Web Highlights

This short video tells the history of Google, the leading search engine on the web, founded by Sergey Brin, and Larry Page.

Consumers are willing to pay for some content, but how much and on which digital platforms remains to be seen, said Dounia Turrill, SVP of Consumer Insights at Nielsen, during an interview with Beet.TV at the recent OMMA Video conference. The industry is paying close attention to what consumers are willing to pay for when it comes to video and programming content.

Every social network has its own culture, etiquette and unique features. We profile the most popular social networks: Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn and talk about how you can use social media to your advantage.

Social media can be powerful tools for communication, but they can also impact productivity. Pierre Khawand, author of "The Accomplishing More with Less Workbook," explains the professional advantages of Google+ versus Facebook.

For nearly 30 years, Kawasaki has earned a notable reputation as a venture capitalist, entrepreneur and popular blogger.The former Apple evangelist will share his provocative insights and commonsense practices for succeeding in today's business world. In this segment he explains how the sinergy between the two Steves in Apple made Apple what it is today.

Co-created by Jak Severson, Big Shot Live is a reality show-style talent competition that airs on the Web. It gives regular people an opportunity to promote showbiz talents through one-minute videos, and gives the most popular contestants a chance to try and make it in Hollywood. Severson discusses Big Shot Live's business model and its partnership with CBS which includes promotional exposure through each of the network's 197 local TV affiliates.