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4 Apps That Will Help You Buy Your House

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So you you’re looking for a new house and you’d like to use your smartphone for some assistance? As the not-so-old saying goes: “there’s an app for that.”

In fact, there are plenty of apps for your mobile phone which can assist you in your search for a dream home. Here are five of the best apps for people on the market for a great piece of real estate.

1. Real Estate by Trulia

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This is a well-designed app that even includes an option for people who are looking to rent, rather than buy, a home. It’s also a location-aware app, assuming you answer “yes” to the question that asks if you’ll allow the app to use your current location. [Read more…] about 4 Apps That Will Help You Buy Your House

Best Technology Jobs in 2013

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Finding a job is not always that easy. I know some people who never seem to have a hard time finding a job, but there are some who may take forever. It’s not all about skills and experience all the time, though. Some of those I know who belong to the first group may not have the best credentials, while some who belong to the second group may be some of the most qualified people I know.
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I guess it’s all about timing – and pieces falling into place.

As we face the second half of the year, and you are looking at finding a job – whether for the first or the nth time – AND you’re looking at the tech sector, here’s a nifty list of the best technology jobs in 2013. Of course, best might be relative, but you get the gist. [Read more…] about Best Technology Jobs in 2013

Creating a Hamptons Quality Home Theater

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The average moviegoer often comments upon the superior quality of sound and picture once they leave their local cinema, but creating a home theater system of equal or better quality can be a daunting challenge if undertaken. Choosing the right television, receiver, speakers and other furnishings can become an exhaustive proposition once you see how many choices and combinations exist. Here is a helpful guide on how best to set up your very own home theater system. [Read more…] about Creating a Hamptons Quality Home Theater

The Business Intelligence Market Continues to Grow

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Research firm Gartner recently announced that the business intelligence (BI) software industry is slated to grow 16 percent in 2013, to a total of $113 million. As BI continues to flourish, entrepreneurs wonder what trends to expect as 2013 unfolds. It’s not just that this year will see high growth; experts project the total will climb above $171 million by 2016.

What exactly is BI software, and what can it do for businesses? Briefly, BI software is a collection of tools that collects and analyzes data, and generates an array of reports. This kind of data can help companies identify new opportunities and maintain a competitive edge. BI revenues comprise everything from corporate performance management (CPM) software to BI platforms. Analytic applications, which peaked in 2012 at $98.1 million, are also included. [Read more…] about The Business Intelligence Market Continues to Grow

Hooked on SNATZ: A Different Kind of Newsreader

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It’s been nearly a month since Google shut down their Reader service, leaving many users – including myself – in search of a suitable replacement. I’ve tested several, including Feedly, which feels most like a traditional newsreader. Then there’s News360, which presents news based on my social media activity.

There’s the one that I’d never heard of before, but is fast becoming my favorite: SNATZ. [Read more…] about Hooked on SNATZ: A Different Kind of Newsreader

7 Tips for Promoting Your Music on Your Blog

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As a musician, one of the most important things you can do to self-promote is maintain a personal blog that incorporates audio clips of your music. But it’s important to do it in such a way that it doesn’t annoy users: all your plug-ins should promote a positive experience. How do you strike that balance?

WordPress offers seven key plugins that are perfect for musicians. It’s arguably the most professional and user-friendly blog option on the market: WordPress looks like a “real” website, and it’s so easy to use that even Luddites can be successful with it.

Here are the best WordPress plugins for promoting your music on your blog. [Read more…] about 7 Tips for Promoting Your Music on Your Blog