Friday, August 3, 2012

10 Best Technology News Resources on the Internet


Anyone who wants to read about technology on the Internet and who attempts to search for content on a particular subject knows that there is much to be found. Below are the most reliable online sources of quality information on the subject of technology.


1. Torrentfreak
This website does not deal solely with matters regarding downloading torrents, contrary to what the name may imply. It governs developments regarding censorship and legislation that will affect the privacy of all Internet users, whether or not they pirate copyrighted information via bittorrent. It is a good place to find advice on VPNs and other matters regarding the web-user’s privacy.
2. Cnet
One of the oldest and still the best, Cnet has been around longer than most people have been on the Internet. It is still among the more trusted sources of technology news online. One of the major benefits of Cnet is that they seem to have reviews for every technological device in existence and are an essential resource when shopping.
3. Engadget
This is another source of reviews on the latest devices. From digital cameras to the various smartphones that most people will never own, Engadget covers it all. The style is generally witty and engaging enough to make even the more boring subjects readable. It is a definite bookmark for the tech fan.
4. Lifehacker
Resources of all types get presented here. The magazine features ways to make life more efficient and to improve productivity. Posts revolve around technology, software and online services among many other types of content.
5. PCWorld
The magazine predates the rush of consumers to the Internet by more than a decade. PCWorld rivals with Cnet for the title of most authoritative online technology news resource.
6. Wired
Wired is yet another of the web’s older technology news outlets. The scope of Wired is relatively broad as it attempts to cover all the ways in which technology impacts the lives of people. Readers get product reviews of everything from laptops to the latest version of the Tesla electric car. It is not limited to electronic gadgetry, either; the online magazine also covers political news and entertainment among many other areas.
7. Kotaku
This one is for those who are seriously into video games. The content surrounds gaming and the videogame industry, and is specifically for those addicts who need to know everything about the games they play. The site features the latest news updates as well as forums where gamers can discuss matters related to the world of videogames.
8. Ars Technica
Geared towards readers who want their technology news covered in depth, Ars Technica’s articles tend to be both long and opinionated. They also tend to be full of solid reporting and detailed information. This is not light and easy reading like most technology news resources.
9. Slashdot
This is one of the oldest technology-oriented forums, predating message-boards like Digg and Reddit. Slashdot is mostly about the discussions. For those who want to discuss technology news, the site has to be bookmarked. Discussions on Slashdot are somewhat biased towards open source products.
10. Theregister
This is the UK’s contribution to online technology news and features information aimed at British readers. Here, it is possible to access information on products for the UK market and technological developments relevant to that part of the world.

























Reference:
Chuka Udeze,TechTalk Africa,June 25,2012, accesss on August 3,2012
http://techtalkafrica.com/10-best-technology-news-resources-on-the-internet.html/


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