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Content World Turned Upside Down

SoCal Tech Calendar

From GoogleTV to iTunes and YouTube to the rise of social networks to e-book readers to cloud computing and free software, the worlds of newspapers, books, music, platform games, film, television and even software have seen the sales of physical media such as DVDs plummet.

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Content World Turned Upside Down

SoCal Tech Calendar

From GoogleTV to iTunes and YouTube to the rise of social networks to e-book readers to cloud computing and free software, the worlds of newspapers, books, music, platform games, film, television and even software have seen the sales of physical media such as DVDs plummet.

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Explaining FNAC: Feature, Not a Company

Both Sides of the Table

We spoke about my interest in cloud computing, digital media and mobile. Either company had the potential to try and broaden their businesses to turn them into something monetizable whether it be a social network, a telecom company, a gaming company, a media company – whatever. Google has Google Voice.

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Business Success Requires More Than Good Checklists

Startup Professionals Musings

From tablets to smart phones to Google Glass , people are increasingly relying on their mobile devices to assist them in managing their lives. The next phase of evolution will demand device independence, enabling an uninterrupted computing experience as we move from device to device throughout our daily lives. Cloud Computing.

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The Changing Structure of the VC Industry

Both Sides of the Table

We’re all socially connected (so great businesses spread faster). We all have one-click purchase power (Apple, Google, Amazon, eBay). Always-on connectivity of mobile (164m US smartphone users). The VC market has right-sized (returned back to mid 90′s levels & less competition). The iPhone was released.

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The Master Checklist of EVERYTHING You Need to Start a Business

Jason Nazar

Check Google , Yellow Pages , and local directories to ensure your business name is not taken. Ensure your business name is available on a wide variety of social networking websites in order to develop consistent branding ( KnowEm ). Create and manage your social media presence. Set up your computer and network.

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The social Web in 2010: The emerging standards and technologies to watch

SoCal Delicious

On CBS MoneyWatch: Why Debit Cards Are Dangerous BNET Business Network: BNET TechRepublic ZDNet ZDNet Members login Newsletters Site Assistance RSS Feeds Home News & Blogs Videos White Papers Downloads Reviews Popular Enterprise Web 2.0 This is the same with competing activity streams in various social networks.

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