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An Ars Technica history of the Internet, part 1

Ars Technica

In a very real sense, the Internet, this marvelous worldwide digital communications network that youre using right now, was created because one man was annoyed at having too many computer terminals in his office. The year was 1966. The agency was created in 1958 by President Eisenhower in response to the launch of Sputnik.

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Infographic: Interesting Stats On The Rise Of Internet Phone Calls

TechImpact

Internet phone calls, typically referred to as voice over internet protocol (VoIP) by IT professionals, are becoming increasingly popular amongst businesses and nonprofits, both small and large. Accessible on multiple devices, including desktops, laptops, and cell phones. Lower per-line cost.

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Samsung’s Android 15 update has been halted

Ars Technica

The company isn't offering any explanation for the pause yet, but reports around the Internet suggest there are some bugs problematic enough that it required Samsung to slam on the brakes. These Stories are accessible from outside the Secure Folder, which rather defeats the purpose of having private photos.

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Increasing Accessible Publishing Globally

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Plenary Talk at the Eighth General Assembly of the World Blind Union Access to published information is an essential requirement for education, employment and full social inclusion. People with vision impairments and other print disabilities deserve equal access to that treasure of information.

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China wants to severely limit young people's mobile use and internet access

TechSpot

The agency wants smart device providers to introduce a 'minor mode' that would prevent users aged under 18 from accessing the internet on mobile devices such as phones and tablets between. Read Entire Article

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Re-experience '90s internet with this new 56K dial-up modem

TechSpot

For around $40 on Amazon, this retro device connects to your PC via USB, allowing you to access analog phone lines for internet connectivity, data transfers, and even fax capabilities. Planex Communications' new PL-US56K2(A) USB modem just hit the market. Read Entire Article

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The Power of Social Fundraising and Friends Asking Friends [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Register for our Social Fundraising Newsletter and immediately get access to the full reports used to construct this INFOGRAPHIC. Register for our Social Fundraising Newsletter and immediately get access to the full reports used to construct this INFOGRAPHIC. It’s been amazing to watch. Looking for more information on the above data?