AUSTIN, Texas -- SXSW Interactive -- Before the memories completely fade, here are a few snapshots from the sprawling catch-all tech and culture show that wrapped up earlier this week.

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Or click here to see all the thumbnails, if you're in a hurry.

For more:

• App Ecosystem Aided by Beer, Comfy Chairs
• Long Live SXSW Interactive 2011... Now Get Back to Work!
• SXSW 2009 Pics
• SXSW 2008 Pics

— Phil Harvey, Editor-in-Chief, Light Reading