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As social media continues to approach true mainstream adoption, it grabs a larger slice of the political pie with each election cycle. Here’s a look at what may be in store.HOW TO: Launch a Successful Twitter Contest
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This year, instead of making your goals big and broad, why not take a page from the web world and use analytics to pinpoint the specific stuff you want to change?44% of Online Sharing Occurs Through Facebook [INFOGRAPHIC]
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If you plan to leave the house in web-themed attire, for the love of GoogleGoogleGoogle, know your audience.6 Predictions for Social Networks in 2011
What’s going to happen to Facebook, Twitter, MySpaceMySpaceMySpace, BeboBeboBebo, Google and the rest of the social networking world in 2011? We have a few predictions.

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5 iPhone Apps for Festive Photo Fun
We’ve selected five novelty photography apps that will add some serious silly to your holiday celebrations and impart festive fun for all.Quick Start Guides: Getting the Most From This Year’s Hottest Gadgets
Whether you got an iPad or a Kindle, a new camera or TV, a Roku or an Xbox, we’ve got you covered. Check out our quick start guides for getting the most from your gifts.Free Kindle Books: A Guide
A collection of resources for getting free Kindle books on your new device.The Ultimate iPhone Guide: 60+ Essential Resources
The iPhone had a great year in 2010 and we’ve been there to cover it all with news, features, galleries, tutorials and more. Here’s a roundup of all our iPhone coverage this year.7 Great Mobile Apps for Environmentally Friendly Eating
Small eating decisions have major consequences for the environment. These apps give you the information to make earth-friendly choices.7 Predictions for the Gaming Industry in 2011
The video gaming industry made great strides this year. Here are 7 predictions for what to watch in 2011.iPad Guide: 25+ Essential Resources for Your Apple Tablet
From ace accessories to amazing apps, read through for a ginormous list of all the iPad features we’ve published on Mashable during 2010.10 Predictions for Web Development in 2011
As a class, developers have had a great year. Here are 10 things we think the world of hacking will hold in 2011.HANDS ON: LunaTik iPod Nano Watch Kit Makes Us Swoon
Scott Wilson and the crew at MINIMAL were nice enough to send Mashable one of the early prototype runs of the LunaTik. These are our thoughts.8 Educational Gadgets That Make Learning Fun
Everyone knows that learning is more valuable when you’re having fun doing it. These great toys and games will keep your kids “infotained” for hours at a time.Tech’s Biggest Win, Flop and Surprise of 2010
2010 was a year of big changes in the tech world. Find out our picks for the biggest victories, losses, and unexpected developments.The History of Tech via Google’s Book Data [CHARTS]
Google’s Ngram Viewer tool helped us map out the browser wars, Bill Gates’s popularity, and other facets of tech history as they appear in 5.2 million books from 1500 to 2008.iPad 2 Rumors: The Comprehensive Guide
Can’t make sense of all the iPad 2 rumors? We’ve created a straightforward guide to explain what rumors are most likely true and which ones are bogus.80+ Terrific Tech and Gadgets Resources From 2010
From facts about big tech brands to unusual laptop sleeves and geeky tees for kids, we’ve written a lot for gadget lovers in 2010. Check out this best-of megalist.90+ Dev & Design Resources for Building Better Sites and Apps
Whether you want to improve your existing skills or learn new ones, start with our megalist of the best dev and design resources from the past year.Open Data: Why the Crowd Can Be Your Best Analytics Tool
How do you handle the enormous volume of data available online? The answer is in opening your analytics to the crowd and making them more social.HOW TO: Use Amazon’s New Kindle Lending Feature
Amazon has rolled out its lending feature for its Kindle ecosystem of devices and apps. Users can loan out supported titles once for a period of 14 days.4 Predictions for Web Design in 2011
It’s an exciting time to be a web designer, and the coming year has even more interesting changes in store.12 iPhone Apps to Jumpstart Your New Year’s Resolutions
Need some help sticking to those resolutions? What better place to turn than the one thing that’s always with you? You’re iPhone.HOW TO: Get More Out of Your Web Fonts
Need more pizazz in your web typography? Here are some select ideas and advice that will put you on the path to becoming a font savant.HOW TO: Your Get Your Old PC Running Like New Again
Is your PC starting to get sluggish after a year’s worth of installs, downloads, and heavy lifting? These tips can help you get it back up to speed.

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6 Free Chrome Apps and Extensions for Small Businesses
This post highlights six notable apps and extensions ranging from note-taking to project management. For small businesses with limited budgets, these resources are worth investigating.5 E-Book Trends That Will Change the Future of Publishing
E-books have certainly shaken up the publishing industry, but some of the best content and most important changes may be yet to come.HOW TO: Get the Most Out of Facebook Insights for Small Business
How do you know if your Facebook Page is actually helping your business? Check out these scenarios and tips for extracting the most value from Facebook’s built-in analytics tool.HOW TO: Attract Early Adopters to Your Social Startup
Here’s a look at the science behind some of the most well-known social networks, and how they answered the age-old question: Which came first, the users or the utility?4 Social Media Marketing Predictions for 2011
Social media marketing – fewer things are so lavishly spent on, yet so poorly measured. Here are a few predictions for 2011 on where the smart money and dumb money will go.Why Chocolate Companies Are So Sweet on Social Media
In a world where communication between brand and consumer continues to become more and more personalized, conversational and transparent, chocolatiers have a unique opportunity to connect.Why the Fashion Industry Is Betting Big on Branded Online Content
Fashion marketers should focus on the use of video, big brand collaborations, TumblrTumblrTumblr as an engagement platform, and possibly giving online customers a healthy dose of reality in 2011.7 Handy iPhone Apps for Creating Expense Reports
There are plenty of mobile apps that make it easier to track and submit expense reports. Here are seven handy apps specific to the iPhone.3 Tools Realtors Can Use to Increase Sales on the Web
Here are three recommendations and accompanying tools that will not only increase sales, but will enhance the overall customer experience and set you apart from the competition.5 Predictions for Startups in 2011
2010 may have been the year of the checkin and the mobile photo boom, but the startups that push new tech forward are just getting warmed up.

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