One of the things that is often hard to appreciate is that the Internet and its associated technologies will soon be present in many items other than a computer. For many people their only access to the Internet is via a PC. However, Internet controlled dishwashers are on their way and we already have the “Internet fridge”. In a few years time many more things, including your clothes, will be connected using Internet technology. This morning I’ve discovered another extension of the Internet with a new device that allows blogs to appear on the XBox 360 gaming machine. This is a fantastic development as it will allow XBox devotees to communicate with each other in complex ways, without the need for a computer. Expect many more ways of sharing blogs in the future.
Internet retailers need more accessible sites
A report out today suggests that online retailers are losing millions of pounds each year because their sites are not accessible enough. What that means is that people with disabilities, such as sight problems, or