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Wrapping up (parent.thesis)

Amy Tiemann — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:39:00 PDT

Amy and Michael Tiemann present the final entry in their (parent.thesis) blog.

Tech changes ideas about knowledge, solitude

Amy Tiemann — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 06:35:00 PDT

With smart phones and Google, we have a world of knowledge at our fingertips. With mobile phones and driver monitoring, we are never really out of touch. How does this change our ideas about knowledge and solitude?

Kidzui creates a new online environment for kids

Amy Tiemann — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 18:46:00 PDT

Kidzui is a new web browser that aims to create a safe place for kids ages 3 to 12 to roam on the internet.

Saying goodbye to Polaroid instant film

Amy Tiemann — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:27:00 PDT

Every once in a while we say goodbye to a technology that has been replaced by a demonstrably superior replacement, yet we still hold onto a bit of nostalgia for the old way.

Virtual workplaces empower women entrepreneurs

Amy Tiemann — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 15:01:00 PST

Women need to know that even if they have never programmed a line of code in their lives, there is a great variety of user-friendly tech solutions to explore and implement.

Using open source to fight porn

Michael Tiemann — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:22:00 PST

Open-source content filters can be effective both at home and throughout the neighborhood.

David Pogue downplays online safety challenges for kids and teens

Amy Tiemann — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:01:00 PST

(parent.thesis) blogger Amy Tiemann critiques David Pogue's New York Times article "How Dangerous is the Internet for Children?" She asserts that his minimization of online risks is inaccurate and unhelpful.

Sticky gecko feet inspire new medical bandage

Amy Tiemann — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:55:00 PST

Scientists have designed a new medical bandage that uses technology inspired by geckos' sticky feet. The technology works on a nanoscale level, providing a real-world application for the often-abstract concepts of nanotechnology.

'Ask GamerDad' answers parents' video game questions

Amy Tiemann — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 06:50:00 PST

Today's parents grew up playing video games, and many look forward to playing games with their kids. The new 'Ask GamerDad' column on the video game guide site What They Play gives parents advice from an avid gamer's point of view.

Parents, protect your kids from identity theft

Amy Tiemann — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:02:00 PST

Adults know that they need to protect their personal information from identity theft, but how many parents are aware that they need to develop the same awareness on behalf of their children? (parent.thesis) blogger Amy Tiemann presents some basic precaut