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August 22nd, 2009, 01:22 Posted By: wraggster
Chinese court has jailed four people for spreading their bootleg "Tomato Garden" version of Microsoft's Windows XP program, in what the Xinhua news agency called the nation's biggest software piracy case. Off the four men Hong Lei, the creator of the downloadable "Tomato Garden Windows XP" software, was jailed for three and a half years by a court in Suzhou in eastern China, Xinhua
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/09/08...soft-XP-Piracy
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August 21st, 2009, 21:16 Posted By: wraggster
We know how it is: you've paid $300 for your brand new copy of Windows 7, but what a hassle to enter in that activation code! Well, you don't have to worry about it now for a good four months after install: Microsoft has given its sort-of blessing to a simple hack to keep that non-activated copy of Windows 7 humming for a full 120 days before full-on nag mode sets in. All you have to do is enter "slmgr -rearm" into the command prompt at the end of every 30 day period, and your copy of Windows gets a whole new lease on life -- an action that can be repeated three times. The same command is available to Vista users, and we have to say that Microsoft has come a very long way since its unforgiving WGA kill switch days.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/21/w...s-with-simple/
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August 21st, 2009, 16:22 Posted By: wraggster
Apple Inc. may still be coy about whether it plans to launch a touch-screen tablet computer this year, but Windows PC makers are forging right ahead. In the past three weeks, five leading PC makers have announced or been reported to confirm plans to release touch-screen PCs in time for the multi-touch-enabled Windows 7, reports Computerworld. Many appear to be using technology from New Zealand optical touch vendor, NextWindow, which already supplies HP's market-leading TouchSmart line, and Dell's Studio One. NextWindow's CEO says the company is working with partners on 8-10 products set for launch within two months, in time for Windows 7's October 22nd release
http://hardware.slashdot.org/story/0...reen-PC-Market
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August 20th, 2009, 18:48 Posted By: wraggster
Been meaning to try out Windows 7 for free before taking the plunge on a final retail copy? Then you might want to get your act together, as today is the last day that you'll be able to download the Windows 7 Release Candidate direct from Microsoft itself. If you can spare a few minutes, however, we might suggest first checking out our Windows 7 install guide to get a taste of what you're in for, and, of course, our full Windows 7 review, which is quite possibly the next best thing to actually using it.
Update: We're already seeing a few issues with the download page, so anyone that's lucky enough to get a download link should probably jump on it while they can.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/20/g...-that-means-t/
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August 20th, 2009, 18:44 Posted By: wraggster
UK telecoms giant passes wi-fi coverage landmark.
BT has revealed that it has installed half a million wi-fi hotspots across the UK and Ireland, half of its target number. These hotspots include those provided by BT’s FON wi-fi community, Openzone, 12 wireless city centres and the BT business hub.
A further 50,000 hotspots are available overseas through BT’s international roaming partners.
http://www.mobile-ent.biz/news/34095...eless-hotspots
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August 20th, 2009, 17:09 Posted By: wraggster
The Linux Foundation's report (PDF) on who writes Linux — "... Linux isn't written by lonely nerds hiding out in their parents' basements. It's written by people working for major companies — many of them businesses that you probably don't associate with Linux. To be exact, while 18.2% of Linux is written by people who aren't working for a company, and 7.6% is created by programmers who don't give a company affiliation, everything else is written by someone who's getting paid to create Linux. From top to bottom, of the companies that have contributed more than 1% of the current Linux kernel, the list looks like this:
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/09/08...-Kernel-Hacker
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August 20th, 2009, 15:48 Posted By: bazziebizzle
via Bazzie Bizle.com
A new version Thomas Richter's Atari++ has been released. Atari++ emulates the Atari 5200, 400, 800, 400XL, 800XL and 130XE.
Here's what's new in Atari++ v1.57: - Fixed a couple of issues in the GUI, specifically when entering data into string gadgets.
- Fixed again a couple of exception handling issues in the menu.
- Made the keypad stick configurable, the keys for joystick emulation are now part of the configuration.
- Added a dummy front-end, "NONE", that does not render anything to the screen.
- This release supports .CAS images; however, they are not part of a C: (tape) emulation, but emulated as disks. Depending on the contents of the tape archive, the disk is either considered a boot disk, a binary or a basic file.
- This release supports better disk support for BASIC and MAC/65 files. If you insert such a file into the emulated disk drive, the emulator
will build a DOS 2.0S compatible disk structure around it and you can load the image from the emulated disk as D:PROGRAM.BAS or D:PROGRAM.ASM. Note that such disks are *not* bootable, you first need to boot, and then turn on the emulated disk drive.
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August 19th, 2009, 23:11 Posted By: wraggster
Everybody hates it when they have to rename a fileset to fit a new naming scheme. Instead of doing it the hard way and writing a one-time script to go through and rename everything, check out Bulk Rename Utility from [Jim Willsher]. It provides you with a multitude of methods to take care of business and allows you do pick your favorite method, be it regular expressions, simple finding and replacing, prefix/suffix modification, or a combination of many more.
However, if the sheer amount of options available overwhelms you or if you just want an easier way to do things, check out A.F.5 from [Alex Fauland]. A.F.5 offers features like adding a counter to your filenames, change file attributes, and save your rename settings out to a file for repeat use.
http://hackaday.com/2009/08/19/renam...se-in-windows/
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August 19th, 2009, 19:25 Posted By: wraggster
Happy news for our British readers today -- Microsoft is selling Windows 7 Home Premium in the UK at the bargain price of £65 for the full (non-upgrade) version. Converted to $107, that's less than Americans have to shell out just for an upgrade ($120) and about half the price of the full thing ($200). The Professional and Ultimate varieties are also cheaper by about $40 each. With Windows 7 E now out of the picture (though seemingly still available for pre-order from the MS online store), it looks like Microsoft has chosen to match its lower price (listed with an £80 MSRP) with the new SKUs that will actually see retail shelves -- a price online retailers are now undercutting. Jolly good. CNET was first to the story and was told by an Amazon UK rep that the current pricing is expected to be indefinite, but previous intel on the matter has indicated that Microsoft will be hiking UK prices from January 1, 2010. So if you wanna be safe, better get that brand spanking new OS before Christmas rolls around.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/19/w...-as-in-the-us/
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August 19th, 2009, 19:03 Posted By: wraggster
MenuetOS is an operating system written entirely in assembly language. As a result it's extremely quick and compact (it can even fit on a floppy disk, despite having a GUI). It can run Quake. Two of the developers behind MenuetOS took time out to talk about what inspired them to undertake the daunting task of writing the operating system, the current state of Menuet and future plans for it
http://developers.slashdot.org/story...ly-In-Assembly
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August 18th, 2009, 20:57 Posted By: wraggster
Newly released today:
Wolfenstein brings the Nazi’s dark obsession with the occult to life with epic action and harrowing shooter combat. Use a powerful arsenal of both definitive and occult-enhanced Axis & Allied weapons to beat back a supernatural Nazi force that is full of surprises.
You play as BJ Blazkowicz, a highly decorated member of the Office of Secret Actions (OSA). You are sent on a special mission into the heart of the Reich to investigate evidence that the Nazis may possess a new and mysterious power.
While behind enemy lines, you discover the Nazis have done much more than develop a new toy. The Nazis are harnessing the power of the Black Sun through a dark parallel dimension called The Veil; in order to create a weapon of war-ending mass destruction.
You are the only one that can stop them and save the world from their perverse domination.
Wolfenstein the nerve wrecking actioner is available on multiple platforms:
Xbox360™
Wolfenstein US US$ 64.90
Wolfenstein ASIA US$ 59.90
PlayStation3™
Wolfenstein US US$ 64.90
PC Game
Wolfenstein (DVD-ROM) ASIA US$ 39.90
Wolfenstein (DVD-ROM) US US$ 54.90
Game Guides
Wolfenstein Signature Series Strategy Guide US US$ 19.90
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...-24q-84-n.html
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August 18th, 2009, 18:04 Posted By: wraggster
Dolby Labs promises high-quality 7.1 audio at a lower data rate
The upcoming Windows 7 platform will be compatible with Dolby Digital’s latest high-efficiency audio codec, known as Dolby Digital Plus.
The codec is said to maintain the quality expected of Dolby Digital at a lower data rate and will be compatible with all of the group’s current A/V receivers.
“As Windows 7 amplifies the entertainment experience on the PC, it makes sense that Dolby Digital Plus is selected as the audio format for delivering high-quality surround sound,” said Ramzi Haidamus, VP of sales at Dolby.
“With Blu-ray Disc, DTV broadcasts, and rich multimedia delivered through the Internet, Dolby Digital Plus ensures that people will hear outstanding audio on any device.”
http://www.develop-online.net/news/3...l-Plus-support
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August 18th, 2009, 10:31 Posted By: wraggster
PC World and Technologizer conducted a survey of 5,000 people who use Windows XP as their primary operating system. Many have no plans to leave it, and 80% will be unhappy when Microsoft completely discontinues it. And attitudes towards Vista remain extremely negative. But a majority of those who know something about Windows 7 have a positive reaction. More important, 70 percent of respondents who have used Windows 7 say they like it, which is a sign that Windows 7 stands a chance of being what Vista never was: an upgrade good enough to convince most XP users to switch.
http://tech.slashdot.org/story/09/08...ows-7-a-Chance
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August 18th, 2009, 03:08 Posted By: wraggster
As Blizzcon approaches, a number of gaming sites were invited out to California to get an early look at the single-player campaign for StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty. Kotaku has a detailed write-up (spoiler-free version), and 1Up summarizes one of the missions: "... you're on a planet with an alternating day/night cycle (every five minutes, it switches): during daylight, you're safe. You can build forces and go out and destroy structures. At night, the infected Terrans will relentlessly stream towards your base — necessitating a strong defense against the 'zombie horde.'" An interview with some of the developers is available, in which lead designer Dustin Browder says Blizzard will continue their trend of having downloadable maps and other improvements throughout the game's life. BlizzPlanet posted a mission guide for the part of the game they got to see, and new video footage has been released that shows off the single-player mode.
http://games.slashdot.org/story/09/0...tails-Revealed
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August 17th, 2009, 18:36 Posted By: wraggster
It's official – bragging rights and $50,000 in cash, courtesy of id Software and Intel, were presented to winners of the Championship Tournaments at the 14th annual QuakeCon.
Checks for the Intel QUAKE LIVE Masters Championship tournament, Intel QUAKE LIVE Open tournament and the QUAKE LIVE Capture the Flag Championship were awarded to:
The Intel QUAKE LIVE Masters Championship
1st Place: Rapha, $14,000
2nd Place: Spart1e, $7,500
3rd Place: Cypher, $4,000
The Intel QUAKE LIVE Open Tournament
1st Place: Flysher, $1,500
2nd Place: Hardup, $750
3rd Place: Cliffy, $250
The QUAKE LIVE Capture the Flag Championship
1st Place: EG (Evil Geniuses), $12,000
2nd Place: WhoRunIt, $6,000
3rd Place: Fnatic, $4,000
About QuakeCon:
Often described as the "Woodstock of Gaming," QuakeCon is a four-day, non-stop celebration of games and the people who play them. Free to all and open to the public, QuakeCon 2009 will feature North America's largest Bring-Your-Own-Computer (BYOC) LAN party for nearly 3,000 people, drawings and contests for over $75,000 in cash and prizes, the $50,000 QUAKE LIVE Duel and Capture the Flag Championship tournaments, exhibits with the latest games and hardware, and non-stop entertainment, parties and events. First created in 1996 by a group of friends on IRC and now going into its fourteenth year, QuakeCon remains true to its original mission as an event created by gamers, for gamers. Sponsored by id Software and other industry-leading software and hardware manufacturers, QuakeCon continues to be run by a dedicated group of volunteers, including an executive team with more than 75 years of combined experience producing the event. 6,000 people attended QuakeCon 2008.
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August 17th, 2009, 18:09 Posted By: wraggster
All businesses have sensitive data they need to destroy when they replace PCs, but disposing of hard disks properly can be an expensive business. This has led one IT manager in the UK to come up with his own, home-made solution — Bustadrive. It uses a powerful "hydraulic punch" to physically deform a hard disk, rendering it virtually unreadable, and requires nothing more than a pull of the lever on the front — similar to a drinks can crusher. PC Pro tested the Bustadrive, and also sought the opinions of data destruction companies as to whether the device was really as effective as hoped, or just a fun way to mangle a hard disk or two.
http://it.slashdot.org/story/09/08/1...Disk-Destroyer
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August 17th, 2009, 11:22 Posted By: wraggster
More than 100,000 people have signed a petition campaigning for a LAN option to be included in StarCraft II.
Blizzard has previously stated you'll only be able to enjoy multiplayer SCII via Battle.net, which has left some fans unhappy.
"We understand you will be adding amazing new features to Battle.net that you can't talk about yet," wrote the authors of the petition.
"But regardless of any features you might add online, we would still like to be able to play in a traditional network where no internet connection is needed. For an internet connection might not always be available." Alas.
"There is no harm in allowing LAN play as well, and it does bring further depth and life to what will probably become the top RTS of the next decade."
At the time of writing, the number of people who have signed the petition stands at 105091. No wait 105092. No wait 1050h forget it.
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/st...s-100-000-sigs
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August 16th, 2009, 10:50 Posted By: wraggster
AMD invited 100 people up to their private suite in the hotel that Quakecon 2009 is being hosted at for a first look at gaming on one of their upcoming DirectX 11 graphics cards. This card has not been officially named yet, but it has the internal code name of 'Evergreen,' and was first shown to the media back at Computex over in Taiwan earlier this year. The guys from Legit Reviews were shown two different systems running DX11 hardware. One system was set up running a bunch of DX11 SDKs and the other was running a demo for the upcoming shooter Wolfenstein. The video card appears to be on schedule for its launch next month
http://games.slashdot.org/story/09/0...ng-Performance
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