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Here’s our take on news that matters for Tuesday, November 15. Today’s theme is ads and here are some links to related news items.

• Ad-supported software may be even bigger than we thought. News has been leaked this week about Microsoft mulling options regarding free, ad-supported versions of its desktop software.
• Speaking of ads, Google has announced the release of free analytical tools for online publishers and marketers a move that would help the company’s clients get a better sense of Web site traffic patterns and advertising campaigns.
• Finally, with regards to an absence of ads, a new study finds that TiVo is losing its advantage among DVR users. Brandimensions, the research firm that conducted the study, said that TiVo’s standalone set-top box is failing in two areas: its inability to record two shows simultaneously and to play back shows in high-definition TV quality.

Now, here’s a recap of our favorite posts from the edublogging community from the past 48 hours.

• From Doug Johnson : Post on the limits of analog texts, futures for learning, etc.
• From Alan Levine : Post on how publications are developing blog-like appendages.
• From Ben Vershbow : Post on additional reflections on Google Print functionality.
• From Will Richardson : Post on schoolsafe blogging.