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Build a Wiki System with Rails

Submitted by on Thursday April 05 2007, @07:28PM

An anonymous reader writes "Learn how to build a simple, file-based Wiki system using the Ruby on Rails web application framework. You won't believe how easy it is."

Reviewed: Acer Ferrari 1000 notebook

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Oni

on Thursday April 05 2007, @07:28PM

Oni writes ""Along with all the pens, caps, shirts, jackets, badges, napkins, sweets, key-rings and other accessories that you will find for the Ferrari brand, you can now complete your collection with a Ferrari laptop.""

Apple to play fairer with Fairplay?

Submitted by NewbieMonster on Tuesday January 16 2007, @04:06PM

NewbieMonster writes "According to tech.co.uk (http://tinyurl.com/yd7ac9), Apple are preparing to license Fair Play to Made for iPod accessory manufacturers. They understand that Apple will also allow streaming of protected AAC content via USB. From the article: The expected announcements could signal a move on Apple's part to take some of the sting out of its Fairplay DRM which has come in for a great deal of criticism over recent months. It may also be a way of keeping Made For iPod makers onside, as the draw of the Microsoft Zune becomes stronger. Could this signal a move to allowing other music players to access and play ITMS content?"

Journal: Penalized for being a Good Consumer 0

Journal by sglider on Tuesday January 16 2007, @04:02PM

I *just* got off of the phone with two member of Chase Credit Card's finest, a customer service care representative, and an Account supervisor by the name of 'Jason'.

PlayStation 3 hits 2m mark

Submitted by Anonymous Coward on Tuesday January 16 2007, @04:00PM

An anonymous reader writes "SCEI announced today that the PS3 has hit the 2,000,000 mark, with 1,000,000 now shipped in Japan. They'd already announced the passing of the 1,000,000 mark in North America, making the PS3 the fastest shipping PlayStation to date."

Bundles featuring AMD chips with ATI graphics discounted 0

Submitted by OSTG Marketing on Tuesday January 16 2007, @03:52PM

AMD has a special deal for you. They are offering bundles featuring AMD chips with ATI graphics at a discounted price. The strategy will help AMD sell more CPUs and graphic cards while giving consumers a price break. "This is the way to compete with Intel and Intel has been able to do this for years. Why not attack it where it hurts the most - right in its beloved platformace business? Centrino and Intel desktop platfor

Pacific Design Introduces Nintendo® DS Li

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PR Results - Anthony Attalla

on Tuesday January 16 2007, @03:45PM

PR Results - Anthony Attalla writes "Affordable Style and Protection For Gamers On-The-Go Available Now at www.PacificDesign.com and Circuit City Stores Austin, Texas January 16, 2007 Pacific Design, a company know for colorful, functional iPod® cases and cutting edge laptop bags, announced today the retail availability of the DS Lite(TM) Street Pack and Street Case; two cases designed to carry and protect the popular Nintendo® hand-held gaming device. Pacific Design, who received various accolades when they entered the gaming market with their award-winning Sony® PSP(TM) Case, will accept online orders today at their new ecommerce enabled website, www.pacificdesign.com and Circuit City stores. DS Lite Street Pack, $19.95: Starting at just $19.95, the DS Lite Street Pack offers organization, protection and style for your DS Lite and accessories. With designs for both guys and girls, the Street Pack is stylish on the outside and incredibly functional on the inside — perfect for gamers "on-the-go". Each of the four eye-catching designs have a primary compartment that includes a protective sleeve for the DS Lite and dedicated slots for up to four extra games. Furthermore, the front zippered compartment holds an A/C adapter, earbuds, and any additional accessories, giving the user ample storage space while traveling. The easy-open/quick-close strap with magnetic closure provides added security to an already durable construction. The DS Lite Street Pack is available in four distinct color combinations such as faded green camouflage on canvas or skull and crossbones on denim with screen printed art; both feature distressed leather accents. Additional colors include blue or pink, which both feature cross stitched leather accents on nylon. All Street Packs feature a detachable wristlet carrying strap and offer proven durability through tested tough construction. DS Lite Street Case, $10.95: For a slimmer, yet equally as durable method for transporting your DS Lite, Pacific Design also introduces the Street Case, retailing for $10.95. This version of the DS Lite carrying case offers storage for two extra games in its back drop-pocket, all while protecting its contents with a sturdy nylon canvas construction. Girl gamers have their choice of a floral pink or pink camouflage design and can transport their Street Case with matching nylon canvas wrist straps. For the guys, a carabiner clip easily attaches the green camo or skull & crossbones case to a backpack or belt-loop. DS Lite Street Pack & Case Combos for just $21.95: For a limited time, customers who purchase a Faded Green Camo, Pink Cross Stitch or Skulls on Denim Street Pack on www.pacificdesign.com will get a Street Case for free-a $10.95 value. Visit http://go.reachmail.net/rmgo.asp?tid=415560&eid=1& sb_id=160346,160348 to purchase or for more information. About Pacific Design Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Pacific Design was founded in 1995 to raise the standard of products, and individualized client services, in the mobile technology carrying case market. Pacific Design excels at designing and manufacturing lifestyle bags that integrate fashion and style with thoughtful function and quality craftsmanship. As a result, Pacific Design has become one of the leading carrying case companies in the world. PacificDesign.com, the company's commerce-enabled website, just launched last month. Pacific Design, a privately-held firm, is a certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE). For more information on Pacific Design or to purchase any of our products, visit http://go.reachmail.net/rmgo.asp?tid=415559&eid=1& sb_id=160346,160348 or call 888-797-8755. ### Nintendo® and DS Lite(TM) are registered trademarks of Nintendo of America, Inc. Media Contact: Anthony Attalla, Account Manager PR Results, Inc. 248.877.4786 Anthony@PR2inc.com"

20 Things We Don't Know About the iPhone->

by techitout on Tuesday January 16 2007, @03:43PM

Link to Original Source

Journal: Commercials? 0

Journal by Grendly on Tuesday January 16 2007, @03:40PM

Hi, (First time poster) I had a question, as of late started using opensourced stuff for just about everything. I learned about opensource from wikipedia's site, and the opensourcewindows site. I recently saw this video an ad for blender 3d, Now I don't have any programing skills, but I still want to contribute to open source, and was wondering does open source want commercials made for y

The Return of the Fairness Doctrine? 732

Posted by kdawson on Tuesday January 16 2007, @03:33PM
from the no-fair dept.

Slithe writes "Last week at the National Conference for Media Reform, Ohio congressman Dennis Kucinich (a long-shot candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination) stated that the Fairness Doctrine may be reinstated. Kucinich will be heading up a new House subcommittee that will focus on issues around the FCC. The Fairness Doctrine was an FCC regulation that required broadcast media to present controversial issues in an honest, equal, and balanced manner. The FCC repealed it in 1987 — Democrats at the time tried to forestall this move but were ultimately thwarted by a veto by President Ronald Reagan. Critics of the Fairness Doctrine have stated that it was only used to intimidate and silence political opposition. At the convention, Kucinich said, 'We know the media has become the servant of a very narrow corporate agenda. We are now in a position to move a progressive agenda to where it is visible.'" In the interest of fairness, here is a Republican, free-market perspective on the return of the Fairness Doctrine.