The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Pompatus of Tech

Mark November 5 down on your calendars, folks! The hacker group Anonymous has stated that they will “kill Facebook” on that date. Keep in mind that November 5 was not chosen at random. I probably don’t have to remind you to check Facebook on that date, which, I believe, is the whole point. [Business Insider]

Those of you who use LinkedIn, may be interested in this: Apparently, LinkedIn has added a default setting that allows names and photos of users to be used by third-party advertisers. The link will tell you how to opt-out of this setting. Also check out the update in the link that includes LinkedIn’s response. [Connection Agent]

Check out this cool archived story from CNN regarding the origins of texting using cell phones. It’s pretty interesting to go back and see how our use of cell phones has evolved. [Wayback Machine – CNN]

A new study from California State University indicates that 3D technology does not increase enjoyment from watching movies and increases the likelihood of developing headaches, something most of you likely have discovered empirically. Plus, watching a movie in 3D costs more! [Guardian UK]