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Images: Streaking star carries a tail of seeds

NASA discovered that a red-giant star rocketing across the universe is leaving a trail of debris that could eventually form new stars, solar systems and even life.NASA scientists are estatic over the discovery of a tail or trail of gas and dust trailing the red giant star Mira as it...

Tags: Mira, tail, wavelength, trail, debris, scientist, shock, NASA

Image galleries 2007-08-16

Photos: Southwest canyon wonders

Canyons in Arizona and Utah offer stunning tableaus. Here, a look at some of the more awe-inspiring scenes.CNET News.com reporter Daniel Terdiman has been traveling through the Southwest for the last three weeks on Road Trip 2007, and much of the last week or so has been spent in Arizona...

Tags: photograph, North Rim, Monument Canyon, Grand Canyon, Canyon, National Park Service, erosion, ruin, thunderstorm, debris, New Mexico, cloud, park, White House, Colorado, attraction, wall, Microsoft Windows

Image galleries 2007-08-09

Large Pores Remedies (exe)

Large pores are simply a genetic problem, but you can temporarily reduce large pores by clearing away dirt and debris. Large pores are often an indication of oily skin. Use one after the other for cleansing and exfoliating the skin. Mix 2 egg whites with a few drops of lemon...

Tags: Skin, Debris

Software downloads 2007-06-29

Photos: Stormy views from Jupiter

Active volcanos, monster storms and debris from Jupiter and its moons were captured by the New Horizons spacecraft.

Tags: Jupiter, debris, spacecraft, moon, photograph

Image galleries 2007-05-01

Photos: Explosive views from Jupiter

Active volcanos, monster storms and captured debris of Jupiter and its moons were captured by the New Horizons spacecraft.

Tags: Jupiter, debris, spacecraft, moon, photograph

Image galleries 2007-05-01

Additional Resources

System Cleaner (exe)

Every day your hard drive gets littered with file fragments and debris you can't see. Unwanted files from daily usage and Internet surfing can build up over time, slowing down your system's performance and leaving a trail of your Web-browsing habits for anyone to see. System Cleaner enables you to...

Tags: Pointstone Software, Internet, Performance Management, Human Resources, Workforce Management

Software downloads 2008-06-19

Google To Get A Lesson in Security, From the Pros

Having just read that Google is taking up residence at Moffett Field, a storied air base in Mountain View that is home to NASA's Ames Research Center, among others, I realized there's a great opportunity for Google to learn a little about high end security, at least the kind that...

Tags: Google Inc., Security, Joshua Greenbaum

Blog posts 2008-06-05

Netcom3 Advanced Registry Cleaner (exe)

Netcom3 Registry Cleaner is the smart choice in quick and easy PC error diagnostics and repairs. Netcom3 Registry Cleaner cleans and repairs unwanted debris left behind by adware and spyware. This registry tool is extremely powerful, yet easy to use, and will keep your computer operating like new.This version is...

Tags: Registry Cleaner, Netcom3, Netcom3 Registry Cleaner, Spyware, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Productivity, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2008-05-16

On owning your own bits

On owning your own bitsIf anyone is interested...Here are the cases I used:http://www.meritline.com/720-cd-dvd-storage-wallet-case.htmlAnd the software:www.invelos.comTotal cost, about $110, and I have room for another 500 or so DVD's before having to worry again.No, its OEM CD's, not CD-R's (although...)OEM CDs that one buys down at the local store are...

Tags: Consumer electronics, physical media, CD-collection, DVD, CD, media, disc

Discussion threads 2008-05-06

Tornado Storm Chaser 3D Screensaver (zip)

I've always wanted to stand on an open plain and watch a real tornado, a big twister, from a safe distance. Not likely, but I can still get a thrill with this Tornado Storm Chaser 3D Screensaver. It's a classic tornado scene. In torrential rain, a tornado funnel swirls towards...

Tags: 3D, Tornado, Pixel Paradox

Software downloads 2008-04-18

Robotic rats will get a sense of touch

An international team composed of robot designers and brain researchers is looking at nature to develop a new generation of robots with active touch sensing abilities. The BIOTACT ('Biomimetic technology for vibrissal active touch') project is developing whiskered robot rats which might help in rescue or search missions under conditions...

Tags: Researcher, Robots, Emerging Technologies, Roland Piquepaille

Blog posts 2008-02-18

Keep your MagSafe power plug clean

Apple's novel magnetic power adapter found on its Intel-based notebooks can keep a mobile Mac from spilling on the floor, but sometimes it needs some attention from users. Apple on Tuesday updated its technical documents on the care and cleaning of MacSafe connector. It's easy to forget...

Tags: Pin, Adapter, Apple Inc., MagSafe, David Morgenstern

Blog posts 2008-01-29

The polycarbonate all-in-one 22" LCD PC

The polycarbonate all-in-one 22" LCD PCNot a belt sanderThis version is way, way better than your wooden version. But wouldn't a random orbital sander work better? Belt sanders are pretty harsh.A very nice project however...I feel this blog is slowly losing relevance to the tech world. I...

Tags: Blogging, PC, LCD, belt sander, polycarbonate

Discussion threads 2008-01-22

Smart PC (exe)

In a few easy steps you can make your PC run faster, cleaner and error-free with the help of a new system tool - Smart PC. The software fixes stubborn errors, cleans-up space-wasting junk and debris making your PC more efficient and reliable. Special features of the new software ensure...

Tags: PC, Desktops, Hardware

Software downloads 2007-12-20

Climate change talks: EU says U.S. is the problem now

Climate change talks: EU says U.S. is the problem nowClimate changeI do not think we could change the climate if we wanted to. The earth has a cycle from warm to cold and this is a natural thing as history teaches.Did the dinosaurs have CO2 emmisions? They lived on a...

Tags: irony, Fishermen, polar cap, carbon dioxide, species

Discussion threads 2007-12-12

Here are 13 tips for using your BlackBerry's camera

 Are you using, or plan to use, the camera in your BlackBerry Curve or Pearl? If so, you might want to check out Cellphone camera tips and techniques, a piece by Boston Globe travel writer not tech writer  John Tlumacki. Although most of...

Tags: Lens, BlackBerry Pearl, RIM BlackBerry, Photograph, Camera, Russell Shaw

Blog posts 2007-12-12

How we landlubbers can help save the oceans

How we landlubbers can help save the oceansTypical egotismYes, puny little mankind can destroy the oceans. What hubris. Are we now officially on part II of the famous Ted Danson, the oceans only have ten years left hysterical rant?RE: How we landlubbers can help save the oceans"Time for them to...

Tags: Benefits, delivery driver, salary

Discussion threads 2007-11-27

Vista SP1 benefit will be stability and reliability, not performance

Vista SP1 benefit will be stability and reliability, not performanceMost peoplewill be more than happy with better stability and reliability at the expense of performance. Not everybody of course, but then again most of those people would be better off looking at the alternatives anyway.Most people aren't looking to shave...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Performance management, benefit, Microsoft Windows Vista, performance, Vista SP1 benefit, Microsoft Windows Vista SP1, Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2007-11-26

Smart PC Demo (exe)

By a few easy steps you can make your PC run faster, cleaner and error-free with the help of a new system tool - Smart PC. The software fixes stubborn errors, cleans-up space-wasting junk and debris making your PC more efficient and reliable. Special features of the new software ensure...

Tags: PC, Desktops, Hardware

Software downloads 2007-11-22

After the California fires: rebuilding green?

There are continuous water shortages in southern California, and a climate that provides lots of sunshine even in the winter. You gotta ask, rebuilding green? It's so obvious a choice that even local TV stations are covering the advantages to solar and other green tech when replacing the...

Tags: California, Greenhouse Gas, Government, Harry Fuller

Blog posts 2007-11-01