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Most techies are comfortable with rapid change. That's what technology is all about. But when it comes to the Internet, we've gotten so used to all the handy advantages it brings, that it's easy to overlook the major ways things like social media<\/a>, online education and increased information sharing have changed the world. This infographic looks at everything from WikiLeaks to WebMD and how access to information has launched careers, started revolutions and generally shaken things up. Check it out – and think it over. How has the Internet changed your life?<\/p>\n

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Most techies are comfortable with rapid change. That's what technology is all about. But when it comes to the Internet, we've gotten so used to all the handy advantages it brings, that it's easy to overlook the major ways things like social media, online education and increased information sharing have changed the world. 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