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Windows XP and the LifeCycle Confusion

Steve Ballmer says one thing. And Microsoft appears to refute it in its next public statement. It leads to confusion and Microsoft customers are left wondering. Jared Proudfoot from the Microsoft lifecycle group attempts a clarification:
“…Windows XP will remain in what Microsoft calls “mainstream support” to April 14, 2009, and continue in […]

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Nine Inch Nails: Free Sampler

It seems that a new method of marketing is emerging on the Internet. It began with Radiohead and is continuing with Nine Inch Nails. Online, Nine Inch Nails is offering a free sampler. For the new album, the fan determines how much to pay (or donate):
“…Nine Inch Nails’ new album Ghosts I-IV, […]

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Google Offers A Doodle Prize

You probably have seen the Google doodle and have been reminded that the day was a special occasion. The Google art work is now part of what the Internet community expects from Google. It has become part of the tradition of their logo. Now Google has opened up a competition for school […]

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Free Happy Meals For Good Report Cards

Let’s put some McDonald’s golden arches over the schools in Seminole County, Florida. Somehow, McDonald’s has been able to convince school officials to reward good grades with a free Happy Meal:
“…The incentives are described as “food prizes,” and a report card of all A’s and B’s or an attendance record blemished by just two […]