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Gross conclusions come from gross statistics

Gross conclusions come from gross statisticsLet's try this on for "size".Mechanics who use only metric tools are better than mechanics who don't because the metric mechanic's cars last longer than the non-metric mechanics cars.Chicken is better than red meat? Maybe if the chicken is organically grown by a farmer...

Tags: Test Strip, diabetes, A1C, Type 2 diabete

Discussion threads 2009-03-30

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Will OpenSolaris survive Oracle?

We can only hope so! It would make a much better back end than what linux has to offer. Solaris has always been a solid performer and is a real UNIX, not some hacked up clone like linux. The best option for Oracle would be to ditch linux...

Tags: UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Linux, Sun Solaris, Oracle Corp., OpenSolaris, Open Solaris

Discussion threads 2009-10-27

InterMapper 5.1.6 (Windows)

With InterMapper, network managers get complete visibility of their network, no matter how small and centralized or large and distributed. Live maps give a visual, real-time view of traffic flows through and between network elements and links. Status Windows and Strip Charts provide easy access to critical network data (traffic,...

Tags: Network, Microsoft Windows, Dartware, Networking

Software downloads 2009-10-22

How the cordless Powermat charging system took my iPod touch hostage [review]

Unnecessary..... POS if you ask me!Cordless charging will work only whenit will be standardized and built into the various devices.what about solar-charging wireless?i've heard it was on the drawing boards...has anyone refined this 'green tech' to the point where it can be relied on?Oh, well... The transformer is such an...

Tags: Smart phones, hostage, iPod touch hostage, cordless Powermat, Powermat, Apple iPod Touch, Apple iPod, phone

Discussion threads 2009-10-16

VA now loves its VistA software

In a VA hospital recently and watched VistA at workThe VA hospital in Omaha Nebraska handles about ten times the load of a normal hospital and every single bit of the load is possible because of their software. My sister had a big glitch show up in her medical...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), HEALTHCARE, Vista Software, Yes Vista, VA Hospital, MUMPS, hospital, Microsoft Windows Vista

Discussion threads 2009-10-15

ZT Affinity 7334Ma (Phenom 2 X4 945 3GHz, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, Vista Home Premium 64-bit)

Apparently, ZT Systems didn't get our memo asking for a complete redesign of its Affinity series desktop computers. Earlier this year, we bemoaned the blase styling of the Affinity 7308Ma, and although this new $800 Affinity 7334Ma looks just as generic, it still offers a robust set of components including...

Tags: Blu-ray, DVD, Consumer electronics, Netbooks, nettops & MIDs, Desktops, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, 64-bit, RAM, Microsoft Windows Vista, ZT Systems, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II

Product reviews 2009-10-07

proofSIGN 1.9.2 (Mac)

When adding a new standard, proofSIGN uses the ICC profile description to name the target. This is now editable. New Windows Installer adds the charts and manual to the Programs menu. [FIXES] Better filename validation for added standards. Small cosmetic changes to the preferences window location, and the...

Tags: Apple Macintosh, Adobe PDF, Window, Proof, ISO, Bodoni Systems, proofSIGN 1.9.2, Iso standards, Process Improvement, Construction, Printers, Quality, Business Operations, Hardware, Peripherals

Software downloads 2009-10-07

Panasonic TC-P54G10

Photo gallery: Panasonic TC-P54G10For some people, a 50-inch HDTV just isn't big enough. Panasonic created its new 54-inch screen size, represented here by the TC-P54G10, for just those kinds of people. This set competes directly against the new 55-inch LCD size for your big-screen consideration, and occupies a...

Tags: Panasonic TC-P54G10, Panasonic, G10

Product reviews 2009-09-17

Planet Android and the terrible twos

Re: Planet AndroidAs a programmer, I am more interested in what is going on with the actual OS than ads for it. For example, I would like to know how to place android on a phone that does not have it, or get the actual Android os on a...

Tags: Blogging, RSS, advertisement

Discussion threads 2009-09-03

Google seeks OEMs for Chrome browser; Sony signs on

RE: Google seeks OEMs for Chrome browser; Sony signs onThis is the worst possible combination ever. You have both companies who are known privacy rights violators combining forces to strip your PC of any confidential data you might have. Sony is going to love putting rootkits on the PC,...

Tags: Web browsers, Operating systems, Chrome, Google Inc., Web browser, operating system, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Sony Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-09-01

Bing: Decision engine = shopping engine

Bing is also better at medical searchesTry searching for "sciatica" on Google vs Bing. The Bing results are better laid out and categorized:http://www.bing-vs-google.com/?q=sciatica It's also great for weather and maps......although I still like Google Maps UI a little better with being able to change the course for directions by dragging...

Tags: Thurrott, MS marketing, Bing, Apple Inc., Google Inc.

Discussion threads 2009-08-31

The First Amendment rights of anonymous defamers

Photo posted on 'Skanks of NYC' blog Yesterday I wrote that a Manhattan federal judge has ordered Google to tell supermodel Liskula Cohen the identity of the blogger behind the "Skanks of NYC" blog, which brands Cohen "a psychotic, lying, whoring, still going to clubs at her...

Tags: Defamation, First Amendment, Cahill, Courts, D.C. Case, Internet, Richard Koman

Blog posts 2009-08-20

2010 Chevrolet Camaro

Photo gallery:2010 Chevrolet Camaro LT Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger, and now the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro: this holy trinity of retro muscle cars is now complete. Each car, being iconic in its own way, will have its own set of fanatical adherents regardless of how well it drives or what tech...

Tags: Chevrolet Camaro, OnStar, Chevrolet

Product reviews 2009-08-18

Sony Vaio VGN-NW125J/T

Editors' note: This review is part of our Back-to-school 2009 Retail Laptop Roundup, covering specific new configurations of popular laptops that can be found in retail stores. It won't be the lightest laptop on campus this fall, and it may not fit into every knapsack or laptop bag, but...

Tags: Notebooks, Desktops, software bundle, laptop computer, Sony Vaio, Sony Corp.

Product reviews 2009-08-07

Epson Stylus NX515 (printer/copier/scanner)

The Epson Stylus NX515 All-in-One printer represents a sweet spot for vendors. The $150 price tag seems to be just the amount of money folks are willing to spend on a printer for intermittent use, either at work or in the home. However, just because the machine might not get...

Tags: Printers, printer, Epson, output tray, control panel

Product reviews 2009-07-21

2010 Toyota Prius

Photo gallery:2010 Toyota PriusAfter the success of its predecessor, the advent of the 2010 Toyota Prius created a lot of expectations. But instead of incorporating sought-after features such as a lithium ion battery pack or plug-in capability, Toyota opted for incremental changes, tweaking the power train to get more power...

Tags: Toyota Prius, Toyota Motor Corp.

Product reviews 2009-07-07

UN-SCAN-IT 5.2 (Mac)

From the developer: ""The UN-SCAN-IT software allows you to automatically convert scanned graphs to (x,y) data at Full Scanner Resolution! UN-SCAN-IT works with any full page scanner, hand scanner, or other image input device to digitize strip charts, instrumental output, old graphs, published graphs, etc. In addition to the many...

Tags: Graph, Apple Macintosh, Silk Scientific, Scanners, Hardware, Peripherals

Software downloads 2009-07-06

Do security and privacy make health IT reform impossible?

Do security and privacy make health IT reform impossible?The first step is to be simple.I just had gall bladder surgery last Wednesday and came fact to fact with IT again.First there was a need to review my information on file - which should be simple as I had a heart...

Tags: Insurance, HEALTHCARE, security, health-IT, privacy

Discussion threads 2009-06-29

Obama military deference threatens health reform

Obama military deference threatens health reformWhen you see the examplesthe VA, Medicare, MedicaidDoes anybody believe the government can manage universal health care?Oh please.... we implemented an EHR system that uses both.. in 6 months.They use MySQL backend, web standards for communication and some closed source for a front end.They are...

Tags: Vertical industries, HEALTHCARE, Benefits, health care, Medicare, government

Discussion threads 2009-06-11

LG 55LH55

Photo gallery: LG LH55 seriesAt CES this year, LG made a big deal out of its 240Hz technology, claiming it bested similar blur-busting tech from other LCD makers. The LH55 series represents the company's least-expensive HDTV equipped with a 240Hz refresh rate, and when it comes to that...

Tags: LH55 series, LG LH55, LG Electronics Inc.

Product reviews 2009-06-03