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Some Technology Facts You Need To Know by itseedris(m): 1:36pm On Apr 23, 2015

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In a world run by Internet connectivity for all aspects of life, from efficient work operations and management to social networking connections, it is no surprise that information is the foundation of our collective future. That being said, here are some quirky facts about technology that you may find surprising.

1. 68% of global Facebook users access the site via mobile device

2. There are some 1 billion computers in use.

3. HP, Google, Microsoft, Amazon and Apple were ALL started in garages

4. The Internet is the third-most used advertising medium in the world, closely catching up with traditional local newspapers and Yellow Pages

5. The first personal computer was the Berkeley Enterprises “”Simon”” which sold for $300 in 1950.

6. The Worldwide Internet Population is estimated at 1.08 billion. In 2000 there were 400 million users, and in 1995 20 million users.

7. The first e-mail was sent over the Internet in 1972.

8. Android was announced in 2007

9. Facebook tried to buy Twitter in 2008

10. Brands with Instagram accounts share an average of 98% of the photos they post to the site to Facebook, and 59% to Twitter

11. eBay was Originally Called AuctionWeb

12. Hewlet-Packard ships more than 1 million printers per week.

13. Google Maps helped a kidnapped boy find his home 23years later

14. Intel was founded in 1968 by physicist Robert Noyce and chemist Gordon Moore

15. Apple users spend about $1/day for each Apple device in use

16. Shutting down the computer and then 5 minutes later realizing you need it again. Worst feeling ever

17. 75% of smartphone owners use WiFi on their devices

18. Facebook engineers originally wanted to call the “”Like”” button the “”Awesome”” button

19. did you know the full form of WiFi its Wireless Fidelity”

20. CDs/DVDs have a lifespan of 15-45 years for data retention
Re: Some Technology Facts You Need To Know by marshalcarter: 1:45pm On Apr 23, 2015
Ok..clap for yaself...u go drink origin??
Re: Some Technology Facts You Need To Know by baybeeboi: 1:49pm On Apr 23, 2015
really, this are things to know.
Well,glad am in the generation.
@ OP, Nice one

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Re: Some Technology Facts You Need To Know by itseedris(m): 2:49pm On Apr 23, 2015
Yap, e cold wella
marshalcarter:
Ok..clap for yaself...u go drink origin??

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