February 7th, 2005
SFGate | Why Does Windows Still Suck? / Why do PC users put up with so many viruses and worms? Why isn’t everyone on a Mac?

First a disclaimer- I don’t own a Mac, I am not a Mac addict though I have plenty of friends who are, even though I have used one from time to time and I am regular at the Mac Users group in my university. Is this article an anti-Microsoft rant or a pro-Mac eulogy or a honest look into Windows flaws or a combination of all three- I leave you the reader to decide.

February 7th, 2005
Arstechnica | Muscle tissue-powered robots no longer confined to iD games

Making biological tissue work with / survive and grow independently in man-made electronics and mechanical components has been a dream of many futurists and sci-fi authors. This dream is slowly becoming reality and integrated bio-mechanical systems may be a boon for prosthetics and artificial organs.

February 7th, 2005
addict3d.org | A Tiny Engine

Addicted has a report on how a miniature combustion engine may give power on the move. A prototype developed by MIT and GeorgiaTech researchers, generates around 1.1W and the technology seems scalable to higher more useful power output.

February 7th, 2005
addict3d.org | A Tiny Engine

Addicted has a report on how a miniature combustion engine may give power on the move. A prototype developed by MIT and GeorgiaTech researchers, generates around 1.1W and the technology seems scalable to higher more useful power output.