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MobileMe outages, maintenance persist into 2nd week
Apple's MobileMe support is...
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K.C. publication aims to provide consistency in covering race and ethnicity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The flashpoints are familiar, even worn out: Was race a factor in the prosecution of the black teenagers dubbed the Jena 6 and charged with beating a white teen? Should The New Yorker magazine have satirized stereotypes of race on its cover?
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K.C. publication aims to provide consistency in covering race and ethnicity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The flashpoints are familiar, even worn out: Was race a factor in the prosecution of the black teenagers dubbed the Jena 6 and charged with beating ...
Columbia Missourian |
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Lesson Writer Helps Teachers Quickly Conquer an Often Menial Task
If you’re educator near the middle of the K-12 curriculum, and you’re feeling a bit lacking in terms of online tools available to help increase your own efficiency in the case of schoolwork, this item may be worth a look. It’s called Lesson Writer, and it’s something that can aid you in cranking out a basic lesson (and plan) for particular course on a given day. If you’re short for time, or ...
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Semantics Gives The Web Meaning – For Machines
Researchers hope that soon web technology will get to the point where, as you drive into town, an application spots a space in a nearby car park, calculates how long and what route to get there, and that no one else is closer. We are not there yet, but researchers believe the semantic web is about to make it big. Companies will find it easier to integrate datasets and access information -- ...
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Risks In Ordering Drugs By Internet On The Rise
Consumers are facing a growing risk of getting counterfeit drugs because of rising Internet sales of medical drugs, projected to reach upwards of $75 billion by 2010. A new report calls for stronger enforcement legislation than current proposals in Congress.
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Sharpest Measurement Of Ice Crystals In Clouds Ever Will Help In Climate Modeling
Scientists have created an instrument designed to help determine the shapes and sizes of tiny ice crystals typical of those found in high-altitude clouds, down to the micron level (comparable to the tiniest cells in the human body), according to a new study. The data produced using this instrument likely will help improve computer models used to predict climate change.
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On regulation in the digital age, Obama is from Google, McCain from AT&T
A Sen. Barack Obama presidency could bode well for Google Inc. A victory by Sen. John McCain could be good for AT&T Inc.
Austin American-Statesman |
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Linked by Thom Holwerda on Wed 27th Sep 2006 23:05 UTC
A federal judge has dismissed a large portion of AMD's antitrust lawsuit against Intel, saying US law does not cover many of AMD's claims.
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Vets Home server held personal data
The computer server was stolen last week. Officials don't think the thieves mean to use the information.
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Recent Original Stories
Prior to the general availability of AIX 6, IBM intends to make a pre-release version of AIX 6 available in an open beta . "AIX is an open, standards-based UNIX operating system that provides the enterprise information technology infrastructure for thousands of clients around the world.
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The Weemote vs. Wiimote Trademark Tiff
The makers of a gadget whose name is almost identical to the nickname of the videogame system's remote control say their intellectual property is almost worthless because the online playing field isn't fair
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Local Notes
Internet Safety Will Be Topic SPRINGDALE - The Northwest Arkansas Child Care Resource and Referral Center will present a free parenting class about Internet safety on Thursday.
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John Naughton, The Networker: Big Google is watching you. Ready for your close-up?
If, while walking your dog, you see a black Opel Vectra with a top-heavy pole sticking out of its roof, do not be alarmed. It is not a UFO or a van checking for TV licence-fee dodgers, but a Googlecam. As it proceeds, the eight cameras mounted on the top of the pole take an endless succession of digital pictures of the road and its environs. Each image is tagged with its precise location using ...
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Hi-tech is turning us all into time-wasters
Time-wasting is not just an irritating habit. It is an affliction that ruins millions of lives and often requires therapy and other treatment for sufferers, psychologists have warned. According to new research, one person in five now suffers from the problem so badly that their careers, relationships and health are threatened. Many researchers blame computers and mobile phones for providing ...
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UK fails to bar internet access to child porn
Almost a million UK households could access websites known to host images of child sex abuse despite a government pledge made two years ago to stop access to paedophile sites. Last night a coalition of leading children's charities, including Barnardo's, the NSPCC and National Children's Homes, described the situation as 'completely unacceptable'. They have written to the Home Office minister ...
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The 20-year-old at heart of web's most anarchic and influential site
It seemed an ordinary day at Google's offices in Tel Aviv, Israel. Until an alarming discrepancy glued eyes to computer screens. Google Hot Trends is a feature intended to give 'a snapshot of what's on the public's collective mind', according to the internet giant, by displaying the fastest-rising search terms on the web. Top of the list was not Batman, iPhone or sex. It was not a word at all. ...
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Hi-tech turning us into time-wasters
Environment, science & technology: Mobile phones and emails are triggering the 'distraction' part of the brain
Guardian Unlimited |
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Hi-tech is turning us all into time-wasters
Mobile phones and emails are triggering the 'distraction' part of the brain
Guardian Unlimited |
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The barista, the blogger and a very bad day
A blogger seeking an "altered'' drink at a purist's coffee shop drove both men to the boiling point. Strong coffee elicits strong feelings -- and bitter words, especially online.
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Gore, Pelosi address liberal bloggers in Austin
The former vice president praised the Netroots Nation bloggers on Saturday as being at the forefront of reclaiming American democracy and urged them to mobilize for global climate protection.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram |
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The 20-year-old at heart of web's most anarchic and influential site
Time magazine calls the 4chan website the wellspring of net culture and its online pranks are world-famous
Guardian Unlimited |
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Divine desserts
Blogger MyCoffee joins some friends for a birthday bash at Kissaten Coffee and Restaurant.
The Star |
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Bangalore pads up for IT20 battles
Sports Authority of Karnataka, in association with a private internet video channel Indiatech TV , is all set to unveil the cricket tournament IT20, exclusively for IT professionals in Karnataka.
The Times of India |
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Microsoft helps farmers by creating videos on best practices
Bangalore Microsoft Research Lab's 'Technology for Emerging Markets' programme is helping 5,000 farmers in Karnataka by producing videos for farmers in Kanakapura on improved farming techniques.
The Times of India |
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