It seems Microsoft wants to start a campaign with the phrase "Right from the Start" from the One Microsoft strategy. It focuses on Skype, SkyDrive, Xbox Music, and other Microsoft products that are included in Windows 8.1 by default. I think the expression is funny because Windows 8 clearly isn't "right from the start" if they are releasing an update to correct some of the … [Read more...]
Back-to-school brings concerns of cyber-bullying and cheating
With kids back in school, there are a number of concerns that parents deal with: Will their child do well this year? Will they make friends? Are they safe? When it comes to technology, there are two other issues that parents should be aware of: cyber-bullying and cheating. There have been a number of high-profile suicides following brutal cyber-bullying. As the adult, … [Read more...]
Put down the darn phone
Don't let your social interactions suffer as a result of technology. The old jingle used to say using your phone you could reach out and touch someone. Now, don't let the amazing marvels that the smartphone enable cause your relationships to become second fiddle. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OINa46HeWg8 I don't mean to come off as preaching. I'm sure I have my … [Read more...]
Microsoft by the Numbers in Live Tile format
Microsoft created an infographic using the Live Tile format from Windows 8 and Windows Phone. Each cell talks about Microsoft and its various products like Windows, Xbox, Skype, Outlook, Office, and others. It covers the number of customers for a product, the amount of downloads, and so on. It's interesting to see and learn about Microsoft in this interactive fashion. You can … [Read more...]
Cisco talks security by the numbers
The 2013 Cisco Annual Security Report delves into the security issues in our mobile and wired environment. From policies to exploits and targeted threats, this infographic covers the spectrum for the security environment. Cisco sets the context up and then lets you know what their Cisco Security Intelligence Operations can do for customers. (Credit: Cisco) … [Read more...]