Stay abreast of the technology landscape with this (developing) list of news resources! Recommended by IT Council members, these resources offer a wide variety of technology related-information. Enjoy!
Additional Resources:
- Ars Technica: "At Ars Technica--the name is Latin-derived for the "art of
technology"--we specialize in original news and reviews, analysis of
technology trends, and expert advice on topics ranging from the most
fundamental aspects of technology to the many ways technology is
helping us enjoy our world. We work for the reader who not only needs
to keep up on technology, but is passionate about it." Source: http://arstechnica.com/site/about-ars-technica.ars
- CIO.com and CIO Magazine: "Starting in 1987 with CIO magazine, CIO's portfolio of properties has
grown to provide technology and business leaders with insight and
analysis on information technology trends and a keen understanding of
IT's role in achieving business goals. The magazine and website have
received more than 160 awards to date, including two Grand Neal Awards
from the Jesse H. Neal National Business Journalism Awards and two
National Magazine of the Year awards from the American Society of
Publication Editors." Source: http://www.cio.com/about-cio
- CNET: "CNET shows you the exciting possibilities of how technology can enhance
and enrich your life. We provide you with information, tools, and
advice that help you decide what to buy and how to get the most out of
your tech." Source: http://www.cnet.com/who-we-are/
- iLibrarian:News and resources on Library 2.0 and the information revolution.Written by Ellyssa Kroski.
- InformationWeek: "InformationWeek is the business technology market's foremost
multimedia brand. We recognize that business technology executives use
various platforms for different reasons throughout the technology
decision-making process, and we develop our content accordingly. The
real-world IT experience and expertise of our editors, reporters,
bloggers, and analysts have earned the trust of our business technology
executive audience."Source: http://www.informationweek.com/aboutus.jhtml
- Life Hacker: Daily weblog on software and personal productivity recommends
downloads, web sites and shortcuts that help you work smarter and save
time.
- NetworkWorld: "Network World is the premier provider of information, intelligence and
insight for Network and IT Executives. With an editorial focus on
delivering news, opinion and analytical tools for key decision makers
who architect, deploy and manage business solutions -- Network World
offers a unique and powerful combination of audiences and resources
across Online, Print and Events to meet your marketing objectives." Source: http://www.networkworld.com/aboutus/default.html
- PC World / Macworld: "With over 25 years of brand awareness and credibility, PC World and
Macworld consistently deliver editorial excellence through
award-winning content and trusted product reviews. Focusing on the PC,
Apple and Mac markets, our highly respected brands bring together
technology inspired consumers, readers, users, writers, newsmakers,
journalists, reviewers, marketers and advertisers who all share a
"consuming interest in technology." Whether in print or online, our
audience continually looks to PC World and Macworld for expert guidance
and purchasing advice for their information technology needs" Source: http://www.pcworldmacworld.com/?page_id=4.
- Slashdot: "News for nerds. Stuff that matters."
- Tech News World: "All Tech - All the Time"
- Technology Review: "Technology Review and Technologyreview.com are published by
Technology Review Inc., an independent media company owned by the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The oldest technology magazine
in the world (est. 1899), Technology Review
aims to promote the understanding of emerging technologies and to
analyze their commercial, social, and political impacts." Source: http://www.technologyreview.com/corp/about.aspx
- TechSpot: "TechSpot is a leading independent computer technology publication established in 1998. Read daily by thousands of technology
enthusiasts, gamers and IT decision makers from around the world,
TechSpot.com is home to over 3 million unique readers every month." Source: http://www.techspot.com/about.shtml
- Webworker Daily: Offers practical tips and advice for anyone who uses the web for
work, especially those who want to use the web to be more productive,
more connected.
- Wired.com and Wired Magazine: "Wired readers want to know how technology is changing the world,
and they're interested in big, relevant ideas, even if those ideas
challenge their assumptions--or blow their minds. Wired readers are generally familiar with computers and the Internet, but this is definitely not a computer magazine--Wired
won't teach you how to upgrade your RAM. Instead, it's a magazine about
science, art, adventure, online culture, business, philosophy ... and
bright shiny beautiful gadgets. Each month, more than 2 million smart,
savvy readers come to Wired for clean, clear writing with a wry twist." Source: http://www.amazon.com/Wired-1-year/dp/B00005N7TL
Additional Resources:
- Google Reader: Manage and read your emerging technology RSS feeds.
- UMN Library Blogs: Get the latest news and tips from your blogging colleagues.
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