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MMOG Center

July 30th, 2007

MMOG Center is a new site that features information on Massively Multiplayer Online Games.  They have news, forums, lists of games, videos, and blogs.  Nicely, the have a list of free MMOGs for people as well.  What is even better are the free trials for the commercial games that can be found on the site.  They are a great way to see if any new game may be the right one for you.  Play on!


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July 30th, 2007 11:24:54

Ustream

July 30th, 2007

Usteam.tv is a site that offers links to vlogs or video blogs.  The site offers a welcoming buffet of different videos to view, including those that are most popular.  You can also do a keyword search to find specific videos you are interested in. 


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July 30th, 2007 11:17:10

Keegy

July 27th, 2007

Keegy is a site that offers connects to the top Web 2.0 posts and articles online.  It is a pure Web 2.0 website itself filled with RSS, tags, personalization, and ranking.  The just arrived section is constantly updating, filling your view with new and interesting posts.  If you are looking for an easy crossroads to visit to discover Web 2.0 information, this is it.


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July 27th, 2007 14:43:31

Fichey

July 27th, 2007

Oh dear!  I am completely fascinated by Fichey.  No login, no registration, just a fast way to see the top sites of the day.

Browse through the most popular sites of del.icio.us, Digg, Downfly, Reddit or StumbleUpon.  Click forward very quickly, only interacting with sites you are interested in.  Look over sites from days before, which is very helpful for those of us who find time in bursts to look online at new places. 

I can see this allowing me to view so many more links each day.  The interface is easy to use, it adds the image above to the sites and allows you to move backward or forward through the top sites.  Just try it!


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July 27th, 2007 13:35:21

They’re Watching You!

July 26th, 2007

Think you are anonymous as you surf around the web?  Think again!  ProjectIP offers an easy way for you to see exactly what a webserver can find out about you.  If you are prone to paranoia, I’d recommend just turning and walking away.


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July 26th, 2007 14:31:12

Scrapblog

July 26th, 2007

Scrapblog is a site that offers an amazing interface for creating multimedia scrapbooks.  You can start with one of many themes or a blank page.  Then add photographs either by uploading or from several popular photo sites like Flickr, add music and videos, and then share with family and friends. 

The real joy of this site is in the ease of use.  No registration is necessary, which starts you out in the right way.  The best part is the editing page where you will be amazed by what you can create in a short period of time.  I would recommend this site for novices because it will give them a great sense of accomplishment almost immediately.


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July 26th, 2007 14:18:45

Teen Podcasters

July 25th, 2007

Teen Podcasters is a site that offers links to teen podcasters, giving them a community where they can share podcasts, thoughts and ideas.  They have about 15 member podcasts right now, but also serve as great inspiration for other teens who want to podcast. 


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July 25th, 2007 14:46:02

History Site

July 25th, 2007

History…It’s Happening is a site from EBSCO that lets you explore history topics online.  You can browse topics that include national icons, explorers, pioneers of science, inventors and peacemakers.   You can also read documents or watch videos, plus explore links to other history sites. 


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July 25th, 2007 14:40:25

WikiFido

July 24th, 2007

WikiFido is a wiki dedicated to dogs.  They have information on all sorts of topics, including dog breeds, dog rescue, care, celebrities and their dogs, and dog-related blogs.  Remember, the great thing about wikis is that you can sign up and add content as well.  This is a great place to interact with other dog lovers online.


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July 24th, 2007 15:16:56

Wowio

July 24th, 2007

Wowio is a site that offers free ebooks available for download.  There are the many classics that one would expect to find, but you will also see books from the last few years included in the collection.  The best place to find the newest titles is by clicking on Latest Releases.  But the collection can also be searched by title, author, ISBN and keyword.  Additionally, you can browse by categories which are wide-ranging and interesting.

I also appreciate the site’s attention to detail and feel.  It has a modern vibe, photos of the book covers, and features like top download lists that make it feel both welcoming and trendy. 


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July 24th, 2007 15:12:28