Instant Messaging

Instant messaging is a form of communication over the internet, which is possible because of collaboration clients. These software developers designed chat rooms and and chat room software that anyone could use with an account. ICQ was a popular free software that many people began using shortly after instant messaging first came out in the 1990's! This is the basic model people have used, still till today. For example, yahoo messenger, AOL, iPhone instant messaging, Mac OS X and Windows Instant Messenger. Those are just a few of the many instant messengers out there. You can use IM's to connect with friends or co workers by simply adding them to your contact list. I personally prefer to use the messenger that Mac OS X has because it is easy to use and all my friends, family and co workers are all already on my contact list so I can keep in touch with them at all times while I'm on my computer and if for some reason I do not have my cell.



http://computer.howstuffworks.com/e-mail-messaging/instant-messaging.htm

Advantages and Disadvantages to Using VOIP

VoIP stands for Voice Over Internet Protocol and is the reason you are able to make voice calls over the internet. I feel like it has both its advantages and disadvantages. I also feel like it has more advantages than disadvantages. For example, technically, it allows for you to communicate with individuals for cheap, and it is unlimited. If you have access to a computer and internet, you are good to go. The sound is amazing, it sounds like the person is literally right next to you. Another cool thing about VoIP is you can download things such as Skype, which not only allow you to use the voice connection, but it also allows you to video chat. It's always a good thing to have, so you can keep in touch and still see your old friends or family away from home. A disadvantage is that it is only as reliable as your internet service. If you have a bad internet connection, then chances are your VoIP won't work well and you may loose connection while making calls etc.

Usefulness of LinkedIn

LinkedIn is simply a place to network, connect and link with people in your career field or field of interest, as well as with your friends and co workers. It is supposed to be a good way to share your opinions on discussions, join groups and networks and share your profession. You can join interest groups or create your own. It is a social website but it is used more for networking and is more business related than fun related. It is also not as personal as other social sites such as Facebook. It can be helpful in promoting your business, keeping track of businesses in the communities, and viewing opinions. It is also very helpful in networking, getting more people involved with your business or helping you with your business. I personally feel like LinkedIn is a time waster for my self. However, it really depends on the person using it. If you do have your own business going on or you want to get inside peoples heads to see how they feel about your products or employers, businesses etc. personally, then it is a great website. If you are trying to establish some sort of business based off your interests, it can help you network. Like I said, it really all depends on the person.

Compare and Contrast Facebook, Twitter and Instigram

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Student Nurse News Podcast

I was interested to see this podcast because I am going to school for Nursing. I am actually really glad I came across this because it has tips for studying the NCLEX, Nursing school survival tips and many other helpful tips to help you succeed with Nursing. If you are interested in Nursing or the medical field, this may give you some really helpful things as well. Go check it out!

http://www.podcast.com/Education/Higher-Education/S-1211.htm 

Brain Science Podcast

This is a really cool science podcast. It caught my attention with the word science, which is why I chose it. I find these kinds of things very interesting. They have a lot of information on different parts of the brain, diseases associated with the brain and cells and neurons that travel to the brain. If you are into science or the brain overall, this is something you would be interested in. I think this is one of the different podcasts I have seen but it is very beneficial, especially if you are say, going to school to be a doctor, surgeon or other sort of medical field specifically involving the brain. Overall, it is good information to know either way.

http://www.podcast.com/S-18369.htm

The Nutrition Diva Podcast

This podcast caught my attention because I am trying to eat well and be more healthy overall and the first step to getting healthy is eating right. This is a great podcast for some of the health freaks out there. There are several nutritional tips,  unknown facts, and eating habits for anyone to follow. I think that anyone and everyone can benefit from this podcast though. I actually was surprised at some of the information, its's good stuff. Go check it out!

http://www.podcast.com/S-1167.htm