus a modern city is usually filled with hundreds of networks – of various signal strengths and various ranges. Three Scandinavian guys came out with an idea to visualize that contemporary phenomenon…
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Alfred Hitchcock
Happy Alfred Hitchcock Day! In honor of the great filmmaker, here are five things you may not know about the legendary director, courtesy of Stephen Rebello, the author of Alfred Hitchcock and the Making of Psycho…
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Forbes presents an interactive county map of the United States that shows where people are moving. Just click on a county to view where new arrivals came from or people are going to. You can also select from nine major metropolitan areas…
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As with most politicians, breathing fire creates a good sideshow
“Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes.” – – Jack Handey
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J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. is mulling a $100 cap to help combat new rules.
Banks discussing limiting caps on debit-card transaction sizes may have a standard bearer in J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., which is mulling a $100 cap to help combat new rules.
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Body shape has no affect on health as once believed.
Being an ‘apple’ shape is no less healthy than being a ‘pear’, according to a new study that turns the long-held belief on its head. Doctors have long thought that people with an ‘apple’ figure – a tendency to store fat around the belly rather than the hips – were at a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
People who own and walk their dogs regularly are 34 per cent more likely to hit exercise targets.
Man’s best friend may be more than just a faithful companion. A new study has revealed dog owners are more likely to reach recommended fitness levels than people without a pet.
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Melanie Romero with Karen Porte, inventor of TuGo
I thoroughly enjoyed this experience and hope to participate again next year. For the first time in my life I was the Judge rather than the one being “judged”! It was fun to see all of the different inventions and business ideas, and to talk with each participant about where they are in their process. You can see me here with a great product called “TuGo” that helps hold beverages in the handles of your rolling luggage. Pretty cool and very easy!
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It’s no joke: The United States’ first-ever laughing championship takes place Saturday in San Luis Obispo, Calif., and a few dozen gigglers, guffawers and chortlers will yuck it up in hopes of winning the coveted title of “California’s Best Laugher.”
We’re serious: It’s a laughing contest and the contestants will compete in events such as “Best Diabolical Laugh” and “Most Contagious Laugh” and face off in “Laughter Duels” to see who can make the other person crack up most.
And while just mentioning the contest is enough to make some skeptics start rolling on the floor in ridicule, it’s part of a serious effort by Albert Nerenberg to raise awareness of the power of laughter…
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By delving into the futuring techniques of Futurist Thomas Frey, you’ll embark on an enlightening journey.
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