It is becoming increasingly harder for those who do not possess technology skills to excel in society. If you need to pay bills, apply for a job, search for financial aid, or find information, you are at a real disadvantage Read more…
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Imagine going to the grocery store with peanut butter on your list. When you get there, you realize there are over 20 different types of peanut butter – smooth, chunky, light, reduced fat, natural, organic, etc. Then, try to compare Read more…
New fees drive down adult education enrollment in Florida Many of Florida’s high school dropouts are giving up the chance to go back to school because they now are required to pay tuition. Enrollment in GED preparation classes has fallen Read more…
Smart phones are becoming increasingly popular. Now that they are becoming more affordable, it is not that uncommon to see people in every economic bracket with one. The PEW Research Center has completed surveys about the demographics of smart phone Read more…
According to Facebook statistics, there are over 800 million active users on this social network. The US Census Bureau’s reflection of 312 million residents in America seems to pale in comparison. If 50% of these Facebook users logon daily (and, yes, those Read more…
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