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Lenovo applies for a patent for a grip tablet keyboard

(Phys.org) -- With the introduction of the tablet computer, users of such devices have been forced to make some tradeoffs regarding keyboards. Virtually all tablets make use of image display and finger touching ...

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created May 29, 2012 | popularity 3.8 / 5 (4) | comments 2 | with audio podcast weblog

NIST proposes update to digital signature standard

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has announced proposed changes to a standard that specifies how to implement digital signatures, which can be used to ensure the integrity of electronic documents, ...

Technology / Other

created Apr 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Researchers discover new quantum encryption method to foil hackers

A research team led by University of Toronto Professor Hoi-Kwong Lo has found a new quantum encryption method to foil even the most sophisticated hackers. The discovery is outlined in the latest issue of Physical Review Le ...

Physics / Quantum Physics

created Apr 02, 2012 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (10) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Cryptographic attack highlights the importance of bug-free software

A padlocked icon in a web-browser or a URL starting with https provides communication security over the Internet. The icon or URL indicates OpenSSL, a cryptography toolkit implementing the SSL protocol, or a similar system ...

Technology / Software

created Feb 29, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

Flaw found in securing online transactions

Researchers on Wednesday revealed a flaw in the way data is scrambled to protect the privacy of online banking, shopping and other kinds of sensitive exchanges.

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Feb 16, 2012 | popularity 4.4 / 5 (5) | comments 4

New smart e-book system more convenient than paper-based books

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) announced today that its research team headed by Professor Howon Lee from the IT Convergence Research Institute has developed a technology that will ...

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Jan 10, 2012 | popularity 4.1 / 5 (8) | comments 8 | with audio podcast

Swiss scientists prove durability of quantum network

Scientists and engineers have proven the worth of quantum cryptography in telecommunication networks by demonstrating its long-term effectiveness in a real-time network.

Physics / General Physics

created Dec 01, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (5) | comments 2 | with audio podcast

The perfect clone: Researchers hack RFID smartcards

Professional safecrackers use a stethoscope to find the correct combination by listening to the clicks of the lock. Researchers at the Ruhr-University Bochum have now demonstrated how to bypass the security mechanisms of ...

Technology / Engineering

created Nov 03, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

NOAA releases status on Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary marine resources

NOAA scientists have found that pressure from increasing coastal populations, ship and boat groundings, marine debris, poaching, and climate change are critically threatening the health of the Florida Keys ecosystem. Many ...

Space & Earth / Environment

created Oct 21, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Secure updates for navigation systems and company

At the push of a button by the driver, control units download the car manufacturer's new software -- such as enhanced map material for the navigation system. To ensure that this data channel is protected from hacker attack, ...

Technology / Engineering

created Oct 05, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Quantum eavesdropper steals quantum keys

(PhysOrg.com) -- In quantum cryptography, scientists use quantum mechanical effects to encrypt and then communicate confidential information. Although quantum cryptography codes are unbreakable in principle, even the best ...

Physics / Quantum Physics

created Jun 20, 2011 | popularity 4.6 / 5 (11) | comments 10 | with audio podcast report

Making quantum cryptography truly secure

Quantum key distribution (QKD) is an advanced tool for secure computer-based interactions, providing confidential communication between two remote parties by enabling them to construct a shared secret key ...

Physics / Quantum Physics

created Jun 14, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

2 whales found stranded in Fla. Keys are released

(AP) -- Two pilot whales found stranded in the Florida Keys have been released.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created May 08, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Researchers weight safety of quantum cryptology

Scientists in Belgium and Spain have proved for the first time that new systems of quantum cryptology are much safer than current security systems. The study was published in the journal Nature Communications.

Physics / Quantum Physics

created Mar 31, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Can an MP3 hack your car?

(PhysOrg.com) -- The idea that someone can get into your car without your permission isn't a new one. It's about as old as the coat hanger, but that was back in the days when you locks had a pull up button. ...

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Mar 18, 2011 | popularity 3.3 / 5 (3) | comments 6 | with audio podcast weblog