As many of you know, a new Windows was released recently, Windows 7. Windows 7, and the less loved Windows Vista, both offer a feature called “gadgets.” These gadgets are small applications that stay on your desktop at all times like so:
As you can see there, there is an application with a “t” at the top.
This is a Twitter gadget called Twitter Explorer. When my class was required to start to use twitter, I downloaded this gadget to help keep me updated. I loved the gadgets feature of Windows 7 and I especially love the twitter gadget. It gives me different options, such as the color of the gadget, how often it gets updated, and the size of it.
I really enjoy using this gadget. Instead of opening my browser every so often to see updates, I can view them right from my desktop. Without opening the webpage I can also post tweets, respond to tweets, and retweet easily. I can also search for trending topics and select to view only tweets directed at me.
I think that Twitter Explorer via the Windows 7 gadget will definitely become more popular as Windows 7 becomes more popular. Once I graduate from Rowan, I will hopefully get a job teaching. Although I will probably be teaching younger children who won’t be using tweeter yet, I will still follow fellow teachers. Without having to open my internet browser, I can keep up to date with the strategies and tips that other teachers may offer via twitter. Overall, I’m very pleased and will continue to use this application as I continue to use twitter!
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