Twitter, Local Search, Cool Websites, Blogs and Web 2.0
Monday, May 26th, 2008|
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The simple dictionary definition of “Twitter” is “microblogging/social networking platform that places a 140- character limit on each individual post/tweet.” However, describing Twitter thusly would fail to encapsulate the power of this new omnipresent medium. So, instead here are 101 examples of how Twitter members regularly use the service.
Community Powered Local Search - This Could Actually Work
I found a site last night that claimed to be the “Easiest Local Search Ever”. My reaction to this: “Oh reeeaaallly.”
A list of 10 websites that are either useful or entertaining. Personal favorites: Cooking for Engineers (self-explanatory), thesixtyone (safari for music junkies), and Rentometer (save money on rent).
GigaOM Favs: 10 Blogs You Should Follow
Om Malik shares the comprised results of a twitter survey and personal contributions of his team members. The results are definitely useful!
Finally the definition of Web 2.0 & 3.0
One of the most misused buzzwords finally gets defined. Now we can stop people from labeling everything on the internet as Web 2.0. Please stop the madness.
