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Modern SocietyA Shakespearean sonnet.
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Music and 21st Century Culture on the DeclineIt is often said the music that is popular in a given cultural helps define the current society. This article examines todays popular music scene and it's role in early 21st century culture in the United States. -
Intelligent Musicians of Modern MusicMany have written on the possible correlation of intelligence to musical ability. This article will list some musicians that have an above average intelligence that is equal to their musical mastery. -
Best Geiger Counters for Radiation DetectionThe following Geiger counters and web links will help with a decision to purchase a Geiger counter. There are many on the market but the best known ones are presented. -
5 Best Car Alarm Systems Money Can BuyThe best car alarm systems use the latest technology and can achieve outstanding results. The older systems that do nothing but trigger a loud audible alarm are ancient devices that are mostly ignored. -
Rebecca Black Gives Black Friday a New MeaningRebecca Black, another should-never-be product of the Ark Music Factory exploded on Tweeter with almost six million hits on her recently released YouTube video " Friday".
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Top 5 Smartphone Charging Stations and DocksThis article will look at some top universal charging stations and docks that will work with all smartphones. In addition, Apple iPhone and Motorola Droid X users will be introduced to a better dock charging option. -
New Stretchable Solar Cells Find Many ApplicationsA newly discovered stretchable solar cells solves many technological problems. Numerous applications are on the horizon as the future moves into the present. -
Blues Societies and Clubs in North CarolinaNorth Carolina is considered one of the great areas with a concentration of the blues. Piedmont Blues practically originated in NC and other blues forms are alive and well around the state. -
Best Metal Detectors for Finding GoldGold is an allusive substance that can be hard to find. The best metal detectors will detect gold if it is there. This is a list of the top metal detectors for finding the most gold. -
The Blue Sky Boys: Bill and Earl BolickBill and Earl Bolick started their recording careers in 1936 and set themselves apart not only by their name, The Blue Sky Boys, but by their unique musical style. -
Top 5 Mac Antivirus Software Programs for FreeSince the usefulness of adding an antivirus software program to a Mac is unclear, installing a free Mac anti-virus version can't hurt. Here is a list of 5 of the top Mac anti-virus software programs available for free. -
Illegal Electronic Devices and SchematicsElectronic devices can be considered illegal for a variety of reasons. Some electronic devices may be illegal because of the age of the person using them. Other electronic devices are illegal in certain countries or states but not others. Read on to learn more. -
Hard to Find Surplus Electronic Parts & ComponentsThis article will help the electronic hobbyist locate some of those hard to find parts needed to complete their electronic projects. Many electronic parts are getting harder to find. -
Grand Funk Railroad: All the Girls in the World Beware 1975 Concert TourIt was 36 years ago, February 2, 1975. A light wind and drizzling rain chilled the evening air. Hundreds of excited people flooded the doors of the Charlotte Coliseum to see Grand Funk Railroad perform. -
Social Networks and Media Makes Us Less SocialHuman interaction and communication are mostly digital information that may or may not be true since anyone can make it look anyway they wish. They can lie and stretch the truth more easily when they are not talking to you eye to eye. -
Tal Wilkenfeld Bass Guitar Prodigy: The Next Jaco Pastorius?Tal Wilkenfeld is rapidly moving ahead of the bass playing pack. This 24 year old bass guitar prodigy has already done more than most bass players could do in a lifetime. -
For Older Americans, 'Over-Qualified' Label StingsI have learned many new lessons being unemployed and fifty-five years old.
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Build Your Own Metal Detector Projects & CircuitsElectronic hobbyists usually get around to building their own metal detector. Metal detector circuits and the corresponding schematics can be very simple to quite complex.
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10 Apps that Apple iPad Business Users Must HaveMany iPad owners usually end up agreeing that the Apple iPad is a very limited device. The iPad is sort of like a Jack of all trades but a master of none. With the right apps the iPad can be turned into a highly capable business device.
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Top 5 Photo Sharing Services that Photographers TrustThere are quite a few photo sharing services to chose from. Choosing a photo sharing service can be quite a chore considering the many options available.
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Five of the best HDTVs for watching footballHDTVs are a true godsend to sports fans. Watching a football game on one of the new HDTVs is almost better than being at the actual game. Fast action sports, such as football, require an HDTV with fast refresh, high resolution and a large screen size.
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Preview of the New Sony NGP Game ConsoleSony Playstation 3 quality graphics in a package that Sony calls "a super oval design". Sony's NGP is the Unreal Engine 3 running on it's mulit-core GPU giving gamers the true power of the Playstation 3 in a small, comfortable gaming station.
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7 Top Electronic Sites for the HobbyistElectronics was a hobby of mine long before I obtained my degree in Electronics Engineering. This is a list of 7 sites I feel will be useful to the budding electronics enthusiast to the more advance hobbyist.
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8 Best Slow Dance Songs for Rock Bands to Play in BarsRock bands that play in bars are expected to play some slow songs in between the faster numbers. This is a list of 8 of the best slow dance songs for rock bands to play in bars.
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10 Technologies Being Used to Invade Our PrivacyThis article will examine how tech devices are penetrating our privacy. Technology is being used for much more than just helping and protecting us.
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Famous Blues Songs that Became Rock HitsThere is no argument that rock music had its origins in the blues. There are many rock songs that are direct interpretations of older, common, blues songs. This is a list of some common blues songs that later became rock hits.
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A Vintage 1966 Fender Precision Bass Guitar - Reviewed 45 Years LaterThe Fender Precision Bass Guitar (better known as the P-Bass) was first introduced to the market in 1951. Leo Fender developed the first prototype in 1950. I bought this 1966 Fender P-Bass in 1967 when it was only a year old for $100 in mint condition.
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3D Microbatteries Promise Fast Charging in a Small PackagePortable devices are becoming more popular and battery technology is straining to keep up. 3D Microbatteries are being developed and will soon be available. This article discusses what 3-D Microbatteries will mean to portable and remote technology.
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New Verizon iPhone Vs. AT&T iPhoneThe long wait for many is over. Verizon recently announced the addition of the Apple iPhone to its extensive product line. The Verizon iPhone Hotspot feature will be discussed along with other comparisons with the AT&T iPhone.
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Is it Still Possible to Make Money Repairing Electronics?Electronic repair was once a lucrative, high paying profession. The advancements of integrated electronics, surface mounted components and multi-layered circuit boards combined with low cost production has changed the direction of electronic repair.
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4 Top Shortwave Radio ReceiversMost modern shortwave receivers do more than shortwave. The top shortwave radio receivers today are portable, multi-powered, multi-banded instruments.
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How to Turn Your Cell Phone into a SpectrophotometerIt is now possible to take an ordinary cell phone, with a camera, and cheaply turn it into a spectrophotometer. This article will explain what a spectrophotometer is and what it is used for.
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4 Vintage Electric Guitars Used by Professional MusiciansThe thought behind the picks for the 5 best guitars for musicians has to do with which instruments are the most commonly used for different types of music. The picks also consider instruments that have stood the test of time.
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5 Jazz Christmas Songs that SwingMany of the best recordings of Christmas songs has been in the jazz genre. Swinging to jazz Christmas songs has been going on since the beginning of jazz.
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Top 7 Bar Band Rock Songs: Coming to a Bar Near YouThis is a list of 7 songs bands commonly play in bars in the southeastern United States. These "standards" seem to remain popular to the bar crowd even though many are dated.
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Toughest Cell Phones that Take the Most AbuseCell phones are generally tough devices. To be considered one of the toughest cell phones you can buy a cell phone must have greater resistance to abuse than the norm.
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10 Best Tech Gadgets of the DecadeThe first decade of the 20th century is coming to an end. There is a huge list to choose from. Let's look at 10 of the best tech gadgets the decade has brought us.
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Scientists are Converting Heat Energy into Electrical EnergyImagine the ability to efficiently harness the waste heat that constantly surrounds us. Similar to solar cells that converts light energy to electricity, scientists at MIT are developing solid state chips that converts heat energy to electrical energy.
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Mind Control of Electronic Devices is AdvancingCurrent technology has the ability to use electronic sensors that are interfaced to the brain. Once the sensors are in place the brain can be easily taught to manipulate external objects.
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Best Cell Phones with the Best Reception and Signal StrengthCell phones are not created equal. Let's take a look the best cell phones from some major carriers, for sending and receiving cell phone signals.
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The Xbox Kinect: A Demo of the FutureThe new Xbox Kinect is a combination of 3D camera technology integrated with voice commands. The Xbox Kinect has many problems and flaws but does a better job than Sony's Move or Nintendo's Wii MotionPlus units.
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Time to Get Retirement Accounts Ready for 2011The end of 2010 approaches, and it is time to look at your retirement accounts and plans before the new year. Several new laws have been passed that relate to retirement accounts.
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Top five ski pants for menSki pants for men come in a variety of styles, materials, and designs. This guide will be reviewing five of the top ski pants for men. Men's ski pants must provide combine warmth, comfort, and function.
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The HTC Desire Smartphone: The Ultimate Phone?There are many smart phones on the market to choose from. This is a review of the highly capable HTC Desire phone. The HTC Desire will be compared to its closest competitor, the Nexus One.
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Opinion: New government policies are working against meThe elections are finally over. The Republican Party reclaimed the House of Representatives. The Democratic Party retained control over the Senate. What we have to look forward to doesn't look good.
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NASA Technology Makes Safer Food that Lasts LongerSpace and commercial technology is about to appear in new refrigerators and home air purification systems. Vegetables will last longer, smells will be eliminated, mold annihilated and dangerous bacteria destroyed.
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Quote roundup: Congress in gridlock? Many N.C. residents say, 'certainly'The people have spoken and replaced the former Democrat controlled House of Representatives with Republicans. The Senate managed to hold onto control, for now. Moving forward, the stage is set for a political gridlock in Congress.
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Skiing in style: Top 5 ski jackets for menThere are many considerations to be made when selecting a ski jacket for men. Weather conditions and skiing intensity play a large role in the selection. Men skiers stay warmer and dryer by the use of layering.
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The best men's skis for all skill levels and snow conditionsThe best selection for mens skis depends on several things. Mens skis are not all equal and vary considerably in a variety of ways. It is best for skis to be fitted to a mans weight, height, skill level, dedication, and snow conditions.
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Faster Computers Powered by Heat Energy: Thermo-SpintronicsA few years of development and several technological breakthroughs have brought us on the verge of some major changes in the electronic makeup and powering of our electronic devices. The use of thermo-spintronics will soon invade everyday life.
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Finding Designer Trunk Shows for Men's and Women's FashionsDesigner trunk shows are events that retailers and designers have for the general public. The public rarely attends or gets an invitation to the more conventional runway shows.
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What Your Teen Needs to Know Before Taking the ACTMost parents and many teenage students are unaware of what preparations to make before taking the ACT. The ACT or American College Testing exam determines your teens knowledge in the areas of math, English, reading and science.
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Top 5 Parenting iPhone Apps - Your Family MattersThere are a large number of parenting apps available for download into your iPhone. Let's discuss 5 of the better parenting iPhone apps that make for a happier family.
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Money Management Lessons and Personal FinancesMoney management is becoming more important in today's downward spiraling economy. Government figures for inflation don't seem to match up with the reality of the checkout line at the grocery store.
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Professional Software Programs for Animation Graphic ArtistsSoftware programs for today's graphic artists have evolved well beyond what was once considered the best graphic programs.
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A Ghost from the PastA Halloween Flash Fiction Story.
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Best Laptop PCs Under $500 for College StudentsThe best laptop PC to buy for under $500 depends on how the student will be using it. The way the PC is used is much dependent on what the student is majoring in.
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Best Inkjet Printers for the Highest Quality PhotosThis is a a review of 3 of the best inkjet photo printers on the market today having certain necessary features. Any of these photo printers will give you the best quality photo using ink jet technology.
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Best Software Programs for Your Business PlanThe success of a small business or home business and having a business plan puts the right information into one place and can be a good indicator of the possibility of succeeding.
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HTC EVO 4G Vs. Apple iPhone 4 - Let the Fight BeginComparing the EVO 4G versus the Apple iPhone 4 is like comparing Apples to...well you know. This article will discuss the pros and cons of each by putting them against each other for a blow by blow comparison.
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The Best Android Phone for the Urban JungleLet's take a venture into the jungle of Androids and seek out the best phone of the lot. The Android operating system has taken over and is dominating the smartphone world. Google's Linux based OS is proven, solid and gives you apps galore.
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Steampunk Culture - Art, Fashion, Music and InventionSteampunk can be defined as an alternate history made possible by the inclusion of fantastic inventions created out of the Victorian culture. This is a study of the origins of Steampunk including the art, culture and fashion.
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4 Cell Phones with the Best Battery LifeThese cell phones are some of the best phones on the market with the longest battery life. All of these phones were tested for their true talk time battery life and are not the battery specs provided by the manufacture.
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How Industrial Robots Automate Factory ProductionIndustrial robots are much different in form than the standard perception of a robot. The automation of an industrial process using robotic manipulation requires the understanding of many technologies.
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Production of Coaxial Cable for Cable TVCoaxial Cable production is a very complex process. This article provides some unique insight into the manufacturing and production of coaxial cable used for Cable Television.
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Best 3D CAD Modeling Programs for LinuxThis article will examine the 3 best 3D CAD programs for Linux and examine the attributes of each. Professional developers prefer Linux and UNIX 3D programs when extreme performance is required.
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Russia Rockets Toward Mars in 2011Russia is getting ready for the landing of a unmanned spacecraft on Phobos later next year. The mission is to land their Phobos-Grunt spacecraft and take soil samples that will be returned to Earth.
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The Truth About Computer TechniciansThis is the truth about being a computer technician as I seen and lived it. Presented here is some history of the evolution and development of the common use of PCs through my eyes as a long time technician.
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Undiscovered Electronic and Anti-Gravity TheoriesThere are things we don't know that need to be rediscovered. The discoveries need to be made into real theories so science has control over them and not the ones that would lose economically because of their existence.
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Best Home Theater Systems for the MoneyWe will explore several of the latest home theater systems that are the best available for the money. Both of these systems will serve well for your home theater needs.
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The Best Home Stereo System Amplifier EverAudiophiles can be very picky about what they hear from a quality stereo system. They all seem to have their own ideas of what they consider the ultimate sound and it varies greatly from each individual.
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Top 5 All-in-One Desktop PCs on the MarketThese 5 all in one desktop PCs have the latest technology built into one package which makes setting up and moving your computer an easy task. I had the opportunity to try out most of these units and have worked on several of them.
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Top 10 Desktop PCs for Those on a Limited BudgetIt is very difficult to live without a computer in today's modern society. I have listed the top 10 desktop PCs for those than have very little in their budget to spend.
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Pressure Sensitive E-Skin Revolutionizes RoboticsScientists working at UC Berkeley have announce the discovery and fabrication of a new type of pressure sensitive material, called e-skin, that can be used to simulate real human skin.
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HTC Wildfire Android Smart Phone ReviewThe HTC Wildfire A3333 GSM is the latest addition to the family and this review will show you what to look forward to if you purchase one of these babies.
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5 Best Halloween Software ProgramsI have compiled a collection of Halloween software programs that can be downloaded and enjoyed by the entire family to celebrate this day of the dead. These programs are either free of available at a nominal cost.
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Canon Powershot S95 - A Lot of Camera for the MoneyIn this Canon Powershot S95 product review we will look at its features and what improvements Canon has made since its S90 model. A comparison will be made with the nearest competitor, the Panasonic Lumix DCM-LX5.
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3 Best Web Design Software ProgramsThere are many web design software programs to choose from. What you need may depend on how often you design web sites, your expertise in design and programming, and how much money you can spend.
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Kobo E-Reader and a Review of the Evolution of ReadingThis review of the Kobo e-reader deals with the features and attributes...and how the Kobo e-Reader compares to similar devices on the market.
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Apple's iPod Touch Features New InnovationsApple has nudged us ahead into the future a little more with this technological little wonder. We will examine what makes this device get such high praise.
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Apple's New Multitouch iPod NanoThe New Multitouch iPod nano is much different than its predecessor.
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The Apple iMac Summer 2010 - Not a LucyApple keeps amazing me with it's ability to stay the course by thinking on it's own terms. This is a review of the Apple iMac summer 2010 all-in-one computer system.
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Growing and Picking CantaloupeCantaloupe is a most tasty and easy crop to grow. The sweet taste of freshly picked cantaloupe allowed to ripen on the vine until the sugars in the melon reached their peak is beyond a rare treat.
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Inventors that Made it to the TopIt is hard to think of top inventors in the same way we do superheroes or famous stars. Yet, in a real sense, top inventors are far beyond the superficial layers surrounding perceived greatness.
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Best Photo Only Printers that Lay Down the InkThe best photo only printers on the market in 2010 come from a long history of printing.
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Medical Research Brings Power to the Health IndustryIn this article you will find information on 5 amazing health industry tech inventions that are revolutionizing the medical profession.
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The Top 5 Point and Shoot Cameras - a Review of All the ReviewsThere are many sites on the Internet that give their opinion of what are the top 5 point and shoot cameras on the market today. I have sorted through this mountain of data, opinions, and reviews.
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Technology and Human Behavior - the Big Bang or Paris Hilton?Humans have invented and discovered so much tech know-how. Now that the masses hold in their hands this tremendous and wonderful achievement let's look at how it is put to use.
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A Soldiers Duty Taught to Me by My DadMy dad taught me what it means to be a soldier and what a soldier's duty is. The soldier's duty hasn't changed just because the wars have changed. We need to support our troops and tell them they are our heroes.
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Comic Book Tech for the Real WorldThere is a lot of high tech in comic books that would be cool to have now in the real world. Let's look at some of these tech type things and see how they might integrate into our lives.
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BlogHer Conference 2010 Highlights and Blogger EmpowermentThe 6th Annual BlogHer Conference was held at The Hilton New York on Friday and Saturday, August 6th and 7th, 2010. Considered another success with a sold out attendance of 2400 women bloggers. The conference had many interesting speakers and workshops.
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Military Technology is Advancing Rapidly to the BattlefieldsThe Department of Defense is always looking for new ways to help our soldiers do a better job and to keep our country safe from foreign invasion. This latest military technology will help accomplish this mission.
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The Small Town of Hiddenite in North Carolina's Brushy MountainsHiddenite, North Carolina, is located in Alexander County and in a spur of the Blue Ridge Mountains called the Brushy Mountains. For such a small unincorporated town it boasts some unusual history and interesting attractions.
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Super Capacitors - A Breakthrough in Energy StorageCapacitors have been with us for a long time. Super capacitors are the answer scientists have been searching for to advance battery technology.
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Obama Gets it Right with NASA's New DirectionNASA has never been completely about space travel. Going to the moon and other planets are great things that must be accomplished but NASA and it's vendors have always been on the forefront of technological development.
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How Magnetic Bearings will Change the Tech IndustyThe advantages of using magnetic bearings are many. The size of these bearings have been reduced to where they are beginning to replace conventional bearings.
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Microsoft's WayAnother Microsoft bashing poem.
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Need a Job? Create Your Own and Stay at HomeMany Americans are looking for work and finding a job seems to get harder each day. Many have considered working at home as an option but with the numerous work at home scams it is difficult to know where to invest your time and energy.
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2012 - Ode to the Doom SayersPoem about 2012 and the end of the world.
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Homesteading Activities - Not Completely Off the GridYou do not have to be completely off the grid to be considered a homesteader. Most people think of homesteaders as someone that is isolated and not in tune with modern society.
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Miracle of Seeds and Some Gardening MagicMost humans take life for granted and fail to see the true miracle that nature has provided for us.
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President Glenn Beck and His Form of GovernmentWhat would the government and America be like if Glenn Beck were elected President of the United States?
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General Omar Bradley - a Moment in TimeI was honored to get to meet and shake hands with 5 star General of the Army Omar Bradley while I served in the U.S. Army.
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TV is DeadTV is dead. You may not have realized it yet but TV as you have grown to know and love is about to become history. So are television stations. Don't believe it then read on and examine the facts.
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DB's Purple HaikuPurple Haiku
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Are You a Producer or a Parasite to Society?Do you produce something that is useful to society are are you a non-producer that takes away from the producer and is a burden to society?
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Gold Panning Methods and EquipmentGold is expected to double in the near future, if the experts are right, and in todays economy panning for gold may be a good way to make some real income while you wait for the job market to improve, if it ever do
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5 Non-Fiction Books You Must ReadI have read a lot of books, especially non-fiction. Five of these books seem to stand the test of time and continue to inspire and awe me. I would like to share these with you.
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Macaroni Soup with Bacon or Sausage - a Southern Breakfast TreatThis recipe was a family breakfast favorite that I was raised on. It is still a favorite with my own family and we have it at least once a week. I do not know the origin of this recipe
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Test Instruments Used by Electronic Technicians - Multimeters and BeyondElectronic technicians use a variety of instruments to collect information from electronic circuits. Since electricity can not be seen it is up to these instruments to provide the eyes for technicians to see what is going on within an electrical circuit.
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How to Invest in Gold and Silver - What the Big Guys Don't Want You to KnowWe are now living in times that the traditional way of looking at gold and silver is about to change. You will find these precious metals are about to become an investment strategy in addition to their ability to retain wealth.
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Green Technology and Better Ways to Save EnergyThe best way to produce efficient energy is to not have to produce it to begin with. I propose we must change our way of doing things before making "Green" changes to our energy systems.
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Treasure Hunting Secrets and Locations - a Guide for the Modern Treasure HunterTreasure can be found everywhere. You just have to know what you are looking for.
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10 Ways to Make Money as a Musician in a Tight EconomyIf you are a musician and have lost your day job maybe it is now time to pursue your musical dreams.
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The Move from Microsoft Windows to LinuxChange is a scary thing. Here is some information that will make your decision to move away from Microsoft Windows easier.
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Muirin was Walking in CloverSt. Patrick's Day Limerick
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Hiddenite and Emeralds in Alexander County, NC - An Insider's GuideThis is an insiders guide to finding emeralds and hiddenite in Alexander County located in the foothills of North Carolina. The area is well known for its large assortment of gem quality material.
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The Truth About Computer Virus' and SpywareYour computer gets a virus or spy-ware attack. You clean it off with an anti-virus or spyware removal program. Are you now safe and ready to go again?