Talking Technology with Leroy Jones, Jr.

HDTV TOOLS

For those of you who have a Hi-Def TV it is always an effort to figure out all of the bells and whistles that come with it.

Check out this article on, "High-Def Streaming Tools".

Might just open up a new world for you and your Hi-Def TV.

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TECHNOLOGY POWER - JUST UNPLUG IT

Did you know that even though you may have turned off your PC, Video Game Machine, or Plasma TV by leaving them plugged in at the source they are still helping to raise your monthly energy bill?

These products are some of the most power hunger consumer goods that we use everyday.

Because these products when turned off are only in stand-by mode there energy use meter continues to run.

Key Tip: Save by unplugging at the source.

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EMPTY HANDED

Remote2_May 2008.jpg Can you believe it! I never thought I would see this day.

Finally we have solution to all those random remote controls sitting around your house. It seems that that Sony, who is a main player in electronic consumer industry has cut a deal with the Cable TV Folks to get rid of those dreaded "cable boxes".

Don't you remember how you had to position those cable boxes on top of your 17 or 19-inch TV just so they would not fall off? Oh . . . those were the days! :-)

So how do I survive now with one less remote? I think every man in America will struggle with this loss, and I think EVERY WOMAN will rejoice!!!

HAAAAAAA!!!

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TECH TERM: DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS

In our ever expanding world of technology. The way we reach out to each other is changing every day. We are living through the days of Digital Communications.

What is Digital Communications?

Definition: Myriad of outbound communications tactics that leverage digital technology to deliver messages: e-mail, video, text messaging, online advertising, paid search, optimized press releases, podcasts, and vodcasts.

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EARTHQUAKE IN CHINA

The catastrophic earthquake in China has created enormous human loss and suffering. My prayers and thoughts go out to everyone affected.

So it is not surprising that our global technological world has been affected. Thought the articles below would show some of the issues being discussed.

Major US Firms

IT Companies

Blogging the Earthquake

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TECH TERM: DIGITAL NEWS HUB

What do you call an online pressroom, newsroom or media center?

Digital News Hub - A new media term for the 21st Century.

Definition: A robust source of news and media content designed to provide on-demand access to news release, contacts, background information, and digital media assets including photos, graphics, audio, video, and multimedia content. Often incorporated into an organization's Web site. Branded product- and service-specific hubs (stand-alone Web properties) are effective elements of online visibility and search-positioning programs.

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TECHNICAL WEATHER ALERT

Weather_May 2008.jpg In the aftermath of the bad weather in the Midwest and the South, including my home state of North Carolina, it was very clear that the improved weather technology and its ability to predict storms has changed the way folks are notified and how the stories are reported.

The improved technology has helped to save lives, but it has lead broadcasters to err on the side of caution. Ironically, this has many TV viewers upset at the interruptions of their favorite shows by what many see as over-the-top notification.

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SIGN OF THE TIMES

In another sign of our ever changing times, here is a article about how we are now viewing more video content online.

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DR. KINGS'S DREAM AND THE INTERNET . . . UNITING PEOPLE

On yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending the United States Congressional Ceremony Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Capital Hill. It was a great event that brought together the Congressional Leadership from both political parties. The keynote speaker of the event was Dr. King's son, Martin L. King, III

His death has profoundly affected not only my community, but the entire global community. His legacy of non-violence and faith lives on today.

I received my invitation to attend this event via the internet, which made me think about how much technology has changed our world and how we view it. The events from that day 40 years ago are still affecting how we live and think today. Our booming technological and innovative world has been shaped by that movement and his comment to bring people together.

This is the one sure thing the internet does . . . it brings people together. It evens the playing field. And that was the goal and the continuing legacy of the Civil Rights Movement.

The history of this fight for justice and change can now be studied on the internet. It means that generations of people from all over the world now have a opportunity to fully understand the scope of what this man and a generation of people, who I called or call, Mama, Daddy, Uncle, Cousin, and Neighbor have accomplished.

I wonder how different the world would have been if the internet had been around at the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement. Do you think that all of the innovation and creativity we have achieved would have come to pass without the "Movement"?

Even with all of this new innovation, there is still talk of discrimination and barriers. We know there is a digital divide between the haves and the have-nots. What is more compelling is that the folks under 40 now see this divide shaped by class and economic status more than race. How refreshing.

Come to think of it, this man, Dr. King helped lead the Birmingham Bus Boycott at 26 years old. Let's hope that the young people of today and tomorrow continue to lead us to end this digital divide of both race and class in both our nation and the world.