Archives for September 24th, 2007

Helpful Tip: How to Buy a Used Computer on eBay

While eBay isn't the best place to buy it's not a bad place to purchase a used computer. There are some risks involved, but in general, the majority of transactions on eBay will be trouble-free if you know what you're doing. Here are a few helpful tips for buying a used computer on eBay that will give you a great eBay experience.

September 24th, 2007
Helpful Tip: How to Buy a Used Computer on eBay

Live Search 2.0 Reminds Me of Google

After being around for barely more than a year Microsoft is on the verge of releasing a pretty big update to their Live Search. As of right now Microsoft is rolling out a Beta version to select testers, and don't be surprised if you see a new look the next time you visit Live Search.

September 24th, 2007
Live Search 2.0 Reminds Me of Google

Sketchcast – Where Bloggers Become Artists

There's a new way to express an idea to your readers, and it's called Sketchcast. It's essentially a YouTube for doodles or sketches, and you can draw with a mouse or a stylus (if your computer supports it).

September 24th, 2007
Sketchcast – Where Bloggers Become Artists

Ad-Supported MySpace Mobile Launches

MySpace is looking to cater to mobile phone users with their new ad-supported mobile version of the social network which launched today at mobile.myspace.com.  It'll be free for users and will work on all U.S. carriers.  MySpace has become such a phenomenon and ranks as one of the most visited sites globally, it makes sense for News Corp. to develop a mobile version.

September 24th, 2007
Ad-Supported MySpace Mobile Launches

Vista Ultimate Extras are Ultimate Disappointment

For Windows Vista Ultimate users, the extras that were promised have turned into the Ultimate Disappointment. A premium price was paid to get these "extras", yet only four have been released so far and the promise that they made to deliver the remaining 20 language packs by the end of Summer was just broken as Fall began yesterday.

September 24th, 2007
Vista Ultimate Extras are Ultimate Disappointment

OLPC Retail Price: $399 (Give 1 Get 1)

The OLPC price talks have subsided, and consumers that want to get their hands on an XO laptop will have to fork out $399 (£200/€225) on the November 12th release date. What was once considered to be the $100 laptop now actually runs $200 to manufacture, and therefore with every retail purchase an XO laptop will also be donated by a campaign known as "Give 1 Get 1."

September 24th, 2007
OLPC Retail Price: $399 (Give 1 Get 1)

The Hunt for Gmail 2.0 Features

It's been over three years since Google opened their doors to their web-based email service called Gmail, which at the time shattered all existing storage limitations. To make Gmail a worldwide service Google has people translate phrases into their native language. Instead of spending money on professional translators they just enlist the help of common users who are fluent in multiple languages.

September 24th, 2007
The Hunt for Gmail 2.0 Features

Daily Downloads: Weather Watcher, GIMP, Mandriva, and More

Welcome to Daily Downloads brought to you by CyberNet! Each weekday we bring you the Windows software updates for widely used programs, and it's safe to assume that all the software we list is freeware (we'll try to note the paid-only programs).

September 24th, 2007
Daily Downloads: Weather Watcher, GIMP, Mandriva, and More

CyberNotes: Facts and Photos of Bill Gates’ House

Microsoft Monday

A few weeks ago for our Microsoft Monday feature, we posted an article titled "Little Known Facts about Bill Gates." While we all know Bill Gates as the King of Microsoft, there were still some things many people didn't know - like his SAT score was 1590 and the top score for the test is 1600.

September 24th, 2007
CyberNotes: Facts and Photos of Bill Gates’ House