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Social Resume Infographic

Social Resume

Social Resume

Finding a job is not as easy as we would like it to be, what with the huge number of people looking to make a living, and the economy not doing as well as everyone would want it to. The competition is tough, to say the least, and every job seeker – new graduate and experienced alike – has to make sure he has an edge over other job seekers.

And when it comes to finding a job, there usually is no way around it – a resume is needed. But gone are the days when the traditional resume is enough to catch the attention of employers and head hunters. That is not to say that traditional resumes are not being used. They are.

There is, however, the fact that there are more resources which job seekers can utilize to catch the eye of potential employers. Enter the social resume. [Read more…]

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Can Tablets Take the Place of Teachers?

can tablets take the place of teachers
Millions and millions of tablets were sold in 2012, a testament to the ever increasing popularity of the device. Whether you prefer Apple’s iPad, Samsung’s Galaxy tablets, Google’s Nexus tablets, or some other brand’s tablets, you are part of the immense group that uses tablets on a daily basis.

It does not take a rocket scientist to see why tablets have become so widespread. They’re convenient. You can do practically everything on it. The prices are becoming more and more competitive.

One worthwhile application of tablets is in the realm of education. While hardly anyone will dispute the usefulness of tablets in this setting, the question “Can tablets take the place of teachers?” is a totally different matter. [Read more…]

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Death By Computer – And How to Avoid It!

Is Your Computer Killing You

Death by Computer

We’re all dying every second. There’s nothing we can do to stop that, but that does not mean we have to hasten the process, does it?

There are many things we can do to live a (somehow) healthy life, and spending too much time in front of the computer just might not be one of them. That is not to say that the computer does not help us in so many ways. For those who work online, it is a lifeline of sorts. However, as with most things in life, we can say that moderation is the key.

Here’s a fun infographic focusing on how your computer just might be killing you. Needless to say, it applies depending on the amount of time you spend in front of your device. [Read more…]

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Data on Data [Star Trek Alert!]

Data on Data
What was the first storage device you ever used? I guess the most accurate answer for me would be the 5 1/4 floppy disk. If you’re really young, you probably have no idea what I’m talking about, but Google it. It will do you some good.

Anyhow, data storage has always been a big thing, even when the Internet was totally different from how he know it today. From the punch cards and magnetic tapes of the old days, we now have USB sticks of all shapes and sizes, not to mention cloud storage.

And of course, what more humorous way to take a look at all these types of data storage than to inject a little bit of Star Trek into the scenario?

Enter Data on Data.
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Smartest People: Just How Smart Is Smart?

10 Smartest People Alive Today
Forrest Gump’s mom is known for one of the smartest quotes ever: “Stupid is as stupid does.”

The label I used may be arguable, but there is some truth to that saying, isn’t there? After all, how many “smart” people do you know who don’t seem to get their act together? And how many “stupid” people do you know who are well-loved by everyone who knows them?

Still, those who’ve got the smarts deserve admiration and respect – recognition at the very least. The guys at Super Scholar threw some ideas, numbers, and facts together to come up with the 10 smartest people alive today. For sure, you can rattle off a couple of names off the top of your head, but why not check the infographic out to see if you have the same people? [Read more…]