Many of the biggest tech platforms, from Amazon to Facebook, follow a similar pattern of transformation, according to a recent essay from the author and internet activist Cory Doctorow. First, he says, these platforms court users with artificially low prices on products or an exciting way to connect with friends. Then, they hook sellers, like …
Former Supreme Court judge Arun Kumar Mishra on Thursday called for stringent legislation to punish “unlawful internet behavior and cybercrimes” as well as to restrict the freedom of expression enjoyed by social media. “Freedom of expression and information as is given to an individual or media—print or television—is the same as is given to social …
Internet safety is not something new; In fact, I stumbled across an article I wrote about the topic in 2002. Surely, the internet has grown since the early days but change is essential or we would still be riding in horse and buggies. Some things do not change, however, children are naturally curious and eager …
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At present, four out of five submarine internet cables that connect Vietnam to the world are experiencing issues, seriously affecting performance and reliability. According to local internet service providers, two lines, Asia-America Gateway (AAG) and Asia Pacific Gateway (APG), are completely offline at the moment, and the Asia Africa Europe 1 (AAE-1) line is seeing …
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Network Buildout is Part of Spectrum’s $5 Billion, Multiyear Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) Investment in Rural Broadband CHARLOTTE, NC — Spectrum today announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to more than 220 homes and small businesses in the Caswell County area. Spectrum’s newly constructed fiber-optic network buildout in Caswell …
The idea of loneliness is often associated with modern dating, especially when it comes to the discourse surrounding extremely popular dating apps like Tinder. It’s no secret that social media has almost irreversibly altered how we interact with other human beings, especially because many of our social interactions have become increasingly virtual. This subject has …
Upcoming vampire shooter redfall It can be played solo, or in teams of up to four other players – but no matter which way you choose to play, you’ll need to have a steady internet connection. In a new redfall FAQ page posted by publisher Bethesda, the need for an always-online connection for all players …
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The three internet of things (IoT) products by Oppo are intended to help users be productive and stick to their New Year’s resolutions. The Oppo Band 2: A Smart Life Assistant Using the Internet of Things The first of Oppo’s three new internet of things products is the Oppo Band 2, a smartwatch featuring an …
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ESSEX, NY (WCAX) – How far would you go for Wi-Fi? For one woman in Essex, New York, the answer is to the top of a mountain. But now she and the community she helps serve with the internet are asking the state for help finding something a little more permanent. “It’s a great aerobic …
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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — “School will go on,” says Margaret Chaney, President of Tucson Education Association. “It went on well before the Internet, and it will go on well after the Internet.” Schools part of TUSD are without Internet after a cyber attack hit the district’s network. “I think its important to note that hackers …
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