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• Instant Messaging – Beware of the Risks

  Thursday, July 1st, 2010 For those of us on a student wage e.g. skint, using the telephone to talk to friends and family can be really expensive.  Shopping around to find cheaper methods of communication may sound pikey, but it could help save those valuable pennies. Instant messaging (IM) is not only free, but it’s als... More »

• Mac Computers – Are They Virus Proof?

  Thursday, June 24th, 2010 At Student Beans we love all things Mac related - the design, the technology, even Steve Jobs!  What’s more we love the fact that Macs are hardly ever targeted with viruses.  After all, when have you ever heard of a virus hitting a Mac computer?  Not that often.  Great news, who needs antiviru... More »

• Which bikini is for me?

  Wednesday, June 16th, 2010 1. Cut-out... More »

• World Cup Mania - How to Avoid Disappointment Online

  Monday, June 14th, 2010 How to Stay Safe Online As we all know, the world’s most widely viewed sporting event kicked off last weekend - the FIFA World Cup. Although online security may not be a focal point during the World Cup - it should be! Such high profile events will, without a doubt, encourage an onslaught of cyb... More »

• 5 Countries in Asia You Don’t Wanna Miss

  Saturday, June 12th, 2010 When a student traveller wants to explore the wonders of the world, Asia immeiately springs to mind. But, with a limited budegt and with so many different countries to see, how do you begin to pick which destination you should visit?... More »

• 5 Places in Europe You Shouldn’t Miss

  Friday, June 11th, 2010 Living in the UK, mainland Europe is just a stone’s throw away, and is ideal to visit on a budget holiday. But what are the places you shouldn’t miss? Amsterdam, The Netherlands Amsterdam, the ‘Venice of the North’ is a very chilled out place to visit. Famed for its ‘coffee&#... More »

• How to Stay Safe on Twitter

  Monday, June 7th, 2010 How to Stay Safe on Twitter Have you heard the news?  Twitter is testing a new application that helps you figure out who you should and shouldn’t follow. The ‘You Both Follow’ app will potentially give you the opportunity to connect with other users to find out who they follow, as well as th... More »

• Best Beach Reads This Summer

  Monday, June 7th, 2010 You’ve got your holiday booked, packed your bikini and your flip flops, but you’ve forgotten one thing: what are you going to read whilst lounging beside the pool!? Here’s my pick of the best books to read during your holiday this Summer.... More »

• How To Look Beach Body Fabulous

  Sunday, June 6th, 2010 Sun, flip flops, sunglasses, summer dresses, and  milkshakes are just a few of my favorite things about summer. If you’re about to hit the beach and are feeling a bit nervous heading out in your bikini, here are a few tips to help boost your confidence and help you look your best: Fake Flawl... More »

• 5 Spots in Britain You Shouldn’t Miss!

  Saturday, June 5th, 2010 With recessions and ash clouds threatening to ruin your holiday, there’s never been a better time to holiday at home in the UK. But forget Cornwall - here are five places you really shouldn’t miss. Nottingham What to do: Everybody loves Robin Hood. Find out more about him at Nottingha... More »

• 5 Things Every Student Should Do Before Graduating

  Friday, June 4th, 2010 Graduation day conjures up mixed emotions for students. On the one hand, we are happy that the hard work has paid off and we have secured a good degree, but at the same time we are distressed to be parting from amazing friends and essentially saying goodbye to the best three years of our life. ... More »

• Reclaim Your Privacy!

  Tuesday, June 1st, 2010 According to recent research, us Brits spend nearly one day a month online, therefore we wanted to make sure that you were aware of the risks that can occur when you’re surfing and networking via the net. From identity theft to malicious computer viruses, such as Trojans and Worms attacking your ... More »

• Top 5 Summer Essentials

  Saturday, May 29th, 2010 As you begin the count down to your last exam, you may be starting to think about the longer summer holiday ahead of you and what you plan to dow ith your three months of freedom.... More »

• Free Nokia and Storage Up For Grabs!

  Friday, May 28th, 2010 Free Nokia Up For Grabs…... More »

• Top 5 Party Essentials

  Sunday, May 23rd, 2010 It’s not what you have with you, it’s the people you’re with which make it a great party. But, there are definately a few essentials which will get you and your mates off to a great start and see you through a top night out.... More »

• Witness the Fitness of Love

  Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 A Lonely Heart?... More »

• 5 Festivals You Don’t Wanna Miss This Summer!

  Friday, May 21st, 2010 There are so many music festivals going on around the world tailored to specific music tastes, how do you know which is for you? Where are the best ones and which are the most affordable?... More »

• 5 of the Worst Developing Countries to Live In

  Thursday, May 20th, 2010 Zimbabwe’s President Mugabe is accused of political corruption and scores of human rights abuses... More »

• How to make the first move

  Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 You’ve had a few drinks with you’re friends and you’re all sat chatting at the bar - suddenly somebody from across the room catches your eye. ... More »

• Top 3 Countries to Backpack Through

  Friday, May 14th, 2010 It’s got to be one of the most common ‘student dreams’ – to take a backpack, grab your mates and set off on a foreign adventure. You save up for a few months, Google a globe and pick the places in the world you have always wanted to explore. Just make sure you map these three destinations in... More »

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