Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / June 13, 2011, 12:46 pm

Beware of "Guaranteed" Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Services, Says Main Street ROI

The fact is that there are no guarantees when it comes to Google's current or future search engine ranking algorithms" 3) A Sign of Desperation According to Frost, the third reason clients should avoid "guaranteed SEO" is because this offer may be a sign ... (Source: WebWire 2011-06-13T06:56:20Z)

Final: Mavericks 105, Heat 95

Final: Mavericks 105-95: Dallas used an 8-0 run early in the second half to provide the knockout blow and Miami had nothing left to offer. Dirk Nowitzki wins the Finals MVP awarded by Bill Russell. Meanwhile the new Big Three come up empty. The rest of the ... (Source: Boston Globe 2011-06-13T04:54:38Z)

Obama pushes jobs plan during North Carolina trip

The trip gives him a chance to offer a counterbalance to what is sure to be a sustained attack on his economic and other policies during the nationally televised GOP debate. From Durham he was heading to Miami to speak at three Democratic National ... (Source: Pantagraph 2011-06-13T19:27:57Z)

Meade: Faneuil Hall lease negotiations moving forward

T he planned $140 million sale of Faneuil Hall Marketplace's lease appears to be back on track just days after Boston officials blocked it. The Boston Redevelopment Authority says Faneuil Hall operator General Growth Properties has given would-be buyer ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-13T19:06:29Z)

The Willies

"Are you following me?" "Oh yeah," says the other person, also not creepy. "I've been following you for months." This is a rather dark, sinister side of Twitter, compared to the happy, optimistic terminology Facebook has chosen, with "friend." "Aww ... (Source: American Reporter 2011-06-13T06:13:23Z)

Google Officially Agrees to Acquire Admeld

The companies did not disclose the price. The New York Times reported last week that the companies were in late-stage discussions about a sale. A deal of that size will attract regulatory scrutiny and Admeld will continue to operate independently until ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2011-06-13T18:45:00Z)

Unlocked iPhones: Why Apple Won't Do It

Why? As I said before, Apple isn't stupid. Here's what Apple and its on-medical-leave CEO Steve Jobs know: In order to win in the consumer electronics space, you have to offer a cohesive environment that asks as little as possible of the consumer. (Source: PC Magazine 2011-06-13T19:35:07Z)

India Top Court Starts Hearing Lawmaker Kanimozhi's Bail Plea In Telecom Case

NEW DELHI -( Dow Jones )- India's Supreme Court Monday started hearing the bail petitions of lawmaker Kanimozhi Karunanidhi and corporate executive Sharad Kumar in a high-profile case related to an allegedly rigged sale of mobile telecommunication licenses ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2011-06-13T07:32:07Z)

Libyan rebels breakout toward Tripoli

He once claimed to have visited an alien spaceship. The television report showed Gadhafi, dressed all in black and wearing dark sunglasses, playing chess Sunday evening with his Russian guest. Russia's Interfax news agency quoted Ilyumzhinov as saying ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-13T19:27:57Z)

Medicare Saves Money

If we really want to hold down costs, we should be seeking to offer Medicare-type programs to as many Americans as possible. A version of this op-ed appeared in print on June 13, 2011, on page A23 of the New York edition with the headline: Medicare Saves Money. (Source: New York Times 2011-06-13T06:49:10Z)

Obama pushes jobs plan in North Carolina

The trip gives him a chance to offer a counterbalance to what is sure to be a sustained attack on his economic and other policies during the nationally televised GOP debate. From Durham he was heading to Miami to speak at three Democratic National ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2011-06-13T19:20:48Z)

Medicare should not be used to balance budget, seniors say

The government would offer subsidies to pay for the coverage and set standards that insurers must follow. According to the plan, one condition calls for participating insurers to "agree to offer insurance to all Medicare beneficiaries, to avoid cherry ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2011-06-13T07:53:36Z)

Continued: Mavs show their depth, teamwork in title clincher; MVP Nowitzki only a sidekick on this night

They stood in their blue shirts chanting "Let's Go Mavs." Franchise founder Donald Carter — wearing his trademark white cowboy hat, the one that used to be part of the team's logo — accepted the trophy from commissioner David Stern at Cuban's request. (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2011-06-13T09:12:20Z)

The Difference Between Public and Private Cloud Computing

Given these dynamics, the (public) cloud computing model seems to offer an approach that mitigates some of the issues faced in businesses of all sizes. Firms would like to be able to purchase focused, low-cost, customizable, and flexible technology ... (Source: Soa Wolrd 2011-06-13T19:27:57Z)

Obama faces more voter anxiety, less excitement

That will be especially critical in contested states such as North Carolina, which hadn't voted for a Democratic presidential candidate since Jimmy Carter in 1976 until Obama eked out a victory three years ago. Obama is committed to winning here again. (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-13T07:46:26Z)

Obama says it will 'take years' for the economy to recover fully

There was a political aspect to the North Carolina visit -- Obama was the first Democratic presidential candidate to carry the Tar Heel State since Jimmy Carter in 1976. Carrying it again next year would dent Republican plans to defeat Obama's re-election bid. (Source: USA Today 2011-06-13T19:35:07Z)

Obama Unveils Plan to Train U.S. Engineers

They'll offer incentives to students to finish their degrees and help universities pay for their engineering programs.  He also said companies will double the number of summer internships they offer. The president also announced what he called the "better ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-13T19:20:48Z)

Microsoft Responds to Windows Phone Retail Issues

Sullivan said, mentioning Nokia executive vice president Jo Harlow's comment that the company may come out with Windows phones every three months or so . US Cellular announced Monday that it will offer its first Windows Phone, the HTC 7 Pro, on June 14. (Source: PC Magazine 2011-06-13T19:20:48Z)

Apple, Sanofi, Nordstrom, SinoHub, Google-WIPO: Intellectual Property

In the case against the retailers, Romag asked the court for an order barring the sale of infringing items, and for their destruction. Additionally, the company seeks money damages, including extra damages to punish them for their actions, and awards of ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-13T05:23:16Z)

Obama rolls out new jobs strategy

Obama said a number of companies have agreed to offer students incentives to finish degrees in those subjects and to help universities finance the degree programs. Some companies also have agreed to double their summer internship hiring, he added. (Source: Washington Examiner 2011-06-13T19:06:29Z)

Heat just never got the point

Kidd lost two previous championship series when he played for the New Jersey Nets. J.J. Barea, the smallest player on the court at 6-0, darted and twisted for 15 points and added five assists. On the other side, Miami had Mario Chalmers and Eddie House ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-13T05:59:04Z)

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