Tag: "Facebook"
Who’s watching you on the Internet?
Over the last year or 2 there has been more and more talk of internet privacy and how it impacts us all. For example, if you have never updated your Facebook privacy settings – everyone on the internet can view you photos, profile, info, wall posts, friends etc. Almost 1/4 of Facebook users don’t know […]
Read More | ShareFoursquare fires a privacy shot across Facebook’s bow
Yesterday we all got word that Facebook is announcing their location services application like Foursquare. My gut told me that if Facebook did announce a location/checkin system that privacy would be a big concern— If Facebook launches “location services” would you use them? —and it looks like I was on the mark because Foursquare posted […]
Read More | ShareFacebook Launches Location Features – Facebook Places
Facebook has now officially launched their own Geo-location app inside Facebook – Facebook places. The Facebook iPhone application has been updated however when you go to click ‘Places’ it says the function in not available in our area yet. This is exciting stuff and may pose a real threat to Foursquare. It will be exciting […]
Read More | ShareHow to Get more Facebook Fans
What is the best way to generate rapid growth on your Facebook fan page? 1. Generate growth within your own Network of contacts The best way to start is by getting multiple influential users (whom are contacts of yours) to invite all of their friends to become fans your fanpage. If you can get 20 […]
Read More | ShareBuild your contact List with Social Media
If you want to grow your business or find an independent work, the establishment of contacts via social media is essential. The task is enormous, with so much talk and activity on social media sites, but it can be done if navigated efficiently. Take note that others want to do the same, if you are […]
Read More | ShareSocial Networking Australia Launched
Hi All, Quick note to let you know i have create a Social Networking site aimed at Social Media enthusiasts in Australia. I hope this gives us a place to chat and network in an informal and relaxed manner. Feel free to check out the Social Network and sign up at: http://socialnetworking.socialmedianews.com.au/ It is built […]
Read More | ShareEmployee/ Boss Facebook Fail
Found this funny picture doing the rounds. These days alot of employees connect with their bosses on Facebook. I think its generally best to keep your personal life amongst your friends and family – leave work at work. Anyway if you do add your boss to Facebook, don’t make this mistake: Picture courtesy: http://twitpic.com/2eg9wc
Read More | ShareFacebook gives users 25 free Facebook credits
Many users have been given free Facebook credits to buy social games. It seems Facebook is pushing these products further as some gaming developers are making huge money out of the games/ apps. Users are also able to purchase gifts for other users (eg when it is someones birthday) but this feature will actually be […]
Read More | ShareHow Facebook generates revenue [INFOGRAPH]
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Facebook was launched in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg for Harvard students to connect with eachother. After 1 month half of Harvard students had a profile. Now today Facebook has over 500 million users and is planning to generate $1 billion- $1.1 billion profit in 2010. Have a look at the below infograph about how Facebook […]
Read More | ShareFacebook to Build New 300,000 Square Foot Data Centre
As a result of Facebook’s massive growth over the past year, and now hitting 500 million users globally – the company has decided to build a 300,000 square foot datacentre in Prineville, Oregon – USA. Facebook is designing the data centre with energy efficiency in mind and utilising the latest ‘green’ technologies to do this. […]
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