Mashable! - 37 New Digital Media Resources You May Have Missed

Notice something different in the air? No, it’s not hordes of people rushing out to buy Valentine’s Day presents — we’ve added a section to our weekly roundup.

We’re still bringing you all the tools and resources from the past week or so, but we’ve also combed through to pull out some of the best, most useful, or most interesting reads as collected by our editors. These include stories on the smart grid, a guide to Facebook privacy, and a break down of how 3D technology actually works.

Looking for even more social media resources? This guide appears every weekend, and you can check out all the lists-gone-by here any time.


Editors’ Picks


  • Facebook Privacy: 10 Settings Every User Needs to Know
    We’ve entered Facebook’s maze of privacy options and came out on the other side bruised, battered, but with 10 esse ntial settings in our hands. Disregard them at your own peril!
  • How Social Media Will Make the Smart Energy Grid More Efficient
    Web-enabled electric meters and appliances are part of the new smart grid. With the added layer of social media, we’re seeing a new level comparison and competition.
  • HOW TO: Run a Global Charity Event From Your Laptop
    Twestival is possible thanks to a suite of online tools, a little missed sleep, and an enthusiastic team of global do-gooders. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how it all happens.
  • How Does 3D Technology Work?
    From films to TVs to gaming, 3D is big right now. But how does this technology get your brain to “see” a screen in three dimensions?
  • How an Online Game Plans to Reward Kids for Playing Outside
    By connecting physical sports equipment with its new online world, FunGoPlay is hoping to cu rb childhood obesity and...
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