Keeping a Sharp eye on technology Happy accident leads to firm's inventions of LCD calculators, TVs Daily Yomiuri Online
In 1964, major consumer electronic firm Sharp Corp. developed the world's first electronic calculator. However, they were quickly joined in the business by Casio Computer Co. and other firms, which created fierce competition and a quick decline in prices.
Troubled high school struggles to get back on track Austin American-Statesman
Federal laws provide penalties, little guidance for fixing schools. Morning staff meetings at Albert S. Johnston High School's science academy begin with mandatory "Good News," a celebration of baby steps and a period of focused — and occasionally forced — optimism.
Employers Offer Electronic Medical Data News 8 San Diego
Five of the nation's largest employers plan to soon give their workers a unique health care benefit _ their very own electronic medical record that they can take when they travel, change jobs or see a new doctor.
New Portable Medical Records Can Save Lives In An Emergency Medical News Today
A new computer application called ViRec(TM) uses portable storage technology called a flash drive to privately record vital medical information for emergency viewing by medical personnel. Additionally, the ViRec application optionally fers medical records from the storage unit to a cell phone for emergency reference. [click link for full article]
Guard your privacy at work CNN Money
There are few bright lines dividing your private life from work these days. Who hasn't done something like this?
Capgemini Adds To Warchest Forbes
The French technology consulting firm is on an acquisition rampage.
Science Museum Shows "Future of Gaming" Spong
Event showcases technology from the future
Technology brings police up to speed Sentinel & Enterprise
LUNENBURG -- Police forces across North Central Mass. will soon be able to instantaneously share information about crime suspects thanks to nearly $900,000 in federal grants received over the last two years, police and state officials said at a press conference Tuesday.
ZAS - IEG present the latest in sustainable building, design and technology at Cityscape AME Info
ZAS International Architects (ZAS), a leading integrated and sustainable design consultants and the International Energy Group (IEG), the regions first strategic alliance to promote clean and renewable energy, presented the latest in sustainable building, design and technology at Cityscape Dubai 2006, the region's premier property investment and development event being held at the Dubai
NComputing, Inc. Signs Distribution Deal with D&H Distributing Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.----NComputing, Inc., developer of a patented, shared-computing solution that delivers full PC functionality for as little as $70 a seat, announced today that the company has signed a distribution deal with D&H Distributing, one of America's oldest and largest distributors of computer and consumer electronics products to the reseller channel.
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