5 Ways The Last Of Us Multiplayer Could be Improved

The Last of Us came out on the PS3 in 2013, hitting the console like a tidal wave. The story was emotional and easily drew even the casual gamer in. Hardcore gamers quickly grew to love The Last of Us multiplayer, jumping online to dominate the competition. Suffice it to say, the zombie-survival title had a [&hellip The post 5 Ways The Last Of Us Multiplayer Could be Improved appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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The 5 Ways The Last Of Us Multiplayer Could be Improved

The Last of Us came out on the PS3 in 2013, hitting the console like a tidal wave. The story was emotional and easily drew even the casual gamer in. Hardcore gamers quickly grew to love The Last of Us multiplayer, jumping online to dominate the competition. Suffice it to say, the zombie-survival title had a [&hellip The post The 5 Ways The Last Of Us Multiplayer Could be Improved appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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SeoToaster 2.2 Brings About Range of eCommerce Improvements

With the release of SeoToaster 2.2 which we covered quite recently SeoToaster s eCommerce capabilities have received a sizeable boost. SeoToaster is an open source free CMS software that enables you to build powerful eCommerce websites, amongst other things. Along with the release of SeoToaster 2.2., came over 100 new features, many of which were eCommerce [ ]
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Does A Kinectless Xbox One Pose A Threat To The PS4?

Let s try to imagine a world where Microsoft s Xbox One and Sony s PlayStation 4 were on equal ground in this current generation of consoles. Rather than the PS4 taking charge in sales with its cheaper yet powerful hardware and leaving the Xbox One and it s bundled Kinect miles behind, we instead have both consoles at equal power, affordability and even going neck and neck [&hellip The post Does A Kinectless Xbox One Pose A Threat To The PS4? appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Blogger’s Week On Edmonton’s Breakfast Television!

Videos and a recap of my stint on Edmonton's Breakfast Television for Bloggers Week! The post Blogger s Week On Edmonton s Breakfast Television! appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Oreo & PB Cup Golden Graham Bars

Marshmallow and Golden Graham cereal bars, stuffed with Oreo's & Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. I just giggled. The post Oreo & PB Cup Golden Graham Bars appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Strawberry Nutella French Toast Rolls

Strawberry Nutella French Toast Rolls..need I say more? The post Strawberry Nutella French Toast Rolls appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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The Top 5 Franchises We’re Dying to See on PS Vita

In the two and a half years that PlayStation Vita has been around, we ve seen some great attempts at bringing familiar faces to the handheld. At launch, we were treated to the treasure-hunting exploits of Nathan Drake with Uncharted: Golden Abyss. Recently, we got to see the device put to the graphical test by Killzone: [&hellip The post The Top 5 Franchises We re Dying to See on PS Vita appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Watch Dogs Review

Watch Dogs showcases what it s all about in its very first mission. Blackouts, hacking, taking guards down, and lots of explosions happening on-screen. I have one word that describes this game straight off the bat; Fun. The game puts you in the shoes of a clever hacker, Aiden Pearce. My first impression of Aiden was that [&hellip The post Watch Dogs Review appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Oreo Chocolate Pudding Cookies – As Seen on Breakfast Television Edmonton

My Oreo Chocolate Pudding Cookies. Chocolate & Oreo cookie lovers rejoice! Easy, fast and devilishly delicious! The post Oreo Chocolate Pudding Cookies As Seen on Breakfast Television Edmonton appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Sony Prepares to Launch PS4 in China

Sony is preparing to launch their already succesful PlayStation 4 in China, a plan that was formulated in response to the country lifting its ban on all consoles. As part of the plan, Sony will collaborate with the Chinese company and Shanghai Media Group member Shanghai Oriental Pearl Culture Development to appropriate local [&hellip The post Sony Prepares to Launch PS4 in China appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Top 5 PS4 Boss Battles of 2014 (So Far)

The first boss battle was in dnd, a 1975 roleplaying game for the PLATO console; the game s Gold Dragon was primitive, if revolutionary. Since then, bosses have become integral to gaming. Bowser, Ganondorf, Dracula are all bosses that have become such a big part of our gaming experiences, that some of them are actually more famous [&hellip The post Top 5 PS4 Boss Battles of 2014 (So Far) appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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10 Random & Weird Things You Should Know About Disneyland

10 Random & Weird Things You Should Know About Disneyland. Stroller locks will be cut off, ashes in the Haunted Mansion and more! The post 10 Random & Weird Things You Should Know About Disneyland appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Wazala Unveils Wazala Analytics Dashboard

Wazala, a popular eCommerce solution, has announced the launch of the Wazala Analytics Dashboard. The popular platform allows you to add a store to your website in a rather unique way. Instead of having to build and design an entirely new page or section of your website, Wazala enables you to very quickly and easily overlay your store [ ]
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One Pot Camping Wasabi Plum Roast Beef & Green Beans

One Pot Camping Wasabi Plum Roast Beef & Green Beans. I'm such a hard core, roughing it camper, aren't I? The post One Pot Camping Wasabi Plum Roast Beef & Green Beans appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Top 10 Shopify Templates to Transform Your Store

Shopify an award-winning eCommerce platform allows you to easily implement a shopping cart into your existing website, or even create a brand new store using their hosted servers. The look and feel of an online store has a huge impact on conversion rates. Simply by implementing a clean and professional template alone can help boost [ ]
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Dark Souls 2: How Hard is Too Hard?

The RPG (Role Playing Game) genre is where the casual gamers mingle with hardcore gamers. With this mix, comes an inevitable clash of opinions and preferences. The Dark Souls franchise has built up its popularity within the gaming community by offering a challenging journey that makes the player not only engage the game, but experience incredible frustration while [&hellip The post Dark Souls 2: How Hard is Too Hard? appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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10 Cool PS4 Facts You Probably Don’t Know About

It s been a good few months since the PS4 launched, and you re probably already engrossed in a number of games by now. You may even be a number of days and weeks into Battlefield 4, KillZone, Assassins Creed and InFamous. But whilst playing these games, did you manage to delve into the many menus and settings that can be [&hellip The post 10 Cool PS4 Facts You Probably Don t Know About appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Amazing Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

If you don't make these now, you have to stop reading my website. That's all there is to it. These are the best Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings I have EVER EATEN. The post Amazing Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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8 Awesome PS4 Indie Games Available for Under $10.00

It s no secret that blockbuster PS4 titles have been few and far between since the consoles relatively recent launch. For many, that s been one hell of a drag. But for those who delved into the india market? It s hardly been an issue. Indie is short for independent . In other words, indie games are developed by [&hellip The post 8 Awesome PS4 Indie Games Available for Under $10.00 appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor for PS4 Trailer Released

For you Tolkien fans out there (myself included of course) today is full of exciting news. A new trailer for the upcoming Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor for PS4 (and PS3) has been released. According to the game page on Wikipedia: In the game, the player plays as a ranger with Wraith-like abilities by the name of Talion. The world [&hellip The post Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor for PS4 Trailer Released appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Simple Curried Shrimp Salad

A simple spring shrimp salad. With curry. Simply spectacular! The post Simple Curried Shrimp Salad appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Win Two Tickets To The Red Shoe Crawl!

Win two tickets to the 4th annual Red Show Crawl here in Edmonton! The post Win Two Tickets To The Red Shoe Crawl! appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Homemade Double Chocolate Oreo Cake

This cake- unsurprisingly- was created from the minds of children.No, not myself, though I m sure you can call my mind childish more than I d care to admit, but from actual real children. My friend Kandice was up this past long weekend here in Edmonton and for the first time in years, I was able to... The post Homemade Double Chocolate Oreo Cake appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Homemade Double Chocolate Oreo Cake

This cake- unsurprisingly- was created from the minds of children.No, not myself, though I m sure you can call my mind childish more than I d care to admit, but from actual real children. My friend Kandice was up this past long weekend here in Edmonton and for the first time in years, I was able to... The post Homemade Double Chocolate Oreo Cake appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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How to Optimize Your Google Shopping Data Feed to Boost eCommerce Sales

Many merchants are scratching their heads over their Google Shopping Data Feed. These campaigns can be quite puzzling, but here are some ideas about best practices that should help dispel any confusion. “One of the most important things to understand is that Google is now placing a great deal of emphasis on quality standards to provide a better shopping experience.” Google have also announced that they intend to enforce data quality along with shipping and tax requirements. To that end, they have begun to implement data quality suspensions.
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Oreo Cookies n’ Cream Buttercream Icing

Oreo Cookies n' Cream Buttercream Icing. To eat off the spoon or not to eat off the spoon, that is the question.... The post Oreo Cookies n Cream Buttercream Icing appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Is the PlayStation Plus Membership Worth it?

So you ve just picked up your first PlayStation console and now you are asking yourself, Is the PlayStation Plus membership worth it? Rest assured, it is. Whether it s a PS4, a Vita or an earlier model, it s definitely one of the first things you should consider purchasing. PlayStation Plus has been around for quite some [&hellip The post Is the PlayStation Plus Membership Worth it? appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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Hotel Room Walkthrough: The Hotel Brasserie au Violon, Basel, Switzerland

Our gorgeous little hotel in Switzerland that was formerly a jail. Way too cool. The post Hotel Room Walkthrough: The Hotel Brasserie au Violon, Basel, Switzerland appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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6 Must Have PS4 Games Launching Summer 2014

The PlayStation 4 is about to experience its first ever Summer, and it s planning to do it in style. Summer 2014 is due to be the launchpad for a long list of awesome PS4 games, but six of them in particular caught our attention. Some come boasting the names of familiar franchises, whilst others are planning [&hellip The post 6 Must Have PS4 Games Launching Summer 2014 appeared first on PlayStation Critic.
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First Look at Transistor for PS4

Transistor  is a new title about to land in the PlayStation store from developer SuperGiant, makers of the very popular title, Bastion. Landing in store on May 20, 2014, this new title features some incredible art work and a unique gameplay experience that will surely please gamers everywhere. Before we get into the nitty gritty details, check out their new launch trailer below. While not much is being said about the game and how it plays out, the general concept behind the game is as follows: Transistor is a sci-fi themed action RPG that invites players to wield an extraordinary weapon of unknown origin as they fight through a stunning futuristic city. The game seamlessly integrates thoughtful strategic planning into a fast-paced action experience, melding responsive gameplay and rich atmospheric storytelling. During the course of the adventure, players will piece together the Transistor s mysteries as they pursue its former owners. While the developer has openly claimed they don t
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5 PS4 Controller Accessories That Will Boost your FPS Stats

When time is running out, and you desperately need to land that perfect headshot, there s nothing quite like having an edge over your unsuspecting opponents. The market is flooded with PS4 controller accessories that claim to give you a helping hand when it comes to fast, accurate FPS aiming but there are only a few worth paying attention to. Below, we ve listed six PS4 controller accessories that are lauded in the FPS community as producing the best results when it comes to pulling the trigger. 1. FPS Freek Vortex When it comes to FPS-dedicated PS4 controller accessories, you won t find anything better than the FPS Freek Vortex. The two thumb grips come in two sizes. The grip for the right analog stick is taller than the grip for the left analog stick. The reasoning behind that is to give you maximum leverage and precision while aiming witht the right stick. At the same time, the smaller left sticks are designed to add grip to your left thumbstick without adding much height. Below is
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Copycat Earl’s Santa Fe Salad

I had no idea that sweet dates and Tex Mex went together so fabulously! Thanks Earl's! The post Copycat Earl s Santa Fe Salad appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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SocialEngine PHP 4.8.3 Released with HTML5 Video Compatibility

SocialEngine have released version 4.8.3 of the non-hosted flavour of their social networking CMS, SocialEngine PHP. Coming out of the box completely unbranded, SocialEngine PHP can be customized endlessly. Also, thanks to the large SocialEngine Community, a hug range of addons and themes are available to apply to your SocialEngine website. 
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Win A Conference Pass For Two To Host Edmonton!

I am thrilled to host a giveaway this week for tickets to the inaugural Host Edmonton event from May 22-24th! This event has everyone in Edmonton chatting about it and I m so glad that one of you, my readers, has the chance to take a partner and go! Not only that, there is a pair... The post Win A Conference Pass For Two To Host Edmonton! appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Homemade Honey, Lime & Garlic Avocado Dressing

My Homemade Honey, Lime & Garlic Avocado Dressing totally changed my salad life. The post Homemade Honey, Lime & Garlic Avocado Dressing appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Yammer: Social Networking for the World of Enterprise

Yammer is a private enterprise social network that makes collaboration easy for employees across departments, locations, apps and devices. With over 200,000 companies around the world use Yammer as their internal networking platform, including the likes of Shell, DHL, eBay and many more. In fact, over 85% of Fortune 500 companies make use of the platform. 
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The Perfect eCommerce Product Page

If you have an ecommerce website, there are some elements that are must-haves for basic functioning and many others that can add value, interest and success. To determine which elements you should use, you must thoroughly understand your target audience. This will assist you in knowing exactly which functions and elements will resonate with them and be helpful to them. Excellent customer service is really the bottom line when it comes to sales conversions. In this article we present four areas of your ecommerce product page that will result in increased sales. We also introduce and explain many of the most popular and useful additions to any ecommerce page. Read on to learn more.
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IBM Launches ‘IBM ExperienceOne’

Today, via the IBM Smarter Commerce Global Summit in Tampa, Florida, IBM announced IBM ExperienceOne. ExperienceOne is a new integrated portfolio of cloud-based and on premise offering that brings together marketing, sales and service practices, enabling organizations to create deeper, more valuable customer engagements.
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Widgy: New Tree Editor Has Roots in CMS

Widgy is a new heterogenous tree editor, built on Python/Django, that takes the “tree” analogy one step further. By integrating with Mezzanine CMS, it allows users to edit or create (“groom and grow,” if you will) web pages and other data as if they were branches on a tree.
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Wix Releases New Animation Feature

Today, Wix have treated their 46 million strong user base with a new and exciting animation feature which will bring Wix websites to life. Wix is an extremely user-friendly website builder, giving users of all skill levels an opportunity to build a beautiful web presence for free, or on enhanced paid plans.  
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Wix Releases New Amination Feature

Today, Wix have treated their 46 million strong user base with a new and exciting animation feature which will bring Wix websites to life. Wix is an extremely user-friendly website builder, giving users of all skill levels an opportunity to build a beautiful web presence for free, or on enhanced paid plans.  
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Singing the Praises of Chorus

Everyone is singing the praises for Chorus, Vox Media’s own CMS and the platform behind the recently launched Vox.com. Patrick Thornton of the Interchange Project calls it, “the best CMS I’ve ever heard of.” The New York Times credits it for the success of the Vox Media, while even Eric Eldon, of the rival blog TechCrunch, is “very impressed", and calls it a next-generation platform competing against those that are decades old. 
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Ugly Black Bean & Ham Soup

Just call me the Martha Stewart of soups. This soup is two things : seriously ugly and seriously delicious. The post Ugly Black Bean & Ham Soup appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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What Can Shopify Do For You?

If you have looked into or thought about setting up an online store on your website, then you have probably heard of Shopify.  Shopify is an eCommerce tool that is great for all levels, whether you are just starting out with your very first online store or you are a seasoned pro who has been selling for years. Read on to learn more about what Shopify can do for you.
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Evoq Social 2.0: a Look at What's New With DNN Software's Community Platform

Evoq Social 2.0 has arrived. It comes bearing an array of features designed to empower online community managers, primarily through enhanced community monitoring tools. DNN Software provides a suite of solutions that make designing, building and managing feature-rich sites and communities fast, easy and cost-effective. 
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Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake

A homemade,from scratch cake with pistachio pudding in it. To. Die. For. The post Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Pistachio Pudding Buttercream Icing

Pistachio Pudding Buttercream Icing is an icing I truly want to just eat off the spoon. Daily. The post Pistachio Pudding Buttercream Icing appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Strawberry, Kiwi & Lime Salad

If being in love with a salad is wrong, I don't want to be right. The post Strawberry, Kiwi & Lime Salad appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Drupal 7.28 Released With Numerous Bug Fixes

Drupal have released their second Drupal 7 update in a month, in the form of Drupal 7.28. Drupal is an open source platform which boasts over 630,000 users and developers, many of whom help to maintain the product.
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Extravagantly Luxurious Garlic & Herb Fish

Guest Post Recipe: Extravagantly Luxurious Garlic & Herb Fish - oh and it's low sodium too! The post Extravagantly Luxurious Garlic & Herb Fish appeared first on The Kitchen Magpie.
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Alibaba IPO Process Kicks off

Alibaba, the massive chinese eCommerce company, has kicked off the process to begin it's first initial public offering (IPO) today. There have been rumors for quite some time that Alibaba was planning a public offering but this is the first confirmation we've seen that the process has actually begun. According to this article on VentureBeat, documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission confirm that the process has begun to move forward.
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New GOSS Software improves Channel Shift potential

Today sees the launch of GOSS iCM (intelligent Content Management) version 10.0.1.0, the latest upgrade to the Web Content Management Solution built by GOSS Interactive.The latest Business Process Mapping, Forms and integration capabilities of GOSS iCM are designed to significantly improve the ability for councils to deliver online transactions and so reduce these costs with the significantly lower budgets they have available.
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Wix Introduce Advanced Meta-Tags for Professional Users

Users of the popular platform Wix will be pleased to know that improvements to Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and connections to third-party tools and networks has been introduced through advanced meta-tagging.  
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Amazon Makes Twitter Shopping a Reality With #AmazonCart

Wouldn't it be great to shop as you browse Twitter? Well, thanks to Amazon, US and UK customers can now do exactly that. Amazon have introduced #AmazonCart for US customers and #AmazonBasket for UK customers, allowing them to respond to Tweets which contain links to Amazon products with their respective hashtags. This then places the product in question directly into your Amazon shopping cart, ready for when you next visit Amazon.
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LightCMS Announce New Social Features & Interface Changes

LightCMS have announced some useful Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Social features to be released tomorrow, May 7th 2014. As a popular cloud-based website builder, LightCMS offers an array of tools which help users to build professional websites, online stores and blogs in just a few clicks. 
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Selectica: Is this Contract Management System Really a “CMS on Steroids”?

Every athlete says their team will win before the game, and yet afterwards half of them are sure to be wrong. It’s hard to trust someone gloating about their own product, so we’re a bit skeptical to believe Selectica CEO Blaine Mathieu when he describes the sixth version of their Contract Lifecycle Management system as “CMS on steroids.”  Still, their newest installment boasts an array of advanced features, so is polite modesty really necessary? 
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Open-Source vs. Proprietary: It’s Not Always About the Money

It’s time to build your website, and one of the first things you need to decide is also one of the most important.  Do you choose one of the popular Open-Source systems (like WordPress or Joomla) and get your hands dirty, or do you use a Proprietary system and pay someone else to get their hands dirty for you? 
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SocialEngine PHP 4.8.2 Released

SocialEngine PHP users will be pleased to hear of the platform's latest release, version 4.8.2. The widely popular social network software comes in two editions; SocialEngine Cloud and SocialEngine PHP (non-hosted). 
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Phone Support For Your eCommerce Site – Is It Necessary?

When you are setting up an eCommerce website, you may think that providing a phone number is an unnecessary expense and bother; however, there are many good reasons for including a phone contact. Among them are trust building and providing excellent customer service. Both of these are very necessary components to successful eCommerce. In this article we will discuss some of the ups and downs of offering phone support for your eCommerce site. We will also discuss some valuable alternatives for doing so. Read on to learn more.
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Pen.io: Blogging Without a Blog

Have you ever wanted to publish a blog post without the hassle of actually starting a blog in the first place? Well, now you can do just that. Pen.io is a remarkably simple yet brilliant blogging tool.
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Sitecore and MongoDB Partner to Solve Big Data Challenges for Marketers

Sitecore, last years winners of the Critics' Choice and People's Choice Awards for Best Enterprise CMS, today announced that MongoDB, the database for modern applications, will power the Sitecore® Experience DatabaseTM, an infinitely scalable experience repository that collects and connects customer data in real-time to provide marketers with a single view of every individual customer that can be actioned in real-time to deliver highly personalized experiences.…
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BlackMonk 3.3 Released with Inline Editor for Rich Static Pages

BlackMonk CMS have this week released the latest version of their platform which enables users to build a range of different portal types. Such portals can be in the form of online newspapers, magazine sites, business directories, city portals and community portals - all of which can be powered by BlackMonk.
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