This is the archive for June 2008
Ebooks have been around for a while now and the idea of being able to download a book and read it on a computer or other device makes a lot of sense. After all, a book in electronic form doesn't require any paper, it doesn't require fuel to transport it to the bookstore or to ship to your house, and it won't take up space in a landfill when you're done with it. All of these factors are not only good for the environment, but they also translate into saved money for consumers, distributors, and publishers.
Posted by Larry Dixon at 01:29 PM. Filed under: General
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Computer technology keeps getting more powerful all the time. This has a number of benefits to consumers, both ones that are very obvious and ones that are less apparent. For example, many of the computer graphics, voice recognition software, and the like that we enjoy now simply wouldn't have been possible with the slower computer processors of a decade ago. Another advantage is that the more powerful the computer technology that's on the cutting edge becomes, the more affordable the cutting edge technology of a few years ago becomes. This is great for consumers who can use plenty of computing power, but don't need the most powerful equipment on the market.
Posted by Larry Dixon at 01:28 PM. Filed under: General
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The cost of phone service has been going surprisingly quickly for years now. This has prompted a lot of people to look for alternatives to getting their home phone service from the traditional phone company. The good news is that land line phone service for many homes is available through Comcast Cable Deals.
Posted by Larry Dixon at 01:12 PM. Filed under: General
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First there were movies. And if you wanted to watch one, you had to get out of the house, cold weather or hot, rain or snow and go to the theater. And if you were early for a show, you had to wait, and if you were late to a show, then you either missed the first part, or you had to wait a LONG time for the next show. And if you missed a movie you really wanted to see, then that was really just bad luck.
Posted by Larry Dixon at 01:03 PM. Filed under: General
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