Monday, January 7, 2008

thing 25

I have been a member of myspace since 2006. Myspace is a dating service, a music service, and advertising space. Myspace allows you to meet people virtually, if you are interested in dating. I know of a couple who met through myspace. I met someone through myspace. I don't think myspace lives up to its name. It is NOT a place for friends. It is just a dating site, a business site, and a music advertising site. Anytime someone adds you as friend, you'd better believe they have a music band they are trying to promote.Occasionally you can find old high school and college pals there, but communication with them usually trails off after a while.

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Thing 22

Overdrive
I learned about overdrive the minute Broward County subscribed. However, since I have no home computer, I didn't sincerely pay attention. I was used to listening to books on c.d., and reading books. I will always have my books on c.d. and an actual book. Barnes and Nobles is still having a successful run at the book business. However, overdrive is great because there are times when my c.d. gets scratched, which ruins the listening experience. Overdrive allows a good listening experience for those with home computers.

Thing 21

Podcasts. I have been familiar with the term podcast, but I never took the time to watch one. I looked at the suggested directory, podcastalley.com and was deliciously pleased. I liked the way you can search for your favorite genre. Of course my favorite genre, comedy was listed! I have to review how to subscribe to my RSS feeds.