www.facebook.com

About Facebook

Founded in February 2004, Facebook is a social utility that helps people communicate more efficiently with their friends, family and coworkers. The company develops technologies that facilitate the sharing of information through the social graph, the digital mapping of people's real-world social connections. Anyone can sign up for Facebook and interact with the people they know in a trusted environment.

Product

Facebook’s simplified navigation gives users easy access to core site functions and applications. Profile, Friends, Networks and Inbox – pages core to the user experience on Facebook – have a prominent place at the top of the user’s profile page. Facebook applications – Photos, Notes, Groups, Events and Posted items – are displayed on the left side bar, along with any third-party applications a user has added to their account.

Technology

Facebook is the second most-trafficked PHP site in the world, and one of the largest MySQL installations anywhere, running thousands of databases. Facebook has built a lightweight but powerful multi-language RPC framework that allows the company to seamlessly and easily tie together subsystems written in any language, running on any platform. The company is the largest user in the world of memcached, an open-source caching system, and has created a custom-built search engine serving millions of queries a day, completely distributed and entirely in-memory, with real-time updates.

Platform

Facebook Platform is a development platform that enables companies and engineers to deeply integrate with the Facebook website and gain access to millions of users through the social graph. Facebook is a part of millions of people’s lives all around the world providing unparalleled distribution potential for applications and the opportunity to build a business that is highly relevant to people’s lives. More information can be found at .

Privacy

Facebook has led the industry in giving people tools to control the information they share and with whom they choose to share it. User privacy has always been a top priority for the company, which has worked with such organizations as the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and WiredSafety. Facebook is TrustE certified. Users also have the ability to share and restrict information based on specific friends or friend lists.

Funding

Round one: $500,000 from Peter Thiel, Summer 2004; Round two: $12.7 million from Accel Partners, April 2005; Round three: $27.5 million from Greylock Partners leading the round, Meritech Capital Partners participating, and Accel Partners and Peter Thiel increasing their investment in the company.

Board

Members: Mark Zuckerberg, Marc Andreessen, Jim Breyer, Don Graham and Peter Thiel; Observer: David Sze; Observer: Paul Madera

Employees

900+

Users

Over 300 million active (users who have returned to the site in the last 30 days)

Offices

Headquartered in Palo Alto, Calif. U.S. offices: Atlanta; Chicago; Dallas; Detroit; New York; Venice Beach, Calif. International offices: Dublin, Ireland; London; Paris; Sydney; Toronto.
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www.games.com

34,664 Online Game Players
Free Online Games! Home to over 1,300 online and download games. Hand picked and built by Games.com just for you.About AOL Advertising

AOL Advertising is part of AOL LLC, a leading global web services company. AOL Advertising helps marketers engage audiences within 80+ original brands like Moviefone, AIM, MapQuest, AOL Living and AOL Music, then extends marketers’ reach across Advertising.com’s global network.
About AOL

AOL is a leading global web services company with an extensive suite of brands and offerings and a substantial worldwide audience. AOL’s business spans online content, products and services that the company offers to consumers, publishers and advertisers. AOL is focused on attracting and engaging consumers and providing effective online advertising services on both our owned and operated properties and third-party websites. In addition, AOL operates one of the largest internet subscription access services in the United States, which serves as a valuable distribution channel for AOL’s consumer offerings. AOL LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Time Warner Inc. with employees in 18 countries across the globe.
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www.twitter.com

Twitter is a privately funded startup with offices in the SoMA neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. Started as a side project in March of 2006, Twitter has grown into a real-time short messaging service that works over multiple networks and devices. In countries all around the world, people follow the sources most relevant to them and access information via Twitter as it happens—from breaking world news to updates from friends.

Welcome to Twitter Support!

We're here to help


Welcome to Twitter Support's homepage. Access help articles, read about known issues, and request help if you have problems. Like most things, Twitter may seem strange if you've never used it. We love this video from Howcast; it cover all of the Twitter basics.

After watching this, you'll get the gist of how Twitter works, and if you have more questions, you'll know what to look for in our Help Resources!

Please, help yourself...

Having problems? Please check the Known Issues pages and the Status Blog before submitting a request to see if we already know about it-- we track new cases in the comments there, so you can add comments of your own.

We encourage you try to help yourself; Twitter is a free service, and while we try to provide as much help as we can, we provide Help Resources because we can't get to every email.

If it takes awhile to get a response, please be patient. If we haven't been able to answer your question in a timely manner, we'll let you know.

Using Help Resources

Twitter's help resources are always accessible in the sidebar of your Support home page.

* Getting Started New to Twitter? Check out our Getting Started articles to get a feel for the basics. If you can't find what you're looking for, try using the search box.
* Using Twitter with your phone
* Known Issues Find out what problems or bugs affect Twitter people today
* Trouble Shooting Check out common problems, and how to resolve them
* Terms of Service and Rules and Policies Use our Rules and Policies section to learn about what Twitter does about Spam, Impersonation, Trademark, Copyright and other Terms of Service or Rules violations, and find out what you need to do to resolve a violation.

Want to contribute?

We've got some of the basics but if there is something you'd like to see that's not here yet, we'd love to hear your feedback about making help as helpful as possible.

If you've written or created something helpful about using Twitter and posted it your website, blog, or elsewhere, let us know! Submit a ticket and choose "other" from the drop down box, and include a link to your article or video, and we'll try to check it out!
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www.wordpress.com

WordPress is a Freeland and open source blog publishing application and content management system. WordPress is the official successor of b2\cafelog which was developed by Michel Valdrighi. It is distributed under the GNU GPL license.
Mainly word press having two options to the public.

1. WordPress.com – For Creating free blog under wordpress official website named www.wordpress.com.





2. WordPress.org – For Self hosting wordpress websites.





Just visit: www.textsmsfree.com . This website is a self hosted wordpress by using the wordpress database downloaded from wordpress.org website.

Just visit: http://keralawomens.wordpress.com. This website is created with the help of wordpress.org. WordPress.org provides the sub-domain and hosting space free.

Features of wordpress

WordPress uses template system, which includes widgets that can be rearranged without editing PHP code or HTML code, as well as themes that can be installed and switched between. The PHP and HTML code in themes can also be edited for more advanced customizations. WordPress also features integrated link management; a search engine-friendly, clean permalink structure; the ability to assign nested, multiple categories to articles; multiple author capability; and support for tagging of posts and articles. Automatic filters that provide for proper formatting and styling of text in articles (for example, converting regular quotes to smart quotes) are also included in it. WordPress also supports the Trackback and Pingback standards for displaying links to other sites that have themselves linked to a post or article. Finally, WordPress has a rich plugin architecture which allows users and developers to extend its functionality beyond the features that come as part of the base install.

Visit wordpress.com for Creating a free wordpres blog.
or
Visit wordpress.org for download and create a wordpress managed database for your self-hosted website.

Good Luck!
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www.atpworldtour.com

Tennis has come a long way since "Open Tennis" began in 1968 and the ATP's been part of the storied history.

The Grand Slam tournaments and all other national championships were open to amateur competitors only prior to 1968. Two years later tournaments around the world formed a unified circuit, which became the Grand Prix. In 1972, the leading professionals joined forces to create the Association of Tennis Professionals.This direction marked another defining moment in the history of the ATP, when a handful of the game’s leading players met in a secluded stairwell at the US Open to discuss the need for a players’ association. Under the leadership of newly elected Executive Director Jack Kramer and President Cliff Drysdale, the ATP came to life with a goal of changing the game for the better.

One of the initial acts of the organization was the establishment of a computer ranking system that provided fair analysis of a player's performance as well as an objective means to determine entries into tournaments. The ATP Rankings began on Aug. 23, 1973 and has continued through today as the official ranking system in men's professional tennis.

From 1974 to 1989, the men's circuit was administered by the Men's Tennis Council, made up of representatives of the International Tennis Federation (ITF), the ATP and tournament directors from around the world.

Although the period during which the MTC guided the game was one of tremendous progress and improvement, players began to feel more and more that they should have a greater voice in their sport. Players had realized the time had come for them to take more control over the game.

At the 1988 US Open, ATP CEO Hamilton Jordan (pictured), surrounded by many of the top players in the game, held the now-famous "press conference in the parking lot." The ATP released "Tennis at the Crossroads," outlining the problems and opportunities facing men's tennis. One of the options available to the ATP was the formation of a new circuit, the ATP Tour.

Support for the new Tour was quick in coming as over 85 of the Top 100 players signed a letter of support for a new system. Later in the fall of 1988, 24 players, including eight of the Top 10, signed contracts to play the ATP Tour in 1990. Also that fall, tournament directors representing many of the world’s leading events voiced their support for the players and joined them in what was to become a partnership unique in professional sports, with an equal voice in how the circuit is run.

The 2009 season will mark the 20th year the ATP has administered the worldwide circuit of men's professional tennis. Here is a look at some of the highlights through the years:

1973: The ATP establishes the computer ranking system, providing a fair analysis of a player’s performance and creating an objective way to determine entries into tournaments. The ATP Rankings are introduced on August 23 with Ilie Nastase debuting at No. 1. Other actions include placing tournament representatives on the road and standardizing prize money distribution and the conduct and discipline code. The ATP shows it strength and sends message of player unity after players boycott Wimbledon to defend Niki Pilic's position against a Yugoslavian Federation suspension for missing a Davis Cup match.

1974: The Men's International Professional Tennis Council (MIPTC), made up of ATP, ILTF and tournament directors, is formed to govern the sport as an “independent, democratic, international body for the administration of professional tennis.”

1976: The ATP Doubles computer rankings begin on March 1 with Bob Hewitt at No. 1.

1978: The Nations Cup, featuring eight competing nations, becomes the World Team Cup in Düsseldorf – the first ATP Championship.

1979: Full-time MIPTC supervisors are employed on the men’s tour, and Penn becomes the official ball of the ATP. In a groundbreaking move, four young Chinese players compete in U.S. tournaments for the first time in over 21 years after being sponsored by the ATP.

1980: The ATP sets up a player pension fund.

1983: ATP membership approaches 500.

1985: At the request of the ATP, MIPTC passes a Drug Testing Rule, making tennis the first professional sport to institute a workable and well-designed drug-testing program.

1986: In an effort to make the calendar more coherent, the MIPTC moves the Australian Open a month back to January ('87) and the Masters a month earlier to December ('86).

1988: The players, under ATP CEO Hamilton Jordan, hold a press conference in the US Open parking lot to announce that they will assume more control of the game. “Tennis at the Crossroads” outlines a plan for players to form a new tour in which they would play a major role and bear greater responsibility for the future of the sport. The idea is quickly embraced by the membership. Eighty-five of the Top 100 ranked players sign a letter of support for a new tour within weeks of the news conference. Tournament directors representing many of the world’s leading events voice their support for the players and join them in what was to become a partnership unique in professional sports – players and tournaments each with an equal voice in how the circuit is run.

1989: All Top 50 players contractually agree to play the new ATP Tour in 1990. A new calendar is structured allowing for an eight-week off-season and tournaments are realigned.

1990: Sponsored by IBM, the ATP Tour era begins with an equal partnership between players and tournaments. The circuit features 76 tournaments in 28 countries on seven continents, with prize money averaging a 50% increase at the events. Indianapolis tournament director Mark Miles is named ATP CEO.

1991: The first television package for men’s tennis broadcasts 19 tournaments to a worldwide audience.

1993: The ATP Tour extends its global reach, adding Arabian Gulf tournaments in Doha and Dubai. Prize money continues to rise, increasing by 23%.

1995: The ATP Tour launches its first ATP Web site, ATP Online, and further broadens its reach by enlisting pop star Seal to record the anthem “Bring it On,” which he sings at the ATP Tour Awards Gala and Night of the Stars at the ATP World Championships in Hannover.

1996: The Mercedes-Benz/ATP partnership begins with a four-year agreement. As the “Official Car of the ATP,“ Mercedes-Benz provides official transportation at ATP tournaments, showcases prominent car displays at tournament sites and positions its Mercedes-Benz ‘star’ signage on nets.

1997: The ATP Senior Tour of Champions is sanctioned.

1998: Players form a new STARS program as the ATP Tour helps make players more accessible to media, sponsors and fans. ATP broadcasts extend their reach to more than 200 countries.

atptour2000.jpg 2000: The ATP Tour changes its name to ATP for 2001, introduces a new logo and rebrands its nine premier tournaments the Tennis Masters Series.

2001: A newly launched Web site, ATPtennis.com, highlights the new tournament structure. ATP Properties forms, instigating a more commercial focus and new marketing, licensing and broadcasting opportunities.

2002: Players gain greater visibility with appearances in television shows and popular magazines, prompting the ATP to launch its own publication: DEUCE magazine. The ATP combines with the WTA Tour to create the “One Game” program, enacting initiatives to better serve professional tennis fans.

2005: Etienne de Villiers is named ATP Chairman in June. ATP stars unite behind ATP World No. 1 Roger Federer to raise funds for tsunami victims, donating prize money and organizing the “ATP All-Star Rally for Relief.” At the exhibition, the ATP and UNICEF launch a global partnership called ACE, Assisting Children Everywhere.

2006: De Villiers expands his role to become ATP Executive Chairman and President. The ATP signs several major new sponsorship agreements, including the naming of South African Airways as Official Airline. Stanford Financial Group becomes the Official Partner of ATP Doubles as doubles stars gain greater support and exposure through a promotional “ATP Doubles Revolution” campaign and new match format. The player challenge, utilizing video review for close line calls, debuts in Miami and is successfully implemented at 13 tournaments.

2007: The ATP introduces enhancements to fan, sponsor, media and player experience at tournaments, including elimination of best-of-5 set finals; reduced draw sizes at five ATP Masters Series events, making them 56-player fields to ensure player health and enhance TV scheduling; and Sunday starts to build Opening Weekends at ATP tournaments. The ATP also increases prize money for the first time since 2000 and creates a new multi-million dollar marketing fund. A renewed marketing effort encourages fans to rediscover the tandem game and find out why ATP “Doubles Rules.” ATP revenues grow by 15%, a record 4 million fans attend ATP tournaments and broadcast hours grow with record numbers watching on television.

2008: The top three players, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, take a leadership role by becoming ATP Player Council members with Federer as president. It's the first time in the organization's history the top three players have joined the council in the same two-year period. All worldwide tennis organizations (WTA, ITF, ATP & Grand Slam Committee) formed an integrity unit. The ATP's Feel It player promotion campaign is implemented throughout the season. Sponsorship deals with South African Airways, Ricoh and Enel were renewed while a new agreement was struck with Barclays to become the sponsor of the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals in London.

2009: The ATP World Tour is unveiled with a simplified tour structure that brings a rationalized, healthier player schedule, a $1 billion investment in infrastructure and facility upgrades and a 33% increase in player compensation. A new point scale for the South African Airways ATP Rankings is emplemented and tournament tiers featuring ATP World Tour Masters 1000, ATP World Tour 500 and ATP World Tour 250 events.
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www.badmintonbible.com

The Badminton Bible is a collection of badminton articles, written by a professional badminton coach. Read the articles to help improve your game.
First translation of the Badminton Bible.
Bosse Bergenholtz has translated three articles into Swedish. Update: Bosse has translated the remaining two articles.I’m delighted by Bosse’s work, and I hope this will be the first of many translations. If you are fluent in a foreign language and would like to help out, please contact me. I currently have translators for the following languages:

Latest article: badminton singles tactics

This singles tactics guide is extremely detailed. It covers the basic ideas, but also goes on to examine the tactical nuances of each shot and situation.

To complement this article, I’ve added more information to the singles serving tactics page in my serving guide.

Other articles : Badminton footwork

Good footwork is essential to success in badminton. This footwork guide teaches you the purpose of badminton footwork, its elements, and patterns of movement about the court.

Doubles tactics

The defending players stand side-by-side to cover the court

The doubles tactics article will teach you how to choose the right shots in doubles, and how to cover the court well as a pair.


Badminton serving guide

Zheng Bo serving in mixed doubles.

The badminton serving guide teaches you the technique for every serve in badminton, and offers tactical advice so that you can choose the most effective serve for the situation.




Badminton grips guide

Playing a backhand net shot using the thumb grip

The badminton grips guide will teach you how to hold the racket. Understanding grips is essential: a bad grip can cripple your badminton skills.

This guide supersedes the popular Badminton Central grips guide, which I wrote in 2004. The new guide is more accurate, much more detailed, and will correct any misapprehensions about grips.

The future
I intend to write a full range of badminton articles, so that the Badminton Bible will become a comprehensive learning resource for badminton.
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www.cheatcc.com

Cheat Code Central is the third largest video game website in the world according to Media Metrix. We attract over 6 million unique visitors each month and that number grows each year.

CCC has been recognized as the leader in cheats, hints and tips since 1998. We have been mentioned and featured in a wide variety of media including Teen People Magazine, Wired, Electronic Gaming Monthly, PS2E Magazine, CBS Morning Show, CNN and USA Today. Years of being the top choice for gamers has attributed to our instant name recognition with the gameplaying public.Our flexible ad system provides you with total control over every detail of your ad campaign. This makes marketing your product easier than ever before. Due to our high volume of advertisers we can also offer this level of service at a price your budget department will love.

* 6 Million Unique Visitors Per Month
* CCC Visitors Generate 70,000,000 Page Views Per Month
* Visitors Spend An Average of 5 Hours on CCC Per Month
* 50,000 + Paid Subscribers For Platinum Service

* 92% Male Visitors
* 38% Aged 13 - 17
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* Over 50% Visitors Family Income $50,000 - $99,000
* 53% Own 50 Videogames Or More
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* 67% Have Broadband Internet Service
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