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Back to school

Back to school

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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As schools gear up to open, students are reminded that preparation can turn their academic journey from drudgery to delight.
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It's easy being green

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Go green with your searches! Ecosia, the eco-friendly search engine, donates 80% of profits to save rainforests, powered by clean energy.
Be a great dj

Spin doctors

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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There are plenty of great ways to listen to music online – grooveshark.com, www.audiolizer.com and music.napster.com to name just three.
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Get the ball rolling

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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A hard afternoon surfing the internet can make you feel as if your brain is turning to mashed potatoes, but there's a way to turn that all around.
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Animalarium

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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A treat for all animal lovers, this blog features images and artwork, all to do with animals, real and fantastic.
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Common misconceptions

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Vikings apparently didn't wear horns on their helmets. Swallowed chewing gum does not sit in the digestive system for seven years.
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Make your move

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Moving house? Let Moveezy handle the hassle. This New Zealand service covers power, internet, and more, with a free and a premium option at NZD $39.95.
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Kiwi lingo, from 'eh' to zed

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Explore Kiwi lingo from 'eh' to 'zed' at www.newzealandslang.com, the ultimate repository for New Zealand slang, perfect for locals and newcomers alike.
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The divided states of america

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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The shooting of US Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, in which six other people died, has left the USA more polarised than ever.
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Websites made just how you like them...courtesy of facebook

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Have you been surfing the web recently and been surprised to find your Facebook icon displayed on a web page, and a button urging you to 'Become the fan'?.
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'Facebook to shut down' – facebookers despair

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Facebookers in shock as a fake news story claims the social network will shut down in March, sparking worldwide panic and confusion.
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How to buy a smartphone

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Choosing the right smartphone is crucial. NetGuide's key tips ensure you don't end up with a dud for your tech needs.
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First Look: Android 3.0 “Honeycomb”

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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At CES in Las Vegas, Google unveiled Android 3.0 Honeycomb, designed explicitly for tablets, set to launch in early 2011.
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The most awesome upgrades for your pc

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Revitalise your sluggish PC with easy upgrades. From boosting memory to ditching viruses, our guide will have your old computer feeling new again.
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Take care using wi-fi

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Beware of fake wi-fi networks in public places - cyber criminals are lurking there, ready to steal your personal info.
Cyber crime

Internet attack kits for dummies

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Cybercrime is becoming more accessible to a wider audience, increasing the odds that the average user will be victimised.
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Free 0133 directory service goes live

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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In an effort to turn New Zealand's telephone directory business upside down, a new free-to-call business directory has been launched.
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Under-35s prefer apps to web browsers

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Research in the US has found that smartphone apps are fast becoming the favourite way to access internet radio, maps, social networks, navigation and games.
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Girls arrested after 'attack a teacher day' prank

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Six girls at Carson Middle School, Nevada, were arrested for creating a Facebook event titled 'Attack a Teacher Day,' claiming it was a joke.
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Myspace lays off almost half its staff

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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MySpace slashes nearly half its workforce amid falling ad revenue and user numbers, CEO cites restructuring for future growth.