Five ways companies use social media and look like jerks
Let's take a look at five ways companies use social media and end up making themselves look like complete and utter fools.
DIY-IT
Part mad scientist, part celebrity author, and part shadowy government advisor, CBS Interactive's Distinguished Lecturer David Gewirtz warps space/time with neat hacks, cool do-it-yourself projects, business survival tips, and commentary that peels paint.
David Gewirtz
David Gewirtz, Distinguished Lecturer at CBS Interactive, is an author, U.S. policy advisor, and computer scientist. He is featured in The History Channel special The President's Book of Secrets.
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My new Apple TV is still in China
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The year 2012: the end of recorded history?
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I'm on your side, kids. It's time for some truth. Let's shut down that reality distortion field and save you some money. Let's get started.
If you're expecting a new iPad on Friday, make sure there's someone around to sign for it
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Trenton Computer Festival, the early days of computing, and me
TCF is unlike any other computer event in the world. It's special. It's unique. In a way, the birthplace of DIY-IT was the Trenton Computer Festival.