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"The week gone by was loaded with essential reading, especially in the tech department.  We know you're busy, and digging through that RSS reader for all the good stuff you missed is a chore.\nThat's why we've once again gathered the Cr\u00E8me de la Cr\u00E8me in our weekly super-post.  Take a weekend stroll through this garden of resources that includes a few environmentally friendly gadget guides, some killer small business advice, and an inbox master cleanse, which may be a weekend project itself.\nAnd if it's entertainment you're after, don't miss the killer YouTube video lists below.\n\nSocial Media\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHOW TO: Disable Facebook\u2019s \u201CInstant Personalization\u201D [PRIVACY]\nNew menus on the Facebook home page this week took users by surprise, and left many concerned about the privacy implications of being suddenly more \"connected\" to their favorite sites and interests. If you're looking for ways to opt out of these new features, this guide will show you how.\n\n\nHOW TO: Spring Clean Your Twitter Account\nAn untended Twitter feed can quickly become overgrown with useless tweets and dead weight users.  These great tools will help you streamline your Twitter account in no time.\n\n\nHow Freelancers are Using Social Media for Real Results\nSocial media can be a boon for those who make their living gig-to-gig.  Sheer networking is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to landing work via the social web.  We spoke to freelancers in a variety of fields to find out how they make it happen.\n\n\n9 Essential Social News and Bookmarking Sites for Designers\nThe design community is always hungry for content, inspiration, and tutorials.  These nine networks are a great place to discover and share creative resources.\n\n4 Ways One Non-Profit Uses Location to Increase EngagementThe National Wildlife Federation has been getting creative with their social media awareness campaigns, particularly when it comes to location-based technologies.  This post discusses some of their innovations.\nTim Ferriss: 7 Great Principles for Dealing with HatersFor all the personal connections and open sharing done on social networks, you'll always find a fair share of scathing negativity.  Tim Ferriss, author of The Four Hour Work Week, gave a talk at The Next Web '10 event in Amsterdam, and had these seven points to share on the subject.\nGowalla CEO Talks About the Future of Social Media [INTERVIEW]We sat down with Josh Williams to discuss the origins of his location-based network, and what current trends in the space mean for the future.\n5 Free Services for Pre-Scheduling Your Twitter UpdatesWhether for marketing purposes, event promotion, or just keeping your account fresh while you're on vacation, a tweet scheduler can be a handy tool.  Check out these five great ones, all of them free.\n How Twitter's New Media Blog Aims To Teach By Example Twitter's new blog highlights news organizations with smart Twitter integration in the hope of becoming a resource for the media. We spoke with Twitter about their strategies and goals.\nTop 10 LEGO Movie Tributes on YouTubeThose stop-motion goodies are back, this time reenacting our favorite flicks in all their colorful plastic glory.\nTop 10 YouTube Cover SongsFor better or worse, YouTube has become the ultimate repository of musical tributes.  From guys in their bedrooms, to a capella cleverness, to guitar-wielding toddlers, this hand-picked list highlights some of the best around.\n5 Ways to Support World Malaria Day OnlineThe fight to end malaria in the developing world has become a rallying cause on the social web.  Check out these five easy ways you can make a difference online.\n\nFor more social media news and resources, you can follow Mashable's social media channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nTech &amp; Mobile\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4 Reasons the iPhone Is a (Video)Game ChangerThe iPhone has truly taken the video game world by storm, and there's plenty yet to explore in mobile gaming.  Check out this analysis of the current trends, and what they might mean for the future of the industry.\nHOW TO: Turn Your Android Phone Into a Killer MP3 PlayerIf you shun the iMusic lifestyle, you can still keep all your favorite tunes at your fingertips with an Android device.  This post will show you how.\nHOW TO: Give Your Inbox a Master CleanseIf your inbox is bursting with social media notifications, useless newsletters, and unsolicited messages, you're certainly not alone.  Use these tactics to bring your unread count back into a reasonable realm.\nHOW TO: Secure Your WordPress BlogWordPress is certainly a secure platform right out of the proverbial box, but there are always ways to protect your blog or site from the more nefarious denizens of the web.  Heed these tips for more secure blogging.\n5 Real-Time Location Trends to WatchThe location game is heating up faster than you may think.  Keep on top of things by noting these important trends, as relayed by Joe Stump, CTO of SimpleGeo, who spoke at The Next Web '10 event in Amsterdam.\nWhy Schools are Turning to Google AppsThe state of Oregon has made the bold move to embrace Google Apps for its entire education system.  The reasons and benefits are compelling, and could open up a wealth of possibilities for schools around the country.\n8 Ways to Repurpose Your Old ElectronicsWhy toss your obsolete gadgets in the landfill when you could transform them into art, data storage, and other useful items?  Here are eight suggestions for keeping your gadget habit in the green.\n5 Quick Tips to Solicit Useful Design FeedbackDesigners can (and should) take their work very personally, but this often makes it hard to receive constructive criticism.  Here are five easy ways to get the feedback you need to keep a project moving forward.\n5 Charities for Donating Your Old ElectronicsJust because you no longer have a use for your second generation iPod doesn't mean it should be headed for the scap heap.  Take a moment to note these charities where your old gadgets can be put to new use.\n\nFor more tech news and resources, you can follow Mashable's tech channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.\nBusiness\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10 Killer Tips for Creating a Branded YouTube ChannelVideo is the way to go for businesses on the social web.  Be sure to give these rules a run-down before embarking on a branded YouTube adventure.\n10 Dos and Don\u2019ts for Brands on TwitterPeople expect different things from individuals and brands on Twitter, and crossing those streams could lead to a few common mistakes.  Check out this list of tips to ensure your company plays by all the right rules.\n5 iPhone Apps to Boost ProductivityWith the right apps in tow, an iPhone can be productivity powerhouse.  Check out these five recommendations.\n5 Tips for Making Your Presentations More SocialSocial media has opened up a wealth of opportunities to make business presentations more engaging.  These five tips can transform your boring set of slides into a dynamic, real-time force of nature.\n\nWhat Twitter\u2019s New Ad Model Could Mean for Small Business\nIt's easy to see the potential for large companies like Starbucks to leverage Twitter's new advertising model, but what about small businesses?  This post discusses the options.\n\n\n\n\nFor more business  coverage, follow Mashable Business on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook\n\n"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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