Yes, Ajax is a household product your Mom used to clean the sink. But in the Web 2.0 world, Ajax stands for “Asynchronous JavaScript and XML.” The term does not represent a technology itself. It is the combination of technologies that enhance the usability, speed, and interactivity of web pages. Ajax represents a fundamental shift [...]
Google Alternative – Blog Revenue
After reading about AdBrite, I decided to give it a try on my AMG Mercedes-Benz | Enthusiasts blog. Similar to Google, AdBrite allows you to choose between text and image ads, tracks clicks, and displays results. Setup was unusually simple and quick. If you use AdBrite, let me know if it is working for you. [...]
Photo Sharing Sites Reviewed
If Zooomr, Photobucket, Flickr, or Shutterfly mean anything to you, check out Read/Write’s review of photo sharing space (link provided below). Written by Alex Iskold and edited by Richard MacManus, this faceoff review compares features and discusses a few of the pros and cons for each service. It is a great read for anyone just [...]
OK Go, Low-Budget Video Sets Record – 9 Million Downloads
Unless you’re a YouTube junkie you probably never heard of OK Go, but the Chicago rock band has made history. The band’s ultra-low-budget video clip, “A Million Ways,” is currently the most-downloaded music video of all time – over 9 million downloads. What affect does this have on business? Social networking sites such as YouTube, [...]
No. of Blogs Doubles Every Six Months
Last week I listened in on a webinar hosted by MarketTools (sponsored by Zoomerang). The topic, “Consumer Led Innovation: Harnessing the Power of Online Content and Communities for Breakthrough Ideas.” The MarketTools presentation included far too much “self-promo” for my tastes, but the background info was informative nonetheless. The graph below showing the growth of [...]
AMA Fall Marketing Workshop
AMA Fall Marketing Workshop October 23-26, 2006 Sheraton San Diego – San Diego, CA This event for marketing professionals offers you the opportunity to design a customized program that most benefits your needs and marketing objectives. With over 20 presentations to choose from, including tracks specializing in the latest in strategic marketing, CRM, branding and [...]
