About Victoria Nicks

Victoria Nicks is the founder of Decoded Science. She holds a Master of Science in Information Technology from Golden Gate University's Ageno School of Business, to augment nearly 20 years of hands-on experience with various types of technology.

Victoria entered the world of computers during her time as a member of US Space Command in the United States Air Force, and has remained immersed in technology ever since. She currently manages multiple websites, and provides consulting services in the area of Google News, Wordpress, and SEO.

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What is Data Mining? Computers Prevent Information Overload

April 22, 2013 by Victoria Nicks Leave a Comment

The tiny bits of data can cause information overload without the help of a computer program and data mining. Image by gerard79

We can now program computers to evaluate huge piles of data to pull out only the specific information we want or need. Data mining is useful in all industries – and in science.

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Filed Under: Artificial Intelligence

2013 Flu Symptoms: How Did I Know You Were Sick? A Little Bird Told Me

February 5, 2013 by Victoria Nicks Leave a Comment

Who has the flu? New methods of mapping infectious diseases are improving health response and public awareness. Image by Decoded Science

2013 flu symptoms trackers are everywhere. From Google’s Flu Trends map to a new algorithm analyzing Twitter feeds, information about the spread of influenza abounds.

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Filed Under: Headlines, Technology

Applebee’s Social Media Nightmare: Technology 24/7 Isn’t Always a Good Thing

February 3, 2013 by Victoria Nicks 4 Comments

Applebee's is not the first to have a social media meltdown - will the restaurant chain be the last to Tweet, Delete, and Regret? Image by Decoded Science

Around-the-clock updates and screenshots have changed public relations forever. Applebee’s social media nightmare was worsened by the available technology.

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Filed Under: Headlines, Technology

2013 Flu Trends Map is Red: Where Does Google Get Symptom Information?

January 11, 2013 by Victoria Nicks 5 Comments

The Flu Trends map shows intense flu activity - how does Google know that? Image of Google Maps by VLN

Google’s Flu Trends map is almost solid red, indicating intense flu activity across the entire United States – but how does the search engine get the data?

Filed Under: Artificial Intelligence, Headlines

After Christmas Sales: Buying Discount Electronics

December 26, 2012 by Victoria Nicks Leave a Comment

All after-Christmas sale electronics are not equal. Image by Kolobsek

If you’re shopping after-Christmas sales for electronics, always check the specs, warranty, and store return policy to make sure you’re really getting a good deal.

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Filed Under: Gadgets, Headlines

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About Victoria Nicks

What is Data Mining? Computers Prevent Information Overload

2013 Flu Symptoms: How Did I Know You Were Sick? A Little Bird Told Me

Applebee’s Social Media Nightmare: Technology 24/7 Isn’t Always a Good Thing

2013 Flu Trends Map is Red: Where Does Google Get Symptom Information?

After Christmas Sales: Buying Discount Electronics

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