Microsoft launches a social network with an awkward name, Hulu adds original programming, Facebook buys another app and will 3G be in the future for FaceTime?
it's time to share your searches, stream original content and earn good Karma:
it's time to share your searches, stream original content and earn good Karma:
With all the news focused around Facebook, Microsoft just quietly launched its own social network for students called So.cl (pronounced "social"). It's different from Facebook and Google Plus in that it is focused around search. What students search for on So.cl is shared with other So.cl users -- and it can be shared on other networks like Facebook. The idea is to give students a quick and easy way to share information found through searches.
Hulu has unveiled 10 original and exclusive shows that will begin airing in June. Streaming video providers like Netflix and Amazon are also producing original content to stay competitive. But as for Hulu, the original shows will include a movie review series called "Spoilers" with Kevin Smith, a travel series called "Up to Speed," and a comedy called "We Got Next." Hulu Plus boasts 2 million subscribers.
The historic launch of the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket did not occur as scheduled on Saturday. The mission was aborted due to a last-minute computer hiccup. The rockets roared, the exhaust billowed out, and there was a countdown: 3, 2, 1, lift-off. But no lift! The team has replaced the problem valve, and there will be another attempt to launch early Tuesday at 3:44 a.m. Eastern.

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