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I stopped using Google Analytics. Here’s why.

Posted on February 12, 2017 by Dan

For many years I’ve been using Google Analytics (GA) on rlvision.com, but more and more I started questioning myself why. So a month ago I finally cut the cord. Here are my reasons. The first reason is simply that I … Continue reading →

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How to send Exe files with GMail

Posted on September 15, 2013 by Dan

As a software developer I often need to send exe-files by mail. Typically I send beta versions or bug fixes of my programs for people to try out and report back to me. But a lot of people use GMail … Continue reading →

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Why Google isn’t my default search engine anymore

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Dan

When I began using the Internet, web search technology was still in its infancy. The first search engine I can remember using was WebCrawler, mostly probably because they has a cool logo. Then I switched to Wired Magazine’s HotBot for … Continue reading →

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How much do you dare putting in the cloud?

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Dan

A story I found on r/technology highlights the dangers of tying up your life in “the cloud”; more specifically to trust a company with your personal data. Google, without explanation, shut down a user’s account and all associated services. The … Continue reading →

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The fantastic Google

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Dan

Most of us use Google to find things online. The reason is simple: Google delivers the best search result. Or do they? How do you know? Because honestly, when was the last time you tried another search engine? Each search … Continue reading →

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