Paige

Why can't twitch be just about gaming anymore? 😥

Microsoft operates a localized version of LinkedIn for their Chinese users that follows the strict Chinese laws on social media and communication. Microsoft has always had a stance that they do not support these violations of free speech, but continue to operate their services in the nation where allowed. LinkedIn had a local Chinese version before Microsoft acquired the platform in 2016 and Microsoft had continued to support the service over the years. However, it seems like that is changing as the 2014 Chinese LinkedIn service is coming to an end as Microsoft stated it faces “significantly more challenging operating environment and greater compliance requirements”. It does not seem like the service is leaving the country for good as the company plans to launch a modified version of LinkedIn, called InJobs, that will lack a social feed and other social features. LinkedIn was the last U.S. based social media site operating in China and according to GeekWire, it just passed $10 billion in annual revenue globally as a platform. There is also a bunch of reports from multiple sources that the Chinese LinkedIn has been banning numerous journalists and other accounts due to China's demands. Perhaps the company has drawn a line and would no longer punish those trying to use their platform or perhaps the demands were simply too much work to keep up with. We could hope the loss of the last major U.S. social platform turns the tide of China's crackdown on free speech, but it would be doubtful to say the least. wichayada - stock.adobe.com (Image) View full article

Microsoft operates a localized version of LinkedIn for their Chinese users that follows the strict Chinese laws on social media and communication. Microsoft has always had a stance that they do not support these violations of free speech, but continue to operate their services in the nation where allowed. LinkedIn had a local Chinese version before Microsoft acquired the platform in 2016 and Microsoft had continued to support the service over the years. However, it seems like that is changing as the 2014 Chinese LinkedIn service is coming to an end as Microsoft stated it faces “significantly more challenging operating environment and greater compliance requirements”. It does not seem like the service is leaving the country for good as the company plans to launch a modified version of LinkedIn, called InJobs, that will lack a social feed and other social features. LinkedIn was the last U.S. based social media site operating in China and according to GeekWire, it just passed $10 billion in annual revenue globally as a platform. There is also a bunch of reports from multiple sources that the Chinese LinkedIn has been banning numerous journalists and other accounts due to China's demands. Perhaps the company has drawn a line and would no longer punish those trying to use their platform or perhaps the demands were simply too much work to keep up with. We could hope the loss of the last major U.S. social platform turns the tide of China's crackdown on free speech, but it would be doubtful to say the least. wichayada - stock.adobe.com (Image)

Oh this is such a tough topic! I would find the idea super smart and helpful to kids who need a stepping stone before real social media, but it can be abused and that scares me.

17 inch laptops are so huge!!!!! I have no idea how i would get it around everywhere! I love my 15" Legion and it seems to be just the right size.

Apple Music for me! I have a bunch of music on itunes but now Apple music is my go to.

3!

I love being outside with barefoot but I always love to run outside and that is not a great combination! I wanted to take fitness classes in college to help with my love for paying sports but not much was offered.

I did not even know this was a thing!

I do store some paperwork at home but no where near enough for a filing cabinet. It is most certainly not organized either!

Hobbies!! It took years for me to find some useful hobbies that I actually enjoy to do all the time. Anime is a big outlet for me as I can sit and watch it nearly all day!

Yes! Happy Cinco de Mayo!!! This girl is getting some tequila!

Oh no, I really hope they don't ruin it!

I try my best to avoid long anime anymore. They always seem to lose what made them great to begin with and drag on.

Until recently, drones have only been allowed to fly over people using the drone or directly involved with the drone's operations per the FAA rules. However, a new set of rules have been set that focus on larger drones (55lbs or more) to come equipped with Remote ID that will allow persons on the ground to identify the drone above them. These rules will also affect drones of smaller size in special circumstances. Drones flown at night will also be required to have special lighting to prevent collisions when flying and flying over moving vehicles has been allowed in certain situations. These rules have been pushed considering the recent push by multiple companies and the USPS to provide drone-based package delivery to customers. The rules will take effect 60 days after the rules are added (sometime in January) and Remote ID will be required within a year on drones being used. Remote ID itself is a non-internet-based ID system that allows the drone to broadcast an ID card of sorts to tell other who is belongs to. This is a major rule change as all current drones on this group require an internet connection to broadcast their ID and that greatly limits long range abilities. Some smaller rule changes include small drones being banned from having exposed rotation devices that could lacerate a human. View full article

I used to try and sketch my favorite animes but I was never very good at it.

Fat comes off as it goes on. Reduce your calorie intake to an amount lower than your calorie usage and it will make its way off. I never found a secret way to target a single area.

GTA V is hard to beat. I enjoyed Vice City quite a bit but it does not seem to have aged well.

After accidentally buying a few seasons of shows on Amazon Prime as the purchase and watch buttons are interchangeable, I stopped using it and mainly use Netflix.

I do not know if they are dictating our lives, but they are way to involved in politics and opinions anymore. Even just looking at my regular news feed, it is almost half opinion pieces and that is not the job of the news media.

PC all the way!! I am not the biggest gamer so it is not a hard choice, but when I do game it ends up being on my laptop.

Cyber Bullying is awful as it is so hard to get away from. I made some poor choices in high school and couldn't even stand existing on social media for years because of it. Sadly, I have not found any solutions as people just love drama so much and cyber bullying is a type of drama, so even ignoring the people starting it is hard to escape from.

Netflix is doing well in the Anime market lately. I'm glad to see it! Oh, my last watched was Dr. Stone, finally got it finished!