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Technology is changing the face of American politics, say many experts, and at least one Web pioneer calls it the biggest change since the American Revolution.

Combining Bluetooth® wireless technology with microphone/speaker handset, MR F300 BT is designed for non-emergency phone conversations on boats. It routes incoming phone calls through speaker, and relays outgoing voice audio through noise-canceling microphone. Rated submersible to JIS7 specification, product offers large, illuminated display, caller ID for incoming calls, auto redial, phone book and call log, and external audio output which connects to boat stereo's auxiliary input.This story is related to the following:Communication Systems and EquipmentComputer Hardware and PeripheralsSearch for suppliers of: Wireless Communication Systems | Handset Telephones | Marine Telephones

Acting as adapter, AcPC4610 Carrier Cards are used to implement I/O and other functions from mezzanine modules when PMC slots are not available on SBC or processor boards in 3U CompactPCI computer systems. PLX technology PCI6540 bridge device provides transparent 32-bit, 33/66 MHz PCI/PCI bridge for data transactions from PCI bus to PMC site. Offered in air- or conduction-cooled models, cards support 3.3 and 5 Vdc signaling as well as front and rear-panel access to field I/O signals.This story is related to the following:Computer Hardware and PeripheralsSearch for suppliers of: CompactPCI Computer Boards

Based on advanced true quad-core architecture, AMD Phenom(TM) X4 processors feature HyperTransport(TM) 3.0 and Cool'n'Quiet(TM) 2.0 technology. AMD Phenom X4 9850 Black Edition has clock multiplier control for tunable performance that allows users to run multiple processor-intensive applications simultaneously. AMD Phenom X4 9550, 9650, 9750, and 9850 Black Edition offer 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, and 2.5 GHz frequencies, respectively.This story is related to the following:RoboticsComputer Hardware and PeripheralsSearch for suppliers of: Microprocessors | Multiprocessors | Communications Processors

Ian Lamont writes 'Tyler Boudreau, a Marine veteran of the war in Iraq and a blogger, has written an interesting analysis of the impact of email, IM, and other digital devices upon 'ground-pounders' and their commanders in the field. These innovations were introduced in hopes of increasing situational awareness, rapidly gathering data, analyzing it, organizing it, and then pushing it back out to operators as actionable intelligence. They also provide commanders with the freshest possible information and aid them in their moment-to-moment decision-making. However, Boudreau found that the technologies can lead to micromanagement and deep frustration, trends that he illustrates by describing a shooting incident in al Anbar and its aftermath. He also warns that soldiers can become too dependent upon headquarters for critical decisions, which can lead to dangerous situations when communications get cut off.' of this story at Slashdot.

Dell on Thursday introduced a new, colorful laptop line aimed at artistic and creative consumers. Combining aesthetics and technology, the new Studio line launched with two distinctively styled laptops: the Dell Studio 15 and Dell Studio 17. Both offer sleek designs, striking visual color elements and personalization options.

Joel finds relief for chronic pain in a brilliant piece of technology.

beadfulthings writes 'In light of recent discussions about the Internet habits of the older generation, it's comforting to know that in North Carolina, up to 10,000 license plates containing the potentially offensive 3-letter WTF combination will be replaced by the Motor Vehicles division at no cost — if the owner of the vehicle finds the plates offensive. As reported on Winston-Salem's television station WXII, the MVD was alerted to the problem by an irate 60-year-old technology teacher who'd been clued in by her grandchildren. The article includes a helpful slide show of twenty Internet acronyms every parent should know. The article doesn't include any information on how you could actually apply for a WTF license plate.' of this story at Slashdot.

HP researchers find the missing link of processor technology.

snydeq writes 'Fatal Exception's Neil McAllister questions the relevance of the recent opening of Java given the wealth of options open source developers enjoy today. Sure, as the first full-blooded Java implementation available under a 100 percent Free Software license, RedHat's IcedTea pushes aside open source objections to developing in Java. Yet, McAllister asks, if Java really were released today, brand-new, would it be a tool you'd choose? 'The problem, as I see it, is twofold,' he writes. 'First, as the Java platform has matured, it has become incredibly complex. Today it's possible to do anything with Java, but no one developer can do everything — there simply aren't enough hours in the day to learn it all. Second, and most important, even as Java has stretched outward to embrace more concepts and technologies — adding APIs and language features as it goes — newer, more lightweight tools have appeared that do most of what Java aims to do. And they often do it