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  • The Grandparent’s Guide to the Internet [Infographic]

    The Grandparent’s Guide to the Internet [Infographic]

    If you have grown-up children and they have made you proud grandparents, you will probably have noticed just how adept their kids are at using the internet and their tablet or smartphone, with many preschooler’s knowing their way around an iPad with amazing skill and dexterity.

    Being a grandparent is great fun of course, but it also means that you are trying to catch up with the digital age and all that it has to offer.

    Smartphones and iPad’s were not words that had been invented and neither had the internet for that matter, which means that you might just find everything associated with the internet and how to use it, a bit daunting.

    The Grandparent’s Guide to the Internet is designed to get you up to speed and give you the confidence to explore what the web has to offer and how to harness its ability to make some of your daily tasks easier and more efficient.

    The guide takes you through step-by-step, from explaining why you need a web browser, what a window is and how to navigate around a page, to sending emails, uploading or downloading pictures and videos, right through to how to get to grips with social media.

    If you want to share your experiences and spend time catching up with what your grandchildren are doing and what they have been doing, the best way to do this these days is to learn how to use Facebook or Skype, so that you can communicate with your family and others in the only way that that really know how to these days.

    The Grandparent's Guide to the Internet

  • Did You Know…eBay Facts and Strange Sales [Infographic]

    Did You Know…eBay Facts and Strange Sales [Infographic]

    Did you know that there are many weird and wonderful listings on eBay? Of course you did! Who doesn’t waste time looking for weird items on there? As long as you don’t make a purchase all is good!

    Here is some technical information for data enthusiasts (nerds) about eBay. Did you know that eBay has 10 petabytes of data stored in their Hadoop and Teradata clusters? For the ordinary folk who doesn’t know what a Hadoop is, it is primarily used by engineers who use data to build products. And, Teradata is primarily used by eBay’s finance team to understand eBay’s business!

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  • The Mobile Workstyle [Infographic]

    The Mobile Workstyle [Infographic]

    The infographic displayed below explains how mobile devices are changing the way we work. A variety of new devices and services are empowering the mobile worker to work, where, when and how he or she chooses to work.

    According to a Cisco study on the international workplace, the mobile work force is now business as usual for enterprises around the world. About 3 out of 5 workers say that they don’t need to be in the office to be more productive, so that is a very good sign. The usage of mobile is increasing on a daily basis now, with 32 percent of employees globally now relying on more than one mobile device during the typical workday. So, mobiles have really changed the way we work, and in the coming days, mobile devices will have more impact on our lives.

    According to a survey by Unisys and IDC, many IT departments are providing workers with mobile devices for work, but many workers have reported that they have supplied their own devices. About 87 percent of IT managers say companies provide workers with mobile phones and cover costs, but more than half of employees with iPhones, Android phones, and iPads reported that they purchased the devices themselves.

    The Rise Of Mobile Email

    Mobile email is booming, enabling the growth of the mobile workforce. According to comscore about 78 percent of the people who have smartphones use their mobile phones to send emails. These stats are increasing on daily basis, which points to tablets and smartphones becoming the main form of email communication in the future.

    Inforgraphic - The Mobile Workstyle

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  • Sustainable Technology [Infographic]

    Sustainable Technology [Infographic]

    The progression of technology seems to have been swift in recent years. Smart phone technology and tablets provide us with everything we could ever want or need in our business and social lives. Technology allows us to do more within the day, and more easily. It is for this reason why most of us strive to own the latest technology, whether it is the latest model of the iPhone or iPad or the latest 3D television the market has to offer.

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  • Social Media Security Basics [Infographic]

    Social Media Security Basics [Infographic]

    We’re all pretty attached to our favorite social networking sites. Social media extends beyond merely connecting with old friends; companies everywhere are embracing the social sphere as a valuable marketing tool.

    But with all that time spent on online socialization, what are the impacts on security? Viruses, malware and scams are running rampid on the Web, targeting social media users more than ever before making understanding social media security very important. Even well-known celebrities and organizations have had their accounts hacked, such as Dalai Lama – yes, the Dalai Lama – Lance Armstrong and even Fox News.

    One of the best features of social networking is its viral nature, especially for organizations who are trying to spread word about their products and services. But this same viral nature is the fuel that spreads malware and other corrupt files across thousands of users.

    In fact, social sites are now the primary channels for malware. We’ve put together an infographic covering the security risks of social networking with tips on protecting yourself. Check it out below.

    Infographic - Social Media Security Basics

    This infographic was developed by Veracode, providers of the world’s leading Application Risk Management Platform.

  • A Look at the Characteristics of Smartphone Users [Infographic]

    A Look at the Characteristics of Smartphone Users [Infographic]

    The infographic is about the different users of smartphones and the high demands for iPhones. There are 65% of consumers who said that they cannot live without their iPhones.

    This only shows how it captures most of the users through its competitive features and applications available for download. Top downloads include games, weather, social networking, maps and music.

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  • Understanding the Difference Between Geeks and Nerds [Infographic]

    Understanding the Difference Between Geeks and Nerds [Infographic]

    Geeks and nerds are two different types of individuals, though the words are sometimes used as a synonym for the other. While many become confused about the differences, both groups have unique traits that relate to their attitudes and actions. Understanding the differences will prevent accidentally insulting others with the inappropriate word.

    As a general rule, geeks are the group that is hip and understands the trends in society. While the individual might not follow fashion, he or she is likely to have the latest popular innovations in technology and understands popular culture.

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  • Planet of the Apps [Infographic]

    Planet of the Apps [Infographic]

    These days people like to have access to a whole world of information at the push of a button. Many of us would feel lost without the comfort of knowing they can turn on their phone or tablet and find somewhere on a map, go shopping, or browse through an online encyclopaedia.

    The mobile app has experienced an explosion of popularity over the last 4 years and all the signs suggest that their popularity will continue to grow. At first it was Apple who led the way in the design and innovation but recently Android have really prioritized the development of apps and now looking to be closing the gap.

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