Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates is getting into online sharing mode with the launch of his new Web diary, the Gates Notes, in which he holds forth about his various projects, plus sections called “What I’m Learning” and “Curious Classroom” — plus travel videos! –KA

The Seattle Times:

He announced the new site on Twitter today. “Excited to share more about what I’m learning, hope you like it!” Gates wrote.

Gates is sharing what he’s thinking about, what he’s learning and stories from his travel, including a personally narrated slideshow on a July trip to India. The site includes his essays on innovation, green energy and education reform.

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