News: Internet
Thursday, 19 Apr 2012
Why Google Opted for Open-source Networking Technology
Google secretly restructured its internal network using an open-source technology called OpenFlow two years ago. Here are some insights as to why the search giant chose such a radical path.
May 17 Could be Facebook's IPO Date
According to multiple sources close to the company and familiar with the situation, Facebook has targeted May 17 as the day it will release its IPO.
Wednesday, 18 Apr 2012
YouTube Collaborates with MGM to Add 600 Rental Titles
YouTube is partnering MGM to add 600 movie titles to its existing list of available rentals. You can expect several timeless classics to be part of the latest update which is enabling Google to inch closer to being a movie library of the future.
Tuesday, 17 Apr 2012
Hologram Technology Brings Tupac Back to Life at Coachella 2012
Thanks to advance CGI and hologram technology, murdered rapper Tupac Shakur was "resurrected" much to the delight of fans at the Coachella music festival.
Friday, 13 Apr 2012
Football Manager Handheld 2012 Scores on Android
Developed by Sports Interactive and published by Sega, Football Manager Handheld 2012 finally arrives on Android after spending years on Apple's iOS. It's time for kick-off, Android heads!
Thursday, 12 Apr 2012
Lotus Cars Experiences Social Media Meltdown on Facebook
Lotus Cars went on Facebook and turned a harmless joke from a popular automotive parody news site into an all-out social media disaster.
Facebook Unveils Groups For Schools
With Facebook becoming the default medium for social interactions in recent times, the social platform rolls out storage options for .edu users to expand functionality and provide ease of use to its members.
Tuesday, 10 Apr 2012
Share Group Photos with Pinweel
Those looking for an Instagram alternative might want to consider Pinweel, a free application on iTunes complete with old-school photo filters and private sharing options.
Ze Frank is Back
Still recovering from the Easter weekend? You'll be happy to know that online entertainer Ze Frank is back after a five year hiatus with a new show - a show with zefrank.
Facebook Snaps up Instagram for US$1 Billion
Facebook acquires popular photo-sharing application and service, Instagram, for approximately US$1 billion worth in cash and stock. This is Facebook's largest acquisition yet.