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Internet Cleanup Campaign Launched by Google, Twitter, and Facebook

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Malware
Tired of all the malware circulating on the Internet? Who isn’t, really?

As a Windows user for the longest time (as countless other people), I have learned to deal with these things by making sure the security programs are updated regularly and not being stupid by indiscriminately clicking. Having switched to Mac several years ago, I was lulled into a sense of safety. Of course, we all know there is really no such thing.

Today, there are still a huge number of Internet users who fall into the malware trap, no matter what operating system they use. I guess the people behind the biggest names in technology are fed up as well.

Enter Google, Twitter, and Facebook, who have teamed up to help rid the Internet of malware. [Read more…] about Internet Cleanup Campaign Launched by Google, Twitter, and Facebook

Stress @ Work App Gives Early Warning About Negative Messages

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Stress @ Work

Are you the type who gets easily affected by the words and messages you received throughout the day? Whether the message is verbal or written, I totally understand how negative language can make you upset.

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”

That old saying may sound good, but we all know that it’s full of crap. Especially if you have been on the receiving end of hurtful words.

In this era where communication happens largely via text messages, email, Twitter, Facebook, and the like, it is not unimaginable for people to receive a nasty message and be taken by surprise. Now there is an app for people who want to have a preview of the tone of their messages. [Read more…] about Stress @ Work App Gives Early Warning About Negative Messages

Zombiecaplypse-Compatible Bread

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Zombiecalypse-compatible bread
Zombiecalypse-compatible bread

WARNING: If you have a sensitive stomach and are strongly affected visually, then I suggest you take caution as you view this post.

So what’s with the idea of zombiecaplypse-compatible bread? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out that it’s not really all about providing bread that can help you survive in case the zombiecalypse does happen.

One look at that lead pic, and you get the feeling that it’s more about art applied to breadmaking. The kind of art that will make you go into a zombiecalypse frenzy, or throw up your breakfast. [Read more…] about Zombiecaplypse-Compatible Bread

How About a Flying Hovercraft For Your First Car?

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The Flying Hovercraft

Every teenager dreams of having his first car. Unless your dad is a millionaire, though, you’ll probably end up with a ride that is not exactly the car of your dreams. I wouldn’t be surprised if a lot of you guys can attest to that.

But let’s just say that you have cash to spare, and you really want your first car to stand out. How about a flying hovercraft? [Read more…] about How About a Flying Hovercraft For Your First Car?

The Science of Star Trek

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Star Trek Science
I can be more stubborn than an mule when I want to be, and I suppose that many of you will be the same when it comes to Star Trek (or replace that with your series/book/movie of choice).

The science of Star Trek, when conceptualized, was clearly science fiction, but who is to say that that science cannot become reality? Certainly, the great minds of our time have worked hard to make huge strides in advancing science, and there ought to be some aspects in the science of Star Trek that have come true (or will come true in the near future). [Read more…] about The Science of Star Trek