The California Department of Motor Vehicles has its own YouTube account. As of today, it has already uploaded 55 videos that feature tips, traffic trivia, and other advices that will help educate drivers of all ages about good (and not to mention legal) driving skills and etiquette.

And by the way, they also have a myspace account where visitors can post questions regarding traffic rules and stuff.

Hmm… not a bad idea! I think this is a pretty unconventional yet promising way to improve public service. To tell you the truth, I’d rather watch DMV videos than a toilet-flushing cat.

Source: The New York Times

This is the second time that Facebook has made a booboo. Wasn’t it only last year that this particular social utility added a “news feeds” feature which only resulted to threatened protests from many of Facebook’s users. The company apologized, and I think it needs to do that again as there are reports of new complaints regarding a recently launched marketing program that apparently allows users and friends to see their online purchases. Facebook has been making steps to alleviate the situation but personally I think they need to hasten as a lot of users are getting pissed about how they put it as an invasion of their privacy.

Source: Yahoo! Internet News

by Andrea Mella

We know for the fact that the Internet has become our daily guide. To keep ourselves from worrying if we have acquired or gotten some viruses whether from the sites that we checked or files that we downloaded, it is best to ensure that we have installed a reliable anti-virus software. True enough, we will be getting our money’s worth over time since it would be more costly for our part if our computer or laptop will be infected with the viruses around. As they say, it is best to be safe from the start and find a prevention rather than it’s too late.

by Andrea Mella

We have a busy schedule everyday and because of it we need to check other pertinent news on the television to keep abreast with what is happening around. Good thing that the web has keeping an up-to-date post with all the buzz happening, may it be on local and international news, current events, technology, and so many more. The internet has certainly become reliable and dependable. And to others, it has become their online resource of information about everything. Aside from this, we could also search or read the past news that was written or broadcasted. News information can be checked daily on Yahoo, CNN, Forbes, and other local sites.

by Andrea Mella

Every now and then, we look at the classified ads to check if there are new jobs available in the marketplace. But did you know, employers are more keen on receiving resumes online these days. This is because they could filter everything and it is an easy opportunity for them not only to get hold of the applicant’s information but also to be able to review it carefully. So next time, you check the newspaper’s classified ads, go ahead and check the internet as well cause you might be surprised that there are other opportunities posted aside from what you can see in the newspaper ad.

by Andrea Mella

Some are just joining the bandwagon in using online purchasing. And since they want to join the fad, they tend to forget the other conditions like shipping information, other taxes, and so on. If this is the scenario, before trying to purchase it in the web, at least have the patience to review the terms and conditions. In this way, you are not only aware with the procedures but also the online store rules that you might use later on. Online Purchasing is a journey, so be sure to enjoy every step that you make to ensure that this has become your user friendly site. 

by Andrea Mella

Have you tried purchasing online? Or you would really love to but afraid that your card number might be stolen and hackers would be able to use it? Well, don’t fret about it. There might be still some sites that are scams and bogus, but if this hinders you, it is still always advisable to purchase only on reputable sites. In this way, you would know that your card number is secured. Also, before trying to purchase online, always ask yourself the reason why you want to buy it in the web instead. Don’t you have time to go out and get it for yourself? Or it is much cheaper to purchase online than buying it in the department stores?

by Andrea Mella

There are still some who are not confident in using the internet. Some may think that since you need to be a “techie” on this field, you have to have other criteria to use the web space. In reality, all you need to control is patience for searching the best answers to your query especially if you are given numerous results. The advancement has certainly affect everyone’s life. It may be for the good or not but whatever it is, we have to be adaptable to changes to keep up with all the information we need to know. And yes, you don’t need to be a “techie” person in order to use the web.

by Andrea Mella

Lets face it, everyone is dependable in using the web as an everyday tool. As they say, it has become every man’s best friend. Searching for everything in the web is easy as one, two, and three. All you need to do is use the search engine, it can be a Google or a Yahoo webpage and within seconds you can view hundreds of results with your inquiry. Indeed, every detail that you want to know is already written to one of the sites. And if you are a college student, hours spent in the library could be lessened since every information that you need can be accessed in one click.

by Andrea Mella

Our lives right now is evolving with the technology because internet is available elsewhere. It has been proven that kids nowadays are addicted in using the “web” not only for research purposes but also for recreational activities. Gone are the days wherein you see kids playing outside the house. With their early exposure to new advancements, they become content in using the computer as their playmate. On the other side, since social activities become poor, this has a longer effect to their skills. It is why it is advisable to let the kids interact with other kids of their age and limit interaction with the computer.