Update: AT&T Will Spend $2 Billion to Improve Wireless Network Yesterday, Apple unveiled it’s new iPad and discussed the future of portability. It was suggested that the event would also lay to rest–one way or another–the rumors that Apple is ending it’s exclusive deal with AT&T. Unfortunately, those rumors were neither confirmed nor denied and [...]
Apple and AT&T Exclusivity: Will You Switch if You Have the Choice?
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Blogging Basics 101 on Tumblr
In addition to the weekly Helpful Blogging Links feature, Blogging Basics 101 now has a Tumblr account (http://bloggingbasics101.tumblr.com) where Melanie shares links to the articles she’s reading each day. Many links include Melanie’s thoughts on the issue and invite discussion.
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Year In Review: The Best of 2009′s Technology Trends and Downloads
Growing up, I *loved* the end-of-year wrap-ups on various news shows. I enjoyed looking back at everything that happened with the benefit of 20/20 hindsight. Of course, now, I rarely turn on the television and I find most of my news and recaps via the Web — including my end-of-year recaps. I’ve seen so many [...]
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Microblogging Tool: TypePad Micro
BlogHer.com did a short series on mini-blogging and some of the popular tools for joining in the party. This article is part of that series. So far in our overview of microblogging tools I’ve introduced you to Tumblr and Denise admitted her addiction to Posterous. Those two tools are the most popular options going, but [...]
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How to set up a Google Alert (and why it’s a good idea)
Google Alerts is one of the most versatile online tools. It allows you to listen to conversations you may not be aware of. Conversations that involve you or your brand (and maybe even your competitors). As you manage your online presence, it’s important to listen to what people are saying and how they are saying [...]
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Facebook Video Feature: Create or Upload Video to Your Community
Facebook is a great way to share information with your community. Most of us use it regularly to provide quick updates about what we’re doing, where we’re going, or a news story that interests us. Most of us also regularly upload pictures to share with our communities. You know what I’ve noticed, though? Not many [...]
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Attending a Blog Conference: Tips & Advice
I’m attending Blog World & New Media Expo again this week. Attending any sort of conference is hard for an introvert like me, but attending a large non-female-centric conference (e.g., Blissdom or BlogHer) with the rock stars of blogging can intimidate me right into the fetal position. I’m here to tell you that attending a [...]
Helpful Blogging Links: October 9, 2009
[How To] Check the Validity of Your Links for Free via Technofriends 8 Excellent Tools for Optimizing Your Images via SixRevisions How to Build a Successful Email Newsletter via ProBlogger HOW TO: Take Advantage of FriendFeed’s Unique Features via Mashable The Importance of Following Directions When Applying for a Blogging Job via Blog World Expo [...]
Understanding the New FTC Guidelines: Your Questions Answered
If you’re blogging professionally or even semi-seriously you’ve likely heard about the new FTC guidelines regarding bloggers and how we disclose any relationships with companies who have paid us to endorse or review products. As is usually the case when something changes, rumors and misinformation are swirling. This article seeks to give you a basic [...]
What is HARO and How Does It Work?
Finding sources for a news article is hard when you don’t know where to look or if you don’t have contacts within an industry. It’s also hard to contribute your knowledge on a given subject when you don’t know who needs your help. Enter HARO, which stands for Help A Reporter Out and is a [...]
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