Category Archives: Tech

Why .com Top-Level Domain is Still the Boss

Posted on January 29, 2015 by vanwestmedia

The choice used to be simple. There were only three kinds of top-level domains: .com, .org, .net – for commercial, nonprofit, and network-related domain names, respectively. But then, obeying the … Continue reading →

2015 Social Media Outlook

Posted on December 11, 2014 by vanwestmedia

As we wrap up 2014, digital experts are already awaiting big changes in 2015 from social platforms like Facebook and Twitter. I know what you're thinking: "Haven't they run out of ideas by now?" Nope. … Continue reading →

Posted in Digital Advertising, In the News, Social Media, Tech

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Coming Soon: Facebook at Work

Posted on November 25, 2014 by vanwestmedia

A recent article in the Financial Times suggests Facebook is currently testing a new site, Facebook at Work. But most of us are already using Facebook at work, so what gives? Here's what we curre … Continue reading →

WordPress 4.0: A Necessary Update

Posted on September 10, 2014 by vanwestmedia

With the recent surge of web hacks, to say security is a must-have is a bit of an understatement. WordPress 4.0 (also known as “Benny”) was released this month, and the update is an important on … Continue reading →

Do you *really* want to avoid price and timeframe adjustments with your digital technology vendor before a project begins? 

Posted on June 13, 2014 by vanwestmedia

You're about to get a new online application built for your digital marketing needs. You've found an excellent vendor who you know can build it well. The project's scope had been outlined in broad … Continue reading →

Posted in Design & Development, Planning, Strategy, Tech

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Feet on the ground, Data in the clouds

Posted on June 03, 2014 by Travis

Still backing up your important photos and files on a hard drive? Wrap your head around the cloud and check out these four options for individual cloud computing and storage options. What does the … Continue reading →

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The $19 Billion Dollar App You’ve Never Heard Of

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Travis

Mobile messaging app WhatsApp has $19 billion reasons to celebrate after Facebook recently announced that it had reached a deal to acquire the company for $19 billion in cash and stock. This is the la … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget About Second Screen Superbowl

Posted on January 31, 2014 by vanwestmedia

As Superbowl XLVIII is approaching this weekend, everyone will gather in clusters of family and friends to watch the big game and advertisers who got commercial slots are ready to display their millio … Continue reading →