Posted in Technology on Jan 10th, 2010 No Comments »
[over9k] used his Arduino to set up a laser trip wire. The laser is mounted along side the Arduino, reflects off of a mirror, and shines on a photoresistor that interfaces via a voltage divider. The signal from the voltage divider is monitored for a change when the laser beam is broken. [over9k] set things [...]
Posted in Technology on Jan 10th, 2010 No Comments »
You know it’s getting a bit ridiculous when hardware that hasn’t hit the streets is being rooted. That’s exactly what has happened, root access can now be achieved on the Nexus One. [Paul] found an exploit and packaged it nicely so that anyone can do it. We do wish he had shared the details of [...]
Posted in Technology on Nov 22nd, 2009 No Comments »
Google’s Chrome OS has been little more than a wordy concept. Now, finally, we truly know what it is, what it looks like, and how it works. Here’s the breakdown:
Posted in News, Technology on Sep 22nd, 2009 No Comments »
As promised, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Julius Genachowski today gave a speech in which he offered up two fresh principles of net neutrality he would like to see addressed in the National Broadband Plan.
Posted in Technology on Sep 18th, 2009 No Comments »
Microsoft via Digital River offers qualifying U.S. college students downloads of Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade or Microsoft Windows 7 Professional Upgrade for $29.99. (Students can order a CD for $13.) Click here for a complete list eligibility requirements including a list of qualifying educational institutions. Limit one license per student. Deal ends January [...]
