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Microsoft Quietly Debuts New Social Network, So.cl

BY Christina Chaey | 05-21-2012 | 11:52 AM | INNOVATION

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Exclusive: New Google+ Study Reveals Minimal Social Activity, Weak User Engagement

BY Austin Carr | 05-15-2012 | 7:41 AM | INNOVATION

Larry Page recently called Google+ the company's "social spine." But a new report from RJ Metrics shows that the average public post there receives less than one +1. Just how weak is this spine?READ MORE›

3 Ways To Work Smarter Using Google+ Hangouts

BY Amber Mac | 05-03-2012 | 6:47 AM | LEADERSHIP

No, for real. It might lack the buzz of Facebook, but it's a powerful productivity tool. READ MORE›

3 Ways That Google Is Searching To Secure Its Future

BY Kit Eaton | 03-27-2012 | 3:30 PM | INNOVATION

A new commenting platform, an enhanced Google+, and a higher-profile Play are all in the mix. What does this mean for the Google we know and use?READ MORE›

Romney Campaign: Square "Could Be Huge," And Other Digital Trends In Politics

BY Austin Carr | 02-07-2012 | 1:10 PM | INNOVATION

Zac Moffatt, digital director for the Romney campaign, talks shop on Square, Instagram, Twitter, and the "On-Demanders."READ MORE›

Foursquare, Google, And The Search Schism Of 2012

BY Austin Carr | 01-12-2012 | 4:44 PM | INNOVATION

Earlier this week, Google launched Search+. The new features heavily promote content from Google+, the company's social network, at the top of its search results, all but turning the search engine into a massive advertisement--a big no-no if you've been paying any attention to Google's antitrust hearings. READ MORE›

Robert Wong's Dilemma: Activism, Anonymity, And Google+

BY Noah Robischon | 11-11-2011 | 8:21 AM | ROBERT WONG

Using a person's real identity is a powerful way to curb hate speech online. It's also a danger for political activists. Google is in the unfortunate position of having to choose between the two. READ MORE›

The Power Potential Of Google+ Pages For Businesses

BY Nathaniel Perez | 11-07-2011 | 11:16 PM | MANAGEMENT

Google moves another step deeper into Facebook territory with the launch of Pages for businesses. Someday, Facebook will launch "timeline" for brand pages. And both launches will really matter. But most important will be the difference Google+ pages can make for brands and businesses if Google can only get it done right.READ MORE›

Google's Search For Better Branding At Tonight's GOP Debate On Fox

BY Austin Carr | 09-22-2011 | 1:59 PM | INNOVATION

Google might have been in Washington yesterday for a less voluntary reason, but tonight the search giant happily enters the political arena to co-host the "Fox News-Google" GOP debate, minus Google+.READ MORE›

Why the Navy Likes Google+

BY Neal Ungerleider | 08-23-2011 | 4:32 PM | INNOVATION

The United States Navy is considering embracing Google+ for communicating with sailors and the greater public. The reason, it seems, mostly has to do with Facebook's counterintuitive security settings.READ MORE›

Skype's Acquisition of GroupMe Gives Microsoft A Social Life

BY Austin Carr | 08-22-2011 | 1:28 PM | INNOVATION

Skype plans to acquire popular group-messaging service GroupMe for a rumored $85 million. But more important than how GroupMe will benefit Skype is how it will benefit Microsoft, which is in the process of acquiring Skype for $8.5 billion.READ MORE›

5 Steps To Get Your Business Ready For Mastering Google+

BY Wendy Marx | 08-15-2011 | 12:57 PM | CAREERS

B2B companies have traditionally been laggards in social media. But the recent launch of Google+ -- which will eventually be available for business use -- has the potential to hugely transform the way B2B companies engage online. Here's how to prepare. READ MORE›

Google Plus, Pseudonyms & Activists

BY Neal Ungerleider | 08-08-2011 | 3:55 PM | TECHNOLOGY

Google Plus' stringent real-names-only policy appears to be hurting the new social networking site's popularity among activists worldwide. Will Google ever change their approach?READ MORE›

Little Kim, Nicki Minaj, and why Google+ just may work.......

BY Glenn "Daddy-O" Bolton | 08-02-2011 | 11:39 AM | INNOVATION

What do Nicki Minaj, Little Kim and Google Plus have in common?READ MORE›

8 Ways To Build Your Personal Learning Network With Twitter, Google Plus, And More

BY Anya Kamenetz | 08-02-2011 | 10:39 AM | CAREERS

Lifelong learning is a must for any career. But in the long run, no one learns alone. We Your "Personal Learning Network," or PLN, is the group of people who feed your learning head. In a true PLN, you’re a contributor, not just a consumer. Here's how to get yours up and rolling. READ MORE›

The Complete Entrepreneurs Guide to Google+

BY Rich Brooks | 07-26-2011 | 11:44 AM | VIDEO

Response to Google+, the new social networking platform from Google, has ranged from excitement to groans from people already overwhelmed with too much social media activity. If you haven't yet gotten on Google+, or haven't started really exploring the platform, here's what you need to know.READ MORE›

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