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What's there to say, really? I'm a Canadian Journalism student who loves to write. I've done it since I was a child and I hope to continue writing 'til I'm in my grave. Prior to Journalism I went to the University of Toronto, St. George Campus for English

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Computers & Technology > Internet Issues Ridding the Internet of porn: Is it a realistic objective?: 1 of 48
Once upon a time, the Internet was a simple place. Tranquil, easy to navigate and safe. Then, as with all things, perverts found their way onto it. And they quickly discovered that the Internet is an effective way-station for all things smutty. Ever since then this digital domain has been home to all manner of pornographic m... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) Assessing the place of television in our lives: 1 of 31
Television used to be my patron saint. When I woke up in the morning I'd flick the TV on and see what was playing. Even if there was nothing good I'd watch just for kicks. I'd watch for a few hours, leaving that lovely flickering light only to fetch food on commercials or for a bathroom break, then take maybe an hour break to... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Top 3 favorite sites on the Internet: 1 of 23
I've been to thousands of websites in my time. I've forgotten most of them. The majority are just a whispering in the wind, a temporary fad that goes as quickly as it came. Yet there are a few that endure in my brain. A few that have become truly invaluable to me, for whatever reason, and persist as constant haunts in my dai... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Issues Why YouTube is getting worse: 1 of 21
When it first started out, YouTube was a fantastic idea. Among the first large-scale streaming sites, YouTube was great for finding virtually anything that had been turned into a video. Users could upload their stuff, it was great advertising for independents who needed some cheap exposure and the whole community was happy. T... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Favorite websites: 2 of 30
I'm online virtually every day. Even if it's just for a few minutes, I still have a few sites that I visit religiously, and wouldn't be able to get by without doing so. Here's a listing of a few of my absolute favorites, and why they're held so highly in my regard. GameFAQs. I play video games, so it stands to reason I'd vis... More..
Computers & Technology > Virus Protection & Maintenance Tips on maintaining PC health: Computer viruses: 2 of 28
Viruses. They're about as good for your computer as they are for your body - that is, not at all. Spreading rapidly and often without warning, computer viruses can range from virtually harmless to highly destructive, requiring a full formatting of your computer to get it working again. Chances are good you won't know how bad ... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Tips Should you put your funny home videos on YouTube?: 1 of 12
YouTube is a massive repository of videos. If something has been recorded or made for visual media, you'll probably find it on YouTube. I doubt there's any bigger site dedicated to videos out there, and even if there is it certainly pales in comparison to YouTube when it comes to popularity. YouTube is THE video site online. ... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews The pros and cons of Wikipedia: 1 of 11
Wikipedia. The encyclopedia everybody can edit. Has pages for pretty much anything you can think of. Sounds great - in theory. Is it quite so good as reported, however? Well, let's have a look at the pros and cons of this enormous information repository, and you can decide for yourself whether it's worth using. Pros: - It'... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Issues Ways the Internet is annoying: 1 of 8
I love the Internet. I make my living off it. There's no greater source of up-to-date information the many corners of the online world. There's no better way to reach people from across the world than the Internet, and we owe so much to this wonderful network. But god is it ever annoying sometimes. There's so much rambling ... More..
Computers & Technology > MP3 Players Thoughts on mp3 players in school: 1 of 7
MP3 players are understandably obtrusive little devices. With a flick of a switch you're essentially shut off from the rest of the world; everything disappears, and music reigns supreme. In a crowded classroom when a teacher's trying to give a lecture, this is an understandable nuisance. So I can see why some schools ban MP3... More..