All Entries Tagged With: "social media"
Social Media Tools Make New Look Possible
Usexpatcostarica.com has a totally new look, however the articles remain unchanged thanks to one of the most versatile social media tools of our time. In this case, WordPress or more broadly a blog has transformed the Internet landscape for the 21st century. When web logs first appeared we called them blogs, wikis, squidoo’s or forums. At the [...]
Social Media Trumps SPAM
A recent news report suggested that Social Media is Just a Fad, and while it was once easy to dismiss things like Twitter and Facebook as annoying toys they are worth a second look if you still aren’t a convert. The upshot is that these “social networking” services are replacements for email, easy to use, [...]
AM Costa Rica Predicts Death of Social Media
Would the last person done with the Internet please remember to turn it off, and on your way out don’t forget to pick up a CB radio and today’s print edition newspaper. A recent article in AM Costa Rica is skeptical of the growth of Social Media, and compares it to Citizen Band (CB) radio [...]
Crucitas Mining Controversy Sparks War on Facebook
Social media is decidedly a front on the battle over the Las Crucitas Mining Project, and while the fate of the project is still mired in legal battles the mining company has lost the Internet public relations battle. The Facebook page, The Truth About Crucitas has 531 followers while the group Costa Rica Against The [...]
Twitter in Costa Rica Worth a Try
Twitter is a great way to connect with other expatriates in Costa Rica and keep in touch with families and friends back home. While some people dismiss the micro blogging service as inane or annoying results depend on how you use the service and the kind of people you follow. It’s definitely worth a look [...]
Facebook Helps Expatriates Stay in Touch
Coming to start a life in a new country isn’t always the easiest experience, and apart from the stress of relocation there can be a sense of social isolation, especially when dealing with a foreign culture. Facebook is a good way to stay connected to many people you care about back home while at the [...]
Living Abroad in Exponential Times
The video talks about the proliferation of Internet technology, and scale of International population growth. It’s basically a power point presentation with music that puts forward some interesting statistics. It’s a good thing to watch if you are feeling down, think all the great novels have already been written or are just trying to put [...]
