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From facts on Google-retrieved Web pages to historical graphs

A newly published Google Patent application entitled "Displaying Facts On A Linear Graph" appears to explain a method for extracting factual information from web pages retrieved via Google searches, and then organizing that info into tabular forms.So why would this technology be advantageous? A good argument for this is right...

Tags: Bill Clinton, Graph, User Interface, Timeline, Query, Module, Data, Collection, Fact, Information, Attribute, Icon, User, Object, Presentation Engine, Collection Module, Russell Shaw

Blog posts 2007-08-03

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Mystery solved: Apple's new product is iTablet (updated)

Previously I speculated about the mysterious "product transition" that Apple's Peter Oppenheimer CFO mentioned no less than seven times in the Q3 2008 Earnings conference call with analysts. Some of his quotes from the call: We are working to develop new products that contains technologies...

Tags: Apple Inc., Tablets, Notebooks, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Jason D. O\'Grady

Blog posts 2008-07-25

Pepsi Bottling makes big green tech recycling commitment

Mammoth beverage manufacturer Pepsi Bottling is turning to Redemtech to develop a strategy in the United States and Canada for handling its e-waste, either through recycling or reuse. Under the deal, Redemtech has been tasked with the following: - Dispose of electronic assets. For perspective,...

Tags: Green Technology, PepsiCo, E-waste, Heather Clancy

Blog posts 2008-07-25

Heap-based buffer overflow reported in RealNetworks RealPlayer

Update 07/25/2008: Aaron Portnoy of TippingPoint's security research group was kind enough to point out that I'm actually not affected by this, since I've installed the newest version of RealPlayer.  From Aaron's email: Notice the Secunia advisory states it affects RealPlayer 10.5... the latest is 11.x, which now uses...

Tags: Vulnerability, RealNetworks Inc., Buffer-overflow, RealNetworks RealPlayer, Secunia Research, Vendor, Digital Music, Digital Media, Personal Technology, Consumer Electronics, Nathan McFeters

Blog posts 2008-07-25

Kaminsky suggests long-term fix will still have to be determined, but patch now, or pay soon

I listened to the Black Hat webcast today to grab as much info as I could on this subject. The biggest thing that I heard from the whole talk is that the patch fixes things to a reasonable point, but that long-term, there will have to be more work...

Tags: CERT, DNS Server, Server, Kaminsky, Dan, Patches, Domain Names, Security, Internet, Nathan McFeters

Blog posts 2008-07-24

Microsoft to get more 'Apple-like' in PC, phone space

Microsoft to get more 'Apple-like' in PC, phone spaceMicrosoft Store in the works...My rep told me Microsoft is looking into significant retail space in higher end upscale shopping malls. In the mock-up of the store, boxes of Vista and Office 2007 were kept under lock and key. Customers will be...

Tags: Desktops, Microsoft Corp., Apple Inc., PC phone, PC, phone

Discussion threads 2008-07-24

Researchers borrow from Google PageRank for network defense service

Using a link analysis algorithm similar to Google PageRank, researchers at the SANS Institute and SRI International have created a new Internet network defense service that completely revamps the way network blacklists are formulated and distributed. The service, called Highly Predictive Blacklisting (.pdf), will be unveiled next...

Tags: Google PageRank, Attacker, Network, DShield, Highly Predictive Blacklist, Internet, Networking, Security, Ryan Naraine

Blog posts 2008-07-23

Delivering nada. Zip. Zilcho. Zero.

Delivering nada. Zip. Zilcho. Zero.Sub-Contractor High-FiveANY subcontractor who can get millions out of a company and deliver nothing gets my applause.. do you realize how hard it is to keep taking money when you're not really doing anything viable?Maybe Im just twisted, but this speaks a lot more to me...

Tags: FUBAR, sincerity

Discussion threads 2008-07-23

Cricut Projects Screen Saver (exe)

A wonderful collection of Cricut inspired scrapbooking projects from talented scrap addicts presented by http://BuyCricutCartridges.Com. If you wish to have your project and Website featured on this screensaver please visit http://BuyCricutCartridges.Com. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

Tags: Screensaver, BuyCricutCartridges

Software downloads 2008-07-23

The evolution of search over traditional BI

The evolution of search over traditional BIIT / Operations Search and BIAh yes, the "democratization" of IT and data analysis. I think that it’s clear that the borders between search and BI are blurring and that business decision makers across every organization want instant access to the data that they...

Tags: Pricing, Tools & Techniques, Databases, SEARCH, cloud computing, business intelligence

Discussion threads 2008-07-22

Saying that Windows "Workstation" 2008 is faster than Vista doesn't make it so

Saying that Windows "Workstation" 2008 is faster than Vista doesn't make it soPar for the course wrt anti-Vista bashers.They believe that repeating something ad nauseum will somehow make it true.Journalism or Rant?I'm afraid you've followed suit rather than taking the high road on this issue. By even responding to...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista, RAM, workstation, Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2008-07-22

Open Source VoIP: Asterisk or FreeSwitch?

When the time came for a new PBX, Brian Snipes chose to do something a bit unconventional. The IT manager at law firm Hare, Wynn, Newell, and Newton LLP didn't purchase a commercial PBX, nor did he settle on the open source market leader,...

Tags: Phone, PBX, Attorney, FreeSwitch, Asterisk, Telephony, VOIP, Open Source, Telecom & Utilities, Networking, Telecommunications, Dave Greenfield

Blog posts 2008-07-22

Zuora: the future business model?

I recently caught up with Tien Tzou, CEO of Zuora, the billing management company that offers Z-billings, an on-demand service. In his opinion, the business model of the future will be subscription based and this brings challenges of its own. "Pricing is a much more complex...

Tags: Salesforce.com Inc., Billing, Dennis Howlett

Blog posts 2008-07-22

MAGIX Audio Cleaning Lab 14 (exe)

Digital perfection for all recordings with the most-sold music-restoration software in the world! With MAGIX Audio Cleaning Lab 2008, you can transfer your favorite records, tapes, and all other audio media in perfect quality onto CD and DVD! With just one click, you can remove distortions, clicks, and crackling. Your...

Tags: Audio, CD, Video, MAGIX Entertainment, Corporate Communications, DVD, Consumer Electronics, Marketing, Personal Technology, Home Entertainment

Software downloads 2008-07-22

Freebking Lake Screensaver (zip)

A collection of beautiful, high-resolution pictures of lakes. This screensaver features smooth transitions, high-quality pictures, and spectacular lakes. Easy to install and uninstall. Full functionality during the trial period. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

Tags: Lake, Screensaver, Freebking

Software downloads 2008-07-22

Yahoo, Icahn settle proxy fight: Assessing winners and losers

Updated below: Yahoo and billionaire investor Carl Icahn have settled their looming proxy war. According to a statement Monday, Yahoo's board of directors will be expanded to 11 members and one of those seats will go to Icahn. The two remaining seats will be filled based on...

Tags: Board, Yahoo! Inc., Carl Icahn, Corporate Governance, Business Operations, Corporate Law, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2008-07-21

NebuAd: Galileo or pariah?

So, it would seem we have found the outer limits of user tracking and ad-serving. At a House hearing yesterday, NebuAd ran into universal condemnation for its plans to monitor broadband customers' web visits and deliver targeting advertising, reports News.com's Declan McCullagh. Contemptible. Goes against everything...

Tags: Web, Advertisement, Cable Company, Internet Service Provider, Notice, NebuAd, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), Cable, Channel Management, Network Technology, Internet, Telecommunications, Personal Technology, Marketing, Networking, Richard Koman

Blog posts 2008-07-18

TechRepublic Resource Pack: Taking Another Look at CRM

If you're considering a CRM implementation, download this free resource pack that will give you the tools you need to determine the best CRM solution for your business. This collection of white papers explain how CRM tools can help you more rapidly respond to your customers' changing needs. Download the...

Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Inside CRM, CRM, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Advertising & Promotion, Enterprise Software, Software, Marketing

Resource centers 2008-07-18

Risingware Exp+ (msi)

Risingware Exp+ breaks new ground by integrating many software into one--a comprehensive file management system, a collection of assorted tools and an easy-to-use internet browser. To boost the efficiency, it includes features like multiple tabs, dual-window mode, magical drag and drop, floating navigation window. Besides, Exp+ File Manager includes file...

Tags: Batch File, Tool, Risingware, Productivity

Software downloads 2008-07-18

MegaSeg DJ (html)

MegaSeg is the mobile DJ and radio station automation solution for Professional MP3 and QuickTime mixing and programming. You can now organize your MP3 music collection or nearly any QuickTime supported file format, and segue between songs (cross-fade or beatmix) without using any extra mixing equipment. Organize and find your...

Tags: HTML, Apple QuickTime, Fidelity Investments, Radio, MegaSeg, Digital Music, Digital Media, Advertising & Promotion, Personal Technology, Consumer Electronics, Marketing

Software downloads 2008-07-18