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February 11, 2010

Virgin Media Clears the Air about BT’s Infinity Comparison


Recently British Telecom has claimed that it is now in a position to offer consumers a relatively cheaper fibre optic broadband internet service named Infinity, which could help them save almost £7.47. They have also reported that their Infinity broadband product would have download speeds up to 40 MB and the upload speeds could reach 10MB. Though this seems like a good offer its major competitor, Virgin Media, has decided to promote its own product which has been in existence for quite some time now, by simply comparing its product with BT’s new offering. This step was initiated by Virgin Media because BT introduced its new Infinity product by comparing it with Virgin Media’s XXL service.

Virgin Broadband reported that, unlike its competitor’s product which has a 20GB limit per month for downloading data, its optional monthly package, the XXL service, has an unlimited downloading facility. Virgin Media also reported that the BT service required its consumers to pay rental on a new phone line for its Infinity service whereas its own service did not require the consumer to shell out extra on this count. Furthermore, Virgin Media hit back at BT for trying to compare its Infinity service with Virgin Media’s XXL service stating that there is a 6-month difference in the packages. The contract for the BT Infinity service is for 18 months whereas the tenure for Virgin Media’s XXL service is only one year.

Virgin Media also made a fresh announcement that it would soon be launching a 200MB fast broadband service; however, it did not commit on a launch date but said that it was still analyzing the market requirements for such a product. A Virgin Media spokesperson also said that the company was confused as to why consumers would wait for the launch of BT’s 40MB product when they could advantage of Virgin Media’s 50 MB product which is already available.

BT also said that by mid-2010 it would try and expand its consumer base to 6 million subscribers, but for now were concentrating on ensuring that the Infinity product was available to its current 4 million subscribers.

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February 8, 2010

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January 29, 2010

Tablet PCs will Rule the Digital Devices Market in 2010


Trade analysts predict that tablet PCs are the latest devices that will sweep the market in 2010.

Tablet PCs were first popularized by Microsoft, which brought out the world’s first tablet PC in 2001. However, this PC had features that are no match for the advanced features found in the latest PCs. The software and graphics too were primitive compared to today’s standards. Moreover, one couldn’t run the internet on these devices.

A tablet PC is essentially a unique form of mobile computer that is shaped like a slate. It is highly portable and has low weight. It is equipped with a touch screen and can be operated with an electronic stylus. As this PC does not have a regular keyboard, it is smaller in size than a netbook, and thus it becomes the best companion for travellers. Tablet PCs are however bigger than smartphones and have more power to process information.

According to analysts at Deloitte, tablet PCs are the next big thing in mobile computing and millions of such PCs will be sold starting from 2010. It is going to be the device of both necessity and leisure for millions of users who like to be working on a computer or staying online while on the move.

If you want to know more about mobile broadband or to know the current range of mobile broadband devices and take a look at the Broadband Genie comparison table. The website maintains a database of all the latest laptop deals (including laptops on contract) and broadband prices.

The iSlate tablet PC from Apple with be the latest offering that will fulfil the requirements of consumers. As soon as it is unveiled, the PC is expected to be a massive hit with consumers. It is believed that such will be the demand for the iSlate that every year, 10 million iSlates will find their way to homes and offices across the UK.


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October 23, 2009

Make the Most of VoIP Calls

If you are looking for a great way to save money on your phone bills, then signing up to VoIP is something well worth considering. You can avoid spending a huge amount on your phone bills using any one of a whole host of VoIP providers. In recent years as the internet has improved in speed and reliability, as well as come down dramatically in price, the industry has seen a proliferation in companies providing low costVoIP calls.

In recent times people were limited to having to use a fixed VoIP phone; many companies have now created VoIP apps for mobile phones. This means consumers can now route there calls over the internet and save money on calls whilst on the move. Often these applications are free to download and work effortlessly with your mobile phone allowing you to make the most of internet telephony.

Redirecting your mobile calls over the internet allows you to save on your phone bills because by routing the calls over the internet it is possible to circumvent the fees usually levied by your mobile phone provider for making use of their infrastructure. This has resulted in a tremendous amount of downward pressure on phone bills across the board, in what is becoming a hotly contested market place.

Since the internet have improved sufficiently to be able to transfer adequate data so that there is no degradation in sound quality, internet telephony has become increasingly popular. When internet connections weren’t as fast in the early stages of VoIP there was a slower take-up of internet telephony due to the low grade sound quality when compared to a regular phone line. This has all changed however as broadband penetration increased and the cost of internet connections have gone down.

It is not strange to discover in many new offices that companies have adopted VoIP technology as a matter of course rather than using old fixed land lines which were much more expensive. In an increasingly global market place where international phone calls are commonplace, being able to avoid the cost of using fixed landlines can make a huge difference to a company’s bottom line.

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October 6, 2009

FCC Wants Formal Net Neutrality Rules to Prevent Internet Misuse by ISPs

Net neutrality rules may soon govern the manner in which internet service providers (ISPs) in the US carry data on their networks. The Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Julius Genachowski, said that the FCC should take stern steps to enforce the net neutrality rules so that internet continues to be free and open to all, and act as a catalyst for innovation, democratic engagement, competition and economic growth.

The Commission already has a set of policies on the issue, and the new rules will further these strategies to control the way in which data is carried by the ISPs, so that they might refrain from discriminating against the applications or data that are objectionable to them.

The need of such rules stems out of the fear that the telecoms bigwigs (who are also broadband providers) will misuse their powers to act as internet censors and filter content from their competitors or content that they disapprove of. There have been examples of broadband providers obstructing certain applications like VoIP and peer-to-peer software, and even political data. Such cases further strengthen the need for stringent legislation for both fixed line and broadband providers, which would ensure that neutrality of services is maintained across the internet.

However, the imposition of regulatory measures will face stiff opposition from certain sceptics, who believe that if the manner in which data is being carried on the network is bound by rules, it will cause the network providers to move away from investing in the expansion and improvement of their services. Critics also say this will obstruct the implementation of certain genuine network management policies like slowing down the connection of heavy users at prime time so that they can be barred from controlling the bandwidth.

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September 1, 2009

Government May Go Ahead with its Broadband Tax

It seems the government hasn’t completely abandoned its plan to charge £6 per year (50p every month) as stealth tax from all households having fixed line connections, thus nullifying treasury minister Stephen Timms’ hints regarding suspension of tax plans.

The plan for Next Generation Access came into being as part of the Digital Britain report and is currently being discusses at various debate forums. It has been suggested that the proposed tax will be able to raise funds of £150-£175 million per year, which will be used to achieve nationwide digital coverage.

The main objective of the government is to provide people with sophisticated digital infrastructure so that they can get online at any time from anywhere. So providing access to mobile broadband is a big deal, but some remain apprehensive; hence dedicated mobile broadband websites are fast becoming popular places to visit to answer questions and allay any fears about using the mobile internet.

In spite of all the criticism and regardless of concerns about elections, the government may very soon go ahead with its tax plans. Critics have questioned the government’s objectives and its vision to bridge the digital divide.

They believe that the government has set its target too low, and is not doing enough to achieve even this humble target. For now, at least, it looks like that the broadband tax will be implemented and it is going to empty £6 from the wallet of every UK citizen with a fixed line connection.

Filed under: Consumer World, Tech + Life, Telecommunication Hall — Admin @ 11:37 am

July 28, 2009

How To Choose Your Motorcycle GPS System

A GPS system for your motorcycle can turn your journeys, into adventures. Opening up a whole new experience, you can find amazing places to explore by planning your trips at home, and downloading your routes to your GPS device. New landscapes, destinations, and road trips await; with the security and confidence of never getting lost again.

A GPS system for your motorcycle can also help to make your journeys as comfortable, and stress-free as possible. If you fancy a break, or you’re running out of petrol, your GPS can help. More importantly, your GPS unit can guide you back to safety when you get lost, or accidentally take the wrong turning. With voice guided directions, and software brimming with points of interest (POI), such as petrol stations, restaurants, service stations, and hotels; your GPS can guarantee you a journey of uninterrupted enjoyment.

Sound like the perfect toy? Well, with GPS systems becoming mainstream, and new features and models endlessly hitting the shelves, it can be a hard task deciphering which GPS device best suits your needs.

To help you out, it’s worth considering the following points before you go ahead and purchase your first GPS for your motorcycle.

What Type of GPS Do You Need For Your Motorcycle?
Are Its Reception Capabilities Suitable For Your Needs?
Does the Battery Life Of Your GPS Suit Your Needs?
How Resistant Is Your GPS To Vibration & Hard Ware?
Do You Want 2-Way-Communication?
How Easy Is Your GPS To Update?
How Easy Is Your GPS To Update?
What Price Is Suitable?

What Type of GPS Do You Need For Your Motorcycle?

There are 3 types of GPS units for motorbikes; portable outdoor units, GPS units designed specifically for your motorcycle/ scooter, and GPS/PDA hybrids.

If you also enjoy outdoor activities such as mountain biking, rambling, or even camping; a portable GPS that can be taken anywhere with you would be ideal. As well as navigating your off-road persuits, versatile Sat Nav’s, like the Garmin Quest 2, operate in any vehicle. As well as motorcycling, you can take it in your car, on your boat, or even on a plane with you.

GPS devices designed exclusively for motorcycles can offer you some very impressive features. Especially designed with you, the motorcyclist, in mind, units like the TomTom RIDER have tough, weather-proof casing, touch-screen options for gloves, and anti-glare screens. One of the latest features introduced by TomTom for effective communication, is a system which transmits your spoken instructions via a built-in Bluetooth audio system, using a headset that sits inside your helmet.

The final type of GPS device that may appeal to you is the PDA/GPS hybrid. Although these devices have been designed primarily with portability in mind, most come with the added bonus of having a large screen. So, like the hand-held outdoor GPS units, this type of GPS would be ideal for those of you who enjoy a range of outdoor activities. With an integrated PDA on top of this, GPS/ PDA devices, like the Mio A201 for example, can be handy for work and play. With features like Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint, you will be able to catch up on work anytime, anyplace. If you prefer to listen to music on the move, play games, or store digital photos, a GPS device like this one is an ideal choice

Does the Reception Capabilities of Your Motorcycle GPS Meet Your Needs?

When selecting a GPS for your motorcycle, it is worth thinking about how accurate you want your satellite signals to be, in pinpointing your position.

A lot of GPS units available today have an accuracy of approximately 6-8 meters. However, many of the newer GPS models are designed with a WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) capability, resulting in accuracies of 3-4 meters 95% of the time. The Garmin Quest 2 for example, has a flip up external antenna equipped with a 12-channel WAAS GPS receiver; supplying position accuracy of up to 9 feet.

If you enjoy riding in dense woodlands and urban areas, it is worth noting that GPS devices incorporating the new SiRF Star III Chip Set, are units to look out for. This high performance, low power consumption chipset has superior sensitivity in high foliage surroundings. It is also worth noting that GPS units with external powered antennas are great in maintaining a signal in deep woodlands.

Does the Battery Life of Your Motorcycle GPS Suit Your Needs?

With the freedom to ride just about anywhere with a GPS; battery life is an important component to consider. Most GPS units use 2, 4, or 6 ‘AA’ batteries, which can last up to 6 hours. GPS units with integrated rechargeable batteries are the ideal choice if you occasionally lose track of time. With GPS systems like the TomTom RIDER, you can charge your battery at home, while planning your next route, or continuously keep topped up with power, by charging your GPS directly from your bikes battery.

How Resistant Is Your Motorcycle GPS To Vibration & Hard Ware?

With the freedom to ride just about anywhere and not get lost, it is guaranteed your GPS will get a great deal of use (and reverberation). So, it is important to consider how durable your GPS is, in withstanding such conditions.

GPS devices designed exclusively for Motorcycles, like the TomTom RIDER have been designed with this in mind. Not only weather proof, its tough outer case and rugged shock proof mount has been designed to absorb any external friction.

Although most GPS devices come with a mount, it is an absolute must that you use a vibration isolated mount if your GPS will be used regularly on your motorcycle. The RAM mount by NPI, which is fast becoming the industry standard, manufacture anti-vibration ball and socket mounting systems allowing you to mount practically anything, anywhere with vibration protection and durability. This would be an ideal addition to the Garmin Quest 2 GPS if you were purchasing this portable GPS for a lot of use on your motorcycle.

Do You Want Your Motorcycle GPS To Have 2-Way Communication?

Some of the most recent GPS systems to be launched for motorcycles have taken 2-way communication to a whole new level.

If you own a GPRS Bluetooth enabled mobile phone, it is worth knowing that many Sat Nav’s, like the TomTom RIDER, have incorporated a Bluetooth receiver, amongst their many features. With the ability to connect your phone via Bluetooth, and receive incoming phone calls through your GPS and Bluetooth headset, you need never have to take your gloves and helmet off to answer your phone again.

You could even use your Bluetooth enabled phones’ wireless Internet, and with certain models of GPS, receive real time information on traffic conditions.

Enjoy riding in groups? It is worth knowing there are some recent hand held units that can offer built in radios that will not only allow you to communicate with other members of your group, but will also display everyone’s location on your screen.

How Easy Is Your Motorcycle GPS To Update?

With Roads constantly changing, the ability to update your device easily, and at a reasonable cost, are very important factors to consider when selecting your GPS.

It is important to realize that each type of GPS will be updated in a different way, and so you need to choose which process is better for you.

Those which are attached to a PDA, like the Mio A201 for example, are usually updated via a PC, whereas dedicated in-vehicle units tend to be updated via a CD. These have to be purchased from the road map data supplier.

Some specific software vendors have solutions for preparing maps which can be downloaded to your GPS unit. Most notably, TomTom operate the TomTom PLUS service.

The Choice: Budget Considerations

In essence, your choice can be reasonably simple: Buy the most expensive GPS that you can afford, that suits your needs.

It is important, using my pointers above, to decide which features are most important to you. If you want an up-to-the-minute GPS for your motorcycle; with features like real-time, on demand traffic information, hands-free calling, turn by turn voice instructions via bluetooth headsets, alerts for speed camera locations, plus thousands of useful points of interest, GPS sytems like the TomTom RIDER start from approximately £550 inc. VAT.

If, however, you are looking for more of a toy to play with, and a GPS that will simply get you from A to B, then a hand held device could be a better choice. With a range of features, like simple voice guidance, compass mode, MP3 player, and essentially portability, GPS devices like the Mio 268 and the Garmin Quest 2 are ideal for motorcycles, and a range of outdoor activities. The Mio 268, and hand held GPS units with similar features, start from approximately £250 inc. VAT.

To browse a variety of discount GPS Sytems For Your Motorcycle, or Accessories & Software For Your Motorcycle GPS Systems, visit http://www.globalpositioningsystems.co.uk.

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June 8, 2009

VoIP - Sometimes Not an Easy Choice

Previously I wrote that VoIP was a good choice. If naked DSL or DSL without phone service is not an option for you, then VoIP can still be a good choice for your second or even third phone line. It sure comes in handy for your teenage children not to mention a home office. I recently sold service to a gentleman who wanted VoIP specifically for the ability to have a virtual number. His daughter recently went off to college in another state. He purchased VoIP service and signed up for a virtual number. He got a virtual number in the same area code that his daughter was in. This allows his daughter to call him at local charges vs. the long distance charges she would normally have to pay. Kudos’ to him for making his decision. Just another great benefit VoIP has to offer.

This weekend I was speaking with a friend of mine who recently purchased a home computer. He knew about my business and wanted to know his options for internet access. He also knows that I’m not just a big fan of VoIP but that I myself use it. His primary objective was internet access, secondary objective was VoIP. Here’s where the choices, for him, weren’t so straightforward.

First off, his current phone provider is the local cable company. He doesn’t use cable TV, rather he uses satellite TV. This current scenario meets his needs. He’s a huge sports fan and not about to give up his satellite TV because of the sports packages. Do you know anyone else in this type of situation? I told him that ‘normal’ DSL is out of the question. Our local RBOC won’t allow DSL access without phone service. What about naked DSL? Yes, my company has recently signed up a couple providers offering naked DSL, but the price is a bit higher. About the same as cable internet access would cost when you don’t have cable TV service. In both cases, naked DSL and cable access, the monthly fee was more than he’s willing to pay.

Well then, that was our dilemma. His existing setup won’t allow for either DSL or Cable without him spending more than he wants per month. A switch to cable TV service with cable broadband access won’t work for him either. He just doesn’t want to give up the satellite TV sports package. So what to do?

His options, as it were, are limited. I asked about his phone habits. How many local and long distance minutes do him and his family use? His child is fairly young and his wife’s family lives in the area, so long distance minutes don’t come into the picture. That leaves local calling. I have a bundled service I could offer him, but guess what, YEP, the RBOC ‘will’ allow a competitor to offer local service BUT the RBOC will ‘not’ allow that competitor to offer DSL.

He was trying to avoid the local RBOC, which is why he switched to cable phone service a few years back. Now, although he does have choices, the only thing to meet his budget is to cancel cable phone service and go back with the RBOC. Once phone service is active, then I can get him DSL access. DSL access from the local RBOC’s is really dropping in price so he can get his first 6 months at a very reasonable price. Even after that 6-month period, the rate is reasonable as well. This solves his primary objective to get high-speed internet access but doesn’t solve his secondary objective to get VoIP. He has no use for a second phone line so that’s not an option.

Since the FCC has mandated that RBOC’s need to offer naked DSL in roughly 3 years time, that’s actually going to work for him. After that 3-year timeframe his young child will be in high school. He’ll have more choices in just a few years. So, for this case, he doesn’t get everything he wants at the budget he can afford. Rather he solves his primary objective of internet access for now and will go for VoIP once the prices of naked DSL come down.

Although this is doable, it’s really a shame. It may be rare and it was the first time I’ve personally run across this type of situation. Phone from cable, TV from satellite works great for him, but because the phone companies and cable companies don’t play well, he looses. I will show him how to make his long distance calls from his computer, but for VoIP as a primary phone service, he’ll need to wait. Sometimes the decision to use VoIP is not such an easy choice. (For now)

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June 1, 2009

BT Says Wholesale Broadband Price Increase is Too Small

BT is not too happy with the change in price announced by Ofcom for BT’s wholesale division Openreach. BT has been allowed to charge £86.40 for its unbundled line, which earlier used to cost £81.69. If a broadband provider shares a line with BT, the charges would remain the same as last year i.e. £15.60.

BT had hoped to get a better price, but now it will have to wait until May 2010 for a more favourable revision. The company has commented on the change saying that it would be incurring a loss on each connection at this price. However, the chief executive of Ofcom, Ed Richards argues that the new prices will allow Openreach to make a reasonable amount of profit and at the same time, it would uphold the interests of the customers.

Replying to this a spokesman from BT commented that even though Ofcom has taken this measure to bring fairness and balance to the market, the price increase is not enough for the service provider to recover its costs and make profits. The lower increase in price is likely to put off future investments in this area.

According to a news report on The Register, Ofcom was expected to set the wholesale price that BT was allowed to charge in the range of £85 to £91, which means that Ofcom chose to remain conservative in the hike.

Filed under: Consumer World, Tech + Life, Telecommunication Hall — Admin @ 9:43 am

May 26, 2009

World On IP Community versus Telecoms’ Monopoly

World on IP community versus the TELECOMS’ monopoly or a dream of a visionary

Why VOIP will grow over the usual telephony

Without qualification, if one had to choose between usual telephone lines or IP telephony for carrying the voice, the first would be a better fit for the needs of voice communications. Also, IP telephony is generally subject to transmission delays.

Voice communications is highly sensitive to delays or irregularities in the transmission of voice signal components.

Even when transmitted in digital form, not only must the transmission delay be small (so as to be imperceptible to the listener), but also the time between the arrival of digital signal samples at the receiving end of a transmission must be at regular intervals. Any significant form of delay, whether delay of all samples or one sample relative to the other, can significantly degrade the quality of the voice signal recreated at the far end of the transmission.

Besides, Ip telephony during network congestion is subject to the loss of “packets” and with them part of the words of a conversation.

In the usual telephone lines, this doesn’t occure, because new calls are blocked from entering the network and there is no network congestion.

Why so much activity was spent in the last few years to overcome these problems?

Now, we are definetly able to offer a very good and reliable VOIP , with phones that can be used also on a Modem or ISDN connection. ( very attractive for the countries that are mostly penalized with high cost of telephone charges: India, Africa and rural zones in general.) A high compression and a new algorithm for it will allow the transmission of voice without any delay, the priority given to the voice packets will kill the congestion, all this resulting in a gorgeous quality of voice.

Although voice communications continues to dominate the market today, this will ultimately change as data communications grows at 100% per year, ( in Italy last year we had a 250% growth of DSL lines and they say next year will even be better) while voice only increases by 8 to 10% per year. Thus, the doubling of the existing lines ( creation of voice over IP world ) only makes sense in the case the data customers want to use the data line for voice communications as well. For example, a multi-location user that uses a commercial data network service to connect those customer locations might want to cut down expenses by using that same network for voice communications, as well. It has been estimated that companies can lower their communications costs by as much as 80% by placing their voice traffic through the unused space in their data networks .

How we plan to compete with the giant Telecoms of today

Entering the market against the Telecoms is downright dangerous and potentially fatal in today’s capital environment. The net revenue derived from investment should be small relatively to the size of the investment. A single large business may generate many thousands of dollars per month in revenues for an investor , while a big residential consumers investment would generate very little revenue compared to the infrastructures required.

That considered, it should not surprise us if firms try and serve large businesses rather than residential customers.

If competition is less likely when the revenue is small relative to the size of the investment, there are three ways to increase competition in a market:

a) increase revenue

b) reduce the investment required

c) do both.

What has all this to do with being a Utopistic dreamer or visionary as many defined me while I explained my project?

I have an exciting project, which, if succesfull, will allow all the people who own a DSL line to be able to call the world with a portable IP phone. I will try to explain it as much as possible ( you can also see my web pages at http://www.worldonip.com/community. )

It is very simple.

Instead of sharing the bandwidth to download illegal MP3 or movies, we share it to telephone for free.

You need to connect to your DSL line an Access Point, to place the antenna on a window. You do not even need to have the computer on 24 hours a day, just connecting the access point. You will create a ” Hot Spot” that every other member of the community will be able to use. You will then need a (real) portable IP phone, you will connect to the Net either through your own Hot Spot or through the hot spot of any other member, wherever you will be ( all the continents will have people sharing hot spots. )

A call with our device consumes maximum 20 k, thanks to to high compression of the voice and the quality is absolutely gorgeous.

Our telephone will have a price around 200 - 250 US dollars. An access point costs not more than 100 US dollars. The value of the investment highly overcomes the amount.

Imagine, being able to call for free for the rest of your life!!! And imagine what kind of doors opens a connection like that!

Going back to the market competition.

In my particular case

a) Increase the revenue. Every member would have enormous revenues under the voice” Free call wherever he wants”.

b) Reduce the investment. Being a shared investment, every member will invest in the enterprise the cost of an Access point ( around $100 or even less). Considering that in the beginning we will have members who already have a DSL line with a flat rate, and already use it for other purposes, also the cost of running the system and relative bandwidth will amount to almost zero. The cost of the phone is irrilevant compared to the benefit of having FREE CALLS.

Not only does the Community reduce the investment required to provide a competitive service to almost ZERO, it also significantly reduces the risk involved in funding a telecom start-up venture. The Community allows an entrant to begin a new service at minimal sunk capital cost.

Further, once a critical mass of customers is signed up on the Community, it becomes far more cost effective for the entrant to build a new ” Hot Spot”.

To the unskilled eye, it appears as if the competition envisioned by the authors of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 for residential and small business markets was not much more than a dream - an unrealized and unrealizable nirvana.

The project of the Community is making that dream a reality and offers the potential for building a really strong TELECOM able to compete against the World Telecoms’ monopoly.

Our model is easy to realize ( because the infrastructure already exists), brings enormous revenues to the members of the Community and the investment is really minimal.

Without considering the NON-Polluting system that will be created in competition to a Highly polluting system existing.

World on Ip community versus Telecoms’ monopoly. A real challenge?

Patrizia Demaria

About The Author

Patrizia is an italian pharmacyst, fond of Internet and Internet related subjects. She is also an e-books publisher with a website of more than 700 free classic literature e-books in English, French, Italian, German http://www.easymediabroadcast.com all personally published by her.

Her english is not always perfect, but the temperament and passion with which she espouse a cause overcome her (eventual) mistakes. Lately all her efforts are devolved to the creation of the World on IP community.

http://www.worldonip.com/community

patrizia@worldonip.com

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