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Obama setting up better security for computers

America has failed for too long to protect the security of its computer networks, President Barack Obama said Friday, announcing he will name a new cyber czar to press for action.

Surrounded by a slew of government officials, aides and corporate executives, Obama said the U.S. has reached a "transformational moment" when computer networks are probed and attacked millions of times a day.

He said he will soon pick the person he wants to head a new White House office of cyber security, and that person will report to the National Security Council and the National Economic Council -- a nod to his contention that the country's economic prosperity depends on cybersecurity. (AP)

Wal-Mart to start selling Apple's iPhone on Sunday

Wal-Mart will start selling Apple's popular iPhone on Sunday, the chain said, confirming earlier reports by employees.

Bentonville-based Wal-Mart Stores Inc. will become the second independent retail chain after Best Buy Inc. to sell the phone. It is also sold at Apple Inc. and AT&T Inc. stores.

Wal-Mart will sell the phones for $2 less than the regular price with a two-year contract: $197 for the 8-gigabyte model, or $297 for the 16-gigabyte model. Best Buy is discounting the phone by $9.[AP]

Apple to offer $999 entry laptop, better graphics

Apple Inc. touched up its line of laptop computers Tuesday with a minimal nod to the economic turmoil that might push consumers to be more frugal this holiday shopping season.

Apple did lower its least expensive laptop, the existing version of the entry-level MacBook, by $100 to $999.

But in the updated versions of its MacBook and MacBook Pro machines, Apple focused mainly on adding features.

A-Z Computer Liquidators Offer corporate liquidation solutions, recycling eWaste partnership

A-Z Computer Liquidators has branched out to recycling ewaste partners nationwide. Headquartered in Anaheim California and serving both northern and southern California has partnered with Electronic Waste Management, Los Angeles, California. A-Z Is now able to better serve its corporate clients needing to recycle and dispose of used and outdated Pac’s & laptops, computer parts & supplies, CRT’s & LCD monitors, all sizes printers, copiers, scanners, used servers and data center network hardware.

In today's ever-changing technology marketplace, companies are feeling the pinch when desperately trying o remove unwanted used IT equipment. Select businesses throughout California choose A-Z Computer Liquidators to provide full service disposal, recycling, and remarketing for their obsolete IT assets.

A-Z Computer Liquidators protects an organizations data on existing IT assets. When upgrading their IT infrastructure, companies need cost-effective and an effective EPA process to dispose of obsolete IT assets. A-Z is able with Electronic Waste Management to serve all the recycling requirements of its corporate America clients.

“With the many recycling, liquidation requirements from our business customers, IT assets such as used computers, used monitors, servers and hard drives sitting idle, clients need an organization that can be trusted to adhere to all e-waste environmental regulations” said Holly Wild, Director of Asset Recovery Services at A-Z Computers. "We offer a range of full services and will continue to seek out effective recycling partners so that we can expand out regions and services nationwide.

ZOTAC Unleashes New Affordable GeForce 9 series

ZOTAC International, a leading manufacturer of NVIDIA-based graphics cards, today unleashes its latest entry-level GeForce 9 series graphics cards for budget gamers on the second day of NVISION 08 – the ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 and GeForce 9400GT DDR2 ZONE Edition. The new ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 series enables users to bring their PCs to life with NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology and NVIDIA unified architecture for smoother high-definition video playback and realistic gaming capabilities.
NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology empowers the ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 series with high-definition playback capabilities that’s low on CPU utilization and low on power consumption, freeing up the system processor for more mundane tasks and reducing your power bill. PureVideo HD technology also enhances standard-definition content with inverse telecine, high-quality scaling, noise reduction and edge enhancement algorithms to produce vivid visuals that rivals high-definition content.
“Video playback capabilities are becoming a vital part of graphics cards as more and more users make their PCs the center of their entertainment center, using their PC to playback high-definition Blu-ray and standard-definition videos. Our ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 series with PureVideo HD technology will instantly enhance their video playback capabilities at a fairly low-cost,” said Carsten Berger, marketing director, ZOTAC International.
The ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 series features NVIDIA unified architecture with 16 programmable stream processors for high-performance 3D graphics processing. Full support for Microsoft DirectX 10 with Shader Model 4.0 and OpenGL 2.1 standards ensure maximal compatibility with current and next-generation 3D games and applications.
The powerful NVIDIA GeForce 9400GT graphics processor is paired with 512MB of fast DDR2 memory connected via 128-bit wide bus for phenomenal visuals and performance. The fast graphics processor and high-speed memory connects to the rest of the system via a PCI Express 2.0 interface for up to 5GT/s transfers between the system processor and memory to the graphics card.
The ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 ZONE Edition replaces the conventional single-slot active cooler on the GeForce 9400GT DDR2 with a silent dual-slot passive cooler. The ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 ZONE Edition cooler caters to the noise needs of quiet PC users while delivering the same performance users expect from a ZOTAC GeForce series graphics cards.
“Quiet computing has become quite popular as users find different ways to reduce overall system noise. Our ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 ZONE Edition delivers the silence quiet PC users need with no performance compromises,” Mr. Berger said.
It’s time to play with the new affordable ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 and silent GeForce 9400GT DDR2 ZONE Edition.

General details

• New ZOTAC GeForce 9400GT DDR2 and GeForce 9400GT DDR2 ZONE
Edition
• Affordable and high performance
• NVIDIA GeForce 9400GT
• 512MB of GDDR2 memory
• 16 stream processors
• Passive cooling (ZONE Edition)
• PCI Express 2.0 interface (Compatible with 1.1)
• DirectX 10 with Shader Model 4.0 compatible
• OpenGL 2.1 compatible
• PureVideo HD technology with hardware decoding of high-definition video
formats
• Dual-link DVI – up to 2560x1600
• DVI to HDMI dongle included
• DVI Audio (HDMI) compatible

Website: http://www.zotac.com/

CHECK POINT SHIPS FIRST SINGLE AGENT FOR ENDPOINT SECURITY

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced it has began shipping a new version of Check Point Endpoint Security™, the first single agent for endpoint security to combine the highest-rated firewall, network access control (NAC), program control, remote access, antivirus, anti-spyware, full disk encryption and media encryption with port protection. The new release, Check Point Endpoint Security R70, features a newly enhanced and streamlined interface as well as additional tools for enterprise deployment.

By creating a single endpoint security agent with a single client interface, deploying and managing endpoint security is dramatically simplified. A single tray icon on the endpoint device makes reviewing security status and settings easier and eliminates interoperability conflicts. Consequently, Check Point Endpoint Security’s single agent and client interface reduces the time and costs associated with endpoint security.

“Rather than having to deploy and manage multiple solutions to mitigate each type of endpoint risk, Check Point Endpoint Security provides customers a single easy-to-manage endpoint security solution,” said Dr. Dorit Dor, vice president of products at Check Point. “By combining endpoint security into one comprehensive solution, Check Point eases the burden placed on security administrators.”

“Security administrators are always dealing with the challenge of having to increase network security levels in more efficient, cost effective ways,” said Joe Luciano, chief executive officer at AccessIT. “Check Point Endpoint Security solves the dilemma, by giving enterprises a solution that combines all the endpoint security they need in one solution that can be managed centrally through one console.”

Check Point Endpoint Security R70 features and benefits include:
· Single agent with combined firewall, NAC, program control, remote access, antivirus, anti-spyware, full disk encryption and media encryption with port protection provides superior security and eliminates the need to deploy and manage multiple agents, reducing total cost of ownership.
· Single client interface for all local endpoint security administration assures compatibility of endpoint security technologies and simplifies end-user experience
· Unique distribution utility lets administrators deploy customized installations quickly and easily
· Windows Vista support allows new Vista-based PCs to seamlessly plug into a customers IT environment

More information on Check Point Endpoint Security can be found at: www.checkpoint.com/products/endpoint_security/index.html.

EnterTo™ Launches Innovative New Version of Email Technology

EnterTo Inc., a provider of free hosted email services announced the release of Version 3 of its spam-free email system. Version 3 is already in use by over 15,000 private users and adds various selectable user browser interfaces as well as POP3 for other email client. In all cases the system eliminates spam without spam filters or junk folders or any ‘lost’ emails.

“It is astounding that only one in every twenty eight emails received are legitimate and the scale of the problem continues to get worse (the quarterly Sophos IT security report says spam sent to businesses reached 96.5% in the June 2008 quarter),” said Jay Fink, COO of EnterTo Inc. ”The existing industry approach of filtering out spam into junk folders is swamped, despite huge investments of human effort trying to keep spam filters up-to-date and working correctly. Users still have to check their ‘junk’ location for any false positives or else ‘lose’ emails. EnterTo has a far better solution – and it’s free to private users – financially supported by ads at the bottom of the email. We invite you to try it for yourself - free.”

EnterTo’s technological approach to eliminating spam allocates, in the background, unique email addresses to every email correspondent. Email from all these addresses ends up in the recipients single inbox and there is no need for a ‘junk’ email box. If a spam email is ever received via one of these email addresses that address is simply eliminated any legitimate user of that address is allocated a new one. Email sent to eliminated addresses simply ‘bounces’ back to the sender as a non-existent address. There are no filters to manage or update and no ‘false positives’ or ‘lost’ emails.

E-mail spam, also known as "bulk e-mail" or "junk e-mail," involves nearly identical messages sent to numerous recipients by e-mail – the key aspects are that the email is unsolicited and is sent in bulk. E-mail spam grew exponentially to over 100 billion emails per day as of April 2008. Laws against spam have been sporadically implemented but haven’t solved the problem which continues to frustrate and annoy e-mail users as it wasted their time. In cost terms lost US productivity reached $71 billion annually in 2007, $712 per employee, according to a study conducted by Nucleus Research Inc. With legal approaches unable to solve the problem the solution has been largely left to technology. Complex techniques have been implemented to filter and refuse spam based on the content of the e-mail, DNS-based blackhole lists, greylisting, spamtraps, enforcing technical requirements of e-mail (SMTP), checksumming systems to detect bulk email, and by putting some sort of cost on the sender via a proof-of-work system or a micropayment. Each method has strengths and weaknesses and each is controversial due to its weaknesses but all end up redirecting suspected spam to a ‘junk’ location. A July 2008 article in the Wall Street Journal reported that for one of their journalists, “some 46% of their ‘junk’ was legitimate messages that had been flagged as spam”. Website: http://www.enterto.com/

Hoover Color Selects DEACOM as Catalyst for Continued Business Growth

Deacom, Inc. announced today that Hoover Color Corporation, a supplier of iron oxide pigments for the paint and coating, building product, and plastic industries, has licensed the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System. Hoover Color will implement DEACOM in place of three non-integrated software systems to support the company's accelerated growth.

Hoover Color was founded in 1923 with the purpose of providing its customers with precise pigment colors in a variety of types. Through advances in processing technology and a historic passion for color, the company has experienced steady growth over the years. In order to meet demand, the company recently underwent a major renovation and expansion project at its Hiwassee, VA, plant. Hoover Color's selection of the DEACOM System was prompted to improve upon its business processes.

"Our former software systems weren't integrated, so there was a great deal of manual entry, from our formulation process to the nightly data uploads required by our accounting system," Chief Operating Officer Chuck Hoover says. "Meeting our customers' coloring demands requires us to operate as efficiently as possible, which means we need total business integration."

The DEACOM ERP System was selected to manage all aspects of the company, including formulation and lab management, Quality Control (QC), regulatory reporting, sales order entry, purchasing, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), inventory and lot control, production, and accounting.

Hoover Color will go live on the DEACOM System in January of 2009. With one point of control, data adjustments will be updated across all departments in real-time. This access to current data will eliminate many of Hoover Color's manual processes, including its nightly data uploads.

"Product quality and consistency are just two reasons why our company has been so successful for more than 80 years. Now [with DEACOM] we will have the technology to handle both our current business requirements and those as we evolve," Hoover says.

To learn more about the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and ERP Software System or to schedule an online demonstration, call 610-971-2278 ext. 15 or visit www.deacom.net.

iDTRONIC will present at RFID World in Las Vegas its complete and expanded UHF Range of Products

iDTRONIC will present at RFID World in Las Vegas its complete and expanded UHF Range of Products, including UHF Reader/Writers, UHF Antennas and all kinds of UHF Tags.

iDTRONIC offers several UHF development kits specially configured for developing UHF applications. These are complete hardware solutions, including software tools with drivers, demo applications and source code. The Software Development Kit (SDKs) include everything necessary to easily develop your unique implementation.

The innovative and versatile UHF Long Range Gate Starter Kit consists of the high-performance iDTRONIC UHF Long Range Reader / Writer, four Long Range Antennas UHF “A1”, two stands, all required mounting equipment and cables, as well as a full Software Development Kit on CD-ROM.

iDTRONIC´s new UHF RFID Reader/Writer covers the global UHF frequency range, and is designed as a Multi-tag UHF Reader capable of reading tags that conform to the EPC Generation Two (Gen2) and ISO 18000-6 B/C standards. This multi-protocol, multi-regional UHF RFID Reader supports the very important Dense Reader Mode (DRM) the Listen before talk feature. With its Anti-self Jamming (ASJ) technology, the reader supports a Multi-Reader Environment for several readers simultaneously.

The new UHF-LRA circular polarized UHF antenna covers both European and US RFID bands and reading Distances of up to 10 metres are easily achieved. The antenna is entirely waterproof and is very easy to install. The circular polarization allows tags to be read in multiple 3D orientations.

iDTRONIC is also introducing as a premier at RFID World in Las Vegas its new UHF USB Stick. iDTRONIC´s new UHF USB Stick is the world’s first UHF reader to meet the market’s requirements for this unique form factor. It is an easy to handle RFID Reader to be used with USB equipped Terminals and Laptops. Its light weight and compact design, in combination with the latest technology and a robust ABS housing, make it perfectly suited to a very wide range of identification applications.

The reader includes a multi-color LED indicator to easily monitor the reading status. The linearly polarized built-in antenna allows a maximum reading distance of up to 80cm. The USB V2.0 type A ensures reliable, high-speed data transfer. The reader uses the 5V USB power supply, and the power output is adjustable up to 20dBm. Moreover, the Reader offers a reader sensitivity well over 90 dBm.

Logistics management, track–and-trace, distribution systems, and inventory control environments all benefit from the high performance of this innovative stick reader. Able to operate at temperatures of up to 60°C, it can even be used in very rough environments. iDTRONIC’s USB Stick - UHF is packaged with a full SDK and Demo software for Windows.

The newest member of iDTRONIC´s Compact Flash Reader Family is the CF UHF RFID Reader. It has been designed and developed to allow Pocket PCs, PDA’s, Handheld Terminals and other mobile devices to access to ISO 18000-6 Part B + C (Gen1-Gen2) UHF smart labels, tags and ISO transponders.

Weighing just 30 grams, and measuring just 95mm x 60mm x 12 mm in combination with a robust ABS housing, the new reader fits in anywhere. Efficient power management is ensured by the 3.3 Volt Power supply, with power consumption of just 20 mA in Stand-by mode and 250 mA in Active mode. The reading distance for the CF Reader can be up to 50cm, depending on the type of transponder.

iDTRONIC´s CF device is packaged with a CD ROM containing PDA & PC SDKs for development in Windows environment, or with an optional PCMCIA to CF adaptor.

iDTRONIC´s new UHF Handheld Terminal Ezit II delivers maximum performance and reliability in a lightweight and extremely rugged design. It allows the capture of a comprehensive range of data - from RFID tags and bar codes to images – even in remote areas, where fixed RFID readers can´t reach.

iDTRONIC’s EzIT II is IP54-rated, exceeding military specifications for resistance to drops, dust, vibration and both high and low temperatures. These features give users the ability to work in nearly any environment and dramatically reduces repair and downtime costs. The ease of use and portability of the Ezit II combine to deliver exceptional ergonomics, ensuring reliable performance wherever and whenever you need it.

iDTRONIC´s UHF Adhesive Labels and UHF Hardtag Transponders complete iDTRONIC´s UHF Family. The UHF Adhesive Labels are specially suited for supply chain and logistics application, where long operating distances are required. They have blank matt paper on the top, which protects the chip and the antenna underneath.

The iDTRONIC UHF Hard Tags come in a very robust ABS housing and have been designed for rough environment. The on-metal Tags has a 3M durable adhesive layer with release paper on the backside of the tag. They are available in 3 different dimensions with different UHF chip versions and frequencies of 868 and 915MHz.

For more information about all UHF Readers and UHF Transponders, email us or visit our website. Please visit us also at the RFID World in Las Vegas at our booth # 630.

iDTRONIC Electronic Identification
Andreas Jaeger
Donnersbergweg 1
67059 Ludwigshafen am Rhein
Germany
Phone: +49 621 66 90 09 – 46
Fax: +49 621 66 90 09 – 49

eMail: andreas.jaeger@idtronic.de
Internet: www.idtronic-rfid.com

AmeriVault Launches Accelerated Disaster Recovery Service for iSeries (AS400, System i) Servers

AmeriVault (amerivault.com) – a recognized leader in data protection managed services, including remote online data backup, offsite recovery services, email archiving, and data lifecycle solutions – today announced the availability of an advanced, hardware-free, hosted disaster recovery service for iSeries servers (also known as AS400 or System i) that allows remote access to a virtualized recovery environment following a disaster.

Since iSeries is known for being an extremely stable and reliable system, many organizations use it for mission-critical applications that cannot withstand downtime or reboots. However, despite the importance of the data on iSeries servers, they are often neglected when it comes to data protection – particularly from a disaster recovery standpoint.

Challenges to Fast iSeries Disaster Recovery

A cornerstone of disaster recovery planning is to ensure that backup data is stored securely offsite, geographically separated from the primary systems in case of a regional disaster like a hurricane. Many SMBs, however, simply do not have the time, budget, or personnel to manage offsite data protection or to ensure proper safeguards are in place.

The most common solution for offsite data protection involves an employee transporting backup tapes to an offsite location. In this scenario, data is often unencrypted and subject to loss, theft, or damage. In addition, an employee’s home is almost never far enough away from the primary data to provide adequate data protection in the event of a regional disaster.

The second challenge for iSeries data protection is fast recovery. Even when courier services are employed to transport backup tapes to an offsite datacenter (a process that is still at risk of loss or theft), it may take several days to receive backup tapes if requested after a real disaster.

Another roadblock preventing fast recovery is the process of sourcing, purchasing, and deploying replacement iSeries servers following a disaster or server failure. This process could take a week or more because the administrator must ensure the replacement server is patched and upgraded to precisely duplicate the configuration of the primary server before recovery can begin.

Accelerated iSeries Disaster Recovery – Removing the Roadblocks

But what if all of these roadblocks were removed by a service that also improves security and reliability? AmeriVault’s new Virtual Disaster Recovery service for iSeries servers, RestartIT-VDR iSeries, does just that – while providing an offsite failover site so administrators and end users can remotely access AmeriVault’s managed, virtualized iSeries recovery environment while the primary site and systems are rebuilt.

When a server houses mission-critical data – as is often the case with iSeries servers – three, four, or more days is just too long for most businesses to wait for system availability. RestartIT-VDR for iSeries is an advanced recovery service that allows iSeries server recovery within a day. RestartIT-VDR for iSeries allows clients to remotely access AmeriVault’s virtualized iSeries environment for up to 30 days following the declaration of a disaster – for no additional charge – providing plenty of time for a company to rebuild its primary systems following a disaster.

The foundation of RestartIT-VDR for iSeries consists of online backup and virtualized standby recovery servers hosted at one of AmeriVault's secure, world-class datacenters.

Should a client encounter an outage or suffer a disaster, rapid recovery commences: the backup data is recovered to AmeriVault's standby iSeries server – all achieved remotely for the client. With iSeries' excellent compression and with Gig-E connectivity in AmeriVault’s datacenters, the recovery process to AmeriVault's recovery servers can take just a few hours. End users can then VPN-in to resume operations while the primary systems are rebuilt. Full recovery is typically achieved in 10 hours or less.

Practical & Testable Disaster Recovery for iSeries Servers

Most importantly, RestartIT-VDR for iSeries is a testable disaster recovery service. Many disaster recovery plans lack true testability or are not completely practical when a real disaster occurs.

After helping several clients recover from 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, AmeriVault realized that IT professionals - not just the businesses for which they work - needed a better solution. Protecting data safe distances offsite is the best practice – but when a real disaster strikes, it is just not feasible to ask an administrator to leave his or her family to begin recovery at the remote site. The practicality of their disaster recovery solution, then, goes right out the window.

RestartIT-VDR for iSeries not only provides remote recovery so administrators can stay with their families during a disaster, but it is also a fully testable solution. With annual testing included with the service, RestartIT-VDR for iSeries provides advanced, cost-effective disaster recovery readiness for iSeries servers.

Virtual Disaster Recovery for iSeries: Benefits

» Virtual, Warm Recovery Servers
» Rapid, Economical Recovery
» No Capital Expense for Recovery Servers
» Remote Recovery Initialization Capability
» Avoid Travel to Datacenter for Recovery & Skip a Time-Consuming Step
» Remote User Access to Virtual Recovery Environment following Disaster
» World-Class Datacenters
» Easy Recovery Testing
» Technical Support
» Training Included

Learn More About Virtual Disaster Recovery for iSeries

AmeriVault has partnered with iSeries specialist SafeData to provide Virtual Disaster Recovery services for iSeries. Learn more about iSeries Virtual Disaster Recovery by visiting AmeriVault and SafeData at Disaster Recovery Journal’s “Fall World 2008” tradeshow (Sep. 14 – 16, booth 52).

AXIGEN Releases New Version for Windows Based Platforms

AXIGEN (axigen.com), the professional messaging solution vendor, announces today the commercial release of its new version of the AXIGEN Mail Server for Windows operating systems. Version 6.1 runs on Windows Server 2003 and on Windows XP platforms, bringing all the high-end functionalities of the AXIGEN messaging solution to Windows users.

The inclusion of Windows platforms in the already wide range of popular Linux and BSD distributions comes to support companies of all sizes that can now switch their mail server freely between Windows, Linux and hybrid platforms, while also taking full advantage of AXIGEN’s advanced messaging capabilities.

“In our ongoing efforts to permanently adapt our solutions to current business demands and following customers’ requests and market feedback, the AXIGEN Mail Server is now readily available for Windows users. In addition to value added messaging and collaboration features, our customers and all those evaluating AXIGEN will also benefit from our technical support team’s expertise in both Windows and Linux/UNIX based implementations”, said Oana Bornaz, AXIGEN CEO.

The new Windows version will be available for all AXIGEN product editions - Business, Enterprise, Service Provider and the free Office Edition. The prices for AXIGEN licenses running on the newly introduced platforms will be the same as those for already supported platforms.

Winner of the ServerWatch 2007 Product Excellence Award for the Communications Server category, the AXIGEN Mail Server also runs on several Linux and BSD distributions, on Solaris, on PowerPC and SPARC architectures and is becoming the messaging solution of choice for a growing number of service providers and enterprises worldwide.
www.axigen.com

Fry’s Stores Add 32GB, 64GB and 128GB Ridata Ultra-S Plus MLC SSD

Advanced Media, Inc., is a manufacturer and marketer of the popular Ridata brand of recordable DVD media, electronic storage products, and digital media accessories. The company announced today that its Ridata Ultra-S Plus Series of Solid State Drives (SSD) are now available at Fry’s Electronics. Ultra-S Plus MLC SSD’s feature a Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA configuration for fast read and write speeds plus larger storage capacities.

"We are pleased Fry’s is expanding their retail selection of Ridata SSD’s for laptops and other mobile computing devices. The Ridata Ultra-S Plus MLC SSD is an affordable alternative to Hard Disk Drives (HDD). SSD drives offer many benefits for notebooks. Cool and silent running, low battery usage, fast data access, dependable performance and resistance to temperature, shock, vibration and humidity make SSD ideal for mobile computing,” remarked Harvey Liu, Advanced Media President.

Data Integrity
Featuring no moving parts, Ridata SSD’s are resistant to vibration, shock, humidity and temperature extremes. They are very reliable with up to 1,000,000 hours Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF). Data integrity is ensured by static wear leveling and Reed-Solomon ECC (8bit BCH). With SMART features and write endurance cycle (P/E) up to 1,000,000 times (depending on capacity used), the Ridata SSD drive keeps data safe and secure.

Technology
The Ridata 32, 64 GB and 128 GB Ridata Ultra-S Plus MLC stores two bits of data per cell, providing consistent, fast performance and extremely low-power consumption. Its lightweight is ideal for the performance-driven and rugged environments that laptops and other mobile computing devices experience. Laptop compatibility is ensured by a traditional Serial ATA (SATA) connection with 7-pin signal segment and 15-pin power segment.

Performance
User time on a laptop or other mobile computing application is dramatically extended, due to the drive’s low-five-volt power consumption. With no mechanical parts, low battery usage and minimal heat generation the Ridata SSD
Drive is a natural alternative for a greener environment. Meeting bus interface industry standard Serial ATA (SATA) ensures no host compatibility or upgrading issues. The Ridata SSD offers reliable temperature (0 to 70C) resistance, assuring long-lasting data storage.

Availability
All capacities of the Ridata Ultra-S Plus SSD Series MLC are now available at Fry’s. Visit www.ritekusa.com or www.frys.com for more product information and retail availability.

New Visual Rules 4.2 for Business Rules Management

Innovations Software Technology today announces the new 4.2 version of Visual Rules Business Rules Management System (BRMS). It supports the platform Eclipse 3.4. New features such as the Rule Dependency Graph empower the business users to create and manage their business rules in a transparent and auditable manner.

Business Rules Management for Agile Enterprises
Organizations such as the US Navy and Volkswagen Bank manage their business rules e.g. for their credit risk rating application with the Visual Rules Business Rules Management System. Visual Rules provides the capability for these organizations to dynamically adapt to and optimize for changing business and market requirements.

What´s New in Visual Rules 4.2 ?

• Eclipse 3.4 support
• Dependencies between rules, rule packages and rule models can now be visualized in a rule dependency graph (see graphics below: Rule Dependency Graph).
• Easy import of rule statistics from production and test environments into Visual Rules for graphical display.
• Ability to visually compare test results and expected results simplifies the process of testing rules.
• Ability to copy values from Excel documents and easily paste them into Visual Rules decision tables.

Testing Visual Rules
Different ways lead the interested business person to get to know Visual Rules quickly and easily. The product website www.visual-rules.com provides demos, webcasts, individual web confe-rences, a free test version of the software, customer stories, and much more.

Version 4.2 is now available for testing.

Innovations Software Technology
Ziegelei 7
88090 Immenstaad
www.innovations-software.com

The NAS 2-way SATA hard disk housing from DIGITUS® makes multimedia contents on the network accessible

DIGITUS® extends its HDD housing range by a high-performance Network Attached Storage (NAS) housing. Thanks to the ease of operation, back-up of personal and business data is now child’s play. The NAS can be connected directly to the computer by USB, or offers fast and convenient access to data by means of a Gigabit connection. Copying of data is started at the simple touch of a button.

The housing is equipped with two SATA connections, which are installed in removable hard disk frames. The integrated RAID system 0 and 1 enables combination into one drive. A built-in FTP and Samba Server provide further convenience and enable access to the data via FTP or network.

The unit supports CIFS, FAT32, ext2 and ext3 file systems, as well as P2P BitTorrent, FTP/HTTP Download Manager. The Media and iTunes servers are simple to configure over the Web. The easiest way to make multimedia contents or data available on the network.

The recommended retail price for the hard disk housing DN-7024 is €189,90.

AFP launches mobile news, multimedia service

Agence France-Presse announced Friday the launch of a new service providing mobile phone users with access to its global news coverage and incorporating multimedia and messaging options.

The AFP Mobile Journal service will provide round the clock access to the international news agency's production in text, photographs and videos.

AFP Mobile Journal is a multimedia feed covering major news from across the globe in a variety of diverse categories, available now in English and French, and with Spanish and Arabic versions expected by year's end, the company said.

Editorial formats of Mobile Journal are specifically designed for mobile screens, it said.

Search for the Best Blu ray Players at Bluraydeal.net

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Bluraydeal.net is an easily navigable site that takes you from one search to another quite effortlessly. You simply click by category, choose a sub-category for your specification, and view the items available on record. You can click on the player category for instance, and sub categories of various brands of blu ray players will be shown for your inspection. All of the blu ray merchandises are listed with a popularity percentage and the corresponding market prices.

The blue and white shades combination throughout all the web pages is elegant to the viewing senses. The web lay out however, is quite complex with categories and sections dominating each web page. The letter fonts are quite small in size, although this is not much of a problem since any site visitor can increase or decrease the text sizes right from their PCs. The site is already an inexhaustible source of products with the popular blu ray feature, and if the categories can be streamlined further to avoid a rather cramped lay out, then this online portal should work to be one of the finest.

For a comprehensive search of products with the blu ray technology, this site is a veritable source of information and merchandise descriptions. You can search through brand categories, price range, or popularity. Find the best blu ray players at bluraydeal.net, and you will surely be far from disappointed.

Western Digital WDXMS1200TN Passport 120 GB USB 2.0 Portable Hard Drive

Pack up your office files and take them home. Carry thousands of songs or pictures. This hard drive is simple to use, light and easy to carry, and require no power adapter. It is powered directly through the USB cable. Installation is a snap because you don't really install this drive; you just plug it in and it's ready to use. There is no CD to install. The included software loads from the drive the first time you plug it in. Sharing large files between office and home, between Mac and PC Backing up your existing notebook hard drive for extra data safety System Requirements - Windows 2000, XP, Mac OS X 10.1.5 or higher, available USB port Dimensions (LengthxWidthxHeight) - 5.110 x 3.14 x 0.590 Inches / Weight - 0.23 Pounds

Samsung LNT4671F 46" 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

For those who are ready for the clearest, brightest picture on the market today, Samsung presents the LN-T4671F. LCD HDTV Full 1080p resolution is just the beginning: Samsung's incredible Auto Motion Plus 120Hz technology reduces motion blur for crisp, precise action. The color-saturated 46" picture boasts a 25,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, displaying rich blacks and capturing subtle nuances. A fast 8ms response time ensures smooth, lifelike motion. SRS TruSurround XT™ sound from hidden side speakers is enhanced by the premium audio sound of 2.2 channel dome speakers. Enjoy connectivity with all your other digital devices, with 3 HDMI ports and a full complement of inputs. And the handy HDMI-CEC feature lets you control all your CEC-enabled peripherals using just one remote.

Garmin nüvi 200W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

This is entry-level automotive GPS from Garmin. That means it lacks "advanced" functions as FM transmitter, bluetooth connectivity or MP3 player. However, in my opinion, a stand-alone GPS unit doesn't need any of that, and certainly not at a $200+ cost.

Widescreen makes 200W/250W so much better than other 200 series models. Getting directions from the unit is the same, regardless of the screen size, but you will be able to see a lot more of what is around you as you drive with these units - places off a highway, gas stations, restaurants. It's also easier to use the touch screen, as icons are quite larger.

Comparing 200W/250W with new the 700 series clearly shows these units as entry level, but again, the price gap is huge and I believe it's simply not worth it. One might consider 770 which includes European maps over 200/250, as buying them separately is quite expensive.

Toshiba HD-A3 720p/1080i HD DVD Player, Fantastic Sleek Player !

I just got my A3 and it's absolutely fantastic. The load times are fast, start-up is fast and it's an aesthetically pleasing device. Sleek new slim design, lightweight and includes non-combo edition of 300 and The Bourne Identity HD DVDs, fully packaged in red elite cases.

I also have the A2, and prefer this third generation unit but the A2 is still a solid, and great machine. The A3 upconverts DVDs beautifully, watching DisneyDVDs is great and they look amazing. Of course HD DVDs also look great, especially Troy Directors Cut, Transformers looks beyond words - just an amazing movie experience, and The Matrix is gorgeous. I also recommend Shrek the Third next week, that will be gorgeous too.

Finally, the A3 is a solid player, better load times than the A2, slightly smaller, a beautiful chassis that really compliments your HT and Toshiba REGZA or any piano finished black TVs, and a great value. I recommend it.

Zune 30 GB Digital Media Player

The Digital Media Player reinvented. With the new Microsoft Zune you can wirelessly share selected full-length sample tracks, playlists, pictures or your home-grown tracks directly from Zune to Zune. Listen to those received full-length songs up to three times in three days, with the option to flag the ones you like to easily purchase them the next time you sync up. Browse the Zune Marketplace for access to millions of songs, old and new. Use the bright 3" LCD screen to watch your favorite videos or browse pictures of your family and friends. 30GB of storage means plenty of space for your music, photos, and videos. Never grow tired of your music with a built-in FM tuner for access to local FM radio broadcasts. Reinvent your digital media experience with the Microsoft Zune! Import unprotected music, photos and videos in WMA, MP3, AAC, JPEG, WMV, MPEG-4, H.264 from iTunes and Windows Media Player Purchase music from the continually updated Zune Marketplace using 79 Microsoft Points to purchase individual songs, or use a Zune Pass subscription for unlimited access to millions of songs for just $14.99 a month (Microsoft Points cards sold separately for purchasing music without a credit card) Optional Zune Car Pack allows you to play your tunes in your car with an FM transmitter with AutoSeek and Car Charger (Sold separately) Easily update your Zune via your PC when updates become available to add more features! Up to 12 hour battery life playing music with WiFi off Dimensions - 4.4 x 2.4 x 0.58 Weight - 5.6 ounces 1 Year limited manufacturer's warranty Requires Windows XP with Service Pack 2 and High Speed Internet Connectivity

Kindle: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device

Introducing Kindle™

Three years ago, we set out to design and build an entirely new class of device—a convenient, portable reading device with the ability to wirelessly download books, blogs, magazines, and newspapers. The result is Amazon Kindle.

We designed Kindle to provide an exceptional reading experience. Thanks to electronic paper, a revolutionary new display technology, reading Kindle’s screen is as sharp and natural as reading ink on paper—and nothing like the strain and glare of a computer screen. Kindle is also easy on the fingertips. It never becomes hot and is designed for ambidextrous use so both "lefties" and "righties" can read comfortably at any angle for long periods of time.

We wanted Kindle to be completely mobile and simple to use for everyone, so we made it wireless. No PC and no syncing needed. Using the same 3G network as advanced cell phones, we deliver your content using our own wireless delivery system, Amazon Whispernet. Unlike WiFi, you’ll never need to locate a hotspot. There are no confusing service plans, yearly contracts, or monthly wireless bills—we take care of the hassles so you can just read.

With Whispernet, you can be anywhere, think of a book, and get it in one minute. Similarly, your content automatically comes to you, wherever you are. Newspaper subscriptions are delivered wirelessly each morning. Most magazines arrive before they hit newsstands. Haven’t read the book for tomorrow night’s book club? Get it in a minute. Finished your book in the airport? Download the sequel while you board the plane. Whether you’re in the mood for something serious or hilarious, lighthearted or studious, Kindle delivers your spontaneous reading choices on demand.

And because we know you can't judge a book by its cover, Kindle lets you download and read the beginning of books for free. This way, you can try it out—if you like it, simply buy and download with 1-Click, right from your Kindle, and continue reading. Want to try a newspaper as well? All newspaper subscriptions start with a risk-free two-week trial.

Kindle’s paperback size and expandable memory let you travel light with your library. With the freedom to download what you want, when you want, we hope you’ll never again find yourself stuck without a great read.

We're very proud to introduce Amazon Kindle and we hope you like it as much as we do.

- The Amazon Kindle Team

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Linksys WPC54G Wireless-G Notebook Adapter

LINKSYS WPC54G - Wireless-G is the emerging 54 Mbps wireless networking standard that's almost five times faster than the widely deployed Wireless-B ( 802.11b ) products found in homes, businesses and public wireless hotspots around the country. The best part is, since they share the same 2.4GHz radio band, Wireless-G devices talk to existing 11 Mbps Wireless-B equipment. View product details

Iomega Desktop Hard Drive 500GB Hi-speed USB 2.0 External Hard Drive

Iomega's 33654 is simply a great external drive for fast USB connectivity with either a Macintosh or Windows PC computer. Iomega's Limited Edition Desktop Hard Drive is the affordable way to save precious memories. It has 500GB storage for lots of data. Apart from written files, 500GB translates to lots of other file types - Save up to 2,000,000 photos, 9,250 hours of music, or 750 hours of video. Not only is this drive economical but it is very easy-to-use and preformatted for simple set up - just plug and play. AC-powered, it's a fast, efficient way to add storage to your current desktop. It's also a great way to transfer files from one computer to the next, solving data-transfer difficulties when upgrading to a new computer. It's from Iomega, a name you've grown to trust and rely on. Add the Iomega 33654 500GB Limited Edition Silver Hi-Speed USB 2.0 External Hard Drive to your PC or Mac for storage today that'll remain true for many tomorrows. 8MB or higher Cache Buffer Unit Dimensions (L x W x H) - 8.75? L x 4.75? W x 1.375? H One-year limited warranty View product details at Amazon

Canon PowerShot SD1000 7.1MP Digital Elph Camera

Chic, simple. Canon looked to the very first ELPH for inspiration when designing the PowerShot SD1000 Digital ELPH, and came up with a quintessential iteration of the icon: slim, clean-lined and fully flat. Inside, the SD1000 Digital ELPH looks only to the future: 7.1 megapixels, a 3x optical zoom and advanced DIGIC III ensure top-quality images, while focus is fast and sharp and red-eye is automatically corrected. The large and more colorful LCD screen now has a tough, anti-reflective coating that makes it as durable as it is beautiful. Shutter Speed - 15-1/1500 sec.; Long Shutter operates with noise reduction when manually set at 1.3-15 sec. Metering - Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot; Control to incorporate facial brightness in Face Detection Shooting Modes menu - Auto, Camera M, Portrait, Special Scene (Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater, Indoor, Kids & Pets), Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color Swap, Digital Macro, Stitch Assist, Movie Image Files - Still Image - Exif 2.2 JPEG / Movie - AVI (Image - Motion JPEG; Audio - WAVE (Monaural) Selectable image resolutions - Still Image - 640 x 480 (Small), 1,600 x 1,200 (Medium 3), 2,048 x 1,536 (Medium 2), 2,592 x 1,944 (Medium 1), 3,072 x 2,304 (Large), 3,072 x 1,728 (Widescreen); Movie - 640 x 480 / 320 x 240 (30 fps/15 fps) available up to 4GB, 320 x 240 (1 min. at 60 fps), 160 x 120 (3 min. at 15 fps), 640 x 480 (2 hrs. at 0.5 fps/1 fps. Playback at 15 fps) Play modes - Still Image - Single, Magnification (approx. 2x-10x), Jump, Auto Rotate, Rotate, Resume, My Category, Histogram, Index (9 thumbnails), Sound Memos, Sound Recorder, Slide Show, Red-eye Correction; Movie - Normal Playback, Special Playback, Auto Rotate, Resume Video output is NTSC and PAL compatible Has USB 2.0 port for image transfer to PC or Mac Unit Dimensions WHD - 3.38 x 2.11 x 0.76 in. / 85.9 x 53.5 x 19.4mm; Weight - About 4.41 oz. / 125g View product details at Amazon

Apple Mac OS X Version 10.5 Leopard

Mac OS X v.10.5 Leopard is the newest release of Apple's innovative, stable and compatible operating system for Macintosh computers. This new release includes an elegant new interface and over 300 new innovations designed to help customers accomplish any task. Improvements have been included for all your favorite Mac programs like iChat and Mail, as well as all-new features such as Quick Look, which lets you peruse the contents of a multiple-page document or video without opening the whole file, and Time Machine, which can recover files in seconds. OS X 10.5 has all this, as well as the exceptional search technology, stunning graphics, rapid connectivity and solid stability you've come to expect from the OSX family of operating systems. iChat now lets you present movies, presentations and virtually any document during your chtas with iChat Theater. You can even save your audio and video chats for sharing or synching with an iPod to play on the go. Communicate with 30 professionally designed stationary template, keep important notes and track to-do items in Mail You can now group applications into Spaces and move between each Space with keyboard shortcuts to organize your windows and reduce clutter View product details at Amazon

Panasonic BB-GT1540B Globarange Expandable Cordless Telephone

Do you want the convenience and flexibility of both a landline and peer-to-peer internet calling in one easy to use cordless phone? With the revolutionary new Panasonic Globarange BB-GT1540 cordless phone system you get both a regular landline phone and an peer-to-peer Internet phone line--utilizing joip telephony service--that lets you make free domestic and international calls between Globarange phones around the world for three years with joip service.1 That's a total of two lines: one landline and one peer-to-peer Internet phone line. View product details at Amazon

PlayStation 3 (60GB)

MODEL- 98000 VENDOR- SONY PLAYSTATION FEATURES- PlayStation 3 Console- 60GB The PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system unleashes a brilliant, high-definition entertainment experience. Featuring the powerful Cell Broadband Engine, PLAYSTATION 3 system delivers an experience beyond anything you know today. With a built-in Blu-ray Disc drive, PlayStation 3 system invites you to a whole new generation in high-definition graphics and digital entertainment. Whether its high-definition gaming, Blue-ray movies, music or online services, PlayStation 3 invites you to Play Beyond. Includes PlayStation 3, Memory Stick/SD/CompactFlash slots, WiFi, and a 60GB Hard Disk Drive. * Includes a Blu-ray Disc player, the latest in high-definition video, Bluetooth, four USB ports, 1080p video, HDMI (cable not included), and the advanced microprocessor, the Cell Broadband Engine. * Blu-ray Disc (BD) is the next-generation media format that delivers the ultimate high-definition entertainment experience. Just like the DVD format offered a technological leap over CDs, Blu-ray Disc is the next leap forward in the natural advancement of data storage and digital entertainment. - Blu-ray Disc offers more than five times the storage capacity of traditional DVDs and can hold up to 25GB on a single-layer disc and 50GB on a dual-layer disc. - Pristine picture quality with the capability for full high-definition resolution 1080p. - Blu-ray Disc gives consumers a smooth way to transition to high- definition by protecting their DVD investments; Blu-ray Disc players are compatible with DVD so existing DVD collections can be enjoyed on Blu-ray hardware. - NOTE: Video output View product details at Amazon

Apple 80 GB iPod classic

The iPod classic features an updated design on the digital media player you already know and love. Some of the new bits include a sleek all-metal enclosure, a massive increase in storage space, a thinner body, and a brand-new user interface featuring Cover Flow. Cover Flow allows you to easily browse through your music collection by flipping through each album's cover art using the Click Wheel. When you find the album you want, you can flip it over for the track listing. Just like you'd do with a real CD or vinyl. Connects to a PC or Mac through USB (using the dock connector) Charge Time - about 4 hours (2 hours fast charge to 80% capacity) Audio Support - AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, & 4), Apple Lossless, WAV, & AIFF Photo Support - Syncs iPod-viewable photos in JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only), and PNG formats Video Support - H.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in. m4v,. mp4, and. mov file formats; H.264 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Baseline Profile up to Level 3.0 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in. m4v,. mp4, and. mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in. m4v,. mp4, and. mov file formats Unit Dimensions - 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.41 Unit Weight - 4.9 oz. Color - Black View product details at Amazon

Apple 4 GB iPod Nano with Video

iPod nano is the small iPod with one very big idea: Video. Now the world's most popular music player lets you enjoy TV shows, movies, video podcasts, and more. The larger, brighter display means amazing picture quality. It features an anodized aluminum top and polished stainless steel back. It'll wow you for hours. Play up to 5 hours of video or up to 24 hours of audio on a single charge. iTunes provides music, movies, TV shows, games and more. All those features within a wafer-thin, 6.5-mm profile makes iPod nano a tiny big attraction you'll just love carrying around! 2-inch (diagonal) liquid crystal display with blue-white LED backlight; 320-by-240-pixel resolution at 204 pixels per inch Compact and lightweight - Unit Size 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.41 inches (103.5 x 61.8 x 10.5 mm)/ Weighs 4.9 ounces Photo support - Syncs iPod-viewable photos in JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only), and PNG formats Internal rechargeable battery delivers up to 24 hours audio or 5 hours video per charge / Recharges in about 3 hours (1.5-hour fast charge to 80% capacity) Includes Earphones, USB cable, dock adapter View product details at Amazon

HDMI 2M (6 Feet) Super High Resolution Cable

These cables are designed to carry digital-only signals from a source to a display. Along with this, digital audio is transmitted over the HDMI cable, making it a versatile alternative to DVI. View product details at Amazon

Linksys WRT54G Wireless-G Router

LINKSYS WRT54G - Wireless-G is the emerging 54 Mbps wireless networking standard that's almost five times faster than the widely deployed Wireless-B ( 802.11b ) products found in homes, businesses and public wireless hotspots around the country. The best part is, since they share the same 2.4GHz radio band, Wireless-G devices talk to existing 11 Mbps Wireless-B equipment. Operates as a DHCP Server NAT technology to protect against Internet intruders Supports VPN pass-through Easy configuration with web browser based configuration utility. View product details at Amazon

Apple 16 GB iPod Touch

With the Apple iPod touch, Apple has married the iPhone's revolutionary multi-touch interface to their popular digital media player. So instead of a Click Wheel, you just use your fingers to flick through your music, photos, and video. Two fingers can be used in a pinching or spreading motion as well, which zooms in and out of photos and web pages. That's right, the iPod touch is the first iPod to offer web access. It does this via built-in Wi-Fi support. There's even a special iTunes Wi-Fi Store, so you can browse and purchase new music and video while you're on the road. Connects to a PC or Mac through USB (using the dock connector) 802.11b/g Wi-Fi Charge Time - about 3 hours (1.5 hours fast charge to 80% capacity) Audio Support - AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, & 4), Apple Lossless, WAV, & AIFF Photo Support - Syncs iPod-viewable photos in JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only), and PNG formats Video Support - H.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in. m4v,. mp4, and. mov file formats; H.264 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Baseline Profile up to Level 3.0 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in. m4v,. mp4, and. mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in. m4v,. mp4, and. mov file formats Unit Dimensions - 4.3 x 2.4 x 0.31 Unit Weight - 4.2 oz. View product details at Amazon

Canon CLI-8 4-Pack Color Ink Tanks for Pixma printers

Just an FYI; the ink set shown here (CLI-8BK, CLI-8M, CLI-8C, and CLI-8Y) also match what's needed in the Canon PIXMA MP530, save for the Canon PGI-5BK 2PK (sold separately). (As of this writing, the MP530 is not listed in the compatible printer list, though the MP500 is. Considering how confusing all this typically gets, I thought I'd mention it.) View product details at Amazon

SanDisk Micro Secure Digital 2 GB Memory Card (SDSDQ-2048-A11M) Retail Package

This was the perfect accessory to my new Sandisk Sansa Express 1 GB MP3 Player! I prefer an inexpensive player with removable storage, especially SD or SD Micro, because I can use the card in my phone, laptop, or whatever ... this card is exactly what the description says, nothing more, nothing less: 2GB of inexpensive storage for your Micro SD capable device. View product details at Amazon

TomTom ONE Portable GPS Vehicle Navigation System

Coming to the United States after making a splash across Europe, the TomTom ONE is a complete portable GPS vehicle navigation device with an incredible range of features. A sleek design, comprehensive wireless capabilities, and a sharp display combine to make the TomTom ONE a vital companion on the road. Like TomTom's other navigation systems, ONE gives you coverage in all fifty of the United States. View product details at Amazon

Garmin Nuvi 350 Pocket Vehicle GPS Navigator with Maps for North America

What if one device could help you navigate anywhere in the U.S. and Canada, while offering travel tips, storing your favorite tunes and photos, providing translation assistance, and more? That device is here, and it's not much bigger than a deck of cards. The Garmin nüvi 350 is set to revolutionize what we expect from a GPS navigation device, or from any device for that matter. View product details at Amazon

Navi-Navi NAV7 Car Navigation GPS And MP3 Player

Listen to music and find your way all with one device, the NAV7 car navigation GPS system. It has a giant 7 inch digital touch screen with a color display, 20GB hardrive for plenty of music and map storage, and turn-by-turn voice navigation. Use all these features and more, at a Vann's-exclusive price. View product details at Amazon

Garmin Nuvi 650 Personal Travel Assistant for North America

Get widescreen navigation at a price that won't break your budget with nuvi 650. This affordable Personal Travel Assistant is perfect for everyday navigation, featuring a super-bright 4.3" widescreen display for improved map viewing, POI lookup and MP3/audio book playback (subscription to Audible.com required). The landscape display has a white backlight and a touchscreen for easy use. It comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the sunlight-readable color screen to enter a destination, and nuvi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. Optional software on plug-and-play SD cards allows you to customize your nuvi for your travel needs. Upload custom POIs, including alerts for speed zones and safety cameras with POI Loader Built in Travel Kit includes MP3 player with sample MP3s, audio books, picture viewer, world clock, currency and measurement converters, calculator and more Add optional software such as Travel and Language Guides to personalize nüvi SD card slot / USB interface for loading data Please note - Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nuvi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me. Unit dimensions - 4.9W x 2.9H x. 9D (12.4 x 7.4 x 2.3 cm) Weight - 6.2 ounces (190 g) NOTICE TO DRIVERS IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA - State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other Garmin dashboard or friction mounting options should be used View product details at Amazon

Garmin StreetPilot c550 Vehicle GPS Navigator

The portable StreetPilot c550 comes ready-to-go right out of the box with plenty of options. This navigator delivers the same, easy-to-use, affordable navigation as our popular selling c300 series with many enhancements. Garmin Lock anti-theft feature that disables the unit from performing any functions until you type in a specific 4-digit PIN or take the unit to a predetermined location. Features exclusive to the StreetPilot c550 include Bluetooth technology integrated with a microphone and dual speakers for hands-free mobile phone calls on a compatible phone. View incoming calls on your c550, and simply tap the screen to answer. Just speak into the built-in microphone while staying focused on your driving. Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling Voice announces streets by name Configurable car icons Preloaded maps for all of North America Fingertip touch-screen interface Look up addresses and points of interest Choose 2D or 3D map perspective Upload custom POIs, including alerts for speed zones and safety cams Add optional software with SD memory card expansion slot Voice - Navigation instructions and warnings with TTS (text-to-speech) Waypoints - 500 with name and graphic symbol Trip computer - Resettable odometer, timers, average and maximum speeds Phone book - Stores contact numbers from paired phones that support book transfer GPS Performance Receiver - SiRFstarIII high-sensitivity GPS receiver Interfaces - USB 2.0 full-speed Power Input - 12/24v Dc Usage - 15w maximum at 13.8v Dc Battery life - up to 8 hours Unit Dimensions - Width 4.4 x Height 3.2 x Depth 2.2 inch (11.3 x 8.2 x 5.6 cm) Unit Weight - 0.59 pounds (269 grams) View product details at Amazon

Garmin Nuvi 360 Pocket Vehicle GPS Navigator with Maps for North America

The Garmin's nuvi 360 is one versatile little GPS. This pocket-sized Personal Travel Assistant operates as a navigator, translator, entertainer & tour guide. The hands-free Bluetooth wireless technology lets you place hands-free calls. Easily look-up and dial numbers from your personalized phone book or from your phone's call history log. Don't know the phone number for your destination? Simply find and dial it from nüvi's extensive points of interest database -- including hotels, restaurants, stores, and attractions. Voice announces streets by name Preloaded with maps for all of North America Fingertip touch-screen interface Look up addresses and points of interest Choose 2D or 3D map perspectives Upload custom POIs, including alerts for speed zones and safety-cams Built-in Travel Kit includes MP3 player with sample MP3 files, audio books, picture viewer, world clock, currency and measurement converters, calculator, and more SD memory card expansion slot USB interface for loading data Built-in lithium ion battery -- between 4-8 hours of battery life, depending on use Unit Dimensions(WxHxD) - 3.87 x 2.91 x 0.87 (98.3 x 73.9 x 22.1 mm) Weight - 5.1 ounces (144.6 grams) View product details at Amazon

Garmin StreetPilot c330 Refurbished GPS

With a simple touch screen interface, automatic route calculation to any destination, and turn-by-turn voice-prompted directions, the StreetPilot c330 GPS navigator is a powerful companion for your adventures on the road. Plus, Garmin has designed the "c-series" of car navigation units to be as simple and easy-to-use as possible-- no more intimidating features, just straightforward, basic navigation at your fingertips. Selecting a destination is as simple as a few finger-strokes, and you can choose between a three-dimensional navigation view or the more traditional "bird's eye" overhead view.
The c330 keeps track of places that you find and stores the fifty most recent finds in an easy to access list called Recent Selections, placing the most recently viewed at the top of the list. This becomes a very helpful feature if you visit the same places over and over and don't want the inconvenient of reloading the information in the unit multiple times. Although the c330 boasts distinctive and sleek styling, simplicity is the name of the game. The only buttons are a rotary volume knob and an on/off switch. The device is secured by a suction-mount cradle that fastens to the windshield for easy portability between vehicles. You can customize the unit's appearance with an array of colored faceplates that are sold separately. For the ultimate out-of-the-box convenience, the StreetPilot c330 comes pre-loaded with highly detailed MapSource City Select street data. The database features an industry-leading five million-plus points of interest, including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, and attractions. The c330's bright, 3.5-inch diagonal, 16-bit color display makes navigation a snap. The unit also features dual integrated speakers for high-quality voice prompts, and an internal lithium-ion battery for out-of-car route planning. It's also worth mentioning that with some GPS units the manual to use them is as thick as a phone book, but it was a pleasant surprise to find that the c330's manual was very easy to use and provided many screen shots to make sure the user understood the units capabilities. If you find yourself on the road looking for addresses often and just want a GPS to tell you where to go simply and clearly than this unit was made for you. View product details at Amazon

Mio C520 Portable Car Navigation System

Enjoy your new widescreen view of the world. The new Mio C520 is based around its 4.3-inch widescreen size making it even easier to use. The Mio C520 makes intelligent use of its widescreen to see the full map view and a selection of route information aside from it. It means that you can easily identify route information, such as points of interest, without quitting the navigation function. Use the C520 for hands-free calling when combined with an optional Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. It automatically switches from navigation to phone mode every time you receive a call. This unique multi-tasking is one of the main advantages of Mio's new MioMap v3.3 interface. The SD/MMC memory card slot expansion slot means you can play all your stored music. Built-in Lithium Battery Cell Battery Capacity - 1300mAh Speaker Built-in loudspeaker (1-Watt) Operating System - Microsoft Windows# CE. Net 5.0 Dimensions - Depth 14.5mm-19.9mm x Width 126mm x Height 81 mm Weight - 190 grams View product details at Amazon

Magellan Maestro 3140 Portable Auto GPS System for U.S./Canada/Puerto Rico

Magellan Maestro 3140 offers advanced, premium navigation at an affordable price. The most intuitive graphical 3.5" touch-screen interface available makes navigation easy. Enter virtually any destination and get turn-by-turn voice guidance to anywhere in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. 4.5 million preprogrammed points of interest help you find your destination even when you don't know the address. Smart-touchicons and Magellan's unique QuickSpell function enable error-free spelling, minimizing steps, so you get a customized route to your destination with just a few touches of the screen. Plus, integrated travel information from AAA TourBook guide travel information gives you instant access to service details and Diamond ratings from the world's leading travel expert. Choose the 2D or 3D view and see your location, route, direction, next turn, destination and more. SayWhere text-to-speech tells you street names for each turn for worry-free navigation. Bluetooth hands-free calling adds safety and convenience to your drive when using your Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone. Maestro 3140 is designed for those who enjoy precision technology with style! It has been created by Magellan; the first name in navigation, and built on years of experience providing the best in GPS navigation and feedback from the millions of users of the Magellan RoadMate and Hertz NeverLost systems. Use the optional Maestro 3140 traffic receiver accessory to have LIVE traffic incident reports delivered to your device to help you find a new route. View product details at Amazon

Garmin Zumo 550 Motorcycle GPS Navigator

Customize your ride with the Zumo 550. Designed by bikers, Zumo's motorcycle-friendly features make it easy to operate. From backroads to rallies, its high-end navigation features give you the freedom to go where you want. Zumo 550 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps and a hefty points of interests (POI) database, including motels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. A rechargeable, removable lithium-ion battery is integrated into Zumo for up to three hours of typical usage. With Zumo's Bluetooth wireless technology, you can talk on the phone safely without removing your gloves or helmet. The SD card expansion makes it easy for storage and route sharing. Download routes to share, even load mp3 files to your unit to enjoy tunes on the road. In addition, JPEG Picture Viewer lets you share photos of your adventures. Voice announces streets by name Upload custom POI, including alerts for speed zones and safety cameras Built-in MP3 player and JPEG Picture Viewer SD card expansion makes it easy for storage and route sharing Glove-friendly touch screen with left-handed controls makes it easy to operate High bright sunlight-readable, UV-resistant display makes it easy to view your screen Motorcycle console for trip information, including fuel gauge to warn you when its time to fill up Motorcycle mount with standard 4-hole AMPS pattern so you can mount it anywhere Unit dimensions - Width 4.8 x Height 3.9 x Depth 1.6 inch Weight - 10.6 ounces View product details at Amazon

Garmin StreetPilot 2730 Vehicle Navigation System

The StreetPilot 2730 offers real-time XM NavTraffic, XM WX Weather, and XM Radio capabilities (these services require an XM Radio subscription, not included). It comes pre-loaded with North America maps-there's no need to download maps from your PC. XM NavTraffic is the first nationwide satellite-based data traffic information service to enable an overlay of current traffic conditions (XM NavTraffic subscription required, service available only in select cities where coverage exists). The StreetPilot 2730 uses this data to automatically calculate and suggest faster alternative routes long before traffic starts backing up. Additionally, it can also receive XM weather data (XM subscription required). Current weather conditions for over 2,000 locations, and weather forecasts for 162 cities, are displayed on-screen. The StreetPilot 2730 also offers more than 150 channels of XM satellite radio (requires an XM Radio subscription, not included), featuring 100-percent commercial-free music, news, sports, and talk. Users can send XM and navigation audio to their car stereo through the StreetPilot's integrated FM wireless transmitter or 3.5 mm stereo headphone/line-out plug. The unit also comes equipped with an MP3 player, and can also work as an audio book player, with content available for purchase from Audible.com with more than 70,000 hours of audio programs from more than 200 content partners (subscription required). In addition to the turn-by-turn voice-prompted navigation available in earlier StreetPilot models, the 2730 actually announces the name of upcoming streets and points of interest-letting drivers keep their eyes on the road. With POI Loader, users can also upload custom points of interest. The StreetPilot 2730 boasts a WQVGA automotive-grade color TFT display with touchscreen that automatically adjusts the unit's backlight for optimum viewing. Unit dimensions - 5.6? W x 3.2? H x 2.0? D / 14 oz

Dream`eo Solo 20GB Portable GPS and Media Player

Conceived to combine the functionalities of an advanced GPS system and a media player with an embedded hard disk, Solo GPS is the perfect response to meet all of the family's digital leisure needs. An indispensable guide for all your travels, it provides you with digital maps with points of interest and detailed itineraries. During the journey, it stores and displays photos and videos, it plays your favourite tracks, and records the best moments shared with your loved ones.

TomTom GO 720 Extra Wide Color Screen and Mapshare GPS Unit

The TomTom GO 720 is the ultimate car navigator, with unique new features and MapShare technology, combined into one compact and stylish design. It comes pre-installed with the most up-to-date maps of the US and Canada stored on the 2GB internal memory, and with unique safety features so drivers always have direct access to safety and roadside assistance information. The extensive "Help Me!" menu includes information such as the nearest police station, hospital, or car repair center. It also allows the user to quickly identify their location for emergency assistance. The shortcut menu lets drivers jump straight to their most accessed information with just one touch on the screen. The enhanced hands-free kit features a new high-quality sound system via Bluetooth. As with all TomTom products, it comes with TomTom HOME, a free desktop application. TomTom's large satellite navigation community contribute and exchange their map corrections through TomTom HOME, making the most accurate maps available to all users. In addition, it comes pre-installed with a host of other TomTom PLUS services including TomTom Weather and TomTom QuickGPSfix (for extra fast connection to GPS satellites). Navigate to millions of POl's, including restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, hotels / Create your own POI categories and add your own locations. Route Planning options include fastest, shortest, avoiding highways or toll roads, pedestrian or limited speed. 4.3-inch (diagonally) 16 by 9 format LCD display (WQVGA; 480x272 pixels). The unit is driven by a 400 MHz CPU with 64MB RAM, and powered by a Lithium-polymer battery that provides 5 hours of continuous operation. Bluetooth-enabled for hands-free calling, and compatible with most mobile phones. Also features a dual microphone for improved sound quality Unit Dimensions: 4.7 inches wide by 3.2 inches high by 0.9 inches deep; 7.7 ounces. Inculudes -year TomTom Warranty.

Nextar C3 3.5" Touch screen GPS In-Car Navigation System with US Mapping +MP3 Player

The Nextar C3 GPS mobile navigation system assures that your days of getting lost are OVER! Finding an address or any one of 1.6 million points of interest, such as the nearest gas station or restaurant, is a snap anywhere in the U.S. Just enter information in the C3's 3.5" touch screen and let the voice prompt and detailed map guide you to the destination. The C3's built in MP3 player will entertain you with your favorite tunes while en route. Just copy your favorite play list onto an SD card and insert into the slot. The C3 moves easily from car to car using the supplied windshield or dash mount. A rechargeable lithium ion battery assures that the unit stays active. The Nextar C3 will provide you with worry free navigation on even the most complex routes! This product comes with 1GB built- in Flash memory, SD card slot for MP3 play, MP3 Song Playing mode (Requires SD Card, not included), 2D or 3D Map viewing mode, day and night mode, turn by turn voice prompts, built in front speaker, Intel Processor, built in GPS receiver SIRFIII. The system includes mounting cradle, suction cup mounting bracket, dashboard mounting disk, remote control, DC adapter, AC adapter, USB Cable, and convenient carrying pouch.

Lowrance iWay 250C Multimedia GPS Portable Navigation System

This really handy, palm-sized go-anywhere GPS navigator is thin in size, fat in GPS navigation performance and multimedia extras -- a perfect fit for any car, any pocket, and even the smallest budget.Special FeaturesSlim, trim design: just 4"W x 3"H x 1"DBuilt-in lithium ion rechargeable battery with built-in charger for cordless navigation in an out of any carMemory card slot for MP3 audio, JPEG photos, mapping preloaded on MMC/SD cardsInternal speaker plus connector support for stereo line out, DC power, USB and optional remote active antennaDisplayBright 3.5" diag., 16-bit color TFT touch-screen display with 320H x 240V pixel resolutionAdjustable while LED screen backlightingNavigation12-channel GPS precision with built-in antenna; remote antenna optionEasy-to-use on-screen menus plus convenient autocomplete feature for address entry2-D and 3-D map display choicesAutomatic turn-by-turn routing and re-routing (for missed turns and detours) with voice and visual directionsSelectable point-to-point navigation mode with retraceable trail for straight-line navigation on water or off-highwayChoice of 12 text display and 7 voice direction languagesStorage for up to 1,000 addressesMappingIncludes 2GB MMC/SD memory card preloaded with high-detail NAVTEQ road mapping with over 4

Nextar HGPS35 3.5 inch Navigation System

NEXTAR HGPS35 3.5 inch Navigation System. Finding an address or any 1 of 1.6 million points of interest is a snap anywhere in the U.S. Just enter information in the HGPS35s 3.5 inch screen and let the voice prompt and detailed map guide you to the destination. The built in MP3 player will entertain you with your favorite tunes on an optional SD card. The HGPS35 moves easily from car to car using the supplied windshield or dash mount. A rechargeable lithium ion battery assures that the unit stays active. The Nextar HGPS35 will provide you with worry free navigation on even the most complex routes. MP3 song playing mode requires optional SD card 2D or 3D map viewing modes Day and Night modes features additional light on the screen for easier viewing Contain photo viewer Turn by Turn voice prompts.

Sourcefire Delivers Protection for Today's Microsoft Vulnerabilities

Sourcefire announces that the Sourcefire Vulnerability Research Team has delivered rules to protect Sourcefire customers and Snort users from seven Microsoft vulnerabilities announced earlier today. These vulnerabilities impact Microsoft Windows, Internet Explorer, Office for Mac, Visual Basic, and XML Core Services.

Within hours of Microsoft's latest disclosure, the Sourcefire VRT created, tested and delivered Snort rules to help protect users from the Microsoft vulnerabilities listed below. These new rules are designed to detect attacks targeting these vulnerabilities and are included in the latest Sourcefire Security Enhancement Update released today.

- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-042 — Critical Microsoft Windows vulnerability could be exploited through attacks on Microsoft XML Core Services, potentially allowing for remote code execution.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-043 — Critical Microsoft Windows, Visual Basic and Office for Mac vulnerabilities could be exploited through attacks on Object Linking and Embedding (OLE), potentially allowing for remote code execution.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-044 — Critical Microsoft Office vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user opens a specially crafted Microsoft Excel file.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-045 — Critical Microsoft Windows vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user viewed a specially crafted Web page using Internet Explorer.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-046 — Critical remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Graphics Rendering Engine in the way that it handles specially crafted images. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability by constructing a specially crafted image that could potentially allow remote code execution if a user opened a specially crafted attachment in e-mail. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could take complete control of an affected system.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-047 — Important Microsoft Windows vulnerabilities could allow code execution if a user viewed a specially crafted file in Windows Media Player.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-050 — Critical vulnerability in the Vector Markup Language implementation in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if a user viewed a specially crafted Web page using Internet Explorer.

Acunetix Launches Web Application Vulnerability List

Acunetix has released an RSS feed which lists known web application vulnerabilities and the specific technologies which they target. Hackers today have an ever increasing list of weaknesses in the web application structure at their disposal, which they can exploit to accomplish a wide variety of malicious tasks. In order to educate the public, Acunetix felt the need to document all vulnerabilities discovered by Acunetix WVS since its inception, and will continue to update this list with every new vulnerability found.

Hackers are constantly searching for new flaws to exploit in web applications. Most of the vulnerabilities affect all dynamic web applications whilst others are known to be dependent on specific application technologies. Whatever the case may be, it has become apparent that as web technologies progress, so do the exploits that come with them which hackers are using in order to compromise sensitive databases, thus posing a threat to the daily operation of online businesses.

Since its introduction to the market, developers at Acunetix have been gathering information on all the known web application vulnerabilities detected by the scanner. These vulnerability "signatures" also reinforce the need for the heuristic scanning capabilities of Acunetix WVS, for the detection of those exploits which have not yet been identified and tagged.

PandaLabs Reports on the Use of Famous Names as Bait to Spread Malware

Using famous names as bait to spread malware is becoming increasingly widespread. The names used normally relate to people who, for one reason or another, are currently in the news. In recent months, several names of well-known people have been used by cyber-crooks to trick users.

George Bush, the US President, appears frequently according to PandaLabs. Worms such as MSNDiablo.A, Nuwar.A and Wapplex.C all spread via email or IM in messages offering users caricatures or videos of President Bush.

A lot of malware typically employs a more seductive approach. The Piggy.A worm, for example, spread in messages claiming to offer photos of celebrities such as Carmen Electra or Britney Spears, while the Haxdoor.PL backdoor Trojan claimed to offer users pictures of Angelina Jolie and Nicole Kidman naked. Another worm, Mops.A, enticed users with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie.

"This is a typical social engineering technique. Users are persuaded to open an enticing file containing malware or to click on a link pointing to an infected file, in this case with the bait of celebrities´ pictures", explains Luis Corrons, Technical Director of PandaLabs.

Music has also been used in social engineering. TelnetOn.A is one of the most notorious 'musical worms' that spreads through P2P programs. It does this by copying itself to shared folders under names such as Eminem.exe, Evanescence.exe or Linkin Park.exe. When unwary users download one of these files, instead of music they will actually be installing a copy of the worm.

It is not just celebrities that have been used by malware. Saddam Hussein and Osama Ben Laden, for example, have been used by several variants of the Bobax family in order to spread. "Even Adolf Hitler has been used by malware creators to distribute malicious code. The malware in question, Saros.C, is a worm that has also used figures such as Bill Gates or Pamela Anderson", says Corrons.

Fictional characters also make an appearance. One of the most frequently used is Harry Potter, whose name has been used to distribute worms such as Hairy.A or Harrenix.A. Even Mario Bros and Lara Croft, from the famous videogames, have recently been recruited by malicious code (RogueMario.A and Downloader.PSJ) in order to spread.

"For this reason users should be wary about seemingly attractive items that arrive via email or instant messaging, and delete these types of messages without opening files or clicking on links", advises Corrons.

MonoSphere Introduces Storage Horizon 3.4

MonoSphere has introduced Storage Horizon 3.4, a solution delivering storage capacity management capabilities to Network Appliance (NetApp) storage environments. Suited for managing large storage environments, this enterprise-class software solution provides Global 3000 companies with a unified view of current and projected storage capacity usage, giving companies the insight to develop effective storage capacity plans and maximize utilization of existing and future storage assets.

Storage Horizon has been enhanced to support NetApp Qtree, FlexVol, FlexClone, and Snapshot technologies, providing a complete solution to optimally manage the capacity of NetApp filers. It is particularly suited to managing the capacity of large environments consisting of many filers.

For Qtrees, NetApp's commonly used storage quota system, the Storage Horizon software provides the necessary analysis to help users quickly understand important issues such as when Qtree usage is over allocated, if the sum of all Qtree allocations is greater than the size of the volume, which Qtrees are forecasted to exceed critical utilization thresholds, and which Qtrees are over-provisioned.

In addition to support for Qtrees, MonoSphere also delivers new support for FlexVols, which provide the basis for NetApp's storage virtualization technology enabling capabilities such as thin provisioning. In MonoSphere's July 2007 survey of 249 senior storage professionals at mid- to large-sized companies, users indicated that the three biggest drawbacks of implementing thin provisioning technology are the increased risk of running out of storage, increased complexity, and the lack of thin provisioning management tools. A total of 77 percent of those surveyed said that a storage capacity management solution that decreased the complexity and risk of managing a thin provisioned environment would increase their use of thin provisioning. The Storage Horizon software solves these challenges for NetApp environments by providing the necessary analysis to quickly understand important issues such as which aggregates are running out of available space for non-space guaranteed storage, which are forecasted to exceed critical utilization thresholds, the size, usage and growth of both space and non-space guaranteed FlexVols; and the degree to which an aggregate is over-provisioned.

The Storage Horizon software also has been enhanced to support NetApp's Snapshot technology, which provides point-in-time copies of file systems. The Storage Horizon software provides the necessary analysis which allows users to quickly understand important issues such as if snapshot reserve is effectively sized, when the snapshot usage is greater than snapshot reserve, or when snapshot reserves are projected to run out.

Before the Storage Horizon software, capacity planning for networked storage was too complex, error-prone and manually intensive. As a result, most companies rarely implement an effective planning process, causing overall storage utilization to be at unacceptable levels. Now, the Storage Horizon software enables storage administrators to proactively plan capacity in a timely, cost effective manner, thereby enabling users to achieve much higher utilization levels, typically greater than 80 percent. The result is a dramatic improvement in storage total cost of ownership (TCO) via decreases in storage capital expenditures – as much as 50 percent – and a reduction in operational expenditures such as power, cooling and floor space. In addition, the Storage Horizon solution does not require installation of software agents on application servers, so the system deploys in hours and immediately begins collecting storage usage data.

Panda Security's Weekly Report on Viruses and Intruders

Shark 2, a Trojan creation tool, is the main subject of this week's PandaLabs report, which also covers Addon.B and MSNPoopy.A, two worms that use MSN Messenger to spread.

Shark 2 is distributed for free in various Internet forums and is very easy to use, which makes it particularly dangerous. The Trojans created with this builder could steal all kinds of confidential data from users' computers if they are not well protected.

"These Trojans pose a threat to users' privacy as cyber-crooks could activate the victim's webcam, if they have one, and watch what they are doing", explains Luis Corrons, Technical Director of PandaLabs.

Shark 2 allows criminals to specify the server the Trojan must connect to, and set the Trojan to run on every system restart, show error messages or run other files. Also, the tool allows malicious users to perform specific actions for processes and services, such as stop certain services, shut down or delete the user server, etc.

Once it has infected a computer, the Trojan created by Shark 2 connects to the server the hacker has chosen and displays a screen that allows them to take various actions, including commanding the malware to steal all kinds of passwords (for instant messaging services, email, banking services, etc.).

The cyber-criminal can also run a large number of utilities on the infected computer, for example, to modify the registry or edit the host file. By doing this, they could redirect users to phishing or infected pages.

Trojans created with this tool can also take screenshots, capture audio and log keystrokes.

"Malware creators can use this tool to build Trojans capable of attacking users on several fronts, but always with the same goal: get information that they can easily turn into some kind of financial gain", states Corrons.

The first worm covered in today's report is Addon.B, a malware specimen that sends a .zip file called Foto_celular by MSN Messenger. If the user opens it and runs the file inside, they will be installing a copy of the worm on their computer.

Addon.B copies itself to all drives under the name Foto_celular.scr. Once run, this file downloads the second component of the worm, sexy.wm. This malware, in turn, connects to two web pages waiting for commands ranging from downloading other malicious codes onto the infected computer to updating itself.

MSNPoopy.A uses similar techniques to Addon.B to spread through MSN Messenger. In this case, it uses sentences like "look @ my cute new puppy :-D" or "look @ this picture of me, when I was a kid " to entice users into opening the attached file, which has names such as img1756 and is compressed in .zip format.

If the targeted user opens it and runs the file inside, they will become infected. Also, all the users in the victim's Address Book will receive the message the worm sends, with the possibility of becoming infected.

MSNPoopy.A edits the Windows Registry to ensure it is run every time the system is started up. It also tries to connect to other instant messaging channels to send out information or continue spreading.

"It shouldn't surprise anyone that cyber-crooks are increasingly using instant messaging to distribute their creations. These are services used by millions of people every day, so they make a very easy and quick way of infecting a huge number of users", explains Corrons.

PandaLabs Reports on the Danger behind IM Applications

Instant messaging has become increasingly popular lately. Programs like MSN Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger, AIM, etc, are more and more used as a means of communication among users. However, these programs can pose a threat to users due to the possibility of sharing files, folders, or even entire disk drives.

"Malware creators have found an open door in these tools to distribute their creations to an incredibly large number of computers. To this end, they use social engineering techniques to try to trick users into downloading malicious codes", explains Luis Corrons, Technical Director of PandaLabs.

A message claiming to contain some photos is the most common way of spreading this type of malware. It is easy for trusting users to accept and open these files, downloading malware onto their computers.

Addon.B and MSNPoopy.A have been the latest examples of worms designed to spread through these platforms. The first one uses MSN Messenger to send out a .zip file called Foto_celular. Once the file is run by the victim, it downloads the second component of the worm, called sexy.wm. MSNPoopy.A uses texts like "look @ my cute new puppy :-D" or "look @ this picture of me, when I was a kid" to entice users into opening the attached file, which has names such as img1756 and is also compressed in .zip format.

"Another example of malware that has used this type of program is MSNDiablo.A. This specimen included a link which supposedly allowed users to view a series of animations of George W. Bush. However, the link actually downloaded a Trojan", says Corrons.

Due to the wide use of this type of malware distribution techniques, PandaLabs has prepared a series of tips for using instant messaging programs correctly.

First, do not click any links or download files that come from unknown sources. If the file or link does come from a known contact, make sure the contact is actually sending you the files and it is not some kind of automatic message generated by a malicious code. Ask the contact about the files that they wanted to send you.

Always use secure passwords. The longer the password and the more various the characters it contains, the more secure it will be. Mixing letters and numbers and using capital letters is a good way of making passwords safer.

Never reveal personal or confidential information in chats. This is particularly important in corporate environments, as a company's confidential data are a primary target for cyber-crooks. Also, if you are using a public computer, be careful to disable the automatic sign-in option. This way, we will prevent other users from having free access to your instant messaging accounts.

Entering your email address in a public place is a way to provide cyber-criminals with one more address to send spam to, as well as a possible target for their malicious codes. Be careful not to disclose your email address unnecessarily.

Finally, be particularly careful with children's usage of these programs as it is not only malware that they might be exposed to, but also they might get in contact with inappropriate or dangerous people.

IPsmarx Unveils New Video Over IP Product SmarxVideo

IPsmarx Technology announces that clients who own the IPsmarx Softswitch solution can now offer Video over IP to their end-users. IPsmarx's SmarxVideo provides clients with simultaneous voice and video support and added features to personalize and unify communications. Service providers are now able to offer advanced features to both residential and business end-users. The residential end-users will have closer correspondence with friends and family while businesses can use the feature to add an increased level of personalization with their partners and clients, especially those located in other countries or remote cities.

NetEffect's 10Gb Ethernet Adapter for IBM BladeCenter H System

NetEffect has announced the availability of the newest member of its NE020 Family of Ethernet adapters – the 10Gb Ethernet adapter for the IBM BladeCenter H system. The dual-port NetEffect NE020BCH Mezzanine adapter enables IBM customers to meet the most challenging requirements for scale-up or scale-out environments while extending their existing investments in Ethernet standard hardware and software.

In today's data center, more IT managers are increasingly turning away from deploying and supporting multiple interconnect technologies in favor of standardizing on Ethernet-based solutions with the latest iWARP extensions ratified by the IEEE and IETF. NetEffect's 10Gb Ethernet adapters offer performance equal to, or better than, proprietary interconnects, while maintaining compliance with the ubiquitous IEEE networking standard and leveraging familiar infrastructure management tools.

NetEffect uniquely delivers high throughput and low latency with the lowest energy usage of any 10Gb Ethernet adapter available. The NE020BCH draws less than 8 watts for a dual-port adapter, significantly less than competing solutions. By dramatically reducing power consumption, NetEffect also reduces cooling requirements, providing a suitable solution for power and cooling-constrained high-density blade computing environments. Reduced power and cooling requirements allow IT managers to more fully populate a blade chassis, provide a higher return on their hardware investment, and achieve greater processing power per square foot in the data center.

The NE020 is also the first Ethernet adapter to support more than 10Gbps throughput with standard sockets-based applications while driving latency down to levels previously achieved only by costly proprietary solutions. And unlike the competition, the NetEffect NE020 Family of adapters maintains its low latency and high performance under real-world data center loads. This is achieved through the NE020's virtual pipeline architecture that incorporates the industry's first full implementation of the iWARP extensions to Ethernet, including TCP Offload, iWARP (RDMA over Ethernet) and User-level Direct Access.

Sourcefire Delivers Protection for Today's Microsoft Vulnerabilities

Sourcefire announces that the Sourcefire Vulnerability Research Team has delivered rules to protect Sourcefire customers and Snort users from seven Microsoft vulnerabilities announced earlier today. These vulnerabilities impact Microsoft Windows, Internet Explorer, Office for Mac, Visual Basic, and XML Core Services.

Within hours of Microsoft's latest disclosure, the Sourcefire VRT created, tested and delivered Snort rules to help protect users from the Microsoft vulnerabilities listed below. These new rules are designed to detect attacks targeting these vulnerabilities and are included in the latest Sourcefire Security Enhancement Update released today.

- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-042 — Critical Microsoft Windows vulnerability could be exploited through attacks on Microsoft XML Core Services, potentially allowing for remote code execution.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-043 — Critical Microsoft Windows, Visual Basic and Office for Mac vulnerabilities could be exploited through attacks on Object Linking and Embedding (OLE), potentially allowing for remote code execution.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-044 — Critical Microsoft Office vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user opens a specially crafted Microsoft Excel file.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-045 — Critical Microsoft Windows vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user viewed a specially crafted Web page using Internet Explorer.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-046 — Critical remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Graphics Rendering Engine in the way that it handles specially crafted images. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability by constructing a specially crafted image that could potentially allow remote code execution if a user opened a specially crafted attachment in e-mail. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could take complete control of an affected system.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-047 — Important Microsoft Windows vulnerabilities could allow code execution if a user viewed a specially crafted file in Windows Media Player.
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS07-050 — Critical vulnerability in the Vector Markup Language implementation in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if a user viewed a specially crafted Web page using Internet Explorer.

NetXen Provides First 10-Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter Technology for HP BladeSystem c-Class Servers

NetXen announces that its NetXen Intelligent NIC solution will be used in the HP NC512m Dual Port 10GbE Multifunction BL-c Server Adapter. The HP NC512m network adapter includes NetXen's Linux Sockets Acceleration for the HP BladeSystem c-Class family of high-performance blade servers. NetXen's Intelligent NIC controller is now offered in 10GbE adapters across the entire portfolio of HP BladeSystem servers, providing a consistent user experience and feature set for 10GbE connectivity.

The HP NC512m multifunction server adapter offers the highest bandwidth available in an HP BladeSystem Ethernet adapter and supports stateful Linux TCP offloading based on NetXen's LSA technology. Support for accelerated iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) and RDMA (Remote Direct Memory Access) are planned for future firmware releases. The NC512m is compatible with the new corresponding HP 10Gb Ethernet BL-c Switch, providing a complete solution for 10-Gigabit connectivity all the way from the server to the core network.

The NetXen NX2031 Intelligent NIC is a highly integrated, dual-port network controller that features two 10GbE ports and a native x8 PCI Express interface. It improves the efficiency of 10GbE-based servers by enabling them to offload a variety of protocols including TCP/IP, RDMA, iSCSI and security. The Intelligent NIC is fully programmable, providing the NC512m the capability to add these features via future firmware upgrades.

AMD Validated Server Platforms Now Certified for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server from Novell

At LinuxWorld San Francisco, AMD announces the availability of AMD Validated Server platforms certified for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server from Novell, further confirming AMD's commitment to the channel by offering solution providers the ability to brand and differentiate their solutions to address customer needs. AMD is delivering solution providers a validated server platform with Novell "YES Certified" designation that is compatible with SUSE Linux Enterprise Server and will be fully supported by both AMD and Novell.

Together, AMD and Novell are providing solution providers with more choice through an easier, faster and less expensive process by which to obtain certified and pre-configured Linux-based server platforms. Having completed the Novell YES Certified testing on AMD Validated Server barebones platforms, Supermicro Computer, Tyan Computer Corporation and Uniwide Technologies are the first original design manufacturers to offer these platforms. Solution providers will now have the ability to leverage this testing and offer configured Novell YES Certified SKUs, expediting the certification process dramatically.

AMD Validated Server platforms for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server represent another milestone in the relationship between AMD and Novell. AMD's alignment with the Novell YES Certified program will help broaden the AMD Validated Server program's reach into the Linux community, enabling solution providers to offer their customers the choice of high-quality, reliable, and stable open-standard server solutions based on state-of-the-art technology.

Make-A-Wish Foundation Improves Network Management with WTI Power Management Solution

The Make-A-Wish Foundation can now remotely manage power to its critical servers through an in-kind donation by Western Telematic. The company donated two of its IPS-1600-D20 power management devices to the organization, giving IT staff members the ability to reboot servers and other network equipment over the Internet. When network devices lock up, the problem can often be corrected by cycling power off and on to initiate a reboot. Although this procedure is simple when the device is located in the next room, it can be troublesome and expensive if the device is located at a remote site. WTI's remote power control and reboot products provide a reliable, cost-effective way to re-start locked-up devices at remote locations.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation is the world's largest wish-granting charity, enriching the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its mission.

The Foundation's IT staff supports a wide variety of critical servers both at its national office in Phoenix and at a remote facility. The staff also supports 100 local workstations and provides support to the Foundation's 69 chapters nationwide.

By implementing the IPS's, the IT department is able to log into a Web-based management console and select the port of the server for which power management is needed. The IPS interface allows the administrator to assign meaningful names to the 16 individual ports so the operator can select the proper server at a glance. It also allows the administrator to assign a unique user name and password to each port to restrict access to certain devices, allowing the administrator to fine-tune power security.

Symmetricom's GPS Network Time Servers for Next-Gen Networks

Symmetricom has announced its Global Positioning System (GPS) network time servers, the SyncServer S300/S350. These ultra-precise network time servers use the latest Network Time Protocol to synchronize time on servers, workstations and a variety of network elements for expanding IT enterprises. In addition to building on the feature set of their predecessors, the S300/S350 models add faster NTP packet processing, enhanced security and time source redundancy. The S300/S350 models also offer industry leading NTP responsiveness with four time ports including Gigabit Ethernet for high availability, security and throughput, supporting hundreds of thousands of network clients while maintaining microsecond-caliber NTP timestamp accuracy.

Accurately synchronized clocks are critical for network log file accuracy, security, billing systems, electronic transactions, database integrity, VoIP and many other next generation applications. The SyncServer S300/S350 models include all the features of the SyncServer S200/S250 and add:

•  Gigabit Ethernet Port in addition to three 10/100Base-T ports – The four completely independent ports provide the flexibility needed to easily adapt to different and changing network topologies and security requirements.
• RADIUS Authentication – For maximum security and easy password management, particularly when there are multiple administrators that need access to the servers.
•  Time Reference Security – To assure access to accurate time beyond GPS, a back-up time reference to national dial-up time services including NIST/ACTS Service is standard and an AM radio to synchronize to national time broadcasts is optional.
•  Autokey – To assure both time packet integrity and the time source, Autokey uses secure digital signatures easily configured and managed through the excellent web interface.
• Alarm Relays for Monitoring Systems – In-depth internal monitoring, very flexible configurations and external alarming.
•  Enhanced Options – Atomic clock configurations with Symmetricom Rubidium oscillators, Low Frequency Radio (DCF77/JJY/WWVB) and T1/E1 input/output reference.

Garmin GPS V 19MB Handheld Navigator

The GPS V Deluxe is one versatile navigator that delivers automatic routing, detailed mapping and WAAS capability - all in a compact handheld GPS. It comes with the MapSource City Select CD, which gives you access to detailed street-level maps with locations of restaurants, hotels and other services. Use the GPS V Deluxe to look up a location and it will automatically calculate a route and guide you to your destination with turn-by-turn directions and audible beeps that alert you to upcoming turns. You can even switch the display from horizontal, for mounting on a bike or a vehicle dash, to vertical for handheld use. Source