Racetrack Memory -- Computer Memory That's 100,000 Times Faster Than Today's -- May Arrive in 5-7 Years

Using a nickel-iron nanowire, says scientists, we may soon have computers that boot up instantly, use less energy, and run much, much faster.

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The Body-to-Body Network: Where You, Personally, Become Part of the Internet

By using wearable sensors, you might become part of a new mobile internet network. Or so scientists envision.

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When Bad OEM Software Happens to Good Slide/Negative Scanner Hardware

I like the Plustek OpticFilm 7600i SE scanner. Just wish the software had a better UI.

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Drupal's Dries Buytaert on Building the Next Drupal

Esther Schindler spoke with Drupal's creator about new features in the popular content management system and the tradeoffs of innovation.

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A Few Resources for Women in Open Source

Want to encourage more women to get involved -- including yourself? These links might help.

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How to Write a Client Proposal

You want the computer consulting gig, but the client wants a written proposal first. What do you SAY?

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Insisting on FOSS Doesn't Mean Annoying Others

One rule of successful tech evangelism: don't shove it in others' faces.

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Convincing the Boss to Accept FOSS

Wish your company would adopt an open source app? These 7 tips might help you sell it to management.

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If the comments are ugly, the code is ugly

Harsh words, I know, but I've come to believe it's true.

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Open Source Changes the Software Acquisition Process

The option for FOSS affects business application choice--for more than dollar reasons.

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