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Microsoft launches social learning network

Microsoft launches So.cl, a social networking site for students
May 22, 2012 Written by Dawinderpal Sahota

Microsoft has attempted to get into the social networking space by launching its own social network So.cl, which is specifically targeted at students.

Tags; Facebook, Google, Microsoft, networking, So.cl, social, Content & Applications, News & Analysis

Twitter snaps up security specialist

Whisper helped protestors organise during the Arab Spring
November 29, 2011 Written by James Middleton

Social site Twitter has acquired a small mobile security firm specialising in secure tools for Android. The purchase seems a strange fit but it has been suggested that the talent that comes with the company is what Twitter is really after.

Tags; security, social, Twitter, Whisper, Content & Applications, Middle East, News & Analysis