last100 is edited by Steve O’Hear, and provides news, reviews and industry analysis on products and services related to the digital lifestyle, with a particular emphasis on how the Internet is penetrating the home in an era of ubiquitous broadband access.

What’s in the name?

The name last100 refers to what industry insiders call the “last 100 feet” problem, which is the gap between the typical home’s computer and its living-room TV set. Whilst the digital living room is a primary focus, we’ll also be covering other areas of the digital lifestyle (VoIP, portable media, mobile web etc).

last100 writing team

Steve O’Hear, editor

Steve O’Hear is a London-based consultant and journalist, focusing on the Internet and all aspects of digital technology. Over the last six years he has written about the impact of technology for numerous publications (including The Guardian and Macworld UK) and currently writes a blog for ZDNet called The Social Web. Steve also wrote and directed the silicon valley documentary, In Search of the Valley, and in 2002 was made a fellow of the UK’s National Endowment for Science, Technology, and the Arts.

Daniel Langendorf

Dan is a lead writer for last100, and brings a wealth of experience, both as a journalist and as someone who has spent over 10 years in product design and development. Dan’s currently studying for a master’s degree in fine art at the University of Texas (in the arts and technology program), where he also teaches a class on emerging media and communications.

Mack D. Male

Mack D. Male is an Edmonton-based software developer with a passion for all things related to technology. An avid writer, Mack has had his work published in Canada’s National Post and the Financial Post Business Magazine, and has himself been featured in many publications, such as the Edmonton Journal, Edmonton Sun, Ottawa Citizen, and the Los Angeles Times. Mack is also very active in the world of podcasting, and is the co-founder of the Podcast Spot hosting service.

Ryan Jarrett

Ryan is a commercial IT consultant, with a focus on SME network and desktop systems. He has a passion for online media and writes a blog on his personal experiences with digital entertainment. He is also a participant in many beta tests for applications and online services covering music, Internet TV and gaming.

Guinevere Orvis

Guinevere is a Web Producer in Toronto, Canada working both freelance and in the broadcast industry for Alliance Atlantis, CTVglobemedia and currently CBC. She has 10 years experience in the online space and specializes in social media, online marketing and content production.

ReadWriteWeb Network

last100 is published by Richard MacManus and Steve O’Hear, and is part of the ReadWriteWeb blog network.

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• ReadWriteWeb — web technology news, reviews and analysis.
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