June 2008

Friday TechTip for June 27, 2008: Skype!

Posted by techtips on June 27, 2008 in Local Client, Web Service, TechTips

Today I want to pass along an important upgrade to an oldie but a goodie: Skype. A few years ago Skype was on the cutting edge computer-to-computer voice and video chat. What really set them apart was the ability to purchase credits and use Skype as a voip service allowing you to make calls from […]

Friday TechTip for June 20, 2008: Animoto!

Posted by techtips on June 20, 2008 in Web Service, TechTips

Today’s tip is a little late as I had to get access to some photos of my kids in order to demonstrate today’s site: Animoto. Animoto is a new service that lets you upload photos, pick a soundtrack (or upload your own), and Animoto will automatically build a slide show for you. There are A […]

Friday TechTip for June 13, 2008: Webware!

Posted by techtips on June 13, 2008 in TechTips

Last week I provided a very brief introduction to what Web 2.0 is all about (using the web as a service, sharing content, distributing content using RSS, etc., etc., etc.). This week I want to direct you to a site that covers all things Web 2.0 and actually awards sites based on functionality and voting […]

Friday TechTip for June 6, 2008: Web 2.0

Posted by techtips on June 6, 2008 in Web Service, TechTips

Good Friday afternoon everyone! After a short tech-tip hiatus due to vacation, I’m back and ready to continue our ongoing discussion.
After reviewing the feedback I received both from the survey I distributed and personal comments, it appears there is a need to delve a little deeper in the meaning of Web 2.0. It’s certainly […]