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A NETWORK of supercomputers is to revolutionise the speed at which information is downloaded to personal computers.

The iPod has become more than a simple music player. It now plays video, it features games, and -- in the case of the iPod touch -- it runs third-party applications. It's basically a pocket computer. And like any other computer, it can be tinkered with to do more than it was originally programmed to do. Hacking into iPods is easier than ever.

Last week was so ugly the economic conditions had me up on YouTube looking for things to put a smile on my face, and I found two -- one that has the 'Pimp My Ride' folks pimping an IT shop with an Xbox -- not some marketing group's best moment -- and an HP ad spoof that has Steve Jobs selling HP computers.

QTERM-G58 rugged, handheld Graphic Operator Interface Terminal is offered with optional internal battery and 802.11 b/g wireless Ethernet. Designed to support industrial and mobile applications, device features 200 MHz processor and transflective color TFT LCD with 320-240 pixel resolution and measuring 88.9 mm diagonal. Memory offerings are up to 32 MB SDRAM, up to 8 MB NOR flash, or up to 8 GB NAND flash. Operating temperature range is 20-60°C.This story is related to the following:Computer Hardware and PeripheralsControls and ControllersSearch for suppliers of: Hand-Held Computers | Industrial Computers | Ruggedized Computers | Operator Interface Terminals

With maximum line rate of 70 kHz and pixel pitch of 10 µm, sprint 8k is based on pixel design that combines features of CCD and CMOS in dual line sensor. Available with 2 different lens mount adapters and accessories, it features area of interest, shading correction, test images, line stamps, configuration sets, and error condition detection. PRNU and DSNU shading corrections let users correct for image variations that may result from optics, lighting, or sensor performance.This story is related to the following:Vision Systems Sponsored by: Keyence Corporation of America - The Internet Resource for Machine Vision SolutionsOptics and Photonics Sponsored by: Keyence Corporation of America - The Source for Digital Microscopy SolutionsComputer Hardware and PeripheralsSearch for suppliers of: CCD Cameras | Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) Cameras | Line Scan Cameras

With operating temperature of 0-50°C and IP65 rated front panels, Pro-Lite II series LCD monitors suit industrial applications where waterproof and dustproof capabilities are required. They feature 4:3 display aspect ratio, contrast ratios 1,000:1, brightness up to 400 cd/m², viewing angles up to 160°, and 3 mm protective glass. Available in wall, rack, panel, and VESA mount orientations, units are offered with capacitive and resistive touch screen options.This story is related to the following:Computer Hardware and PeripheralsDisplay and Presentation EquipmentSearch for suppliers of: Ruggedized Monitors | LCD Monitors | Flat Panel Monitors

Constructed in rugged weather-tight aluminum case, JetNet 4506-M12 M12/IP68 Industrial Managed Ethernet Switch has six IP68 rated M12 Ethernet ports that provide waterproof and dust-tight connection. It includes management features such as port-based VLAN, QoS, IGMP snooping, SNMP and DHCP for traffic isolation, deterministic transmission and network management. Unit has built-in hardware watchdog timer for system auto-reset and Rapid Super Ring technology with failover time less than 5 msec.This story is related to the following:Computer Hardware and PeripheralsSearch for suppliers of: Ethernet Switches | Ruggedized Ethernet Switches | Industrial Ethernet Switches

Able to accommodate keyboard, CPU, printer, supplies, and 21 in. monitor, workstation provides security and protection against dust, dirt, and other airborne contaminants for computers on shop floors. Lexan® upper door insert facilitates screen viewing, and all doors feature keyed-alike, built-in locks. Available with forklift/mobile base, workstation features ergonomic, sliding keyboard shelf; power surge suppressor strip; and adjustable lower shelf that rides on ball bearing slides.This story is related to the following:Material Handling and StorageComputer Hardware and PeripheralsSearch for suppliers of: computer Carts | computer Workstations | computer Cabinets

Generating color images using CMOS dual line sensor with pixel pitch of 10 µm, sprint Color Line Scan Cameras offer speeds of 70 kHz for 2k and 4k resolution variants, and 39 kHz for 8k model. Units include Area Of Interest with speed increase, shading correction, test images, line stamps, configuration sets, and error condition detection. Depending on requirements of application, focus can be either on higher sensitivity, higher color fidelity, or reduced data rate.This story is related to the following:Optics and Photonics Sponsored by: Keyence Corporation of America - The Source for Digital Microscopy SolutionsComputer Hardware and PeripheralsVision Systems Sponsored by: Keyence Corporation of America - The Internet Resource for Machine Vision SolutionsSearch for suppliers of: Line Scan Cameras | Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) Cameras

Including 2 models, BoxPC 108 Series Computers have all metal wall mountable chassis that is designed for rugged, industrial applications. With up to 120 GB, 5,400 rpm SATA HDD with RAID 1/0 configurations, BoxPC 108A utilizes low power 1.5 GHz VIA C7 Processor, while BoxPC 108K uses 3.0 GHz Pentium-4 Processor, both with 800 MHz FSB and up to 1 GB of DDR400 DIMM RAM at 266, 333, and 400 MHz. Units provide range of connectivity options such as Ethernet and USB 2.0 ports.This story is related to the following:Computer Hardware and PeripheralsSearch for suppliers of: Ruggedized Computers | Embedded Computers | Industrial Computers | Personal Computers