Tag Archives: Social networks

Google makes social media interesting again

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Bill Wren

I found myself wondering if Google might be the first company to actually get social media by focusing on the word social and realizing something was lacking in a big way in the world of social networks and technology generally. … Continue reading →

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Dueling social networks: Google+ and Facebook

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Bill Wren

Although I’m using Google+ I know absolutely nothing about it. And I’ve yet to find the time to really explore it. The comforting thing is knowing that no one else knows anything about it. Everything is speculation. People using it … Continue reading →

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Dear 2010

Posted on December 31, 2009 by Bill Wren

If you don’t mind, I would like to make a few requests of you. While I don’t wish to appear dogmatic and inflexible, and if I may be blunt, you are of absolutely no use or merit to me should … Continue reading →

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Facebook grabs FriendFeed: a speculation festival

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Bill Wren

With just about everyone weighing in on the Facebook acquisition of FriendFeed, I thought I’d add to the noise and toss in my riveting insight (or lack thereof). First of all, I’ve no idea what it means. But then, no … Continue reading →

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Social media is gossip (that’s why it works)

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Bill Wren

I had lunch in downtown Fredericton yesterday and while I had my laptop with me and a wi-fi connection I didn’t do much with them. The day was beautiful and I just wanted to sit and watch the world. As … Continue reading →

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