Reldata adds SAS integrated storage system for iSCSI, NAS Oct 29, 2008
The system's software includes an upgraded version of the Relvos virtualization operating system, adaptive storage wizards and Relbot task automation ... The Reldata 9240's adaptive storage wizards use point-and-click menus for connecting and virtualizing disks, assigning iSCSI storage for applications, assigning NAS for users, and managing data protection features ... However, Woo added that its unique features, such as the adaptive wizards and Relbot automation, could help it compete in the... (Search Storage)
Cisco warns of security appliance flaws Oct 28, 2008
Cisco Systems Inc. warned of multiple flaws in its ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliances and PIX Security Appliances that could be used by an attacker to bypass security controls and gain access to critical systems ... Cisco Systems Inc. warned of multiple flaws in its ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliances and PIX Security Appliances that could be used by an attacker to bypass security controls and gain access to critical systems. (Search Security, MA)
Beat the downturn with Adaptive Planning's Recession Survival Kit Oct 25, 2008
Where most software companies are content to publish whitepapers telling customers and prospects how to survive in the downturn, online software provider Adaptive Planning has launched a recession-busting planning/budgeting kit ... Adaptive's Recession Survival Kit is a bundled 10-seat package for the company's Enterprise edition priced at 5,000 for the first six months ... The Recession Kit package will include the full software but 7-day configuration sequence will deal with on immediate... (Accounting Web, UK)
Air Force Invests $12 Million in Research Oct 23, 2008
Air Force officials invest $12 million in research program (DOD DefenseLINK)
MORE WHITEPAPERS, EBOOKS, AND ARTICLES Oct 22, 2008
IT Service Management (ITSM) is a proven and effective framework for helping IT organizations become more adaptive, flexible, cost effective, and service oriented. Sponsored by HPThermal Zone Mapping (TZM) is a visualization tool developed to present in graphical format high level thermal metrics developed by HP and targeted for use as part of the HP Data Center Thermal Assessment service. (IntranetJournal)
Architects SMWM and Perkins+Will to merge Oct 20, 2008
For Perkins + Will, SMWM brings expertise in adaptive reuse as well as urban design and planning. SMWM has major urban planning projects New York, Washington, D.C., Boston, Los Angeles and San Diego in addition to San Francisco where the firm continues to develop urban design strategies for more than 2000 acres of the City and a dozen waterfront sites from Mission Bay and Treasure Island to the Presidio and Mission Rock at Seawall 337. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Handsets to become crime targets Oct 18, 2008
The growth of mobile spam and viruses has been reminiscent of the early days of PC spam and scam, says Simeon Coney of Adaptive Mobile, a firm that tracks malware and provides security software for mobile firms ... " People should start to exercise that same caution with their mobile devices that they do today on their PC Simeon Coney, Adaptive Mobile Adaptive Mobile has identified one particular virus called Beselo that spreads via MMS or by searching for nearby Bluetooth devices - a true... (BBC News)
Obama campaign brings ads to video games Oct 16, 2008
Eric Horvitz, manager of the Adaptive Systems group at Microsoft, says "about a quarter of all Microsoft research is focused on AI efforts." Microsoft Research includes close to 1,000 Ph. D level researchers spread across eight campuses around the world, and a completely open research and publication environment. (Salon)
QLogic Stackable 8Gb Fibre Channel Switches Shipping From Sun Microsystems Oct 15, 2008
The switch further reduces costs with phased ``pay-as-you-grow'' pricing, adaptive trunking, easy on-board management, and the most cost-effective advanced software plan. About QLogic. (Primezone Releases)
President Bush signs into law new "Pro-IP" bill Oct 15, 2008
" The winner, , created by Fred Roberts of Artificial Solutions in Germany, came the closest that anyone has so far. His chatbot fooled three of the 12 judges, or 25 percent. That's just shy of the Turing threshold. I poked around some of the recent articles and research about artificial intelligence and found this gem from a piece in from a few months ago: Eric Horvitz, manager of the Adaptive Systems group at Microsoft, says "about a quarter of all Microsoft research is focused on AI efforts.... (Salon)
German chatbot almost passes the Turing Test Oct 14, 2008
Eric Horvitz, manager of the Adaptive Systems group at Microsoft, says about a quarter of all Microsoft research is focused on AI efforts. Microsoft Research includes close to 1,000 Ph. (Salon)
iCHECK(R) for Autodesk(R) Inventor(R) Identifies Problems -- 35 Percent Sooner Oct 10, 2008
Three simple, everyday examples include; navigation of existing sketches that are not fully constrained, working with assemblies with adaptive features turned ON, and manipulating drawings that contain override dimensions. In each case the designer's productivity can be compromised by unrecognized problems or deviations from standards, but with iCHECK, each of conditions can be verified with minimal user interaction and can be solved in just a few seconds. (PR Newswire)
Silver lining Oct 10, 2008
They have much to offer and teach about effective, adaptive conservation methods, and they are waiting only to be asked. C. Sirica, Northport, NY. (BBC News -- Science)
NBA 2K9 Now Available Oct 8, 2008
NBA 2K9 provides unmatched attention to detail this season with even more signature style animations, deeper franchise mode, adaptive AI for smarter gameplay, and innovative online features including Team Up for true online 5-on-5 matches, and Living Rosters for the most up-to-date player ratings and tendencies to bring the game to life like never before. "Without question, NBA 2K9 is the most complete and realistic basketball simulation experience we have delivered to date," said Greg Thomas,... (IGN PS2)
User or loser Oct 8, 2008
2m telescope in Chile using new "adaptive optics", and learned that Superstruct, the Institute for the Future's "massively multiplayer forecasting game", has just gone live. I signed up straight away. (BBC News -- Technology)
Microsoft: Spatial computing the future Oct 3, 2008
Spatial computing: Humanistic, adaptive, immersive ... The next computing evolution, he said, will be defined by and parallel programming; it will be context-aware, model-based, personalized, humanistic, adaptive, immersive, 3-D and it will use speech, vision and gestures ... Spatial computing: Humanistic, adaptive, immersive. (SearchCIO.com)
Personal Tech Oct 3, 2008
The new Lexus LX is filled with technology from adaptive variable suspension to all-around parking camera system. A new service will offer unlimited calling over a home VoIP line for $10 per month. (CNN -- Money / Personal Finance)
New vision for computing in Africa Oct 3, 2008
After shipping more than 120,000 refurbished PCs to the developing world, Computer Aid now wants its kit to be usable by all - so, working alongside local experts, it is testing out adaptive technologies ... Computer Aid can refurbish a used PC for around $60 (39) but the adaptive software can retail for 40 times that amount. (BBC News -- Technology)
Oracle eyes portal improvements Sep 24, 2008
Also featured in the 10g R3 product are improvements to adaptive layouts and the UI. "It's really a release designed to come out with Oracle branding, [the] Oracle look and feel," Gandhi said. The fall release also supports Java Development Kit 1. (InfoWorld)
Agilent bundles Matlab with its signal analyzers Sep 24, 2008
Provides filter design methods including FIR, IIR, adaptive, and multi-rate. Also provides GUIs, plots, and command-line functions for designing, analyzing, and visualizing networks of radio frequency (RF) components. (EETimes)
New KODAK EXPRESS Experiential Store Design Helps Photo Specialty Stores Worldwide Become Consumers' Photo Destination Sep 23, 2008
This software, as well as KODAK Adaptive Picture Exchange (APEX), illustrates the ways in which Kodak frees retailers from behind the computer to spend more time engaging with consumers. In addition, earlier this year Kodak introduced a new marketing support methodology, located on the KodakExpress. (PR Newswire)
Kodak Dry Lab Installations #1 in Europe Sep 23, 2008
COLOGNE, Germany, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Eastman Kodak's award-winning KODAK Adaptive Picture Exchange (APEX), a powerful modular, thermal dry lab system, has quickly become the most widely adopted new dry lab system in Europe according to FutureSource Consulting ... "When we first conceived the Adaptive Picture Exchange, we knew retailers would need a digital printing solution that helps provide dramatic profitability improvements while minimizing capital expenditure and risk, in... (PR Newswire)
Controlling Light With Sound Sep 23, 2008
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have designed and tested an adaptive liquid lens that captures 250 pictures per second and requires considerably less energy to operate than competing technologies. The lens is made up of a pair of water droplets, which vibrate back and forth upon exposure to a high-frequency sound, and in turn change the focus of the lens. (Science Daily)
Adaptive Technologies Inc. Sep 23, 2008
Adaptive Technologies inks deal for automated direct marketing - Phoenix Business Journal ... Adaptive Technologies inks deal for automated direct marketing. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
New Bluetooth System Helps Blind Pedestrians Sep 22, 2008
"Blind people can get from point A to point B. They learn to count steps if they have to, but they miss the journey because they don't always know what they're passing. The idea behind Talking Points is to enhance the journey," said James Knox, adaptive technology coordinator for the University's Information Technology Central Services and one of the system's developers. "Talking Points can be viewed as a first step in the direction of an audio virtual reality designed for people with blindness... (RedOrbit)
Trango Showcases ETSI Certified Wireless Backhaul Solution in Berlin, Germany and Chicago, IL Sep 18, 2008
The all-outdoor Ethernet-native , delivers up to 366 Mbps of full duplex bandwidth (730+ Mbps aggregate) and has several exclusive features including Hitless Adaptive Modulation, optical fiber interface, real-time RSSI digital LED display, and support for hot standby 1+1 link protection with Rapid Port Shutdown (RPS). The split-architecture , TrangoLINK Giga, delivers up to 310+ Mbps of full duplex bandwidth (620+ Mbps aggregate) and is both Ethernet-native and TDM-native featuring four Gigabit... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
HP Rolls Out One-Box Shopping for Midsize Businesses Sep 17, 2008
The HP Adaptive Infrastructure in a Box for Midsize Businesses is a suite of products that combines the hardware, management and IT support components you need to overhaul your existing back-end server and storage architecture or to equip branch offices. Encompassing servers, storage, management, automation, power and cooling technologies and security aspects, the Adaptive Infrastructure is designed for businesses that have limited budgets and IT resources ... To keep the cost down and to make... (SmallBusinessComputing)
Exoplanet circles 'normal star' Sep 16, 2008
Page last updated at 18:13 GMT, Monday, 15 September 2008 19:13 UK. Exoplanet circles 'normal star. (BBC News)
Better Health Through Your Cell Phone Sep 16, 2008
This new cell classification scheme has been termed "multicolor LUCAS." As the team illustrated, further improvement in image quality can also be achieved through the use of adaptive digital filtering. As result of these upgrades, the volume of the sample solution that can be imaged has been increased, as mentioned, from less than 0. (Science Daily)
HP boxes up storage, servers to help SMBs Sep 16, 2008
The HP Adaptive Infrastructure in a Box for Midsize Businesses bundle is aimed at companies with between 100 employees and 999 employees ... Chace said HP briefed him on its Adaptive Infrastructure in a Box, and "I liked the management and implementation aspects. I don't think it's cheap, but I find that you often get what you pay for -- I have generally opted for HP servers and products because they are extremely reliable." ... The HP Adaptive Infrastructure in a Box for Midsize Businesses... (Search Storage)
Enabling devices go hi-tech Sep 13, 2008
Assistive technology uses assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices to help the differently abled perform tasks they were unable to accomplish or had great difficulty doing. It is useful for those with cerebral palsy or physical disabilities, cognitive disability or mental retardation, autism spectrum disorders, speech and learning disabilities and also for children and adults with emotional and behavioural problems. (Times of India)
Motorola Introduces Adaptive Media Management to Accelerate Delivery of Next Generation On Demand Experiences Sep 12, 2008
New hybrid solid-state server technology and content distribution software enable Video Service Providers to better meet consumer demands as viewing habits shift from 'primetime to my time' AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Sept. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- International Broadcast Conference (IBC) -- Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: ) today announced enhancements to its on demand portfolio that leverage adaptive media management (AMM) ... "Our adaptive media management approach allows them to optimize the cost of... (PR Newswire)
Talia Launches iDirect DVB-S2/ACM Network to Expand Broadband Service Over Europe, Middle East and Africa Sep 12, 2008
Sept. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- VT iDirect, Inc. (iDirect), a company of VT Systems Inc (VT Systems), today announced that Talia, a leading UK-based provider of satellite broadband services, has launched a next-generation broadband IP network built on iDirect's Evolution DVB-S2 product line with Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM). The network incorporates 500 Evolution X3 Satellite Remote Routers and represents the largest iDirect Evolution implementation spanning Europe, the Middle East and Africa. (PR Newswire)
Amazon launches video on demand service Sep 6, 2008
"Amazon has proven that it is very interested in the digital video distribution market, so we're expecting a major push behind Video On Demand and an adaptive strategy to make it an appealing service.". Liz Gannes, a blogger with NewTeeVee, added that the service from iTunes, Hulu and. (Computerworld)
Terria welcomes NBN deadline Sep 5, 2008
Today's topic: how enterprises are starting to shift away from simply controlling security via server logins, firewalls and moving to more adaptive security frameworks. . (Computerworld Australia)
Cogswell Polytechnical College Hosts Silicon Valley IGDA Event September 24 Sep 4, 2008
Simon Amarasingham of dSonic presents an adaptive music demo with Unreal Tournament ... Kurt Larson of Slipgate Ironworks presents the Generative Adaptive Music System (GAMS) for MMO's. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dashing Computer Interface To Control Your Car Sep 3, 2008
AIDE was set up to tackle this potential problem by developing an Adaptive, Integrated Driver-vehicle interface, or AIDE. The AIDE system provides a clearinghouse for all of the systems operating in a car and to interact with the driver. This central intelligence can prioritise and emphasise the most important and urgent information based on the driver s state and current driving conditions, and it can put all other non-essential alerts on hold. (Science Daily)
TrafficCast names new CEO Sep 3, 2008
He most recently served as executive vice president of strategic marketing and next-generation products at ISCO International, a supplier of software-based, adaptive filtering products for the wireless industry. TrafficCast International views the mobile industry as one of the most promising emerging markets for its real-time traffic information. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
A legendary game fumbles the ball Aug 30, 2008
It has been noted more than a few times already, but there is no escaping it: The eponymous star looks like Obi Wan Kenobi as projected by a trash-can-shaped droid in Star Wars, and he is about to introduce a new feature with a science-fiction name, the "Adaptive Difficulty Engine." ... The big change under the hood, that adaptive difficulty system, begins with a series of tests ... On defence, it was harder to tell whether the adaptive engine was working to balance things out. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Magma's Talus Selected by Infineon as Standard Implementation Platform for Nanometer ICs Aug 28, 2008
The system supports advanced techniques such as native multi-Vt, automated multi-voltage designs, adaptive voltage scaling using concurrent multicorner optimization and multi-Vdd, and physical implementation that meets leading foundries' nanometer dynamic and leakage power requirements. About Magma. (Primezone Releases)
Willingness to learn pays off with success Aug 25, 2008
Developments in wireless communications and video-conferencing have offered businesses more flexibility and efficiency, and created positions that require increasingly skilled and adaptive workers. And those willing to embrace these new technologies and learn new skill sets are most likely to excel. (Albany Times Union)
VLSystems Achieves Cisco Master Security Specialization in United States Aug 23, 2008
"It is a true testament to our organization's advocacy of information security, depth of industry specific security knowledge and exceptional engineering talent." "The Cisco Master Security Specialization is designed to recognize resale channel partners who have taken the steps to be able to deliver a self-defending network consisting of integrated, collaborative and adaptive security solutions and full lifecycle services," said Edison Peres, vice president and chief go-to-market officer for... (PR Newswire)
Medication Management Aug 23, 2008
Next Month: Adaptive Devices. INTERNET RESOURCES. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Move Networks to Support Delivery of Internet Television Programming to Intel-based Mobile Internet Devices Aug 21, 2008
Intel is demonstrating Move Networks adaptive Internet television streaming technology for MIDs using Intel Atom processors at the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco, August 19-21. The lines between the TV, the computer and mobile devices are blurring, while user demand for high-quality Internet television programming that they can view on all of these platforms is growing, said John Edwards, CEO, Move Networks. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2K Games Announces Release Date for BioShock(R) for PLAYSTATION(R)3 System Aug 20, 2008
With smart and adaptive AI, no encounter ever plays out the same way twice, while numerous customization options provide gamers with an experience that adapts to their playing style. BioShock for the PLAYSTATION 3 system will be available at North American and international retailers on October 21 and October 24, respectively, and is rated M for Mature by the ESRB. Available now on Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system and Games for Windows platforms, BioShock was the recipient of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
> Where will the East Bay's next business park be? Aug 19, 2008
He envisions mid-rise buildings of two to six stories replacing single-story factories, with possible adaptive reuse of industrial buildings as well. jsaunders@bizjournals. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
'NATURE' ARTICLE: Neutralizing antibodies derived from the B cells of 1918 influenza pandemic survivors Aug 19, 2008
However, little is known about adaptive immunity to this virus ... Little is known about naturally occurring adaptive immunity to this virus; however, some elderly survivors are still living ... The in vivo efficacy of treatment with these antibodies shows that the development of functional adaptive immunity to the pandemic virus did occur in survivors of the 1918 pandemic. (USA Today -- Tech)
Companies get disabled back in driver's seat Aug 18, 2008
As technicians from Adaptive Driving Solutions begin adjusting the hand controls Mr. Soper will use to drive, he occasionally breaks into a grin ... Then they will probably turn to a small company such as Augusta's Adaptive Driving and co-owner Darryl Zerbel ... Then those vans go to places such as Adaptive Driving. (The Augusta Chronicle)
We all love this Olympics, right? Not Adobe Aug 15, 2008
"We talked about features like adaptive streaming, the ability to automatically keep checking how much bandwidth you have and deliver the appropriate quality stream and how to be smart about knowing what's coming up in the stream," Bennett said. He added that Microsoft made a point of playing up the scalability of the Windows Media format as well as the ways in which Silverlight could help NBC with copy protection of its video streams. (CNET News)
Prisons accused over elderly care Aug 13, 2008
A key recurring problem was a lack of adaptive equipment for the infirm. Inspectors cited one incident at HMP Ranby, near Retford, Nottinghamshire, where an inmate needed to use a crutch but had been taken from a van in handcuffs. (BBC News -- UK)
Victory Gesture May Be Genetically Programmed Aug 13, 2008
"There are many times where it's not that adaptive to show shame essentially you're saying, 'I just screwed up,'" Tracy said. "But if you really feel yourself weaker than an adversary, and you could convey that, that you agree, 'You're more powerful than me, I submit to you, don t hurt me, and we both save resources compared to if we had to fight.' My guess is that s why it's still around.". (Fox News)
Madden NFL 09 Aug 13, 2008
Throughout their Madden NFL career, the all-new Adaptive Difficulty Engine will continually tailor the difficulty settings as the gamer's Madden IQ score evolves. In addition, EA Sports BackTrack is a new replay learning tool imbedded within the game that dissects plays and shows the player what they should have done in certain circumstances. (IGN PS2)
New Approach To Ad Hoc Networks For First Responders Debuts Aug 10, 2008
That s why Moayeri, Michael Souryal and other members of the NIST team developed software that implements an adaptive strategy for maintaining connectivity ... The NIST researchers evaluated their adaptive breadcrumb deployment strategy in computer simulations of a wide variety of emergency scenarios and in several field tests. (Science Daily)
GameStop to Host "Madden Mania" Events Nationwide Aug 9, 2008
Whether you're a seasoned veteran or picking up the game for the first time, players of all skill levels will enjoy a unique, yet challenging experience with the innovative Adaptive Difficulty Engine, which tailors the game to match your playing style. With more than 85 new features and enhancements, MADDEN NFL 09 is the most authentic and adaptable game in sports video game history. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Mozilla mocks up possible Firefox successors in idea factory Aug 7, 2008
While the "Bookmarking & History Concept" and "Mobile Concept" are both quite cool, the "Aurora" idea from Adaptive Path is certainly the most radical potential change to the browser's look and feel. Each concept is highly visual and therefore difficult to explain in words, but all three are worth a look. (Ars Technica)
Mozilla leads push to reimagine Web browsers Aug 5, 2008
As part of the project, Mozilla Labs has teamed up with San Francisco-based Adaptive Path - the designers behind MySpace's face-lift - which created a series of concept videos that showcase the potential browser of the future. They plan to introduce them today at adaptivepath ... "We are trying to make people's interaction with the technology more natural and more physical," said Jesse James Garrett, co-founder and president of Adaptive Path. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Saturday's Highway 11 Accidents Aug 4, 2008
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HP ScanJet G3010 Photo Flatbed Scanner Aug 3, 2008
Preserve memories and restore old or damaged photos, slides and negatives with HP Real Life technologies using features such as dust and scratch removal, faded color and photo restoration, adaptive lighting and automatic red-eye removal. Produce high-quality scans of various paper sizes and 3-D objects with a letter -size, portrait-oriented scanning bed and adjustable lid. (The Coast.ca)
New BMW 750LI: More than a touch of class Aug 1, 2008
The technology wins kudos in the form of adaptive cruise control that alternates speeds according to the car in front of you, lane-departure warning that warns when you are straying beyond the white lines and Park Distance Control, an ultrasonic-based parking assist system that signals when the vehicle approaches obstacles. If you need help with all this technology, it's available from the computerized owner's manual that you access through (what else. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Report gives tick to filtered Internet Jul 29, 2008
Does your executive search firm know the difference between an MIS manager and a CIO, and if it does, can it explain that difference to its corporate clients. Does your executive search firm know its MIS managers from its elbow. (Computerworld Australia)
'Feeling' Robots Learn To Read Human Emotions Jul 28, 2008
The technology pulls together research in robotics, adaptive systems, developmental and comparative psychology, neuroscience and ethology, which is all about human behaviour. Are you feeling ok. (Science Daily)
Preo Software Announces Closing Of Plan of Arrangement Jul 26, 2008
Preo's primary proprietary software is called "Printelligence(TM)" which is the only print management system that adapts itself to an organization's printing behavior, thanks to a unique adaptive rules engine that modifies the messaging delivered to end-users at the desktop, based on individual behavior. This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities of Preo in any jurisdiction, including the United States, or to, or for the account... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Oracle Launches Oracle(R) Access Management Suite Jul 25, 2008
The major components of the Oracle Access Management Suite are Oracle Entitlements Server, Oracle Adaptive Access Manager, Oracle Access Manager and Oracle Identity Federation ... The Entitlements Server, Access Manager and Identity Federation are supported by fire wall while Adaptive Access Manager works as proxy server for security of web infrastructure. (TopNews)
Saving Lives After Natural Disasters With Fast Set-Up Phone Network Jul 24, 2008
In terms of outcome we have the model for creating adaptive and personalised learning experience, the ELeGI software infrastructure, that is based on grid technology, says Ritrovato. It can be considered the first example of a service-oriented infrastructure for learning. (Science Daily)
For Your Eyes Only: Custom Interfaces Make Computer Clicking Faster, Easier Jul 23, 2008
The engineer from Pamplona, Carmen Vidaurre Arbizu, has designed a totally adaptive interface that improves the performance. (June 24, 2008) Devices known as brain-machine interfaces could someday be used routinely to help paralyzed patients and amputees control prosthetic limbs with just their thoughts. (Science Daily)
