IT Meets the World Cup 204
daria42 writes "Looks as if there are some mad soccer fans at ZDNet ... they have compiled a guide to some of the IT systems behind the soccer World Cup. 'What does it take to design, build and operate an advanced, fault-tolerant IP network while the whole world watches?' one of the articles asks. Another looks at how broadcasters have beefed up their infrastructure as they prepare for an influx of fans desperate for information, while another looks at one of the upcoming matches: FIFA vs. Hackers."
Article submitter born yesterday? (Score:4, Informative)
Or, ZDNet reprinted a four-page press release from the World Cup after the Cup spent four years soliciting IT sponsors. "Compiled a guide" my ass...
Another use of technology in World Cup (Score:3, Informative)
They use some algorithms and a lot of data. For the record, with 83% accuracy, Brazil will beat Italy.
Re:More importantly (Score:3, Informative)
Re:Soccer? (Score:3, Informative)
This time last time... (Score:1, Informative)
Don't ya just love technology
Re:Yes, but is it streaming in the US? (Score:4, Informative)
See:
http://www.ghacks.net/2006/06/06/how-to-view-the-
Re:Soccer? (Score:2, Informative)
Re:Don't mention the World Cup (Score:4, Informative)
Re:Damn US-centric website (Score:4, Informative)