Ubisoft officially dumps Starforce
Citing “complaints,” the publisher ends its relationship with the copyright-protection provider.
Following several days of rumors, Ubisoft has officially confirmed that it will no longer use the controversial digital-rights software from Starforce. “Ubisoft has decided to use an alternative copy protection system to Starforce for upcoming releases,” said a rep for the company. [...]
Microsoft Software Forum Networks (MSFN), has a complete guide on how to completely customize your Windows installation CD.
Slipstream Hot fixes, silently install applications, automatically configure WLAN settings, themes, visual styles, etc.
You can make a Windows install that does everything you’ve always wanted.
I see a great use for this, as a Computer rebuild DVD.
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Worst tech of 2006 (so far)
Calling a piece of tech the “best” often starts an argument, but just about everyone knows a lemon when they see it. December is a long way away, but we couldn’t wait to put together a list of the worst tech, tech events, and downloads of 2006. If there’s a [...]
Running Photoshop plugins in the GIMP, even under Linux
By: Nathan WillisLinux advocates are familiar with the refrain that would-be switchers in the graphic arts have to rely on Adobe Photoshop under Windows because it can do things that the GIMP can’t. An important but altogether different hurdle is the installed (and paid-for) base of often [...]
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ITC Library, OpenType Edition
Celebrating more than 35 years of design excellence, International Typeface Corporation introduces the ITC Library, OpenType Edition. With new OpenType versatility, 100 new typefaces, and a perfect blend of classic text and innovative display designs, this is ITC’s most powerful collection to date.
I wondered how long it would be before we started [...]
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Watch this video for the iAlertU software that acts like a car alarm for the MacBook Pro using the remote and the motion sensor in the MacBook Pro to alert you if your laptop is being stolen. It’s pretty cool.
Why do Macs have all the great toys.
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This blog is written by a Windows veteran, a Mac newbie, describing his switch to Mac from Windows. It’s both slightly technical and very technical, ranging from IM clients to setting up PHP/MySQL.
Worth a read, especially for people considering a switch. Also a frank look at teh expectations, and discovering of biased that you [...]
I was BSing with some friends and somehow we eneded up on the topic of the old HP Terminals that used to be used out at Napa Valley College and some of the unusual stuff Chris had done with them.
A bit of necessity plus a lot of free time equals…
…Anyways, since I was doing so [...]
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I ran acrossed this comprehnsive list that was posted in this Forum post of every 2006 PC Game announced. I have to say there is a little of everything in this list. From killer First Person Shooters, Simulators, Real Time Strategies and just kicking little games.
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There have been rumors ever since EA’s annual report where they talk about their aquisition of DICE and the Battlefield franchise about an upcoming game that was titled bf2142. A leaked video showed mechs and a very futristic battle…
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