Watch how this new project from Microsoft can automatically create “hyperlinks” between different photos on the web. This is way beyond geotagging. You can find out more about the software here – Photosynth.
The default settings for Windows include an “animated screen character” or as I call it – the animated dog.
Each time you search for something, this friendly guy sloooooowly walks onto the screen and asks what you are looking for. The “cute” factor wears off after a search or two. The dog is not as annoying as the Office paperclip, but close.
You can click Change Preferences and turn off this animation. Your searches will start quicker. If you really want an online “friend” to play with, get a Webkinz.
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