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Somewhat Frank Bookmarks (12.02.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 12-02-2005 by Frank Gruber

Is Web 2.0 nothing more than mashups? : Geeking with Greg

Discusses the mashup craze of Web 2.0.

MoMB

The Museum of Modern Betas is a site I just stumbled upon a few days ago.

Emily Chang - eHub

A HUGE list of Web 2.0-ish offerings.

Feed Subscription Button Maker : Add To RSS Buttons

This is a great feed button maker application. Just be sure to save the button images locally so you are not relying on TwisterMC.com to serve you images. Thanks to Lee Odden for pointing it out to me. Apparently this feature will be moving to Lee's site soon.

On Start-ups : tins ::: Rick Klau's weblog

A great aggregation of tips and tricks of some of the recent successful start-up companies.

Mark Cuban On Splogs And BlogSpot

IceRocket's progress on eliminating splogs.

Google AdSense

Google Adsense case studies anyone?

Craigslist the King of Classifieds : Search Engine Journal

Craiglist may be king but apartments.com and cars.com the Classified Ventures initiatives are are close behind based on the September 2005 traffic numbers.

Does Your Company Belong in the Blogosphere? : Harvard Business School

Harvard Business School sounds off about corporate blogging.

Somewhat Frank Bookmarks (11.29.05)

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Santa Claus gets personal in Internet podcasts for children

Santa Claus is not only watching he is podcasting too.

Fuckr - The Next Big Thing : A Jack of All Blogs

This should make you laugh.

Happy birthday Technorati : Niall Kennedy's Blog

Niall Kennedy gives some tidbits of history on Technorati on its birthday.

Google Calendar? : Phil Bradley's weblog

Is Google going to release yet another product this year? A calendar of some sort?

20 Types of Blog Posts - Battling Bloggers Block : ProBlogger

This is a wonderful set of blogger tips for those blogging everyday. We need to throw a change-up every once in awhile or your readers will see the fastball coming and pass. Great advice from the ProBlogger.

Business 2.0 values Druge Report at $120 million, Gawker Media at $76 million: The Blog Herald

Blogs and blog networks continue to make headlines for their values in the millions.

Creating a Star Rater using CSS : Komodo Media

This is pretty cool...a 5 star rating system with on CSS, you just need use Ajax or other method to place your collected data somewhere.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.28.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-28-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

Ten Bloglines Hacks : Micro Persuasion

Steve Rubel has some great tips on tricking out Bloglines.

One in Six Online Americans Sell on Web

Study shows that Americans on selling things online...surprise surprise.

How to Gain Trusted Connectivity

Some advice on how to get solid inbound links.

The Ultimate Geek Gift Guide : Wired News

If you are having trouble finding the perfect gift for a friend, spouse or other loved one this online guide might be useful. It offers gift ideas for home, mobile or everything else so you should be able get some great ideas.

Fast Company on Simple : Signal vs. Noise (by 37signals)

Less is more...simplicity rules!

Google Maps Real-Time GPS Tracker

This post gives instructions on how plot GPS information real-time with Google Maps.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.22.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-22-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

Ask Jeeves Integrates GoFish Multimedia Search : Online Marketing Blog

GoFish offers multimedia search integration options.

Google Unveils Tool to Map Shopping Trips

Google Maps API is now being employed by Google's Froogle website.

Chicago : Emergintex

Chicago has emerged on the technology scene.

Yahoo Backlink Information : SEObook.com

This a great SEO tool for determining how many linkbacks your site has.

Feed for Thought : by FeedBurner

FeedBurner speaks out about the future of feeds and circulation in its first market report.

Questions, Answers on Newspaper Business

Some informative Q & A on the state of the newspaper business.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.21.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-21-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

Journalists Who Won't Give Up : WashingtonPost.com

"Investigatory journalism" …  one of my favorite terms since it was used in a quote by Ben Stiller in the movie Zoolander.

The Playlist: Great Online Sources for Finding New Music

Some great places to discover new music.

Tis' the season for recruiting : Niall Kennedy's Blog

Niall has some interesting observations about employment and how the holiday season may cause some self-examination.

Study: Search Now No. 2 Among Web Tasks

Searching is now the second most used web task behind email.

Pubcon X Wrap Up : Online Marketing Blog

Webmaster World Pubcon 10 wrap up in case you were unable to make it out to Vegas.

API launches newspaper innovation initiative--spending $2MM on consultants' fees? : Susan Mernit's Blog

Will this whitepaper hold the secrets to the newspaper company's innovation strategy?

The answer to splog. : Websolvers Blog

This post gives a great overview on splog and mentions Splog Reporter. I appreciate the mention Rochelle and let me know if you have any specific questions.

The Google Maps API Gets Its Own Blog

The Google Map API is so popular that it is now getting it's own blog.

Instantly Hooked on Diggdot.us : TechCrunch

This new service combines Digg, Slashdot and Del.icio.us.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.18.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-18-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

It's not a boom I tell ya... it's not! : The Jason Calacanis Weblog

Is there a beef between Jason Calacanis and John Battelle?

The Economy Of Buzz: Blogs Are Market Conversations : Robin Good's Latest News

Why do we talk?

Google, Your Long Tail is Showing : Micro Persuasion

Interesting Google observations from Steve Rubel.

Geneticists Claim Aging Breakthrough : Slashdot

Would you want to age slower?

What's a newspaper company worth? : Barry Parr

A common question in recent weeks.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.17.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-17-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

Hacking the Hybrid Vehicle : Wired News

Kits allow you to hack your hybrid for even better gas mileage.

I am NOT blogging about Google : Venture Chronicles

Good luck with your promise!

Yak Launches Free Video and Voice Service : Slashdot

Another free VoIP service that just launched.

What the In-Crowd Knows : WSJ.com

Here are a few influential blogs. Wait ... Somewhat Frank did not make the list?

Thanks to Web Ads, Some Find New Money in Domain Names : WSJ.com

Domain parking and other strategies make domain buying a business.

Buffett's investment company ups Home Depot stake fivefold

Can't get enough Home Depot...and maybe even Bed Bath and Beyond if there is enough time.

Nations Urge U.S. to Cede Internet Control

Who is driving the ship?

Yahoo to Add 5 Gawker Media Blogs to Web Site

Yahoo is further integrating blogs into its website.

Who's Running the Internet?

Solar Power? Windmills? Google?

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.16.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-16-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

Sports Lounge LLC launches the Sports Cartel Blog Network : The Blog Herald

Sports themed blog network launched.

Google's Classified Play Launches : Online News Squared

Ironically, this post mentions how Google's founder was puzzled by the Newspaper online classified ads a few years back and now Google has launched GoogleBase, its own classified ads project, of sorts. Additionally, I posted about GoogleBase on Somewhat Frank back in September and then again in late October in the post titled Google Base To Take On Craigslist, eBay, and Newspapers.

Amazon to sell individual book pages : Phil Bradley's Blog

One page at time...via Amazon.

Microsoft to remove Sony BMG malware

Microsoft is removing DRM from Sony CD's after a bug was found which opened PC's up to hackers!

Porn industry gears up for mobile phones, iPods

Wireless air waves are preparing to blast porn to phones, iPods, and other devices.

TiVo Netflix RSS Reader : tins ::: Rick Klau's weblog

This download allows Netflix users to view their account via the TiVo on your TV by putting it in RSS format.

State of the Blogosphere, Follow up : The RSS Blog

According this post, Mark Cuban has listed some things IceRocket is doing to combat Splog.

37 Signals, 1 Clear Message

One clear message = keep it simple!

"Spend less money, hire fewer people, work fewer hours, and -- most surprising of all -- offer fewer features."

PAL vs. NTSC

Excellent overview of PAL and NTSC formats if you are into video editing and need to figure out the best option for your project needs.

As Blogs and Citizen Journalism Grow,  Where's the News? : Poynter Online

An interesting article on blogs and citizen journalism.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.15.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-15-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

The $100 Laptop Moves Closer to Reality : WSJ.com

I wrote a post called Are $100 Laptops A Reality back in September so it's nice to see it in the news again.

Microsoft Launches Search for Businesses : Yahoo! News

Businesses can search their desktop, e-mail, network with Microsoft's search.

Why Your School Has Hope : WSJ.com

This article highlights a trend in college football and how this years lousy college football team could be the next to win!

The Google Story -- An Excerpt From David A. Vise's Book

I just added this book to my Amazon Wish List and Shoposphere pick list...I think it is worth a read.

A Boy, His Site and His Civil Liberties Lawsuit

A High School student set up a site ripping his school and thus he was suspended, now he is cashing in on lawsuits since his rights were violated.

Tribune Taking MetroMix Brand National : PaidContent.org

A little more info on the "new" Metromix sites.

Pajamas Media Closes $3.5 Million Venture Round

Another blog network gets some VC money.

Backpack Blackberry Hack : Signal vs. Noise

A "how to" on enabling your Crackberry to use the 37Signals Backpack application.

Google Integrates Free Analytics Service With AdWords, Offers Some Free Tools To Non-Partners

Google just keeps pumping out new products and services...it is simply amazing!

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.14.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-14-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

It's showtime for Trib's quiet CEO

More talk of Tribune taking action.

A Breakthrough Few Months for Portable TV

A good recap of the feats of television in the last few months. Geez, times are a changin'.

Blogpulse Top List Spammed

Sounds like Blogpulse could use the services of Splog Reporter to assist in cleaning up their directory of blogs.

Tagging By Bloggers, A Small Study : Napsterization

This is an interesting post on tagging by Mary Hodder.

Press Release for Syntagma Media Launch : SYNTAGMA

New blog network recent launched by John Evans.

AOL to Have Reruns on Demand

Old TV favorites on demand via AOL.

Crack Down On Prostitutes Using Website

Is Craigslist acting as an online pimp?

Attack of the Blogs : Forbes.com

This is a thorough overview on blogging and the influential powers of the blogosphere.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.13.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-13-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

10 Most Powerful Women in Blogging : Jack of All Blogs

Top woman bloggers ... congrats to all!

Warren Buffett, Unplugged : WSJ.com

A wonderful article highlighting Warren Buffett  and his "hands-off" approach. Also gives 5 investing tips worth reading.

10 Best Entrepreneur Blogs : Lifehacker

Entrepreneurs cannot miss these blogs.

Jesus Juice Label : Doc Searls Weblog

A couple of winemakers are trying to make it big off of the king of pop and his sick and twisted world.

WiMAX Won’t Catch 3G? : Blogola

Interesting study results on WiMAX adoption.

Regulating Search Conference @ Yale : SEO Book.com

This might be worth attending at Yale.

Google expands Wi-Fi Coverage : googlecrumbs

Google's wi-fi bubble growing larger in California.

Companies Have Four Choices : by Josh Hallett

This is something all businesses should read, understand and act on!

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.12.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-12-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

Child Still for Sale on Craigslist?

This is just so wrong! A mother tried to sell her 4 year old child on Craigslist for $500.

10 Best Entrepreneur Blogs : Lifehacker

Entrepreneurs cannot miss these blogs.

Cuban : SteelCityBlog

I heard that Mr. Cuban was interested in purchasing the Pirates Pirates baseball team and they turned him down...are the Chicago Cubs next on the list?

Ten Technorati Hacks : Micro Persuasion

A great resource for Technorati hacks presented by Steve Rubel.

"BLOODBATH" : Breaking the Media Code

This chart shows the drops in newspaper circulation numbers...it's NOT pretty folks!

This is a blog… : Blog Maverick

Exactly, sometimes people take things too seriously!

Blogging from Flock : Chris Galfi’s Report

Offers bloggers perspective on using the "social web browser", Flock, and its toolkit to write blog posts.

Audible unveils podcast-monitoring service : News.com

Audible could really help companies determine how many users are actually listening to podcasts not just downloading them.

Warner Music Turns to Web

More flocking to the online music industry.

Don't Manage Time, Manage Yourself

Great advice and quotes by David Allen , Founder of David Allen and Company.

Forty Faces

This is a little project I was able to be a beta blogger for hence my ugly mug shows up when I write a blog post. I think it is an artistic and cool project.

Somewhat Frank del.icio.us Bookmarks (11.11.05)

del.icio.us bookmarks for 11-11-2005 by Somewhat Frank (a.k.a)  Frank Gruber

Adsense Of The Future

Interesting Google Adsense predictions on the jackol’s den blog.

Eat, Sleep, Work, Consume, Die

Celebrate cause life is short and sweet for certain...thank you Dave Matthews for that wonderful Two Step lyric.

AOL Weblogs Inc., advertising for bloggers

I wonder what the salary range is?

BlogStar Network paying $10 per post to bloggers

Is this a blogosphere scam? Hmm...try it and see I guess...

Can You Afford the American Dream?

It's depressing to see what you need to make to live the American Dream these days!

Time Management tips when writing multiple blogs

Decent suggestions on managing multiple blogs.

Gekko Blogs is Hiring

Blogging for $30K a year...anyone interested?