How to archive Facebook chat history
In the age of controversy over privacy and online identity, it can sometimes be hard for people to remember they still own the personal data that’s sent…
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Tackling air pollution and green energy together
Finding a solution for both cleaning up polluted air and generating clean energy is one of the world’s top priorities and seldom do scientists attempt to…
Mobile wallets struggling through evolution
It seems like only yesterday that people first started to make online purchases, but according to Techcrunch, that phenomenon started way back in 1994…
Scanners gauge body changes
For decades health-conscious individuals have had only the basic bathroom scale to help them navigate their journey towards weight loss and overall…
Small business confidence continues at all-time high
Small business owners continue to be very optimistic about future economic growth, according to a recent industry survey. The National Federation of…
Controlling travel costs
As the owner of a small business, there may be times you, or your staff, will have to travel. Naturally, the costs of your travels will be high on your…
Presentation tips to land a new client
Landing that new account or client can bring feelings of elation. It’s likely that to land a client you’ll have to make a great presentation. Here are…
Moore’s Law less applicable
Moore’s Law of computing is a rule of thumb that says that the number of transistors in a processor will double every two years due to advancements in…
Internet speed required for streaming video
According to Make Tech Easier, here are the internet speeds necessary to stream content from Netflix: * 3.0 Megabits per second — Recommended for…
Water-proof coatings
You have seen the pictures of water-proof coatings that can make a cellphone impervious to a swimming pool. Or make fluids run off a shirt. The drawback…