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THE SKYPE WAY OF INTERACTING

Advances in technology have contributed to many profound changes in our lifestyles but none is more exciting as the way it has transformed our ability to interact and connect with one another. 

The constant need for social communication devices has dictated its evolution from the primitive telephone device that was first invented by Alexander Bell into portable radios, smartphones, tablets, and mobile computers equipped with the more sophisticated Skype technology.

As we all know, Skype is the most popular video / audio telephony software that enables one to make a video call from a computer and / or smartphone device. Skype is fully integrated in that it includes a chat function, file-sharing, screen sharing, with group video calling capabilities. Its versatility has made it the most preferred telephony software for personal and business communication uses.


Recently, more innovative functions such as foreign language training and business conference meetings are being utilized by avid Skype users. As an ESL trainer and language teacher, I've discovered Skype to be an indispensable way of conducting remote classes from the comfort of my private space to any part of the world that is connected by the internet.


And for students and foreign language enthusiasts, SKYPERS can now indulge in video conversations with one another to further hone their speaking skills. This type of technologically assisted learning / training is fast becoming popular as it enables easy interaction and social networking in real-time without leaving the private confines of one's comfort zone.


Skypers are Skype buddies or groups of friends who share a common passion for using Skype technology to achieve a particular goal. Never has this been more relevant for the training of ESL (English as Second Language) learners.


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The Breakfast Virus Buffet

Back in 2007, Soulcast was the place to post your written thoughts out much like a blog and have other members post their reaction to it. 

This one article is really interesting as it poses a difficult question about personal etiquette or the lack of it. If someone beside you started coughing onto the food laid out on the buffet table, what would you do? 

It was one of those rare times that my parents asked me to join them for a breakfast buffet in a posh five star hotel serving buffet meals prepared by the Mandarin Hotel chefs.

As they were required to undergo overnight 12 hour mandatory fasting before being examined for their annual comprehensive checkup, my Mom called me up to join them for breakfast Sunday morning around 9AM since the breakfast buffet was only available till 10:30 in the morning.

The 5-star Mandarin Oriental Hotel is famous for its daily sumptuous buffets served in breakfast, lunch and dinner sets patronized by its loyal clients.  And every meal I've participated in this business class hotel was definitely a gourmet experience.

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If one were to choose between fortune and knowledge, the decision for the wise would be easy. Thus, it comes as no surprise that more people are investing their savings on continuing education. Learning a new language is not only a personal investment; it is an enhancement that can boost one's confidence and ability to socialize, inter-relate and make new friends for personal advancement.
 
Undeniably, English is considered as the most influential international language that is currently used for business and educational purposes. Its universal appeal is due to its simplicity, clarity and popularity of usage among the international community. Definitely, learning English should be your second priority after pursuing an educational degree.
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