Internet Telephony – A few offerings – VOIP – Skype – Gizmo

This analysis looks at the offerings of a few popular commercial VOIP providers. The main issue was US and Canada inbound (local number) and outbound calling from PC and my Nokia N82 S60 mobile phone. Requirements Outbound calling preferably with a caller ID Inbound calling with a local phone number in USA and Canada Voicemail [...]

The Eight Business Models of Online Video

When looking at online video, and the opportunities therein, it is important to go over the various business models already existent, as they are trying to solve some level of pain with some good or service. Create your own content – make money through distribution and/or advertising – Lonelygirl15, Hulu Create someone else’ content, video [...]

Twenty Trends for the Next Ten Years

Caveat, these are specific to my own interests and attention in higher education and information technology, but also in regards to energy, material science and sensors, since these last three sectors will have feedback effects on the other trends. Forecasting? Not Possible People I have spoken with about the future know I am suspicious to [...]