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Yahoo formally launches its ad network

Yahoo on Wednesday formally christened its new ad network, dubbed APT. The ad exchange, which was formally known as AMP!, is aiming to streamline the display ad buying process by boiling planning and optimizing down to a dashboard. The platform is being rolled out in phases with...

Tags: Advertisement, Network, Yahoo! Inc., Ad Network, APT, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2008-09-24

IT Dojo: Common mistakes to avoid when you're installing Linux software

The release of Ubuntu and other user-friendly distributions has bolstered Linux's popularity among IT pros and end-users alike. Yet Linux neophytes can still stumble over common tasks, like installing new software. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler discusses common mistakes people make when they're trying to add new Linux...

Tags: Linux Software, Information Technology, Strategy, UNIX, Operating Systems, Software, Management, TechRepublic Inc., it dojo, linux, bill detwiler, open source, ubuntu, apt, rpm, yum, yumex, operating system

Videos 2008-08-25

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Motorola and Palm; will 2009 be designated as a comeback year?

wrongwell matthew, because you have been wrong consistently about the smartphone market the last few years i would argue they are both doomed, when you like them. the pre doesn't help palm as it should regardless of critical acclaim and motorola will participate in the race to the bottom (margin...

Tags: Smart phones, Cellular phones, Handhelds, Mobile operating systems, RIM OS, Palm Inc., Pre, GSM, Motorola Inc.

Discussion threads 2009-11-04

Windows 7 vs. Ubuntu 9.10 - Strengths and weaknesses

Nice articleIts nice to see a balanced article like this. I consider myself an OS agnostic user as I used Windows for years and tried a Linux Desktop OS like Ubuntu a few times and only recently (last 2 years) has Ubuntu taken over as my primary OS.One of the...

Tags: Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, UNIX, default theme, task bar, Ubuntu, Linux, Microsoft Windows, software, hardware, Microsoft Windows 7

Discussion threads 2009-10-30

Net neutrality: a faster Internet for all

If I pay my ISP for fast speeds, I should get it.If I pay my ISP for fast speeds, I should get it.I do [b]not[/b] want my internet to slow down just because some person on the [b]other[/b] end didn't pay for priority traffic.Net Neutrality had to happen in the...

Tags: Internet service providers (ISPs), Internet Service Provider, Net Neutrality, faster Internet, Toll-Free, population density, Internet

Discussion threads 2009-10-23

Ellison's keynote: Linux, Exadata, the Governator and more

Ellison..claims Exadata 2 is "16 X faster" than IBM's nearest equivalent .....seems kind of apt, now, that they had Roger Daltry along."...Maybe Oracle is only 6 times faster. "they could've ended the proceedings with Daltry singing "Won't Get Fooled Again".

Tags: Linux

Discussion threads 2009-10-15

Psystar Open(Q)

If nothing else, Psystar's OpenQ should serve as a message to Apple that it's long overdue in bringing quad-core CPUs to its mainstream desktops. Because as much as the OpenQ lacks Apple's design polish, this $799, illicitly OS X-based midtower runs circles around Apple's $1,499 24-inch iMac on our benchmarks....

Tags: Apple Mac OS X, PRODUCTIVITY, Desktops, Processors, Psystar, Snow Leopard, Apple Inc.

Product reviews 2009-10-09

Gunnar Optiks Legend eyeglasses reduce eye fatigue; $79

This is not a review, it's a press releaseNot a single line of your review provides anything beyond basic product statistics and parroting of this company's fakey-sounding terminology, for example the "polymer in a 'neoscopic' geometry." Ooh. That must mean something important. Consider my critique as a proprietary "multi-angular tatterization"....

Tags: Monitors & displays, ToyBox blog, Gunnar Optiks Legend

Discussion threads 2009-10-06

IBM, Canonical partner to target Africa netbook market; Upend Microsoft

Their timing is quite goodRight at this moment, the Internet infrastructure in Central Africa is being upgraded with new underwater fiber optic cable links that will ultimately bring Africa's broadband capacity on par with the rest of the world by late 2010. Their timing couldn't be better.Why not red hat...

Tags: OPEN SOURCE, Operating systems, UNIX, IBM Corp., Microsoft Corp., Divide-and-conquer, netbook, Language Support, Debian, Canonical, Red Hat Inc., Linux, Ubuntu

Discussion threads 2009-09-23

Ubuntu reveals plans for Lucid Lynx

Linux distro's = futureLinux distro's have a BRIGHT future since the developers are driving this and the code is superior to ANY closed source proprietary lethargic old software vendor. RE: Ubuntu reveals plans for Lucid LynxSame boring linux distros trying to promise the world but don't deliver. Nothing separates...

Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Linux Distro, Ubuntu, Linux

Discussion threads 2009-09-21

DOJ requests more info on Microsoft-Yahoo search deal

DOJ?Why does DOJ put its nose everywhere. this deal will create a company that will have half the market share as its competitor, let the market and shareholders take the decision.becuase.....why should one company which has 90% of the desk market have the same control over the Internet?It is good...

Tags: INTERNET, Yahoo Search, Exchange 14, Yahoo! Inc., Microsoft Corp., U.S. Department of Justice

Discussion threads 2009-09-11

When you say SPAM, it had better mean canned luncheon meat

My Hovercraft is full of eelsNo, sorry, that was a mistranslation. I meant to say I liked spam as a kid. As an adult older than you the thought of canned meat isn't particularly appealing.Green eggs and ham were always out.My VoteI say we keep using the term "spam"...

Tags: Cyberthreats, First Use, spam, Hormel

Discussion threads 2009-08-23

iPhone is the most popular camera on Flickr

The iPhone camera is continuing to prove to be a photo force to be reckoned with, even against much higher quality DSLR models. According to the Los Angeles Times this week, after months of rising competition with the Canon Rebels XSi and XTi, Canon 40D and...

Tags: Apple iPhone, Flickr, Photograph, Camera, Canon Inc., Smart Phones, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Rachel King

Blog posts 2009-08-20

Browser flaws expose users to man-in-the-middle attacks

RE: Browser flaws expose users to man-in-the-middle attackslynx is safe, whew.I joke, but I swear it's getting to be that way. Apple Safari Well from all of the posters on this site i was lead to think that anything with the made by Apple was bullet proof and no...

Tags: Cyberthreats, Spyware, adware & malware, Operating systems, SECURITY, Viruses and worms, Much Worse, lynx, operating system, malware, Apple Inc., Browser flaw, Apple Macintosh, Macs ARE, attack, Web browser

Discussion threads 2009-08-07

Microsoft's Bing invaded by pharmaceutical scammers

quote"This implies serious security holes in Microsoft?s advertising program"All I can vision here is Homer Simpson slapping forehead and saying "Doh!!"Who'd ever thought, Microsoft and Security holes, who knew. Glad I don't use Bing."Fraud" - Just "Bring it"RE: Microsoft's Bing invaded by pharmaceutical scammersSo the exploit has been found, Microsoft...

Tags: SEARCH, ABMers, Microsoft Corp., Bing, Google Inc., advertisement

Discussion threads 2009-08-07

JayBird Endorphin Rush Athletic Earphones

JayBird first made a name for itself as a Bluetooth company, pushing out a line of stereo headphones with discreet-yet-secure designs that were made with the iPod in mind. So it was both surprising and not when the company elected to move into the wired market with two in-ear models...

Tags: Jaybird

Product reviews 2009-08-07

APT Scheduler 2.40 (Windows)

APT Scheduler allows you to schedule facilities or equipment. Manage conference rooms, classrooms, equipment, or any other type of facility that people may schedule. When managing classes or meetings you can specify a list of attendees. Recurring reservations are supported. You can make and view reservations quickly and easily. Utilization...

Tags: Reservation, Utilization Information, Microsoft Windows, Networking, Operating Systems, Software

Software downloads 2009-08-07

APT Sports Scheduler 2.05 (Windows)

Schedule sports facilities and maintenance. Recurring reservations can be made for individuals or maintenance. Keep track of special information about facities or people. Utilization reports help you track how often facilities are being used.

Tags: Facility, Maintenance, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Software downloads 2009-08-07

Should RadioShack change its name to The Shack?

Should RadioShack change its name to The Shack?I would rename it toRadio ShackRE: Should RadioShack change its name to The Shack?Radio Shack started out in Boston with just 7 stores. They catered to radio amateur operators who bought equipment for their "Ham Shack".This is where the company got it's...

Tags: Advertising & Promotion, Shack, RadioShack Corp., Radio Shack

Discussion threads 2009-08-03

Don't underestimate the power of the electrical power plug in the smart grid

Don't underestimate the power of the electrical power plug in the smart gridPlease read...(Broadband over Power Lines- BPL)Take a look at the following. While net communication over power lines might be useful in high density areas (like a large Apt. Building in a major city) it is not without...

Tags: electrical power plug, smart grid, power plug, grid, powerline

Discussion threads 2009-07-29