Microsoft Launches Office 2011 for Mac
Today, Microsoft launches Office 2011 for Mac. This brings the latest version of their productivity software to Mac users. The Office Mac team has been porting software to the Mac for 13 years. “As someone who works at Microsoft and deals with Apple often, I acknowledge that our companies compete,” Wilfrid says. “Some people choose [...]
Read MoreBlackDoctor.org: Your Tool in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
By Brandi Tape According to The National Cancer Institute, black women’s five-year breast cancer survival rate is 69% compared to the average white woman’s 84%. It was this frightening statistic that led Chicago-based BlackDoctor.org to revamp their website, turning it into a primary online resource in the fight against breast cancer and pertinent information for [...]
Read MoreMegree Does “Good Business”
Black Web 2.0 has previously covered the unique service known as megree a few times. Megree uses social networking combined with non-profit and humanitarian efforts to build awareness. This is the core of megree. Megree has just announced a special program called “Doing Business Good” which has the potential to be very impactful. Wondering how it works? [...]
Read MoreTake a Ride on the Soul Train, Foursquare Style
Foursquare’s star continues to rise as big name companies keep joining the fray to add their own spin to the popular location-based check-in game. The newest arrival to the Foursquare playground is Soul Train. In recent years, Soul Train has undergone a number of changes including the purchase of the brand by MadVision Entertainment. With [...]
Read MoreHP Donates $100,000 to Support Entrepreneurial Community in New Orleans
At the Daily Beast Innovators Summit on Friday, HP announced a $100,000 donation to The Idea Village, a non-profit organization dedicated to “identifying, supporting and retaining entrepreneurial talent in New Orleans.” In 2000, The Idea Village was formed by a group of New Orleans entrepreneurs who returned home energized by experiences in thriving communities across [...]
Read MoreStarbucks Now Offers Free Access to Music and Movies in Store
Starbucks, the world’s largest coffee retailer, stepped up their game after unveiling additions to their WiFi network that will allow customers to enjoy free access to media like movies and e-books while in store. Smartphone toting coffee lovers–as well as those with iPads and laptops–can now enjoy a variety of “snackable” (their words, not mine) [...]
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