Archive for March, 2009

Go Daddy Joins as Hosting Partner in Microsoft BizSpark Program

March 21st, 2009 Social Guy

Go Daddy

Go Daddy joins effort to help jump-start Internet entrepreneurs, offer its unique services as hosting partner in Microsoft BizSpark program. As part of this new alliance with Microsoft, BizSpark participants can utilize Go Daddy’s first-class, low-cost hosting services as part of a network of unique offerings provided for qualified Internet start-ups.

As a BizSpark hosting partner, Go Daddy will offer BizSpark members a wide range of essential applications and services including domain registration, hosting and SSL certificates for an extremely affordable price. Go Daddy will be the first Microsoft BizSpark hosting partner to provide member start-ups with this combination of services. In addition, these new companies will have access to Go Daddy’s industry-best personalized customer service 24/7/365.

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Posted in Microsoft, News, StartUp 4 Comments »

Bookrix.com Launches Program to let Aspiring Authors get Published

March 20th, 2009 Social Guy

BookRix

I previously informed you about Bookrix.com, flickr for writers and I wanted to keep you updated on some exciting news. Bookrix is introducing their new Print-On-Demand program, which will allow top users to have their works published for free.

Bookrix is committed to helping aspiring authors launch their careers by providing the best online platform for users to share and receive feedback on their works, and the Print-On-Demand program is the next step in helping writers reach their goals by having their works published. (more…)

Posted in Social Media, Web 2.0 No Comments »

Bridging the iPhone VoIP gap, Nimbuzz’s Brand New Mobile Social Messenger

March 19th, 2009 Social Guy

Nimbuzz

Today, Nimbuzz finally announcing the ultimate iPhone VoIP app with their latest update on the App Store! With free Wifi calls to instant messaging buddies already available, new additions include the introduction of a dial-pad and the ability to make VoIP calls to landlines and mobiles via Skype-Out, and Nimbuzz’s major SIP provider partners including Gizmo5, Vyke, and SIPgate over Wifi – effectively turning the iPod touch into an iPhone.

Nimbuzz bridges the iPhone VoIP gap by allowing VoIP calls over 3G via its Dial-Up VoIP option in over 50 countries. It allows iPhone users to call (international) mobile and landlines at significantly reduced costs, by dialing a local access number that connects to anywhere in the world via Nimbuzz VoIP servers. (more…)

Posted in iPhone, Mobile, Social Media 9 Comments »

Survey: Most Embarrassed by Their Social Networking Profile

March 19th, 2009 Social Guy

Embarrassed by Their Social Networking Profile

How are you? I thought you might be interested in the following survey results from Yasni.com, the leading people search engine. According to a new survey, more than half of Web users (53%) admit they would be embarrassed if an employer, teacher or parent viewed the content on their social networking profile on Facebook, MySpace or similar sites.

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Posted in Search Engine, Social Networking 2 Comments »

Bumblehood – Access and Organize Information more Effectively

March 18th, 2009 Social Guy

Bumblehood

Bumblehood is a community-driven wiki portal which contains a knowledge base about countries and cities worldwide, covering a multitude of topics such as geography, politics, history, landmarks, transportation, local businesses and others.

It is organized in a semantic, structured way which enables easy access to all relevant information, and adding new content is very easy to do through a WYSIWYG editor, all powered by the innovative BumbleMap platform. A vibrant, engaged and active community is encouraged to share their experiences with local businesses and services and submit reviews to help others make informed decisions about where to spend their time and money. (more…)

Posted in Community, Social Media, Web 2.0 1 Comment »
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