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No such thing as free information

Article Abstract:

Marketers are paying Internet users for personal information they will use to create strategies for sending junk e-mail to prospective customers. Users of Hotmail receive e-mail service in return for agreeing to read or listen to advertising. Many consumers want to disclose information to advertisers so the junk mail they receive is relevant to their interests.

Economic aspects, Cover Story, Electronic mail systems, Email, Advertising, Internet/Web advertising, Internet advertising

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Lease is more

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This article examines the advantages for businesses in Australia of leasing rather than buying computers. Relevant points include that leasing makes state-of-the-art technology available at less cost and without undue commitment to systems that may be obsolescent within a year.

Computers, Contracts, Computer leasing

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Finger on the pulse

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the technological innovations which have been made in Japan in telecommunications. The use of human bone to transmit sound to the ear from a bone phone worn on the wrist is discussed.

Japan, Telecommunications services industry, Telecommunications industry, Telecommunications, Telecommunication

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