Doing the Right Thing -- 5 Tech Pitfalls
If you're in school or you're an adult in the working world, ignore them at your own peril.
If you're in school or you're an adult in the working world, ignore them at your own peril.
Ethics 101: 5 Online Pitfalls That Destroy Students
Kids have always loved to mix it up with a little school-time tomfoolery, whether it's streaking at a football game or leaving a flaming bag of poop on a teacher's doorstep. But in the digital age, the mischief has moved online. What may seem like harmless virtual-reality hijinks can have devastating real-world consequences. Switched consulted sociologist Carrie James of Harvard's GoodPlay Project, who recently conducted a study that examined the online behaviors of and dilemmas confronted by 60 kids aged 15 to 25. With her help, we've come up with the top five online ethical pitfalls that can ensnare today's students (and plenty of adults, too). If you're in school, ignore them at your own peril. And if you're the parent of a pupil, read on and remember with fondness the simpler, olden days.
14 Annoying Tech Types
Though technology generally makes our lives better, it can also turn us into idiots. Inspired by Blue Tools -- those people who never remove their wireless headsets -- we've compiled a list of personality types who irritate by misusing gadgets and the Internet in ways that are mean, rude, or simply clueless.
Are we stereotyping a bit? Sure, but ultimately, we're here to help. Recognizing that you have a problem is the first step to recovery. So take that headset off for a moment and ask yourself: "Is this what I've become?" If so, just look up from the screen, turn down the volume, and your friends will be happy to have you back. But first, take a look at 12 types who we think should take their technology and shove it.
How to Lower Your Monthly Bills With Technology
How to Lower Your Monthly Tech Bills
Save On Car Repairs.
Visiting a mechanic is a gamble that can easily leave you ripped off or with a shoddy work. Luckily, there's RepairPal.com, which approximates how much fixing your car should cost and recommends where to go. All you do is enter your car's information, the problem, provided you know it, and your location. The site then gives you the estimated cost of parts and labor and tells you what to expect from your local shops. Remember to leave feedback and help your fellow drivers out.
How to Lower Your Monthly Tech Bills
Light Up With CFLs
Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) use 75-percent less energy and last longer than typical incandescent bulbs. They also come in all sorts of sizes, so you're not stuck with that soft serve cone shape if you don't want it. Yes, they do contain some mercury, but they're not as dangerous as you may have heard. There are now lower mercury bulbs, more recycling ...How to Lower Your Monthly Tech Bills
Shop With Free Shipping.
The next time you're in the market for something, don't bother driving to the mall. Look online at sites like Freeshippingon.com and MSN's Free Shopping Center and you might be able to find deals that cost the same as in the stores and you won't have to spend the gas and time getting there. It's that easy.
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Find and buy cheaper gas.
If you're not taking public transportation, biking, walking, etc., then you should do everything in your power to find cheap gas. Luckily, the Web offers a multitude of gas sites such as GasBuddy.com and GasPriceWatch.com, where visitors constantly update local fuel prices so you can find the best deal. There's even a simplified version for mobile phones, ...How to Lower Your Monthly Tech Bills
If you have to buy stuff, at least get some money back.
We've told you about all the deal and comparison shopping sites out there, but here's another great one to add to the list: ebates.com. Just sign up and do your shopping at over 900 stores that partner with the site, including Apple and Circuit City, and you'll get cash back for every purchase you make. Ebates also shows you what ...How to Lower Your Monthly Tech Bills
Stick to a Laptop
Are you reading this on a desktop computer? If so, you're probably using five to ten times as much power as you would on a laptop. Despite the cheaper costs of desktops nowadays, you'll still end up paying when it comes to your electricity bill. Plus, with a laptop, you can always charge your battery or do your work away from home. But, as we already said, you might try ...
