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Everyone has been asking…finally an answer...
"Ning means 'peace' in Chinese, as explained by Gina Bianchini on the company blog.[4]"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ning

What was your guess?

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Here are some additional resources on Ning:

Ning's Infinite Ambition (from Fast Company Magazine)

Video Interview with Ning CEO Gina Bianchini

It's a great tool to build niche social networks to connect inside and outside the classroom.

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never thought of that even though I am a Chinese, so this is created by a Chinese?

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I think the name is very appropriate. I have to say as someone completely new to this world of online social networking, I have found Ning to be easy to use, and somewhat addictive. I have definitely made my "peace" with Ning. Hee hee!

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Don't waste another minute - by searching the internet
Online Business ,
There is nothing to lose, and everything to gain by getting on board now.

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Tuesday, December 1 @ 1PM

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Derek Nichols

How was your Thanksgiving Break?

Hey guys,

We're curious about the fun you had back home on break!

I had a nice relaxing time not being seeing the inside of Hayes Hall and definitely ate too much food. It was my first Thanksgiving as a vegetarian which made my mom real nervous, but she handled the stuffed squash well! I also saw my friend who is living in NYC. We haven't hung out in two years- it was an awesome time!

Your stories?


~Derek

Posted by Derek Nichols on December 1, 2009 at 10:13am

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