Around 1:20 AM Wednesday morning, I searched on my iPod Touch for new application updates, and I stumbled across an app entitled, "ProStudio." The description on the iTunes website stated that it was a "Must have Music Industry App On the Go", and I immediately took advantage of this opportunity. I then found an app called "VoiceJam" and was in awe of the many vocal features it obtained, allowing the buyer to loop multiple voice recordings and create a simple masterpiece within minutes. I had never previously seen any product such as this that really compelled my interest, but an instant, I purchased it and fell in LOVE. This new app discovery is just one of the many examples of how internet has transcended in our society. Throughout reading the article, Past/Future History of the Internet, I completely agree that "internet involves many aspects including technological, organizational and community."
Over the past 10 years, the internet has become a hot commodity where products are accessible to fit almost every individual's lifestyle, ranging from games, movies and other sources of entertainment that "implement internet technology." The expansion of private network services has also allowed the development of competitive commerce. What really engaged me about this particular article was the quote by Nicholas Phibbs, stating how computers will "shop for us" in the future. This idea of internet technology has developed into a phenomenon, specifically allowing for artists and musicians like myself to not only transport our talents through audio and video streams, but for us to actually record songs and demos through purchased on-the-go applications.
Along with conveniently purchasing portable studio sessions, what sparked my interest in this article was the availability of "pervasive networking and communications" in portable form. Through the "VoiceJam" App, users can also enter a host of online contests and share their live performance tracks through websites such as SoundCloud, expanding the idea of peer-to-peer networking. In a sense, this social networking is its own form of a virtual community where artists from across the globe can share their works.
Throughout our society, we are without a doubt moving towards "increasing the use of online tools to accomplish electronic commerce, information acquisition, and community operations." These latest developments are becoming more sophisticated as more updates are released with new and improved features that allow us to express ourselves as well as communicate with our peers more efficiently. And yes, the internet will continue to change and accommodate more characteristics and requirements.
Here's the Link: http://soundcloud.com/user9690423/2011-01-28-05-19-15-0000-1/s-4q008
Friday, January 28, 2011
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
1st Day of Class - Digital Networking
Hello Class,
This is Youdlyn. Many of you may also know me as Lynda Starr, the WHWS Host on 105.7fm, and that is perfectly fine, just as long as you know who I am. I just added this class today, and I must say, I think this is going to be a very interesting class. I gained much knowledge about the history of the internet just by sitting back and viewing the fabulous presentations. I would like to first off discuss my comments about Group 1's project. The design of the powerpoint was very simple, yet legible to read and comprehend. All the information was structured in a very coherent and concise matter. It was very fascinating to hear how the usage of early computers was mainly for data communication. The sequence of events was properly organized in a timely fashion, constructively explaining the transition of internet and new media. My only concern was the font. I felt for the titles for each slide, there could have been a more diverse font that was used instead of Arial. Besides that, the presentation was spectacular. Next, Group 2's presentation was fantastic. I absolutely enjoyed the video graphics displaying the progression of YouTube, as well as how the future of internet involves the evolution of touch-screen products. This presentation kept me anticipating for more information, yet I was a bit distracted by the moving images while trying to process some of the vocal information that was provided.
I liked how Group 3's presentation involved the slideshow on a cool network called Dipity. That really intrigued me. I also enjoyed this group's perspective on file sharing, pirating, and the several lawsuits that occurred between record companies and various file-sharing users. However, I felt a little more work could have been done in terms of configuring the images. Lastly, I enjoyed how Group 4's presentation displayed a more broader aspect of how the internet developed, touching bases on numerous topics including the father of the computer, Mr. Babbage, and the influence of Microsoft and Apple on today's society.
Overall, all of the presentations I observed in class today was very informative. I am glad that I got the chance to learn the emergence and development of various social networks including Myspace, Twitter, and Facebook, not to mention Friendster which I had not heard of prior to enrolling in this course. I hope to develop more knowledge about digital networking as the course progresses, and I am eager to learn how I can apply this information to many issues in today's society.
This is Youdlyn. Many of you may also know me as Lynda Starr, the WHWS Host on 105.7fm, and that is perfectly fine, just as long as you know who I am. I just added this class today, and I must say, I think this is going to be a very interesting class. I gained much knowledge about the history of the internet just by sitting back and viewing the fabulous presentations. I would like to first off discuss my comments about Group 1's project. The design of the powerpoint was very simple, yet legible to read and comprehend. All the information was structured in a very coherent and concise matter. It was very fascinating to hear how the usage of early computers was mainly for data communication. The sequence of events was properly organized in a timely fashion, constructively explaining the transition of internet and new media. My only concern was the font. I felt for the titles for each slide, there could have been a more diverse font that was used instead of Arial. Besides that, the presentation was spectacular. Next, Group 2's presentation was fantastic. I absolutely enjoyed the video graphics displaying the progression of YouTube, as well as how the future of internet involves the evolution of touch-screen products. This presentation kept me anticipating for more information, yet I was a bit distracted by the moving images while trying to process some of the vocal information that was provided.
I liked how Group 3's presentation involved the slideshow on a cool network called Dipity. That really intrigued me. I also enjoyed this group's perspective on file sharing, pirating, and the several lawsuits that occurred between record companies and various file-sharing users. However, I felt a little more work could have been done in terms of configuring the images. Lastly, I enjoyed how Group 4's presentation displayed a more broader aspect of how the internet developed, touching bases on numerous topics including the father of the computer, Mr. Babbage, and the influence of Microsoft and Apple on today's society.
Overall, all of the presentations I observed in class today was very informative. I am glad that I got the chance to learn the emergence and development of various social networks including Myspace, Twitter, and Facebook, not to mention Friendster which I had not heard of prior to enrolling in this course. I hope to develop more knowledge about digital networking as the course progresses, and I am eager to learn how I can apply this information to many issues in today's society.
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