The Online Video Explosion
August 10, 2006 by Phil Montero · 3 Comments
During our last show we were talking about the recent explosion of online video. I found a few blog posts that discussed this topic. Smart Mobs had a short article entitled “Watching Online Video” where they discussed who is watching online video. They go on to say:
“Julie Supan,senior director of marketing for YouTube,said the site now serves up 35 million videos per day,and users upload 35,000 videos per day,with 100 million page views per day. These are massive numbers for a site that’s not even a year old yet”.Which prompts this question posed by unmediated.org, if Youtube.com now gets more traffic than the BBC.Which is mainstream media?
Another story I found from Wired called “A Guide to the Online Video Explosion” asks what do people want to watch? They noted that:
” . . .the networks are racing one another to get their broadcast programs online, while also creating Web-only content.
But don’t let them fool you. What’s happening here isn’t just TV online. Gone are the rigid 30- and 60-minute blocks; now the clip is it – be it 30 seconds or eight minutes, we’re watching only the money shots. Gone is top-down broadcasting; instead, the network has been, well, networked, with thousands of creators and places to watch, from single-serving sites like Rockboom to slick aggregators like iTunes and blinkx. And gone, too, is the at-this-time, at-this-channel programming; now we’re not only time-shifting with DVRs, we’re space-shifting as well, watching stuff on our laptops, iPods, and cell phones – even loading it back onto our TVs.”
What are your thoughts on this recent trend? Post a comment to this post and let us know!
Show #5: Beyond Text – The rise of multimedia on the web
August 10, 2006 by Phil Montero · 1 Comment
This week we took a look at different ways multimedia can be used for entertainment and for marketing your business. Thanks to Israel Hyman for joining us as our guests on the show.
If you missed the show you can listen in below or download the MP3 file.
Show # 5: Beyond Text – The rise of multimedia on the web
With more people accessing the internet on a hi-speed connection websites featuring audio, video, and other multimedia content have begun to gain popularity. Phil & Jason discuss some of the uses and applications for multimedia. They will be joined by guest Israel Hyman, founder of the Glimpster Video Podcast Network and creator of the popular Izzy Video Podcast.
Here’s what we covered:
- The Rise and Uses of Multimedia: We looked at how multimedia on the web has developed over time and its different uses.
- Product/Service Spotlight: Audio Generator and Instant Video Generator are easy affordable ways to put audio and video on your site. Visit our DIY page for more information about these services and other internet marketing tools we recommend for small businesses.
- Tech Talk: More people are watching home made video online. Here are some sites where you can check out this latest video explosion and post your own videos.
- Our Guest: Israel Hyman, Founder of the Glimpster Video Podcast Network and Host of the very popular Izzy Video podcast.
- Other Resources (including some of our favorite online entertainment sites):
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- The Internet Archive – Over 39,000 movies, 37,000 live concerts, and 90,000 audio recordings all for your listening and viewing pleasure – FREE!
- Ask a Ninja – You got questions, Ninja got answers! Trust me these are like potato chips – you can’t watch just one.
- Homestar Runner – Our favorite is Strong Bad’s Email
- What is a podcast you ask? We mentioned Podcasts a lot on this show. This page offers a brief, clear description.
To listen to the show you can use the flash player below or download the MP3 file. Use the PLAY IN POPUP link below if you want to use our flash player and roam the web while listening.
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TAO Podcast – Home Office Tips
August 5, 2006 by Phil Montero · 1 Comment
Welcome to the first episode of The Anywhere Office Podcast. This podcast will be separate and shorter than our full radio show archives. The podcast will feature both video and audio posts relating to living a digital lifestyle and the changing world of work. We will include short segments from our live weekly internet radio show which airs Wednesdays at 2PM EST.
This episode contains our Top 5 Home Office Tips which we covered this past Wednesday on the show. Visit www.TheAnywhereOffice.com and click archives to listen to the complete show. While you are there be sure to visit our blog and post comments and feedback as well.
TAO Podcast Theme Music – Begin by Andy Simon
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Show #4: Work is something you do, not some place you go
August 3, 2006 by Phil Montero · Leave a Comment
This week we took a look at pros, cons, and tips for working in a home office. Thanks to Jeff Zbar and Andy Simon for joining us as our guests on the show.
If you missed the show you can listen in below or download the MP3 file.
Show # 4: Work is something you do, not some place you go
Joined by musician and freelance audio engineer Andy Simon and Chief Home Officer Jeff Zbar, we will tackle the pros, cons, what fors and how tos of setting up and thriving in a home office. Whether you’re a solo professional, freelancer, telecommuter, day extender, or just someone who has a dedicated workspace at home – you don’t want to miss this broadcast!
Here’s what we covered:
- Top 5 Home Office Tips: From our book 2-Minute Home Office Tips. You can also download a free tip book on our resource page.
- Website Spotlight: Stetch and excercise with MyDailyYoga.com
- Tech Talk: Programs and services to share large files with others
- IM programs like Yahoo Messenger, MSN Messenger, or AOL Instant Messenger
- YouSendIt.com
- Avvenu
- Pando
- Our Guests:
- Jeff Zbar the “Chief Home Officer” – Journalist, Author, Speaker, and Consultant
- Andy Simon – Musician and freelance audio engineer
- Music: Music leading into breaks “Don’t Know Where I’m Going” compliments of Andy Simon
To listen to the show you can use the flash player below or download the MP3 file. Use the PLAY IN POPUP link below if you want to use our flash player and roam the web while listening.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 47:25 — 10.9MB)
Whitepaper on Remote Access and Business Continuity
July 27, 2006 by Phil Montero · Leave a Comment
On this weeks radio show we talked about business continuity and the role that remote access can play in organizations being prepared for workplace disruptions. Citrix Online (makers of GoToMyPC) was kind enough to supply us with a whitepaper they have written titled “Business Continuity: Managing a Workforce Disruption with Remote Access”
Here is a summary:
Although no one can say with certainty whether an avian influenza pandemic will occur, business continuity experts and government agencies stress the importance of preparing now. While most companies have focused much planning effort on protecting systems and workplace assets in the event of a loss of power or server failure, many haven’t planned how employees will continue working if they are confined at home for extended periods.
This paper describes how you can complete the missing part of your business continuity plans by using remote access to provide employees with access to information and resources during an unexpected disruption. Remote access, when planned properly, can reduce the risks to your business during a workforce disruption.
You can download the full whitepaper below.
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