Internet
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1 | Help keep free speech free Northern Iowan 117:32, p.3 |
Horning discusses free speech. In the author's opinion, it should be concerning that a handful of Silicon Valley technology companies have the power to determine who and who does not get a voice; photo. | |
2 | Be cautious of clickbait news Northern Iowan 116:21, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, it is a citizen's civic duty to be informed of current events. Horning cautions readers that companies like Buzzfeed and the Daily Mail operate as businesses, and are geared toward shock headlines to draw in readers rather than necessary information for the public like the goal of investigative journalism; photo. | |
3 | The impact of the printing press Northern Iowan 116:17, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, day-to-day technology is often taken for granted. Wiggins discusses technological advances and the evolution of information communication started by the Gutenberg Printing Press; photo. | |
4 | Companies need to distinguish between platform and publisher Northern Iowan 116:13, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, Silicon Valley companies need to decide whether they are platforms - for average people to freely express themselves - or publishers of content wherein they enforce more restrictions, an important distinction for modern society; photo. | |
5 | Tale of two YouTubes: A spectrum Northern Iowan 115:41, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, YouTube has provided opportunities for young people to be aware of the world and engaged with politics more than ever before; photos. | |
6 | Edit-a-thon focused on women and LGBTQ+ representation Northern Iowan 115:41, p.2 |
Rod Library will host UNI Edits Wikipedia: Women and LGBTQ+ in the library on March 8. The goal is to have more people editing Wikipedia with more diverse perspectves; photo. | |
7 | Digital media bubble is an issue Northern Iowan 115:35, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, the rise and over-saturation of the digital media market has led to job loss for journalists and the loss of a variety of journalism sources will be negative for society; photo. | |
8 | Political polarization needs to be fixed Northern Iowan 115:35, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, American society has grown increasingly politically polarized, due in part to the rise in digital media, lack of objective journalism, and increase in information bias. Horning argues that citizens should make mindful attempts to seek out all sides of an issue; photos. | |
9 | EU articles harm free speech Northern Iowan 115:7, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, two proposed articles relating to the internet, news, and social media in the European Union restrict creative freedom and the free press. King explains how the articles could affect not only Europe, but the United States; photos. | |
10 | Desperate: send me your internet points Northern Iowan 112:21, p.4 |
Carr-Murphy encourages and explains why students should follow her Twitter social media account; photos. |
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11 | ITS offers new CatID service after spring break Northern Iowan 111:41, p.2 |
ITS is offering a new way for students to change their CatID. | |
12 | Broadband brings Obama Northern Iowan 111:28, p.1 |
President Barack Obama came to Cedar Falls to speak about the importance of competition within the internet service providing market; photo. |
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13 | All staff column response: How do you feel about the recent nude photo leak? Northern Iowan 111:9, p.3 |
Northern Iowan staff expresses its opinion on celebrity nude leaks. | |
14 | UNI at a distance Northern Iowan 110:55, p. |
Online courses are available for the summer and fall semester. | |
15 | Music streaming services lend flexibility to listeners Northern Iowan 110:49, p.2 |
Online streaming music providers have made accessibility to music more widespread. This is especially helpful to KULT radio. Online streaming providers provide cheap means of accessing music for the radio station; photo. | |
16 | Books still hold relevancy in today's society Northern Iowan 110:16, p.3 |
Author insists that printed books still top tablets and e-readers. He explains that since books do not need electricity or the internet, they are more reliable. Books also may be better for the environment in the long run; photo. | |
17 | Free yourself from the Internet echo chamber Northern Iowan 109:43, p.3 |
Encourages readers to reduce their reliance on the internet as a social medium; photo. | |
18 | Technology matters now and in the future Northern Iowan 109:39, p.4 |
Technology plays a big part in today's world. The growing population means that there are more people to provide for. Technology is a means to make that easier and more efficient. | |
19 | Vookbag to bring social network atmosphere to the classroom Northern Iowan 108:38, p.5 |
Jeffrey Short has invented Vookbag. Vookbag is an educational organization tool, allowing students to share class materials. It also allows questions to be asked and answered. The product will be released March 1; photo. | |
20 | The greatest show on earth Northern Iowan 108:36, p.4 |
Believes that legislation to stop online piracy is much too complicated. The Internet is the closest thing to a circus, but it continues to be a magical place. It is difficult to imagine censorship of the Internet. | |
21 | The theft of creativity Northern Iowan 108:31, p.4 |
The Stop Online Piracy Act is aimed at stopping the piracy of information on the Internet. | |
22 | UNPLUGGED Northern Iowan 108:27, p.1 |
UNI Wi-Fi system is now complete in all residence halls, except Bartlett. Bartlett Hall is due for renovation. Student reaction is positive; photo. | |
23 | Something anonymous never is Northern Iowan 108:12, p.5 |
Information posted on the Internet is not only viewable in the present, but in the future. People need to remember that merely deleting a message does not eliminate it from the computer. | |
24 | PostSecret confessions at UNI Northern Iowan 108:7, p.1 |
Frank Warren, founder of PostSecret, spoke to students and faculty in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. PostSecret is the largest and most popular ad free blog on the Internet; photo. | |
25 | PostSecret Northern Iowan 108:5, p.5 |
Creator, founder, and author of the PostSecret Project will address students and faculty. He will discuss the basis of the project and thought process going into the project. | |
26 | Social media at UNI Northern Iowan 108:3, p.5 |
Facebook is being used on campus by individuals and organizations. Twitter is being used by University Relations. The Alumni Association has been working with LinkedIn for several years. | |
27 | Social media Northern Iowan 108:2, p.10 |
Twitter accounts provide a quick dose of celebrity gossip or news and some comic relief. | |
28 | Get the best bang for your BOOK Northern Iowan 108:2, p.9 |
Textbooks are expensive. There are online alternatives to University Book and Supply. Comparisons made and prices explained. Students need to be aware of purchasing the correct editions; photo. | |
29 | Wi-Fi access planned for all residence halls Northern Iowan 108:1, p.1 |
Wireless Internet access is expected to be completed by October 2011. Network switches were refreshed over the summer. Hagemann Hall was the testing pilot and will be the first to receive service. | |
30 | Rod Library provides information and convenience for students Northern Iowan 107:54, p. |
The services provided by Rod Library are explained. Students have access to study rooms, computers, and library assistance; photo. | |
31 | Virtual 'Sports Reporters' Northern Iowan 107:51, p.14 |
Sports seems to be everywhere. Television, radio, message boards, and phones have almost replaced going to the game; photo. | |
32 | Is there someone you LikeALIttle? Northern Iowan 107:46, p.4 |
This .com site is supposed to be positive, fun, comfortable, and a safe environment for students to anonymously flirt and chat. | |
33 | People to know: Lyle Bowlin; professor's online bookstore business is booming Northern Iowan 95:44, p.9 |
Profile of director of Small Business Development Center Lyle Bowlin; photo. | |
34 | Student brings branch of Her Campus magazine to UNI Northern Iowan 107:39, p.4 |
Tehrene Firman has opened a web branch geared toward college women. The site includes articles, event listings, polls, pictures, forums and even personal accounts. During the first week, the site received over two thousand hits. | |
35 | UNI introduces mobile website Northern Iowan 107:29, p.3 |
More smart phones and other mobile devices than computers will be accessing the Web by 2014, according to some. In response, the University has launched a mobile website. The site will be is just the first step. | |
36 | The rise of the new media Northern Iowan 107:24, p.8 |
Blogging, podcasts, and online television are threatening the traditional ways of being informed. Newspaper readership is down. Cable news shows have become partisan. | |
37 | What parents need to know about social media Public Relations News Release 2009:492, p.1 |
According to netsmartz.org, an organization that provides online safety resources to teachers, children, and parents, 45 percent of children in the U. S. use the Internet. | |
38 | Grammatically speaking Northern Iowan 106:40, p.5 |
Grammar checker can be frustrating, but bad grammar in newspaper articles or letters is even worse. Electronic devices and teachers are most commonly blamed. The devices are only as smart as the user. | |
39 | "Mindbounce.com" gives students a second opinion about their papers Northern Iowan 106:18, p.8 |
Professional editors are available to critique papers online. A ten dollar fee will provide the student with three of four pieces of advice; photo. | |
40 | Woo Me offers a personal touch to social networking Northern Iowan 106:15, p.14 |
The social network, Woo Me, is noted for speed and as an intimate way to meet people. The majority of users range from 18-25, but older users are starting to use the site; photo. | |
41 | A neutral net Northern Iowan 106:8, p.5 |
Believes that a free Internet, which can be used and owned by everyone is ideal. Companies should not have the power to charge for usage of bandwidth or dictate what is available to the user. | |
42 | My confessions Northern Iowan 106:7, p.4 |
Believes that the Internet is now our new mode of communication. The use of Facebook is grossly over done. Computer time is taking over our lives. | |
43 | Where can I find Northern Iowan 105:54, p. |
The values of the UNI Home Page and MyUNIverse explained. | |
44 | UNI-TV students produce alternative news shows Northern Iowan 105:47, p.9 |
Groups of four students get hands on experience producing a five minute news show. They have control of script writing, video production, distribution, and marketing. Bringing their news program to the Internet is a goal this semester. | |
45 | Web site gives voice to unspoken secrets Northern Iowan 105:45, p.7 |
UnSpoken Secrets website allows users to share secrets anonymously. Readers can show support and suggest solutions. | |
46 | Student pirates: file sharing on ResNet Northern Iowan 105:22, p.2 |
Recording Industry Association of America is filing lawsuits against those who download music illegally from the Internet; photo. | |
47 | Students should use the Internet to make life easier Northern Iowan 105:18, p.6 |
Google products recommended for helping students organize their time and keep track of assignments. | |
48 | Quad power outage causes issues Northern Iowan 105:12, p.1 |
The cause of a six hour power outage affecting Hageman, Noehren, Rider, and Shull Halls, Reducer Center, Gallagher-Bluedorn, and academic buildings remains undetermined; photo. | |
49 | C. L. Lindsay III comes to lecture Northern Iowan 105:9, p.2 |
Photos from Facebook of UNI students were used to gain the attention of those attending the presentation by C. L. Lindsay III. His presentation dealt with the most common ways students get in trouble using the Web; photo. | |
50 | Free Internet concerns us all Northern Iowan 105:7, p.6 |
With ever increasing numbers of people relying on the Internet, it is imperative that it remain true to one guiding principle; net neutrality. Net neutrality holds that everything on the Internet should be freely and quickly accessible. |