Simple Thoughts (Technology) – Newsletter for September 10, 2010
Friday, September 10, 2010
“Here you have” Virus Threatens Cyber-security!
On Thursday, a malicious worm infiltrated several high profile US companies and thousands of other local users. This new virus is called “Here you have” and is masquerading as a benign PDF inside a spam e-mail.
The e-mail which contains the subject line “Just for you” or “here you have” contains a link to what appears …. Source article : “Here you have” Virus Threatens Cyber-security!.
Nokia fires CEO Kallasvuo, brings in Microsoft exec as it struggles with stiff competition
Nokia replaces CEO with Microsoft exec
HELSINKI – Nokia Corp. will replace CEO Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo with Stephen Elop from Microsoft on Sept. 21, the world’s largest handset maker said Friday, as it struggles to keep pace with smaller and more innovative rivals, particularly in the smartphone market.
With Nokia stock down more than … Read more : Nokia fires CEO Kallasvuo, brings in Microsoft exec as it struggles with stiff competition.
Nokia fires CEO Kallasvuo as handset maker struggles against stiff competition from rivals
Nokia fires CEO as it fights fierce competition
HELSINKI – Nokia Corp. says it will dismiss CEO Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo, as the world’s largest handset maker struggles against fierce competition from rivals.
The company said Friday that Kallasvuo will be replaced by Stephen Elop, who heads Microsoft’s business division, as president and chief executive Sept. 21.
The …. Original article : Nokia fires CEO Kallasvuo as handset maker struggles against stiff competition from rivals.
London primary school outsources mathematics teaching to India
LONDON – In a first of its kind in the UK, a primary school in London is reportedly outsourcing teaching to India to lead mathematics lessons for 11-year-olds, because Indian tutors are cheaper to hire than home-grown teachers.
According to The Telegraph, the Ashmount Primary school is using call centre-style staff in India to lead mathematics … Read more : London primary school outsources mathematics teaching to India.
Socialize, then search: Facebook edges past Google in contest for Web surfers’ precious time
Facebook inches past Google for Web users’ minutes
SEATTLE – U.S. Web surfers are spending more time socializing on Facebook than searching with Google, according to new data from researchers at comScore Inc.
In August, people spent a total of 41.1 million minutes on Facebook, comScore said Thursday, about 9.9 percent of their … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Socialize, then search: Facebook edges past Google in contest for Web surfers’ precious time.
Study lists 5 economic strengths for Nebraska, saying state is well-positioned for growth
Study: Neb. well-positioned for economic growth
LINCOLN, Neb. – Nebraska has a diverse economy that is positioned well to grow, but the state needs to work on turning its growing research and development into new products, according to a report released Thursday by GOP Gov. Dave Heineman.
Five industries have emerged as Nebraska’s strengths, with growth outpacing … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Study lists 5 economic strengths for Nebraska, saying state is well-positioned for growth.
Schwarzenegger to promote California’s bid for 2020 World Expo during trip to East Asia
Governor to promote Calif. World Expo bid in Asia
SAN FRANCISCO – California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger plans to use his platform on a trip to East Asia this week to promote Silicon Valley as a possible location for the 2020 World Expo.
The governor will promote a new plan that would bring the exposition to the United …. Read the original article : here.
Meet the new boss: Hurd to adjust to life as deputy under Ellison in test of friendship
Hurd’s Oracle gig: Is Ellison perk or problem?
SAN FRANCISCO – As co-president at Oracle Corp., ousted Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd will have to adapt to a new role playing second fiddle to one of Silicon Valley’s most domineering bosses – Larry Ellison.
Although the two men have been pals for several years, working … Original article on : Meet the new boss: Hurd to adjust to life as deputy under Ellison in test of friendship.
Military almost scrambled fighter jets for errant drone near DC, renewing air safety worries
Errant drone near DC almost met by fighter jets
WASHINGTON – The U.S. military almost launched fighter jets and discussed a possible shoot-down when an errant Navy drone briefly veered into restricted airspace near the nation’s capital last month, a senior military official said Thursday.
The incident underscores safety concerns with unmanned aircraft as defense officials campaign … Original article on : Military almost scrambled fighter jets for errant drone near DC, renewing air safety worries.
A selection of Apple’s App Store approval guidelines
Some of Apple’s approval guidelines for App Store
These are some of the guidelines Apple Inc. says it uses in vetting applications for its App Store, which serves iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches:
- Apps that exhibit bugs will be rejected.
- Apps that duplicate apps already in the App Store may be rejected, particularly if … Original article on : A selection of Apple’s App Store approval guidelines.
FDA warns 5 electronic cigarette companies about making health claims
FDA sends warning letters to e-cigarette companies
RICHMOND, Va. – The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning Thursday to makers of electronic cigarettes, saying some make unproven health claims, but also said the agency wants to work with them to clarify what’s legal.
The FDA said Thursday it sent warning letters to five companies that make … Original article on : FDA warns 5 electronic cigarette companies about making health claims.
Why HP Hurricane, WebOS Tablet so Special?
There is a rumor that HP is going to get rid of its Windows 7 based tablet in favor of PalmOS based Tablet. The new WebOs based Tablet is expected to release Q1, 2011. The specs or price of the new Tablet is not known yet. HP canceled Windows 7 based Tablet plan after … Read more »»».
IT professionals slam US decision to forbid outsourcing of government projects
BANGALORE – Slamming the decision of the US state of Ohio to forbid outsourcing of Information Technology (IT) projects by government departments, IT industry professionals here termed the move ‘discriminatory’ and ‘protectionist’.
Ohio’s governor Ted Strickland issued an executive order banning the spending of public … Original article on : IT professionals slam US decision to forbid outsourcing of government projects.
Apple issues guidelines for iPhone’s App Store, but leaves room for interpretation
Apple publishes guidelines for app approval
NEW YORK – Apple Inc. on Thursday gave software developers the guidelines it uses to determine which programs can be sold in its App Store, yet it reserved for itself broad leeway in deciding what makes the cut.
The move follows more than two years of complaints from developers …. Source article : Apple issues guidelines for iPhone’s App Store, but leaves room for interpretation.
‘Cause this is thriller: Left for dead by MTV, music videos rebound on Web
Left for dead by MTV, music videos rebound on Web
NEW YORK – It wasn’t long ago that the music video was on life support.
MTV – which will hold its 27th annual Video Music Awards on Sunday – phased out videos in favor of reality programming and other shows that attracted better ratings. At … Read : ‘Cause this is thriller: Left for dead by MTV, music videos rebound on Web.
J-K police take cognisance of controversial video clip
SRINAGAR – The Jammu and Kashmir Police have taken cognizance of the three-minute video clip purportedly showing two boys being paraded allegedly by some security personnel in Sopore, uploaded on the You Tube and Facebook.
“In the initial investigation it has been found …. Original article : J-K police take cognisance of controversial video clip.
Police start probe into video clip of Kashmiri youth
SRINAGAR – The Jammu and Kashmir police Thursday registered a case of false and malicious propaganda for the uploading of a three-minute video clip, purportedly of four youth being paraded naked by security forces, posted anonymously on various social networking websites.
“Police has taken cognizance of the three-minute video clip purportedly showing some boys being paraded … Original article on : Police start probe into video clip of Kashmiri youth.
Best Buy to sell the Kindle as Amazon lines up more retailers in e-reader battle
Best Buy to sell Amazon’s Kindle e-reader
MINNEAPOLIS – Best Buy Co. will carry Amazon Inc.’s Kindle starting this fall, the company said Thursday, expanding the number of major retailers Amazon has lined up to sell the device as competition in the e-reader market intensifies.
Officer supplier Staples Inc. said last month that it will …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Best Buy to sell the Kindle as Amazon lines up more retailers in e-reader battle.
New Adobe Zero-day Hole in Reader, Writer
Adobe reported on Wednesday about zero-day flaws in its PDF Reader/Writer which is exploited widely by the hackers. The critical vulnerability was found in Adobe Reader 9.3.4 and earlier versions for Windows, Macintosh, and UNIX, and Adobe Acrobat 9.3.4 and earlier versions for Windows and Macintosh. Details of vulnerability is not known …. Source : New Adobe Zero-day Hole in Reader, Writer.
Is Tosh.0 Responsible for Celebrity Networth.Com Crash??
NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com) — The website named Celebrity networth.com has been shut down without any prior notice. It went out of service after the name of this site was mentioned by Daniel Tosh on his TV show called Tosh.0, which aired this evening on Comedy Central.
The website was created in order to let the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Is Tosh.0 Responsible for Celebrity Networth.Com Crash??.