Archive for February, 2007

Web Trends Report on WBAL AM1090
February 28, 2007

Here are some of the stories Dave Durian and I talked about this morning.
Bittorrent file sharing system launches new paid download service.bittorrent.com
Big price cut for High Definition Blu-Ray DVD players.Here’s an article on the new player.
It’s sort of like a LoJack for your iPod.gadgettheft.com

Parenting Sites
February 28, 2007

So many of the web’s most popular sites are targeted at young people, but here’s one that’s aimed squarely at Mom and Dad.
parenthacks.comFrom deals on Pampers to how to use a hot water bottle to warm a cold stroller, this site is all about advice from experienced parents. It’s set up like a blog [...]

Lunchtime Sites
February 23, 2007

The Wheel of LunchTopSecretRecipes.com

Web Trends Report on the Radio
February 21, 2007

Here are links to the stories Dave Durian and I talked about this morning on WBAL AM1090.
Daylight Saving Time GlitchHere’s Microsoft’s page and Apple’s page for updating your computer for the new Daylight Savings schedule.And for all that other software that may need to be updated, here’s a very long page trying to list all [...]

Online Mapping
February 21, 2007

Video on Demand: Watch the report here.
Maps aren’t exactly the most exciting thing on the internet, but they can be extremely useful. A few sites have come up with innovative new ways to help us get where we’re going.
maps.live.comMicrosoft has come up with some unique features in its mapping service. Live traffic alerts [...]

Presidential Coin Collecting
February 19, 2007

If you or your kids enjoyed collecting the special state quarters for the last few years, the U.S. Mint is hoping to score another hit with its presidential series of dollar coins.
usmint.govThe Mint launched them just in time for Presidents’ Day, and their website has all the information you need to start collecting. [...]

Winter Web Time Killers
February 16, 2007

Video on Demand: Watch the report here.
It’s the time of year when we often find ourselves cooped up inside with little to do but surf the web. Here are a couple of sites sure to help you pass a few minutes online.
StumbleUpon.comThis site allows you to install a simple button on your web browser [...]

Web Trends Report on the Radio
February 14, 2007

Here are links to the stories Dave Durian and I talked about this morning on WBAL AM1090.
tailoredmusic.com Get customized love songs for your Valentine.true.com Online dating with a criminal background check.prisonpenpals.com Inmates searching for love from behind bars.

Winter Getaway Deals
February 14, 2007

If the winter storm has you looking for a winter getaway, here are a couple of sites to be sure you find a great deal.
frommers.comThis travel book publisher has been around for a long time, but their email newsletter is still a great place to find travel bargains (including cruises!). It’s sent out three [...]

Online Dating
February 12, 2007

Video on Demand: Watch the report here.
If you or a friend find yourselves single this Valentine’s Day, maybe it’s time to give online dating a try. Here are two sites offering unique twists on cyber matchmaking.
greatboyfriends.comThis site is no longer just about boyfriends. Both men and women are represented in its profiles. [...]