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Earthquake early-warning system soon to enter testing
Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Oct 20, 2009 |
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It is the Holy Grail of seismology, sought by earthquake scientists for more than a century: the ability to provide advance warning of the Big One, so the public can react before a massive quake unleashes its rolling thunder ...
Cisco expands again, buying Starent for $2.9B
Oct 13, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Betting on the growing popularity of data-hungry phones like the iPhone, Cisco Systems Inc. said Tuesday it had agreed to pay $2.9 billion for Starent Networks Corp., a maker of equipment for wireless ...
Cisco shines light on dark corners of the Web
Oct 09, 2009 |
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Cisco launched software that shines light on potentially troublesome websites hidden in what the US computer security firm dubbed the "Dark Web."
Global broadband quality improves but UK is lagging
Oct 05, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- A global survey reveals that 62 out of 66 countries analysed had improved their speed of broadband connections since last year, with South Korea coming top of the Broadband Quality Study 2009.
Tech industry takes unlikely lead on reforming executive pay
Oct 02, 2009 |
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Technology companies are hardly the most prominent villains in the ongoing drama over exorbitant executive pay.
An animated penguin boosts kids' math scores
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Oct 01, 2009 |
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California's hottest new math teacher is an animated penguin named JiJi. Yes, it's true. A mute, waddling, tuxedo-clad cartoon figure has been quietly taking over math programs dotting Silicon Valley, dramatically improving ...
Cisco uses cash hoard to buy Norwegian co. for $3B
Oct 01, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Cisco Systems Inc. tapped its immense cash hoard and announced a deal Thursday to buy Norway's Tandberg ASA for $3 billion in a bid to dominate the global market for videoconferencing equipment.
Cisco falls short of its high standards on compensation
Sep 30, 2009 |
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When I think of Silicon Valley companies I admire, Cisco Systems is usually one of the first that comes to mind.
Oracle's Larry Ellison says Sun losing $100 million a month
Sep 25, 2009 |
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Declaring that Sun Microsystems is losing $100 million a month, Oracle CEO Larry Ellison has expressed frustration over an extended European antitrust review that has delayed his plans to acquire the struggling computer maker.
New Sony Blu-Ray Player Integrates Streaming Internet Video
Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets
Sep 10, 2009 |
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Offering the best of full HD 1080p and streaming Internet video, Sony today introduced the BDP-N460 networked Blu-ray Disc player.
Apple CEO Jobs on stage, discusses transplant
Sep 09, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs returned Wednesday to the showman role that has helped define his company leadership, taking the stage for the first time since his medical leave to announce such new products ...
Variables play into how well wireless works
Aug 28, 2009 |
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In a recent column, Dianne Dunlap, a customer support engineer specializing in wireless technology for Cisco Systems, gave a thorough breakdown of how to check whether wireless Internet connectivity problems are due to wireless ...
Cisco wants to better connect entertainers and fans
Aug 21, 2009 |
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In addition to routers and switches, Cisco Systems' business plan now includes Paramore, Trey Songz and Halestorm.
Likely culprits to check when wireless connection crawls
Aug 14, 2009 |
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Q: I have a problem with our Dell laptop computer's wireless connection using Internet Explorer. At various times, the speed drops down to sloth and then stops altogether. At the same time, other computers, a desktop connected ...
Video conferencing allows companies to cut travel plans
Aug 12, 2009 |
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Just a few years ago, Advanced Micro Devices executive Linda Starr racked up a million air miles a year in business travel. Now she logs a mere 100,000 miles per year, thanks to sophisticated video conferencing technology.
