Harvard scientists have solved the puzzle of how to generate a special form of wave in small electronic devices, allowing the electrical equivalent of the pulses of light that carry signals through optical cables.
General Physics
May 1, 2006
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373
In an effort to attract subscribers, Napster will offer a new service allowing music fans to listen to over 2 million tracks up to fives times each for free.
Internet
May 1, 2006
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82
One of the largest and most anticipated U.S. science construction projects of the past several decades has passed its most significant performance test. The Department of Energy's Spallation Neutron Source, located at Oak ...
General Physics
May 1, 2006
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143
NASA Astronaut Eileen Collins, the first woman to command a space shuttle, has announced her retirement.
Space Exploration
May 1, 2006
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141
Machines can respond to simple electronic commands such as "stop," "start" and "grind," but they are not very good at figuring out complex orders or unstated common sense.
Software
May 1, 2006
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86
Computer forensics graduates have been in high demand since the field first appeared and now the demand is growing even larger.
Other
May 1, 2006
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166
A promotional offering by Ireland's Smart Telecom of free Voice over Internet Protocol calls has been withdrawn due to excessive interest.
Telecom
May 1, 2006
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76
New Zealand's communications minister has extended the deadline for comment on plans to regulate termination rates for wireless phones.
Telecom
May 1, 2006
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51
A cell-phone service will allow families to keep better track of their children.
Telecom
May 1, 2006
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91
Computer-security professionals at the weekend were working on what is being described as a just-emerging IT problem -- the kind which, if the pros are correct, potentially could imperil all e-commerce across the globe. Hackers ...
Internet
May 1, 2006
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