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11/21/2009


Google adds Gizmo5 to the fold
Google has purchased Gizmo5. Gizmo5 lets users place calls over the Internet. Google hasn't said how it plans to integrate the service. But one thing is clear: Google is challenging eBay's popular Skype service. Skype lets you make free PC-to-PC calls. Get it now!

Facebook advertisers target fans' contacts
Facebook is changing the way brands can advertise on the site. Advertisers can target their brands' fans' contacts. Users will see which of their contacts are fans of a particular brand. You may have heard that Facebook can use your photos in ads. Get the lowdown on my site.

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Study: Video games provide bona fide workouts
Playing active video games may provide the benefits of a moderate workout. The games can help prevent obesity, heart disease and diabetes. The study was funded by Nintendo, which produces fitness games for the Wii. I have some great video games to get your kids up and moving. They work on a variety of consoles and computers.

When will virtual wallets take off?
Attempts to replace cash and credit cards with virtual wallets have failed. But that may change. PayPal and other companies are exploring new ways to pay electronically. PayPal is an easy way to transfer money online. Learn how to use it to raise donations for your cause.

Less than half of Americans would pay for online news
In a poll, 48 percent of Americans would pay for online news. And they would only pay $3 per month on average. Those most likely to pay for online news are newspaper subscribers. Have you ever wished the news was more social? It is on my Cool Site for news junkies!

Jailbreakers stay a step ahead of Apple
Apple says it is in a cat-and-mouse game with iPhone hackers. It regularly issues updates that thwart jailbroken phones. But hackers quickly release tools to overcome the restrictions Apple makes. Parents, find out if your child’s jailbroken phone is hiding porn.

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