More about newspapers online, and more reason to doubt the worth of Nielsen Net Ratings, writes Margaret Simons.
The Internet
Australia’s web 2.0 wipeout on the wave of the future
Australia holds a fairly unimpressive place in the burgeoning world of online innovation, argues technology writer Stilgherrian.
Chinese government atwitter as clampdown continues
When China’s last big earthquake hit in 1976, rumours were spread by word of mouth. Now it’s twitter, not that you’ll hear a peep from the official press, writes Jane Nethercote.
Second Life rises above the freakshow
Second Life was a media darling throughout 2007 - for all the wrong reasons. But it’s cracked down on gambling, vritual banking and sex play, and is returning to business as usual, writes David Holloway.
eBay faces wrath, ACCC investigation over PayPal move
eBay Australia isn’t making friends by requiring its sellers to use eBay-owned PayPal to receive their money, writes Stilgherrian
eBay to customers: we’ll handle your money, it’s for your “protection”
As eBay sticks its hand in the pockets of sellers, questions need to be asked about how to regulate the global online auction giant, writes Stilgherrian.
Children and internet safety – A Crikey guide
When your child uses instant messaging…
