TECHNOLOGY

Technology is the making, usage and knowledge of tools, techniques, crafts, systems or methods of organization in order to solve a problem or serve some purpose. The word technology comes from Greek τεχνολογία (technología); from τέχνη (téchnē), meaning "art, skill, craft", and -λογία (-logía), meaning "study of-".^[1] The term can either be applied generally or to specific areas: examples include construction technology, medical technology, and information technology.

Technologies significantly affect human as well as other animal species' ability to control and adapt to their natural environments. The human species' use of technology began with the conversion of natural resources into simple tools. The prehistorical discovery of the ability to control fire increased the available sources of food and the invention of the wheel helped humans in travelling in and controlling their environment. Recent technological developments, including the printing press, the telephone, and the Internet, have lessened physical barriers to communication and allowed humans to interact freely on a global scale. However, not all technology has been used for peaceful purposes; the development of weapons of ever-increasing destructive power has progressed throughout history, from clubs to nuclear weapons.

Technology has affected society and its surroundings in a number of ways. In many societies, technology has helped develop more advanced economies(including today's global economy) and has allowed the rise of a leisure class. Many technological processes produce unwanted by-products, known aspollution, and deplete natural resources, to the detriment of the Earth and its environment. Various implementations of technology influence the values of a society and new technology often raises new ethical questions. Examples include the rise of the notion of efficiency in terms of human productivity, a term originally applied only to machines, and the challenge of traditional norms.

Philosophical debates have arisen over the present and future use of technology in society, with disagreements over whether technology improves the human condition or worsens it. Neo-Luddism, anarcho-primitivism, and similar movements criticise the pervasiveness of technology in the modern world, opining that it harms the environment and alienates people; proponents of ideologies such as transhumanism and techno-progressivism view continued technological progress as beneficial to society and the human condition. Indeed, until recently, it was believed that the development of technology was restricted only to human beings, but recent scientific studies indicate that other primates and certain dolphin communities have developed simple tools and learned to pass their knowledge to other generations.

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Thu, Aug 25 2011

Investors sanguine as Apple's Jobs steps aside

SAN FRANCISCO/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Apple Inc's first day without Steve Jobs as chief executive looked awfully similar to most other days: its share price beat the broader stock market. | Video

25 Aug 2011

Analysis: Apple's supporting cast steps into the limelight

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - As Steve Jobs leaves the stage at Apple Inc, four of his top understudies are coming into the limelight.

25 Aug 2011

Analysis: Where does Jobs stand among America's iconic CEOs?

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The question is not whether Steve Jobs is an iconic CEO, but where Apple Inc's co-founder ranks in the pantheon of business leaders who have carved out a place in history.

25 Aug 2011

Analysis: LG on mute as mobile phone losses mount

SEOUL/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - South Korea's LG Electronics hasn't been so smart with its smartphone business. Its mobile phone division has suffered five consecutive quarterly losses, cutthroat competition is pressuring it to overhaul the business and its shares have plummeted.

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Groupon's CEO lashes out at critics ahead of IPO

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Groupon Inc CEO Andrew Mason, lashing out at what he called "insane" and "hilarious" criticism in the media, defended the daily-deals website's record and growth strategy in a lengthy memo to employees on Thursday.

Deals, Global Deals Review: 2011 Q2, Global Deals Review, Inflows Outflows, Technology 25 Aug 2011

Tumblr close to raising up to $100 million: report

(Reuters) - The blogging service Tumblr is close to raising $75-$100 million in venture capital, implying a market value of $800 million, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

Deals, Global Deals Review: 2011 Q2, Global Deals Review, Inflows Outflows, Technology 25 Aug 2011

WikiLeaks publishes tens of thousands more cables

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The WikiLeaks organization said Thursday it was releasing tens of thousands of previously unpublished U.S. diplomatic cables, some of which are still classified.

25 Aug 2011

AOL shares up as AOL confirms bankers on retainer

NEW YORK (Reuters) - AOL Inc shares rose nearly 9 percent on Thursday as the Internet company -- long seen as a merger candidate -- confirmed it has an investment banker and a law firm on retainer.

Hot Stocks, Asian Markets, Technology, Media 25 Aug 2011

RIM rallies on song service, Apple founder's exit

TORONTO (Reuters) - Shares of Research in Motion rose more than 2 percent on Thursday, after the BlackBerry maker unveiled a new cloud-based music service that allows users to share songs with other subscribers.

Hot Stocks, Asian Markets, Technology, Music 25 Aug 2011

Verizon buys CloudSwitch to boost Terremark

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Verizon Communications said on Thursday that it had bought privately held software developer CloudSwitch to boost its business services division.

COMPUTER

A computer is a programmable machine designed to sequentially and automatically carry out a sequence of arithmetic or logical operations. The particular sequence of operations can be changed readily, allowing the computer to solve more than one kind of problem.

Conventionally a computer consists of some form of memory for data storage, at least one element that carries out arithmetic and logic operations, and a sequencing and control element that can change the order of operations based on the information that is stored. Peripheral devices allow information to be entered from an external source, and allow the results of operations to be sent out.

A computer's processing unit executes series of instructions that make it read, manipulate and then store data. Conditional instructions change the sequence of instructions as a function of the current state of the machine or its environment.

The first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century (1940–1945). Originally, they were the size of a large room, consuming as much power as several hundred modern personal computers (PCs).^[1]

Modern computers based on integrated circuits are millions to billions of times more capable than the early machines, and occupy a fraction of the space.^[2] Simple computers are small enough to fit into mobile devices, and mobile computers can be powered by smallbatteries. Personal computers in their various forms are icons of the Information Age and are what most people think of as "computers". However, the embedded computers found in many devices from mp3 players to fighter aircraft and from toys to industrial robots are the most numerous.

We are all familiar with what a computer is in a specific, contemporary sense. Personal computers are found in most aspects of daily life, and for some it is hard to even imagine a world without them. But the term computer means more than simply the Macs and PCs we are familiar with. A computer is, at its most basic, a machine which can take instructions, and perform computations based on those instructions.

It is the ability to take instructions — often known as programs in the parlance of computers — and execute them, that distinguishes a computer from a mechanical calculator. While both are able to make computations, a calculator responds simply to immediate input. In fact, most modern calculators are actually computers, with a number of pre-installed programs to help aid in complex tasks.

Computers range from the very small to the very large. Some are capable of doing millions of calculations in a single second, while others may take long periods of time to do even the most simple calculations. But theoretically, anything one computer is capable of doing, another computer will also be able to do. Given the right instructions, and sufficient memory, acomputer found in a wristwatch should be able to accomplish anything a supercomputer can — although it might take thousands of years for the wristwatch to complete the operation.

FINANCIAL

financial accounting

   

Definition

A field of accounting that treats money as a means of measuring economic performance instead of as a factor of production. It encompasses the entire system ofmonitoring and control of money as it flows in and out of an organization as assets and liabilities, and revenues andexpenses.

Financial accounting gathers and summarizes financial datato prepare financial reports such as balance sheet andincome statement for the organization's management,investors, lenders, suppliers, tax authorities, and otherstakeholders.

Financial Market

What Does Financial Market Mean?
Broad term describing any marketplace where buyers and sellers participate in the trade of assets such as equities, bonds, currencies and derivatives. Financial markets are typically defined by having transparent pricing, basic regulations on trading, costs and fees and market forces determining the prices of securities that trade.

Some financial markets only allow participants that meet certain criteria, which can be based on factors like the amount of money held, the investor’s geographical location, knowledge of the markets or the profession of the participant.  

Investopedia explains Financial Market
Financial markets can be found in nearly every nation in the world. Some are very small, with only a few participants, while others – like the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the forex markets – trade trillions of dollars daily.

Most financial markets have periods of heavy trading and demand for securities; in these periods, prices may rise above historical norms. The converse is also true – downturns may cause prices to fall past levels of intrinsic value, based on low levels of demand or other macroeconomic forces like tax rates, national production or employment levels.

Information transparency is important to increase the confidence of participants and therefore foster an efficient financial marketplace. 

Read more: http://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/financial-market.asp#ixzz1W6qFzijo

Career Counseling

Career Counseling: Online Program Review

The best career counseling you can get today is on the internet. It has changed my life, and the lives of many others as well. I once had a job which paid me very well, so I never gave career counseling a thought. Then the economy worldwide took a battering and I lost my job, and then my home. The debts piled up.

There is no such thing as job security anymore, even for those with university degrees. Do you realize how many graduates today are dead-broke and drowning in debt? The traditional education system never taught us how to succeed in life. Ditto on career counseling.

Do you have a guaranteed lifelong good income, and a successful life? The internet is a great place to seek creative career counseling, and it’s been helping me get the skills and tools necessary to live life more successfully. It’s been a scary ride, but also a very exciting and satisfying one, with the right career counseling.

Good career counseling can help you achieve the life of your dreams. Take control of how much money you make, and how you live!

For less than the price of a cup of coffee a day, you can learn thesuccess secrets of over 50 of the world’s most successful people. They’ll equip you with the right kind of knowledge and training to help you succeed in every area of your life, including your career, finances and personal life. You won’t find such unique career counseling elsewhere.

These inspiring minds come from many different fields, and they have helped literally millions of people achieve the life of their dreams. Their collective knowledge is delivered through an online learning program, through a series of bite-sized courses. It’s convenient career counseling designed for busy people.

Through this online life university program, you will discover various career options and learn concrete strategies and methods for achieving successful living and wholeness in every area of your life. This learning center is the most advanced, cutting edge,online learning resource on success ever released on the Internet. You won’t find such practical information, and such dynamic career counseling, anywhere else.

You can learn online from the comfort and privacy of your home. There are even audio and video-based courses to make learning easier and quicker. Really convenient career counseling.

In just 15 minutes a day, you can learn how to master important areas in your life. Get help on subjects like:

Motivation, Leadership, Sales, Networking, Relationships, Real Estate, Finances, Communication, and Health

It’s the best career counseling ever. There’s a special trial period offer. You can try out this university of success program for 14 days for just $2, which will be donated to ‘Feed the Children’, a non-profit organization providing humanitarian support world-wide

MONEY

Need Free Money?

We have all said I need money. But did you know you can make free cash by taking internet surveys and reading e-mails? Yes, you can make money online for free! These programs have been helping people in need of cash and money for years now. All you have to give is a few minutes of your time; you do not need to pay anything. So what have you got to lose? It is 100% completely free money. I have reviewed and rated many different survey companies.

Top Free Cash Sites Online

The following programs are the most reliable and recommended online cash survey sites (The survey lists are organized by country, so please scroll down until you find your country):

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***Programs for United States***

PandaResearch - Rating: 10/10 (USA Only)

Panda Research is the #1 site hands-down, because not only do they pay you to take surveys but they pay you to read emails too! They are highest paying product survey company exclusive to the United States. They offer up to $75 per survey, and you can also earn 3¢ to 25¢ for each email you read. A $3 bonus is awarded when you join.

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MindsPay - Rating: 9/10 (USA Only)

Minds Pay is a new site competing with Panda Research. The companies are very similar, and it's hard to say which one is better. Only time will tell, but I decided to rank Minds Pay as my #2 recommended site right now only because they are newer. However, this is definitely a site worth joining based on their large availability of surveys and generous payout amounts for completing each one.

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VindaleResearch - Rating: 8/10 (USA Only)

Vindale Research is another great site to join if you are looking to earn some quick cash. Although they don't have a paid email program, their survey system is very solid and they pay you very fast.

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***Programs for United Kingdom***

Toluna - Rating: 9/10 (UK Only)

Finally, a survey site made especially for the UK! If you live in the United Kingdom and need money fast, then this is the website for you. Just take a look at their easy surveys and see what we are talking about. Simple format, great payout, perfect program.

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MySurvey - Rating: 8/10 (UK Only)

My Survey is a highly reputed research panel that operates in all of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. If you would like to express your opinions and get paid compensation for your time, then joining the MySurvey panel is highly recommended.

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***Programs for Canada***

Toluna - Rating: 9/10 (Canada Only)

Same as the Toluna program described in the UK section above, but with special offers and surveys just for Canadian residents!

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OpinionOutpost - Rating: 8/10 (Canada and USA)

Here is a second survey site for Canadians (USA can join too). Opinion Outpost has a wide variety of surveys from various companies. If you try them, I guarantee that you will be satisfied.

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***Programs for Australia***

GlobalTestMarket - Rating: 9/10 (Australia Only)

Global Test Market is the premiere paid survey program for Aussies. Join for free, take surveys, and earn money!

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***International Programs***

CashCrate - Rating: 8/10 (All Countries)

Cash Crate is possibly the most popular survey site in the world. The strength of this program is that they are open to residents of all countries. They consistently pay out fast every month. Especially great for people from the USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, India, South Africa, and even other countries that most other survey sites don't allow. They also have games where you can win points and exchange them for great prizes. You also get $1 dollar for free when you join!

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Still Need Cash?

If you do, here are some more outstanding sites to join for free. I know these sites are all very excellent, so please go ahead and try as many as you would like to. InboxPays is a good one for Americans. Keep in mind that a lot of these sites offer instant cash bonses just for signing up! That means you will have made money before you even start your surveys! Most importantly, have fun and enjoy the free cash!

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***Additional USA Programs***

InboxPays - Rating: 7/10 (USA Only)

Inbox Pays is very special and exciting because in addition to the standard paid surveys and emails, they also pay you to play FREE GAMES online. It can't get much more unique and fun than that. You get paid $5 instantly as a free signup bonus, which is awesome too.

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FusionCash - Rating: 7/10 (USA Only)

Fusion Cash is a loyalty program which rewards surfers for trying offers, taking surveys, and more. As an additional gift, you are awarded $5 to your account as soon as you complete you registration!

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Survey4Profit - Rating: 6/10 (USA Only)

Get paid to work from the comfort of home. With Survey 4 Profit you will complete surveys for cash, coupons, and can get a chance to win prizes. I like their simple sign up sheet too.

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GlobalSurveyGroup - Rating: 6/10 (USA Only)

Global Survey Group is an excellent site to win great prizes and cash! It is one of the top paid survey companies for residents of the United States. Currently they are offering their grand prize drawing for $100,000 in cash! You are entered into this raffle when you sign up.

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SurveyPanelGroup - Rating: 6/10 (USA Only)

With the Survey Panel Group, you get paid for your opinion. Sign up and make free money by giving your opinion on well known products and services. The good thing about Survey Panel Group is that their surveys tend to be a lot shorter and quicker than other companies. They also tend to give out lots of extra prizes like vacations and TVs.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much money can I earn doing surveys/watching commercials?

It all depends on how much time you are willing to spend and how fast you can complete surveys. For example, a typical user who spends an hour a day doing online surveys can easily earn hundreds of dollars in a month. Others are successfully making free money on the internet, and there is no reason you can't do it too.

Is it really free to join these sites?

There are no fees to use these sites. They are 100% free. In fact, no credit card or bank account information is required.

Are these programs legal?

Yes, these sites are 100% legal.

What these sites offer sound too good to be true. Are they scams?

No. These sites really do pay you free cash. The money comes from advertisers. I only endorse survey companies that have outstanding reputations of paying all of their users.

There is so much free cash online for those who need it. I hope I taught you some good ways to make money on the internet.