The Coming Software Apocalypse
Posted Jan 03, 2018

The cynics say software is “eating the world.” In a networked universe, code is operating more and more critical systems, reducing the need for human intervention.

Whatever efficiency this brings, there are accompanying failures.  Several incidents across the globe made this very clear last year. United Airlines was forced to ground its fleet because of an issue with its departure-management system; the New York Stock Exchange suspended trading after an upgrade; the front page of The Wall Street Journal’s website crashed; and Seattle’s 911 system went down when a router failed. With so many critical systems failing simultaneously, many assumed it might be a coordinated...

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What To Do About Trolls On Social Media
Posted Nov 24, 2017

The pettiness on social media seems to have no limits. The anonymity these channels sometimes afford is obviously perfect for people looking to say nasty things without consequences.

Perhaps the most irritating negative behaviour online is that of the Internet trolls. These people go out of their way to annoy or hurt others by leaving insulting comments, interrupting discussion to start an argument or just being provocative.

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The Coming Software Apocalypse
Posted Nov 20, 2017

The cynics say that software is “eating the world.” In a networked universe, more and more critical systems are being operated by code, reducing the need for human intervention.

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PripsPass – Event tickets in Jamaica
Posted Nov 06, 2017

Digital marketing agency Panmedia this week launched a hot new feature, PripsPass, an online ticketing platform for event organizers to sell tickets using the Prips Jamaica website and scan them using the Prips mobile app.

Prips Jamaica (www.pripsjamaica.com) is the go-to place for events, restaurants, accommodations and attractions. It started out as a website and is now a mobile app on both Android and iOS devices.

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Getting the Word Out on Energy Conservation
Posted Jul 04, 2017

Good news! The government is trying to get your light bill down!
 
Attempting to lead by example, the GOJ is pushing aggressively to solve some of the country’s intractable energy problems. Recognizing that a significant amount of government income is spent on energy consumption, the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica held its first of five workshops to raise awareness of energy efficiency and conservation at government ministries, departments and agencies.  
 

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