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Electronic Frontier Foundation weighs in on th Google-Verizon Net Neutrality Proposal – Fifth & Main

This is potentially the game-changing issue of the information age. It can seem like tech esoterica, but in this inter-connected world, it’s resolution will touch just about everyone. Electronic Frontier Foundation weighs in on th Google-Verizon Net Neutrality Proposal – Fifth & Main. more…

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Is 3-D a Fad or a Stepping Stone?

It’s all the rage. All the cool studios are doing it. What’s not to like about 3-D movies and TV? Well, a lot, but I just don’t want to be a naysayer. It’s possible that 3-D will stick around this time for it to develop into something still only seen in SF movies. more…

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Roger Ebert: Why I Hate 3-D Movies

I’m with Ebert on this one–on every point. It’s frustrating. There are times I really miss the studio system. Roger Ebert: Why I Hate 3-D Movies – Newsweek.com. more…

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Is Memjet For Real?

It’s been three years since the technology was announced with plans to introduce a product before the end of 2007. With no actual products being released since, Memjet was looking like classic vaporware. All that may be about to change. Is Memjet For Real?. more…

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George Whitesides: A Lab the Size of a Postage Stamp

This is one of those times when you have to applaud innovative thinking. You define the problem. You define the restraints. You try to find an efficient solution. Even better, you can actually do something helpful. George Whitesides: A lab the size of a postage stamp | Video on TED.com. more…

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10 Things Netbooks Still Do Better Than an iPad

For lightweight portable computing, I’m still going with netbooks, for now. 10 Things Netbooks still do better than an iPad | Crave – CNET. more…

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Creating a Robot So Alive You Feel Bad About Switching It Off

Ask many AIBO owners if robots can have emotions. MIT: “Creating a Robot So Alive You Feel Bad About Switching It Off” -A Galaxy Classic. more…

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Top 25 Quotes in Tech – PC World

All your quote are belong to us! Top 25 Quotes in Tech – PC World. more…

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Great NASA Tech Spinoffs Come Down to Earth

NASA has always relied upon extreme engineering to tackle the extreme challenges of space exploration. Much of that engineering has now come back down to Earth in the form of technological applications that touch the lives of millions. via SPACE.com — Great NASA Tech Spinoffs Come Down to Earth. more…

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Was It Easier Being a Kid?

I was watching some children in the neighborhood playing. Some were doing something with a ball. Others (this was weird) were sitting at the curb texting. Now, while I’m happy that they are apparently at least somewhat literate, at least enough for texting, I couldn’t help but wonder if something gets lost? more…

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