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Developer gets Chromium OS up and running on a MacBook Air Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:52PMA UK-based developer who finally scraped together enough money for a MacBook Air managed to hack Google's Chromium OS onto it a short time later, according to a blog post published on Tuesday. Chromium's startup time is slower than OS X and the need for BIOS emulation bogs the entire thing down, but the author managed to force the OS and the hardware to put aside most of their differences. For ...
Posts published by William K. Rashbaum Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 1:32PMFederal authorities in Washington are expected to announce charges on Tuesday against about a dozen suspected members of the hacker group Anonymous, officials said.
10 Cybersecurity Stocks for the Coming Cyber Wars Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:50AMThis sector is not for the faint of heart, but if you want to jump in, here's where to start looking.
Symantec Deepens Encryption Offerings to Provide Organizations With Greater Flexibility and Support for Mobile Devices Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:22AMCompany Debuts Symantec PGP Viewer for iOS, Management of Opal-Compliant Self-Encrypting Drives, and Integration With Symantec Protection Center 2.0
Penguin Computing Supplies High Performance Computer to University of Pittsburgh Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:07AMFREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Penguin Computing, experts in high performance computing (HPC), today announced the installation of a new heterogeneous cluster at the University of Pittsburgh. This new cluster, used by researchers in multiple departments, is operated by the University of Pittsburgh's Center for Simulation and Modeling (SAM); the hardware and operating systems are maintained ...
How Desktop Virtualization Can Help Manage Consumer Devices Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 2:38AMIf two technology trends were ever made for each other, at least in vendor marketing materials and generically simple diagrams of IT infrastructure, they are the consumerization of IT and desktop virtualization.
Unique computer training camp gets young adults job ready Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:07AMBy ALAN HOSKINS Relaxing by the pool and hanging out with friends is not an option for 48 area young adults who are spending the month of July literally elbow deep developing computer hardware and job skills. As participants in a Computer Hardware and Job Skills summer program, they are receiving month-long training provided in camps on the main campus and the Leavenworth Center of Kansas City ...
Sony Uses MLB All-Star Game to Push 3D Gaming and PlayStation Move Hardware Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 9:29PMSony Computer Entertainment America was at the 2011 MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field in Phoenix to g
Foreign spies stole weapons data from U.S. contractor Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 7:44PMForeign spies broke into a U.S. defense contractor's computer network and stole valuable weapons data, Pentagon officials disclosed for the first time on Thursday in releasing a cybersecurity strategy aimed at bolstering Internet defenses. Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III declined to name the contractor or to provide further ...
Sony Vaio Z: The Lightest Full-Horsepower 13-Inch Notebook Has a Heavy Duty Price [Laptops] Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 3:17PM# laptops We worried about Sony. We gnashed our teeth and pounded our fists and wondered what had happened to this titan of tech. But between this sleek 2.5-pound full-voltage speed racing laptop and this morning's tablet wünderkinds , well, welcome back Sony. More »
StoneTurn Group Announces Opening of Washington, DC Office Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:16AMWASHINGTON, D.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--StoneTurn Group, a firm specializing in forensic accounting, computer forensics, intellectual property, dispute consulting and antifraud and corruption consulting, today announced the opening of its Washington, DC office, which also coincides with the opening of its New York, NY office. Joining the San Francisco, Houston, Boston, Chicago, Austin and London ...
Robots get Kinect's 'eyes and ears' Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 6:50AMMicrosoft is adding its Kinect gesture recognition hardware to robots using the company's free Robotics Developer Studio. View the full article HERE .
A Quick Little Primer on JMF 2.0 Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:24PMLet's get a little superficial here. I mean, databases teeming with knowledge, tables full of figures, and frames full of text are all well and good. These things may even be the soul of the information age.
Toshiba Thrive tablet offers Android 3.1, full-sized ports Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:24PMToshiba began selling its long-awaited 10.1-inch tablet in 8GB ($430), 16GB ($480) and 32GB ($580) Wi-Fi only versions.
Your Old Smartphone's Data Can Come Back to Haunt You Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 10:21AMYour old cell phone data can reemerge from the past to haunt you. Whether it's because sellers are lazy or naive, cast-off phones still contain troves of information about their former users. And as phones get smarter, they're ever more likely to hold bank account passwords, personal email, or private photographs that anyone with the right kind of motivation could exploit.
With cloud initiatives, Dell hopes to catch wave of change that's sweeping over computing world Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 6:21PMWith cloud initiatives, Dell hopes to catch wave of change that's sweeping over computing world
The humorous side of IT Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:29AMSome geek humor is only appreciated by IT pros. Alan Norton discusses clueless user stories, silly names, and more, as well as when humor and IT don't mix.
How to land a space shuttle Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 2:37PMAfter a decade of trying, I finally landed a space shuttle. Not the real thing, of course. I'm talking about a simulated landing, basically flown on a computer, the motion-base shuttle simulator at NASA's Johnson Space Center.
10 Ways to Keep IT Systems Secure Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 10:33AMUse these tips to protect your business from hackers, crooks and identity thieves.
LG Cuts Smartphone Sales Target 20% After Apple, Samsung Gain Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 10:16AMJuly 7 (Bloomberg) -- LG Electronics Inc., the world's third-largest mobile-phone maker, lowered its full-year smartphone sales target by 20 percent after losing customers to competitors led by Apple Inc. and Samsung...
Microsoft Office 365: Could security be the differentiator? Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 5:29AMSince the release of Microsoft's Office 365 cloud-based service, the pros and cons of how it stacks up against its competitors in terms of cost and usability have been hotly debated, but it is Office 365's security credentials that really sets it apart, according to the company's Trustworthy Computing Group.
F5 Networks Wins Stevie® Award at 9th Annual American Business AwardsSM Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 6:12AMF5 Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:FFIV), the global leader in Application Delivery Networking, today announced it won a Stevie ® Award for ...
Unity Management Group, MCC Receives Authorization for Second Purchase Order From Bristol Meyers Squibb Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 7:11PMEAST HANOVER, N.J., July 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Unity Management Group, Inc. (OTC: UYMG) "UNITY" (or the "Company") (MCC) Metropolitan Computing Corporation has received authorization for a second purchase order to come in this week from Bristol Meyers Squibb, BMS Pharmaceuticals LTD., one of the largest pharmaceutical companies ,for $108,000.00 . MCC completed installation on the first order ...
Freemake Video Converter 2.3: The First Free Software to Boost Conversion Speed with DXVA Technology Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 8:13AMFreemake Video Converter is a free software to convert between 200 video formats, edit video and burn DVD discs in a simplified way. The software takes full advantage of hardware acceleration technologies which speed up video conversion by 50.Freemake Video Converter 2.3 integrates DXVA 2.0 which stands for DirectX Video Acceleration. As a result, Freemake Video Converter 2.3 offers more ...
Discover Pass kicks in for access to state recreational lands on July 1 Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 8:13PMStarting Friday, July 1, the Discover Pass is required for vehicle- and water-access to all state re
The Future of Retailing in Brazil to 2015 Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 5:18AMReportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:
Why China established 'Online Blue Army' Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 8:09PMThe People's Liberation Army has established an "Online Blue Army" in order to ensure the security of China's military networks, confirmed Geng Yansheng, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, at a recent routine press conference.
The National Bureau of Statistics of China Chooses Fujitsu Group Scanners and OCR Software for China's 6th National ... Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 8:07PMBeijing, June 29, 2011 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu announced today that the National Bureau of Statistics of China in Beijing (hereafter NBSC) successfully concluded China's 6th National Census Project this past April 2011, with the help of 1,700 fi-Series large-volume document scanners and Chinese OCR(1) software which were furnished by the Fujitsu Group.
New Isolated Input Module for Thermocouple Temperature Monitoring and Millivolt Measurements Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 5:13PMOpto 22's SNAP-AITM-4i Thermocouple Input Module Provides Channel-to-Channel Isolation for Trouble-Free Installation and Accurate Temperature Measurements
As the Virtual World Turns... Optimize It Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 3:59PMBURBANK, CA--(Marketwire - Jun 29, 2011) - Virtual machine technology has rapidly expanded since being introduced a few short years ago. Now virtual servers are launched and perform many different types of tasks, and have moved over to take an important role in storage. Virtual machines are now proliferating to become part of the desktop environment -- and it appears that PCs will soon be ...
Pogoplug Software Streams Files (Poorly) to Mobile Devices Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 3:22PMThe maker of Pogoplug hardware is offering a free download to stream music, movies and more to other PCs and mobile devices.
Reportlinker Adds The Future of Retailing in United States to 2015 Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 5:13AMNEW YORK , June 29, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: The Future of Retailing in United States to 2015 http://www.reportlinker.com/p0561938/The-Future-of-Retailing-in-United-States-to-2015.html?utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Retail Synopsis This report provides uniquely ...
Reportlinker Adds the Future of Retailing in Russia to 2015 Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 3:48AMNEW YORK , June 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: The Future of Retailing in Russia to 2015 http://www.reportlinker.com/p0561930/The-Future-of-Retailing-in-Russia-to-2015.html?utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Retail Synopsis This report provides uniquely detailed data on ...
Scientific Learning Corp. Gives Schools Online Access to the Fast ForWord Program with SciLEARN On Demand Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 10:02AMOAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fast ForWord from Scientific Learning Corp. is now delivered online, giving schools instant access to the award-winning program that builds brain fitness and accelerates learning for all students.
SATTRANS Vehicle & Marine Docking Station for Iridium 9555 Satellite Phone Enters the Market After Approval by Iridium Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 8:00AMSATTRANS announces that its Iridium 9555 Vehicle and Marine Docking Station has been successfully tested and approved by Iridium Communications Inc. for commercial use in connection with the Iridium Communications System.
Google curbs Web map exposing user locations Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 7:52AMResponding to recent criticism, Google quietly takes steps to mollify Internet privacy advocates
NEC Display Solutions and Technovare Unveil Four New Single Board Computer Option Cards for NEC Large-Screen Displays Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 7:15AMCHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New single board computer option cards from NEC Display Solutions and Technovare
Google curbs Web map exposing phone locations Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 7:07AMGoogle limits access to geolocation database linking Wi-Fi devices with physical locations after a CNET article highlights potential privacy concerns.
The AI Singularity is Dead; Long Live the Cybernetic Singularity | Science Not Fiction Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 10:55AMThe nerd echo chamber is reverberating this week with the furious debate over Charlie Stross’ doubts about the possibility of an artificial “human-level intelligence” explosion – also known as the Singularity. As currently defined, the Singularity will be an event in the future in which artificial intelligence reaches human level intelligence. At that point, the AI (i.e. AI n ) will reflexively ...
Altec Lansing Octiv 650 Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 6:53PMThe Altec Lansing Octiv 650 is one of best-sounding iPod/iPhone speaker docks in its price class, with a distinct, stylish look and component video output to boot.
FDLE offers tips on cyber security Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 5:31PMWith business today so dependent upon data, networks and access to the Internet, the need has never been more urgent for companies and organizations to consider and plan for a computer security breach.
Update: Plan for security threats before they happen, FDLE says Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 5:30PMA cyber security expert covered the basics of crafting a security plan at the Tallahassee Technology Alliance's luncheon today.
Paytoo Breaks Through to Entertainment Industry Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 8:00AMPaytoo, Paymotech’s international mobile platform continues with large-scale ecommerce development throughout Canada by partnering with Mediamatic Ventures.
Fighting for control: A digital DJ throwdown this weekend at Public Works Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 5:15PMThis Sat/25, San Francisco will serve as host to an event that will have Guitar Hero extremists falling off their couches. Fresh off its success from its two year anniversary show in January, a group dedicated to showcasing live electronic musicianship is taking over Public Works , this time for the West Coast Championship Controller Battle , where electronic controllerists will battle it out in ...
iMeet® Wins People’s Choice Stevie Award Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 2:28PMATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PGi (NYSE: PGI) was awarded a People’s Choice Stevie Award for iMeet at the 2011 American Business Awards (ABA) reception
Amir Taaki Answers Your Questions About Bitcoin Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 2:27PMLast week, you asked questions (many rather pointed!) of Amir Taaki, co-founder of Bitcoin Consultancy, which develops Bitcoin related services, exchanges and Bitcoin itself. (They also own Britcoin.co.uk.) Says Taaki: "When creating video games I spent much time imagining tools to make artists lives easier, and how we could keep funding developers to write free software. One contribution of ...
Ideas to keep the home going during summer Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 11:12PMIt's summertime, when the living is lazy, the holidays are patriotic and the vacations are great. Here are some ideas to help you through it all with minimum care and maximum enjoyment:
Changing Careers, One Step at a Time - The Search Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 11:10AMBefore changing careers, experts say, ask yourself some basic questions. For example, are your current skills obsolete, or will they soon be back in demand?
Commentary - Digital Public Library of America - can it live up to its huge potential? Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 4:04PMI'm hardly the only one saying that, but I have cut the DPLA far more slack than some others have.
UPS Telematics Initiative Reduces Fuel Use, Allows for Conditions-Based PM Program Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 11:51AMATLANTA – UPS' telematics technology is capable of providing vast amounts of data about how the company's delivery trucks are operating.