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Free BookMooch service puts novel spin on books

Like some of the luckiest people in high tech, John Buckman made a mint on his first company and now dabbles in passion projects.

But one of his latest companies may prove he's more than just lucky, at least if you buy the Silicon Valley adage: Strike it rich once, you're lucky. Twice, you're smart.

BookMooch, Buckman's 20-month-old service that lets people trade their used books for the cost of postage, is making a small impression on a giant online retailer, Amazon.com. Even though BookMooch is free to members, the site generates an estimated half-million … Read more

Dish claims to extend Wi-Fi range 300 percent

Are you tired of getting cut off every time your inconsiderate neighbor shuts down his Wi-Fi router? Do you find yourself sitting in the hallway outside your apartment door just to make sure your connection doesn't drop off? If so, this may be for you.

Hawking's "Hi-Gain Wireless-G Dish Adapter" connects to your computer's USB port and claims to increase the range of wireless connections by as much as 300 percent, GadgetGrid says, as well as improve speeds. It works with both desktops and laptops, though it might be a bit cumbersome when traveling with … Read more

iMooch offers micromarkets for original content

iMooch, an online community where users can sell and pay for content using a concept called "mooches," launched a new public beta version of its today. Most importantly, iMooch is temporarily letting users post content for free and make real money from it.

Usually, iMooch lets you create a mooch for $6. One dollar pays for posting your content, and then you are required to use the rest of your funds to give $1 to five other mooches within 30 days. As I mentioned, however, to build a larger community the site is letting users post free for a limited time.… Read more