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Christy's Family Computing Blog November 2008 Archive

By Christy Matte, About.com Guide to Family Computing

Count Down to Christmas with Free Fun from kidthing

Wednesday November 26, 2008
If you're not familiar with kidthing, it's a media player that allows you to download books, games, videos and other fun stuff. Once the kidthing player is installed, you can ... Read More

Teens Rejoice - Study Shows Online Time is Worthwhile

Monday November 24, 2008
A recent study funded through the MacArthur Foundation suggests that the time that teens spend online is useful for developing important social and work-related skills for their futures. The study, ... Read More

W.A.T.C.H. Announces 10 Worst Toys

Wednesday November 19, 2008
W.A.T.C.H. (World Against Toys Causing Harm) has released their 2008 list of the "10 Worst Toys." They look for toys with dangerous designs, missing warning labels and other potential threats ... Read More

Mommy Bloggers Bare Teeth at Motrin

Sunday November 16, 2008
Mommy Bloggers, women who blog in part about children, motherhood and family, have had an increasing presence online. Over the past few years, Mommy Bloggers have received their fair share ... Read More

Pure Digital Does it Again - Flip MinoHD

Wednesday November 12, 2008
Pure Digital has introduced another family member to the fantastic line of ultra-portable digital video cameras. The latest, the Flip MinoHD, is slated to hold up to 60 minutes of ... Read More

Precious Moments Heads Online with the Precious Girls Club

Tuesday November 11, 2008
Long-time favorite collectibles Precious Moments now have a new home online. Designed for girls 4-12, the new site will be based on a series of books called the Precious Girls ... Read More

Is Shopping Online Safe?

Tuesday November 4, 2008
Earlier this year, the Pew Internet & American Life Project released a study related to American views on shopping online. Not surprisingly, roughly three quarters of respondents felt uncomfortable sharing ... Read More
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