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Google and You

Google’s Chrome Operating System is imminent. When it launches and when you start using it (believe me, you will be using it, because it’s free), Google will basically know everything about you. Well, Google already knows tons of info about you, but with Chrome OS it will know even more…

It’s not a bad thing per se as long as they (Google and US Gov) won’t misuse it (remember the phone tapping issue in US?). Because all it takes is another “terrorist” attack and US Gov can successfully use any technology needed for their “homeland security” purposes. The result will be of course, lots of innocent people being arrested and spending portion of their precious lives in secret prisons all over the world.

Let’s hope that won’t be the case…

What is Google Chrome OS

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As you can see above, Chrome OS will be the fastest OS out there. I will probably use it too, that’s because anything Google launches, I will use it :) I am sure you do too…

But let’s take this post as a reminder and be careful when it comes to dealing with privacy issues, not only with Google but with any other websites, applications, software etc that collect our personal info.

       

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15 Tips to Unclog Your Blog : Breaking Blogger’s Block

Edward Khoo is a full time blogger from Malaysia. You can follow him on twitter at @squall768

The phenomenon of blogs has caught on, in case you hadn’t noticed. In just a few years, bloggers went from the unknown, unread, poor cousins of mainstream media to a powerful force that help shape everything from political policies to better eating habits.

However, keeping your blog fresh takes dedication, drive and hard work. It’s something you should do regularly and think about often as you drive around town. Here are some tips to keep you motivated, writing and posting. After all, your blog is important. It’s your little piece of the W3 landscape so take ownership and use it to spread your message.

1. Create a blog on a topic about which you have a passion or genuine interest.
It’s much easier writing about topics that actually interest you. So, if you’re interested in politics on a global scale, create a political blog that covers topics of interest to like-minded readers.

Writing about a topic that interests you is not a work. It feeds your natural, innate curiosity. You learn more as you teach others what you’ve learned.

2. Set aside a time each day to write your posts.
Schedule an hour a day (or more if you really want the world to read what you have to say) and stick to the schedule. Instead of turning on the TV after dinner, write a 500-word post for tomorrow.

If you opt to write when the spirit moves you, it may never move you and you may never post. There are thousands of dusty old blogs out there with posts that are five years old. Nobody is going to read that.

3. Visit blogs on the same topic as your blog.
You can’t copyright an idea. You can’t own an idea. So, visit blogs that cover topics similar to your own.

Now, you can’t (and shouldn’t) rip off content from other bloggers. That’s just bad form. But you will find topics you hadn’t thought of. Spin these articles to make them your own. Rewrite them from a different point of view. Reference other blogs and even link to them when the topic is related.

Blogging is a big part of web connectivity. Use it to discover people who share your interests, whatever they may be.

4. Take your blog seriously.
Think of it as a job – one wherein you’re the boss. No editor. You’re the editor. Post at least twice a week. Three times weekly is even better and daily is the best. Visitors to your blog will stop coming by if they see the same content each time they visit.

This ties back to point number one. If you have an interest or expertise about which you’re passionate, posting daily won’t be a chore. It’ll be fun. As you learn more about your topic, you’ll enjoy spreading the news.

5. Google the topic of your blog.
There are always new trends, new opinions, new concepts and new ideas available on the W3. Google keywords related to the topicality of your blog for new ideas and new topics about which to write.

6. Provide helpful information.
Even though it’s your blog – your digital real estate, your blog isn’t about you. It’s about your readers. Provide helpful information in your posts and you’ll soon start to build a following.

7. Keep your gadgets and widgets fresh.
There will be days when you just don’t have time to write a lengthy post on your passion for ceramics. However, you can post tips daily in your widget column. (See the miniblog on top of Adesblog? That’s what I am talking about!) Update these posts with quick tips. They’re only a few words and the tips you provide in your widget column will keep readers coming back. Read more »

       

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Robert Kiyosaki Interivew on AlJazeera

I am sure most of you don’t watch AlJazeera especially those who are in the States. So if you have missed, here is an interview with Robert Kiyosaki on AlJazeera with Riz Khan. Robert Kiyosaki is well known for his book “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”, his latest book is “Rich Dad’s Conspiracy of the Rich”.

What’s your opinion on the education system of your country? Does it prepare you to be successful businessman or good employee? I think in almost all countries in the world, it’s the latter. Please share your thoughts on this in the comments section.

Watch part-2 after the jump Read more »

       

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Some people don’t like backlinks

Some people just don’t like free backlinks, even if the number of backlinks are over 2000 :) Here is an email I got recently:

Yes, as requested I removed his backlinks from the blog. I guess he is like a Rupert Murdoch.

       

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Next Wave is Mobile Internet

If you are still planning to create that “Make Money Online” blog of yours, you are probably too late… Now is not the time to create make money online blogs…

Instead why don’t you think about riding the next wave? That is - Mobile Internet.

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What can you do for the upcoming wave of Mobile Internet? Many things, some of the things you can do are;

• developing mobile applications or ask others to develop it for you (for iPhone, Android, Symbian…etc),
• developing app-store solutions (create your own getjar.com)
• developing mobile phone services
• manufacturing your own smart-phone :)

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Above screenshots were taken from this report by MorganStanley.

       

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WebHostingGeeks - Hosting Reviews

If you are new to setting up websites or blogs on the net, choosing hosting companies can be a real headache. You wouldn’t know which one to choose, all seem to claim offering great services, low prices and guaranteed 99% uptime (find out what does that mean here).

WebHostingGeeks is a website that offers a platform for people to review web hosting companies. Independent reviews are published in more than 10 categories, eg; overall web hosting, dedicated server, vps hosting etc.

When getting a hosting for your website/blog, third party opinions and reviews matter a lot. Don’t just go and get a hosting based on what you see on their website. Rather do some research and see what others are saying about the company. For example, on WebHostingGeeks InMotion got over 200 reviews and most of them are positive. That says a lot about the company and its services.

Tip: If possible, try to keep your domain names and hosting separate (i.e don’t get both of them from the same company). Because, when you change your hosting, and believe me you will… it can get complicated. Normally, I keep all my domain names with goDaddy and my hosting with Pair Networks.

Website: webhostinggeeks.com

       

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