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Student Loans Hit New Records - Threatening Economic Growth

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As tuition continues to rise, so does the amount of money college graduates owe back to the lenders who financed their education. Unfortunately, the reality of rising student debt will have lingering negative effects on the economy.

Search Engines Increasingly Analyze Site Speed and Reliability

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As internet connections speed up and surfers come to expect a faster web experience, search engines are increasingly analyzing the response time of web pages when making considerations about keyword rankings. A slow server or unreliable hosting service could have negative traffic consequences for otherwise popular websites.

Bookmarking is a Great Way to Get the Word Out

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Social bookmarking services can be a great way to keep up to date with news or what your friends are reading, but it can also be a useful marketing tool for your websites or offline businesses. Learn about how online social networks help contribute to the viral marketing effect, and how your organization can try to take advantage of this opportunity.

Early Applications Are Essential For Receiving Institutional Aid Awards

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Just because a college or university has a late final deadline for their admissions process doesn't mean you won't miss out if you wait until the last minute. Most schools run out of money for institutional financial aid long before they run out of qualified and deserving students, so the sooner you apply the better your odds will be.

Obama's FAFSA Changes Will Make Applying For Financial Aid Easier

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Students and parents applying for federal financial aid funds for the 2010-2011 academic year will find a new application process that saves time and effort. A few significant changes to the process have been implemented in the hopes that an easier application will encourage more students to find out what kind of financial aid is available for them.

A College Degree is the Foundation For a Solid Career

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A college degree not only helps you get your foot into the door at many prestigious businesses, it can be the foundation of a lifelong career path. While responsibilities and work duties evolve over time, the skills learned in school are essential to being trusted with new tasks.

Social Bookmarking - The Evolutionary Heir of Web Directories

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There was a time when website directories were a great way to get your site noticed by surfers and search engines. In fact, until quite recently, many SEOs and internet marketing professionals would recommend a campaign of acquiring directory links for any new site. The links would establish a flow of organic traffic as well as providing a much needed early boost to the site's place in search engine results.

Scholarship Season Isn't Limited to the School Year

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Just because classes are letting out for the summer doesn't mean there isn't academic work to be done! Students headed to college should be aware of the fact that scholarships and grants run on their own schedules, and many opportunities can only be found during the months that most schools are on vacation.

A College Degree Can Open Unexpected Opportunities

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Sometimes, the greatest benefits of pursuing higher education are not the ones you expected. While most students see a degree as a future job or career, there are many opportunities related to college that aren't limited to employment in your major.

Shared Hosting is Faster and Cheaper Than Ever

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Just a few years ago, critics of shared hosting had legitimate complaints when they disparaged hosting providers who put multiple clients on the same server machine. These days, as computers have gotten faster and caching programs have become more efficient, shared hosts are able to increasingly accommodate popular websites.

A College Degree is More Important Than Ever As Jobs Vanish

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Although the total job market is contracting, graduates with certain degrees will be entering fields with growing demand. In fact, all of the strongest job markets require a significant amount of specialized training and higher education.

Experience is Key to Winning Over College Admissions Counselors

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Great grades and top-notch test scores may not be enough to gain admission to the most selective of colleges these days. To impress admissions counselors who spend all day reading the applications of the world's brightest students, applicants will need to demonstrate experience, leadership, and service.

Free Hosting Has Limits But No Financial Risk

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If you've thought about starting a website but let the costs hold you back, it may be time to reconsider the prospect of free web hosting. While there are significant limits to what free hosts can offer in terms of function, control, and reliability, it is still the quickest and easiest way to turn your ideas into websites for free!

Hosting Reviews Can Save You Tons of Time and Money

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If you are considering a purchase of web hosting services, the decision you make can end up costing you a lot of time and money if you make a bad choice. It's always a good idea to read several hosting reviews to get a sense of what you can expect from people who have actually had experience with the brand.

Twitter Search Shows the Internet in Real Time

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While Google has long dominated search engine traffic with its algorithms that focuses on relevancy and authority, Twitter's own search has revolutionized the way people are seeing the internet by displaying it in real time. Although the results are not tilted to favor large media outlets, Twitter is establishing itself as a revolutionary means of breaking and staying tuned to the latest news.