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"Back to school for the kids, and back to work for the adults \u2014 hopefully it's been a good summer. \nWell, we know the shortened week after a holiday weekend can go by in a blur. Plus, you might have been busy following the Democratic National Convention or the start of the NFL season.\nIf this is the case, and you haven't had time to read up on digital resources that could enrich your day-to-day life, don't fret \u2014 we've compiled a helpful guide for your reading pleasure.\nThis week's list includes back-to-school apps, tools for small business owners and entrepreneurs, and even an app that can help you decide how to be an equitable tooth fairy. \nIn anticipation of soon-to-be-released tech products, we have an in-depth look at what new perks the devices will feature and how they compare to older models. For NFL fans, we have a list of Twitter users you should follow to stay informed. For parents, we have a list of things you should never do on Facebook!\nThere's a little bit of everything this week, so sink your teeth in to Mashable's weekly digital resources guide.\nEditor's Picks\n\n5 Free Adobe Creative Suite Alternatives That Get the Job DoneIf you're a creative type, you're probably familiar with Adobe's renowned Creative Suite.\nAmazon's New Kindles: Everything You Need to KnowAmazon just refreshed its entire line of Kindle products, and tablets will never be the same.\nThe Top 5 Things Parents Should Never Do on FacebookTake note of these five Facebook faux pas parents.\n10 Killer Apps for Engineering and Science MajorsThese 10 apps will help science and engineering college majors grasp complex topics and more efficiently manage their heavy workloads.\nCPR Tips for Your Drowned Cell PhoneCheck out these CPR tips for your drowned cell phone.\n\nSocial Media\n\n5 Facebook Apps That Are Shaking Up Politics [VIDEO]These five political apps are using the power of Facebook's Open Graph to revolutionize politics in the age of social media.\nChain.ly Is the Craigslist for Finding People Who Can Help OutChain.ly is a community board that wants to make an impact by making Internet-driven connections less serendipitous.\nMost Facebook Apps Can Post Behind Your Back [UPDATED]Privacy protection company Secure.me analyzed some 500,000 Facebook apps, and shared the results. The biggest takeaways: 63% of those apps ask for the ability to post on your behalf \u2014 and 69% of them want your email address.\n20 Tricks to Make Facebook BetterFrom simple settings option, to browser plug-ins, these 20 tips, tricks and tools will take your Facebook experience to the next level.\nWhat Happens to Your Money When Kickstarter Fails?Kickstarter explains who is responsible for backers' money when a project fails.\n32 Must-Follow Twitter Accounts for NFL FansIn time for 2012's new NFL season, we've collected 32 accounts that will keep you informed, entertained and up-to-date.\nSocial Collaboration Tools Can Make Your Business More EfficientWhen employers and employees are divided geographically, emerging software can bridge the gap and enable working together.\n7 Awesome Lesser-Known SubredditsWe've all heard of AMA, but there are plenty of awesome less-famous subreddits that deserve more credit. Here are a few of our favorites.\n\nFor more social media news and resources, you can follow Mashable's social media channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nBusiness &amp; Marketing\n\n11 Things You Didn't Know About YelpNext to Google, there's probably no more important site for small businesses than Yelp. Yet perhaps no other site is as poorly understood.\nThe State of Ecommerce [INFOGRAPHIC]Consumer trends and data discuss the current state and project the staggering future of ecommerce.\n4 Ways to Budget Your Business Like a ProThe most difficult part of planning finances is planning for the unexpected. We ask a few entrepreneurs for tips from their experiences.\nPrivate Social Site Rootsy Lets You Connect With Your Family TreeFrustrated with existing social networks and over-sharing personal family moments, a group of seven entrepreneurs developed Rootsy.\n6 Ways to Prove Yourself as a Young EntrepreneurAfter talking to communities full of entrepreneurs in their 20s, here\u2019s what we\u2019ve learned that's worth passing on.\nHow to Follow New York Fashion Week OnlineFashion Week can feel overwhelming. We've gathered the best resources for enjoying the festivities online and via your mobile phone.\nHow to Develop Your Digital StrategyConstructing digital strategies on behalf of clients makes one thing clear: Clients are often confused about how to actually develop one.\nWhat Skills Do Tech Companies Look for In New Hires?We asked hiring managers at seven hot tech companies what they're currently looking for in new hires.\n5 Reasons to Found a Startup in CanadaHere are five reasons why entrepreneurs should consider setting up shop in Canada.\n7 Tips to Ace Your Video InterviewJob seekers may want to brush up on their skills in front of the camera, new research shows.\nRocket21 Is a New Kind of Social Site for TweensBrian Solis sits down with Jodell Seagrave of Rocket21, a new social networking site that connects tweens to older professionals.\nStay Connected on Family iBoard, the Social Network for FamiliesFamily iBoard is a private social network designed to keep families connected no matter where they live.\n\nFor more business news and resources, you can follow Mashable's business channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nTech &amp; Mobile\n\nThis App Knows More About Your Facebook Account Than You DoAn app from Wolfram Alpha analyzes your Facebook profile and spits out revealing details about your account and friends.\n5 Spy Gadgets Used by Real Life James BondsCheck out these five spy gadgets used by real-life James Bonds.\nHow to Change the Function of Your iPhone's Volume ButtonsThe iPhone's volume bottoms are set up to control the device's ringer and alert volume, but they can be reassigned for a different purpose.\nHow to Check If Your Apple Device ID Was CompromisedA hacker group said it compromised 12 million Apple iOS Unique Device IDs (UDIDs) \u2014 is your device at risk?\nCan Real-Time Data Give Your Site an Edge?The web is a complex place; real-time data gets you actionable information ASAP.\nWearable Action Cam Brings Intense Video to Facebook and the iPhoneWearable POV action cameras, and the intense, first-person videos they produce, grow more popular every day.\nEverything You Need to Know About Nokia's Lumia Event [VIDEO]If you didn't follow Nokia's livestream or Mashable's live blog for its big press event, here is a recap of what you missed.\n6 Tips For Getting the Best Insurance for Your iPadThere are plenty of options to insure your iPad, but it can be harder to find the right policies at the right price.\nAmazon Kindle Fire HD Packs a Punch [HANDS-ON]We got to spend a little time with the all-new Kindle Fire HD after Amazon\u2019s event.\n7-Inch Shootout: New Kindle Fires vs. Nexus 7With so many 7-inch tablets hitting the market, we decided to stack Amazon's latest Kindle Fire products against Google's Nexus 7.\n5 Crowdsourcing Platforms Every Developer Should KnowHere are the five crowdsourced, collaborative platforms that can really help developers create quality user experiences.\n\nFor more tech news and resources, you can follow Mashable's tech channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nLifestyle\n\nHow Mobile Tech Is Changing Travel [INFOGRAPHIC]This infographic shows just how much freedom mobile devices have given to the last-minute, spontaneous travel addict.\nSolvish Maps Out Local and Global Issues Waiting for SolutionsSolvish is a problem-solving platform that connects individuals to solve ongoing local and global problems.\n12 Things Students Should Never Do on Social MediaThe last thing young people want is another set of rules. But these days, social media comes with great responsibility.\nLearn to Cook the Perfect Steak With This Simulator [VIDEO]The advent of digital cooking is upon us. Since digital food technically has no calories, this could be the cure for obesity.\nThese 3 Home Appliances Could Change Your LifeThese three innovative home appliances could change the way you live.\n99Dresses Is an Infinite Closet of Free FashionOnline platform 99 Dresses lets women trade their clothes and, in essence, create an infinite closet of their own.\n9 Tech Tools That Make City Living a SnapIn the city, little things like trips to the grocery store can be a major pain. Here are nine products and services that'll improve your urban-dwelling experience.\nRunKeeper's In-App Personal Training Feature is Now FreeIt's always helpful to have some guidance when stating a new workout routine, or perhaps running your first 5K.\nBetter Homes and Gardens Launches 'Paint Anything' AppDIYers, rejoice! Better Homes and Gardens magazine launched an iOS app that focuses on the most affordable DIY project: painting.\n15 Stylish Ladies to Follow on PinterestJust in time for New York Fashion Week, we found the most creative, glamorous and stylish Pinterest pinners.\nVisa Tooth Fairy App Helps Parents Price a Lost ToothVisa has created a novelty app to help parents determine how much money the Tooth Fairy should leave their children for a lost tooth.\n\nFor more digital lifestyle news and resources, you can follow Mashable's lifestyle channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nImage courtesy of Flickr, webtreats"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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