Google "Zerg Rush" and gear up to protect your Browser

In a move that’s sure to annihilate the efficiency of a million offices round the globe, Google have programmed a mini-game into their search engine. Head over to Google and type in the words “zerg rush” to find out what happens.

I won't Spill the beans, but it involves a lot of clicky-clacky task, and will grant you a hi-score at the end of game that you can share with the world on Google+.

 Let the Fun begin!!!

Peep in the world of Cloud Computing

My idea of cloud computing was always that it would be beneficial, but that it would actually save so much time was unthinkable.
In these times of increased workload and costs of production and the explosion of data, companies need a database that they can draw resources from, while reducing costs at the same time. Cloud computing has filled this need and has helped the business to act quickly. Not only reducing the amount of time it takes to complete a task by about 90%, but it also reduces the costs borne by the company drastically.

Previously, companies required bandwidth, servers, offices, developers, testers of various programs and other resources that costs a great sum. With cloud computing, all that these companies need is a computer that is connected to a cloud (a term for the Internet)! Open source software set the trend and what we have now is this huge cloud that hosts resources as programs, software, licenses, storage, servers, Web services, infrastructure (to run programs) and a variety tools in an accessible form.
All one need do is log in, search for the service in accordance with the need of the hour, adapt the service / program or ask for help, and start using it. The applications are not just based on IT anymore. You can find services related to HR, accounting and other such services, in addition to customized services. Large companies like Amazon.com and IBM offer storage space on demand. Purpose-built applications can be up and running in 2 days thanks to the development and testing done by millions of users. Services can be measured and selected. Cloud computing is a platform used by some common trading companies to interact with each other.

Perhaps the most comforting features of cloud computing is that it allows the company to pay for what it uses and nothing more, reducing the investment in hardware, software or services, making it similar to other utilities such as electricity. Users can have as little or as much of a service at a given time for as little or as long as they want. Companies also have the opportunity to subscribe to the cloud, or some vendors in a monthly basis and can stop whenever they want. It also offers complete restoration, share models, supports different languages and is easy to use. Also, users have several advantages such as security, new features and performance.

Cloud computing is a revolutionary change that is transforming the face of the business. Not only does it offer the true value to the costs that are pleasing, but it also allows management to focus on areas that may lead to more innovations. Cloud computing breaks the monotony of a rigid infrastructure by taking advantage of options that are flexible, economically viable and cut corners without cutting the bottom line of organizations.

The Future of Social Networking

The social networking is now integrated not for marketing and PR can be a complete denial. From every child in school to major organizations and celebrities, a major number of folks now have their presence in any available Social Forum, the popular ones being Facebook and Twitter. Social media has changed daily routines to get people to whatever forum is always there to use that they are hooked to. This year and the decade that follows, will see how social media will maintain its place in the marketing arena, and the time and the talent of millions of people.

What are the implications of social media on traditional marketing? Will we never be alone again? How much profit can one reap with this new tool? What's next? With more than two billion (and that number is rising as I type) people connected to the Internet and redesigned structure of the compound (usage: Mobile also, available: on the whole time, access: many things that were not accessible before), the Internet is all set to revolutionize, thanks to social networking.
Here's what I think is the future of social networking (and as I write this, I see a few changes happening around).
First, It has a large increase in sales of mobile phones and, above all smartphones. The phone is now another tool, especially for those who call on the move and have no access to social networking sites at work. Since there are an enormous amount of information available on the net now, for the entertainment channels and opportunities remain to be in contact, many prefer their phones to a PC. In addition, companies have now recognized the potential of smartphones, and develop applications for users such as Yammer and Scheduling applications.
Second, Social networking has taken its toll on e-mails. Those so-called "forward" messages have been reduced, with links that are written in social forums around. But companies still continue to use e-mail. The flow of projects, however, can check the progress of different applications, so e-mails. The rise of tools like Google wave will see innovative forms of communication.
Third, Devices such as Apple iPad - also known as the third device - opens a world of possibilities, with the merging of phone and PC and it will give rise to new forms of social networking.
Fourth, Not many people know that they leave their tracks when they use social networking forums like Facebook. This will make things easy to align for the big players on social networking addicts with their products and information. Since there is now a shift towards content comes with a price, and the user being away from traditional search engines to find, integrating the content of specific locations with their own information, it will be now easy for the companies with the data which targets people who need their data.
Fifth, Social and Intranet platforms will be combined in order to give rise to social intranets. Many companies now have their own social networks already!
Sixth, Another "big thing" is to integrate the different login IDs and passwords. The next five years will have access to multiple platforms with a single ID.
Seventh, To generate the use of video content to such training, or with solutions to problems, has increased. In the recent past year, this trend shifted to social networking as well.
Wake up with social media giant slowly to see the profitability of their creations, we are sure to witness a bright future that benefits both individuals and organizations.