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I have always been intrigued by the exponential increase in the speed of social media and how Internet has revolutionized the way we interact, which keeps getting better and more innovative. Ubiquity, mobility with increased use of smart phones, anonymity and ease of use plays a major role in this. Businesses and governments providing more […]
The new iOS brought several new features to the current and newer models of the Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod. The new design is very cool, with apps floating and easing from side to side over the dynamic wallpaper which pans as you move the phone around, producing three dimensional-like effects. This is also called […]
Impersonation on Twitter and most other social networking website is very common. They say “Imitation is the sincerest forms of flattery”. Ok, probably you don’t feel a bit flattered when you’re seriously impersonated on Twitter, spreading incorrect information like wildfire. Take action immediately! Twitter “Impersonation Policy” clearly states that “impersonation is a violation of the […]
We all mourned the loss of visionary and creative genius, cofounder, chairman and CEO of Apple, Steve Jobs. He surrounds himself with exceptionally bright people who reciprocate and further elevate his thinking to revolutionize computer, music and mobile phone industries. But with the new products coming to market today, it’s evident that his visions and […]
Facebook is BIG International Telecommunications Union (ITU) statistics1 shows that over 33% of the 7 billion world population are using Internet, out of which 45% are below the age of 25. ITU statistics also show that over 5.9 billion (which is over 80% of world population) are using mobile phones. Over 70% of online population use […]
Hey guys, It’s time to write something here after so long – 13 months ;). Not that I’ve left blogosphere, my excuse is the so-called “being BUSY”. Anyway, it’s amazing how the Internet has changed our lives. It’s nothing new to talk about, but at certain times like today, I keep thinking about how our […]
Cell phones has largely been limited to text messaging for deaf people. Technology is catching up – as it always does – to enable the disabled to visually communicate in real time. Cornell University has come up with a technology (which they have been working for over 4 years, led by Professor Sheila Hemami) to […]
The Attorney General’s Office website has been listed as a suspicious website, which might infect your computer with malicious software. This malicious software includes 45 scripting exploits and 5 Trojans. When you enter the website, malicious software might be downloaded and installed without your knowledge. I was searching for some information and happened to go […]
ABSTRACT E-Government initiative of Maldives has undoubtedly invited new forms of crimes against the government agencies. The legal system which does not cover electronic crimes is a major bottleneck in circumventing these crimes. This paper would discuss current and future potential e-crimes on the e-government of Maldives, and highlight on technical and legislative countermeasures. 1- […]
I’ve being away from Facebook for about 2 days or less. Not because I got fed up with that, I’m a bit busy with assignments and exams these days, so trying to disallow it from distracting me. I’m very distraction-prone. :-S. Anyway, I logged-in to Facebook to see what’s going on there. To my surprise, […]
Many new technologies have exploded throughout that year 2007, including Facebook, iPhone, Nintendo Wii. A recent technology from NeuroSky which translates brainwaves to commands, making it possible for any electronic appliance to be controlled by just concentration, is a major breakthrough in 2007. It’s hopefully going to be on the market this year. You can […]
I came across this interesting presentation about Facebook and it’s connections to the US Government. It highlights that the people who initially funded (and still funds) this website are linked to US Government Agencies; namely Department of Defese (DoD), Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), and Information Awareness Office (IAO). It raises more questions…. ??? The amount […]