Data mining made faster: New method eases analysis of 'multidimensional' information
15:43 22-07-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
To many big companies, you aren't just a customer, but are described by multiple "dimensions" of information within a computer database. Now, a computer scientist has devised a new method for simpler, faster "data mining," or extracting and analyzing massive amounts of such data.
Earnings Outlook: Microsoft expected to post sharp gains
11:49 22-07-2010; source: www.topix.com
Microsoft Corp. is expected to post sharp gains in fiscal fourth-quarter profit and sales when it reports results after the closing bell Thursday, thanks to improving demand for computers loaded with the company's software.
New quantum state of matter discovered in Heusler compounds: Applications in spintronics, quantum computing and new physical effects
00:43 22-07-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Scientists have been researching Heusler compounds, which are an important material class for the use in spintronic applications. Over the past few years, new application areas have emerged in the field of renewable energy, such as solar energy and thermoelectrics. And now Heusler compounds are also being considered for future technologies such as quantum computers.
Black box inventor David Warren Dead at 85
23:49 21-07-2010; source: www.topix.com
When an airliner crashes, the first thing authorities look for are the "black boxes," the flight data and voice recorders. There are even black boxes in cars, today. And on Wednesday, the inventor of the venerable black box, David Warren, died at 85.
Semantic web made easy: Tool developed by computer scientists paves way for web of the future
22:43 21-07-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Researchers in Spain have developed a tool that simplifies the use of the semantic web. The new tool, called Fortunata, can be used by developers, graphic designers and end users without an in-depth knowledge of informatics.
3-D gesture-based interaction system unveiled
22:43 21-07-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Touch screens such as those found on the iPhone or iPad are the latest form of technology allowing interaction with smart phones, computers and other devices. However, scientists in Germany have developed the next generation non-contact gesture and finger recognition system. The novel system detects hand and finger positions in real-time and translates these into appropriate interaction commands. Furthermore, the system does not require special gloves or markers and is capable of supporting multiple users.
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