Monday, December 15, 2008

Video killed the radio star

Who knew there were so many video sharing sites? And, another question: Does Google own everything?

Since I'm familiar with YouTube, I decided to check out another one of the video sites mentioned on 23 Things. I chose VideoJug, which specializes in how-to. What was on the front page when I arrived? How about, for a few: Infidelity Basics, How to Change Your Air Filter (actually useful! over 26,000 people have viewed the 6 minute video), How to Deal with a Hangover, and Alternate Accomodations (can't tell from the title if that goes along with item number one or not). And there are discussions and competitions. Oh, right, this is 2.0. I forgot.

I have enjoyed several of the Common Craft videos (59 at last count) that are posted in YouTube. Quick overviews on different topics ("explanations in plain English"). Might be worth a look if you need to find out fast what one of these 2.0 applications does (but, with 23 Things, you know that already) or as a resource for someone asking you that question.

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