web 2.0
Personal SaaS - My Cloud Computing Applications
February 20, 2009
I work for a Software as a Service (SaaS) company, so it's only natural for me to assume a technology advocate role for cloud computing in general. In the technology realm (and specifically in the software space), the terms cloud computing and SaaS are hot topics, especially in light of an economic downturn. The move towards Internet based applications are becoming the new norm. Web-based services such as Flickr, Google Docs, and Gmail are all examples of cloud computing. Whether you realize it or not, chances are that you are utilizing cloud computing in your everyday life. While there are some distinct differences between SaaS applications for the consumer/individual and those for organizations, the fundamental principles still apply.
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Being a Good Twitter Citizen -- A Twitter Manifesto
December 08, 2008
In every social construct, there is abuse. Obvious mentions here is the abuse of authority in both politics and business (insert current economic woes here). Perhaps on a less grand scale but still present, is the abuse of social networking of which Twitter is no exception. The good news is that it's fairly easy to mute offenders by simply not following them on Twitter (the term "unfollow" seems to be the new verb).
There is much discussed about proper Twitter etiquette in the blogosphere. However, I would classify much of the advice as simply having good manners while using Twitter. This might appease those that follow you but does little to enhance your "street cred" and does even less for building your Twitter audience and your personal or corporate brand. Just like being honest and having integrity is good in business (long-term view), being a good Twitter citizen is ultimately good for your online reputation.
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