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Vader re DELL sales. This is the link for the DELL sales page at IU. Notice the Second Optiplex... specifically the third point. (Bold is mine -lost their formatting.)
Food for thought. Wait until longhorn?
-R
http://kb.iu.edu/data/antj.html
ComputerGuide: Deals by vendor
On this page:
Apple
CDW-G
Dell
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Apple
IU and Apple have teamed up to create a set of recommended systems with the AppleCare Protection Plan (APP) included at a significant discount. Optional configuration changes and additional computer system are available at Apple's IU Store at:
https://www.indiana.edu/~pcguide/apple/store.html
CDW-G
Important note regarding CDW-G: When you place an online order with CDW-G, the price you see may revert to the full CDW-G price. Don't be alarmed; the actual price you pay will be the IU price you saw before placing your order. The correct total will be displayed once CDW-G completes your account creation and processes your order. This may take a day or two. Visit CDW-G's IU page at:
http://www.cdwg.com/iufss/
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Dell
IU and Dell have a contractual agreement for the computer systems listed below; optional configuration changes are available.
Note: In order to take advantage of the special pricing available to IU students, faculty, and staff, you must authenticate with your Network ID username and password. Also, do not order Norton/Symantec AntiVirus, Office XP Professional, or Microsoft FrontPage from the Dell site, as these products are available for free download to IU students, faculty, and staff via IUware Online and on CD at IU bookstores.
Special one week only offer: To receive an additional discount for online orders of Dimension and Inspiron systems priced $1199 or more, enter the coupon code 8$26GTPLR63K03. This offer is available until September 8, 2005, or through the first 4,480 redemptions (whichever comes first). The offer applies only to the full catalog, not to the IU "Recommended Bundles", and cannot be combined with system rebates and instant-off offers, but may be combined with the $50 coupons when available.
Visit Dell's IU Store at:
https://www.indiana.edu/~pcguide/dell/store.html
Desktop: Dell Optiplex GX 520 ($705 + tax)
Intel Pentium 4 processor 521 with HT (2.8GHz, 1MB cache, 800MHz FSB)
Microsoft Windows XP Professional, SP2, without media
512MB, 2DIMMS, DDR2 400MHz SDRAM (not available in a 1 DIMM solution)
2GB memory max
Dell 15" flat panel analog monitor
40GB SATA 7200 RPM hard drive
1.44MB 3.5" floppy drive
48x CD-ROM drive
Three-year limited warranty plus three-year next business day on-site service
Several chassis styles available
Desktop: Dell Optiplex GX 620 ($705 + tax)
This system provides several things the 520 does not, including:
Out-of-the-box support for 64-bit OS when available
TPM when available with Longhorn
DVI standard for digital video
Because of these additional features, this system only comes with 256MB RAM
Intel Pentium 4 processor 521 with HT (2.8 GHz processor, 1MB cache, 800MHz FSB)
Microsoft Windows XP Professional, SP2, with media
256MB, 2DIMMS, DDR2 400MHz SDRAM (not available in a 1 DIMM solution)
2GB memory max
Integrated video
15" flat panel analog monitor
40GB SATA 7200 RPM hard drive
1.44MB 3.5" floppy drive
48x CD-ROM drive
Three-year limited warranty plus three-year next business day on-site service
Several chassis styles available
Notebook: Dell Latitude D610 ($1173 + tax)
Pentium M processor 1.60GHz with 14.1" XGA display
Microsoft Windows XP Professional, SP2, with media
No floppy drive
512MB, 2 DIMMS, DDR2 400MHz SDRAM
30GB hard drive, 9.5MM, 4200RPM
Dell Wireless 1370 WLAN (802.11b) miniPCI card
Internal 56K modem
24X CD-ROM drive
Six-cell primary battery
Three-year limited warranty plus three-year next business day on-site service
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This is document antj in domain all.
Last modified on September 12, 2005.
D945PVS (the host's mobo) doesn't have a tpm :(
-R
http://www.intel.com/cd/channel/reseller/asmo-na/eng/products/platforms/desktop_components/boards/me...
Tony, Pentium 945xxxx? Did you catch what the host said he had? I hope that he does, indeed, have a TPM.
-R
Outstanding!!! The tide is rising. This boat will soon be off the hard. It's certainly ready for the voyage.
-R
Are you from Kansas?
Mobile! IMO the greatest 'first' selling point for the end consumer.
Good on you. Make it a good Q!
Richard Wise here in IN, USA.
A good interview. Real (meaningful, thoughtful) questions!
Sprogg?? I hope SKS gentle corrects him.
Announced on waves home page.
http://www.wave.com/news/press_archive/05/050908_businesstalkradio.html
Very nice intro. Intel, Nat Semi, et al...
cosign: Probably anticipation of SKS on the radio tonight. Monday could be very interesting.
-R
This news has yet to cross my streaming news (DJN and BW) at Ameritrade. Niether has it popped up for Wave at Moneycetnral on My MSN.
-R
Has Wave ever worked with a company called realtime North America? The have an interesting product called 'Biolock fingerprint reader' which I'm curious about.
Very curious,
-R
Nice page at intel. Sorry if previously posted.
-R
http://www.intel.com/design/motherbd/software/ets/
(edit... I forgot to paste text.)
Take advantage of the advanced security features of your Intel Desktop Board with the EMBASSY Trust Suite software. This extensive suite uses the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security chip on the motherboard to give you the latest in security combined with productivity features when protecting documents, securing passwords, generating digital certificates, encrypting email, logging on to Windows, managing security preferences, and more. The TPM conforms to the security standard set by the Trusted Computing Group where the EMBASSY Trust Suite is a world-wide leader in Trusted Computing software.
EMBASSY Security Center allows you to set up and manage security preferences for your TPM including options for strong multi-factor authentication using biometrics when accessing secure applications or Windows. The EMBASSY Security Center works with biometric devices containing AuthenTec AES3500 and AES4000 sensors including the APC Personal Biometric USB Pod. A feature for assigning administrative rights to users is also included for TPM 1.2 platforms.
Document Manager protects your sensitive files and folders through hardware security whether the original files reside on the PC hard drive or external storage. Up to 23 secure virtual drives can be created and shared with other TPM-enabled system users.
Private Information Manager protects your passwords for accessing password-protected websites or applications. Productivity tools, such as recognizing new passwords, automatically remembering saved passwords, and a comprehensive favorites view, result in time savings without compromising security.
Key Transfer Manager gives you assurance of TPM recovery whether required by a motherboard replacement, hard drive replacement, or transfer of data to a new PC. Automated features ease the burden of understanding TPM key management.
SmartSignature* is a digital signature plug-in to Adobe Acrobat Reader that uses signing keys created by the TPM. Ideal for contracts, or any customized document or form requiring signature, a sample signing capability is included to experience the power and potential of using secure, digital signatures.
Hardware Security Wizards give you information and help in using TPM security with external programs and standards. For example, you can configure Microsoft Outlook for email encryption using the TPM, or you can use Microsoft's Encrypting File System for document security using the TPM. If you are setting up a wireless network, you can learn about how to use the TPM to strengthen 802.1x authentication.
TCG-Enabled CSP lets you use the TPM for external applications that are designed to interface with a Cryptographic Service Provider such as certificate-generating websites and servers. TCG-Enabled CSP keys and certificates are automatically archived using Key Transfer Manager.
EMBASSY Trust Suite Launch Pad is a way to access all of your secure applications from one location with a special button to download advanced features.
The full versions of these applications are included with the Intel Desktop Board. The Intel Desktop Board features the EMBASSY Trust Suite in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Russian.
For more information on the software delivered with your Intel Desktop Board, visit EMBASSY Trust Suite v4.3. Intel Desktop Board owners with version 4.3 can upgrade to version 5.0 at no charge. Please visit EMBASSY Trust Suite 5.0 Upgrade Offer.
Intel Desktop Board owners requiring a backup and recovery system for several systems will want to take advantage of Wave's KTM Small Business Server Offer.
Outstanding!!!
-R
Personally, fatige. Katrina. This really doesn't seem to important. Sheet, I thought I could get away for a while. The site's up though.
http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=7532476
Richard
1260 and all others in harms way. I'm not a prayerful person; however, my thought's are with you and yours. I do pray for some reprieve and I encourge strenght for what may come.
Richard
DRM please.
http://ap.tbo.com/ap/breaking/MGB303PIUCE.html
Libraries Offering Audiobook Downloads
By Michael Hill Associated Press Writer
Published: Aug 25, 2005
GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (AP) - A new way to borrow audiobooks from the library involves no CDs, no car trips, no fines and no risk of being shushed.
Rather, public libraries from New York City to Alameda, Calif., are letting patrons download Tom Clancy techno-thrillers, Arabic tutorials and other titles to which they can listen on their computers or portable music players - all without leaving home.
Librarians say such offerings help libraries stay relevant in the digital age.
Barbara Nichols Randall, director of the Guilderland Public Library in suburban Albany, said the library considered the needs of younger readers and those too busy to visit.
"This is a way for us to have library access 24/7," she said.
There's still one big hitch, though: The leading library services offer Windows-friendly audiobook files that can't be played on Apple Computer Inc.'s massively popular iPod player.
Vendors such as OverDrive Inc. and OCLC Online Computer Library Center Inc.'s NetLibrary have licensing deals with publishers and provide digital books using Microsoft Corp.'s Windows Media Audio format, which includes copyright protections designed to help audiobooks stand apart from the often lawless world of song swapping.
A patron with a valid library card visits a library Web site to borrow a title for, say, three weeks. When the audiobook is due, the patron must renew it or find it automatically "returned" in a virtual sense: The file still sits on the patron's computer, but encryption makes it unplayable beyond the borrowing period.
"The patron doesn't have to do anything after the lending period," said Steve Potash, chief executive of OverDrive. "The file expires. It checks itself back into the collection. There's no parts to lose. It's never damaged. It can never be late."
Potash said about 1,000 libraries have signed up for OverDrive's audiobook service since its debut late last year. NetLibrary, teaming up with Recorded Books, launched a similar service in January and counts 200 library customers.
Libraries offering audiobook downloads range from large institutions in New York and Los Angeles to smaller ones for Cleveland, Ohio, Maricopa County, Ariz., North Little Rock, Ark. and Omaha, Neb. The Hawaii State Public Library System signed up earlier this month.
Guilderland pays NetLibrary about $6,000 a year for more than 850 titles. Randall considers that a good deal, noting that a single audiobook can cost the library up to $80 when bought on CD.
Under the NetLibrary program, Guilderland gets a set number of downloads for all titles each year, and a single title can be borrowed by multiple patrons simultaneously as long as the cap hasn't been reached. Downloads over the cap cost extra. Patrons must provide their own audio players, although they may listen on their home computers if they do not have one.
Other libraries make different arrangements. OverDrive, for example, generally takes a more traditional approach. When a copy is checked out, no other patron may download it until the borrowing period ends.
It's still unclear what impact such services will have on audiobook download sales from companies such as Audible Inc., although one analyst suggested it could inspire more sales as patrons buy for keeps a title they had borrowed.
"It's certainly smart for the publishers to do this," said Phil Leigh, a senior analyst with Inside Digital Media.
Digital downloads are a part of a natural progression for libraries, which have evolved from lending books to cassettes and videotapes to CDs and DVDs. OverDrive recently launched a video download service for libraries.
Librarians say they had little interest in audiobook downloads just a few years ago, but they have since noticed what everyone else has: the ubiquity of people sporting earbuds on streets, buses and malls.
Nearly 28 million portable audio players were sold last year, according to In-Stat, a technology research company. With more than 21 million sold, the iPod remains the signature portable player. But it uses the Advanced Audio Coding format with FairPlay, its own digital rights management system and one incompatible with Windows' technology.
Just as the lack of a standard digital audio format has fragmented the music download market, it affects audiobooks.
Users of iPods can still listen to books purchased through sources such as audible.com or Apple's own iTunes Music Store, but the library services, for now, are geared toward computers and devices that support Windows Media Audio files. OverDrive files can be burned to CDs and converted to iPod friendly formats, but NetLibrary's cannot.
Marge Gammon of NetLibrary said that despite iPod's cache, the company wanted a product that could be played on a range of devices. OverDrive's Potash notes there's a growing market of portable audio players, some priced lower then $50 (Regular iPod models start at $299, though the Minis start at $199 and Shuffles at $99).
Apple spokeswoman Natalie Kerris said the company has no plans to change its copy-protection formats and would not comment on the incompatibility issue.
Librarians say they have heard complaints from iPod users, but there's little they can do beyond waiting for the industry to sort out its differences.
One California library shunned the download services completely, largely because of iPod's popularity. Instead, Newport Beach Public Library bought 15 iPod Shuffles and loaded them up with audiobooks from iTunes to loan out. Patrons are liable for any loss or damage, though librarian Genesis Hansen said there's been no problems so far.
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On the Net:
OverDrive's library service: http://dlrinc.com
NetLibrary: http://netlibrary.com
AP-ES-08-25-05 1414EDT
Ugh! What's up?
I am sick of the constant ad hominem taste of the board lately. Snackman, you deserve many accolades... but, I think you require nearly as many reprieves (of poor judgement). I am not a new investor and yet I am a new investor. I chose my moniker 'solas' after the 5 solas of the reformation for a reason. I won't drink kool-aid. Although I made alot from my investmet in 1998 - 2000 I left even more on the table. I began reinvesting in September of last year... a reasonable investment in a speculative venture. (<-that's a PERIOD.) Since then I may have over invested... but then again maybe not (it's in my active account.) Great DD surfaces here. I can ignore the gofigs, et all. You, however, I choose not to ignore. You ARE (read should be) above contributing mindless blather.
Man... speaking of mindless blather I'm contributing more of the same. I'll admit to most of a bottle of Steele Goodchild Pinot Noir 2002.
Let's get a grip and just get along. Ignore those who you think won't play the game nicely. This baby is gonna roll but it will take a naked walk down the isle to prove it's real. (Read that as real numbers in fins.)
Hang tight (IMHO),
-R
Just to get some movement I'll note my observation that there have been no trades for half an hour.
Interesting PR-
Tech Spending Sees Modest Uptick After Years Of Stagnation
08/23/2005
Dow Jones News Services
(Copyright © 2005 Dow Jones & Company, Inc.)
By Donna Fuscaldo
Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
Skyrocketing oil prices may make consumers think twice before plunking down hundreds of dollars on a new computer. But for corporations, spending on technology gear appears to be picking up steam.
Nobody is predicting dramatic increases, but analysts say technology outlays will rise anywhere from 5% to 7% this year.
"What we're seeing so far is a U.S. economy that is shrugging higher oil prices, higher interest rates and is chugging along quite nicely," said Andrew Bartels, an analyst at Forrester Research, a Cambridge, Mass.-based technology research firm. "It's reflected in companies' profits and willingness to spend on technology."
Forrester predicts technology spending will rise 7% this year in the U.S. That's up from 3% growth in 2004. Still, from a historical standpoint, Bartels said spending increases are "very modest."
For most of the year the technology sector has benefited from higher sales of everything from computer hardware to software to networking gear as companies move to upgrade their aging infrastructures. Even when Dell Inc. (DELL) missed its second-quarter revenue target, it was due to aggressive pricing rather than sluggish demand.
The uptick is also being aided by the slew of new regulatory rules and a need for greater protection from hackers and other nefarious cyber criminals.
"Security is a no-brainer," said Laura DiDio, an analyst at The Yankee Group, of companies spending intentions. " There's a lot more danger out there."
Boston-based Yankee Group recently surveyed 1000 businesses worldwide to get a sense of their technology spending plans for the year. The research firm found that 45% plan to spend more on tech gear. Of that group, 21% said spending will increase less than 5% while 4% plan to increase outlays by 30% to 50%. The spending, said DiDio, is all over the map, which bodes well for various technology vendors including Dell, Hewlett-Packard Co. (HPQ), International Business Machines Corp. (IBM), EMC Corp. (EMC) and Microsoft Corp. (MSFT).
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-R
I kill myself sometimes... (LOL!!!)
It was fun while it lasted. LOL. Thanks John (and Matt.)
Ciao,
-R
I'm sorry- I didn't mean to correct... just add my two bits worth. I had seen the article this AM and intended to post but become otherwise occupied. Your post reminded me. Thanks,
-R
Virus story
http://apnews.myway.com/article/20050819/D8C2RE000.html
Virus Shuts Down Customs Computer System
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Aug 19, 6:39 AM (ET)
By LISA ORKIN EMMANUEL
MIAMI (AP) - Travelers arriving in the United States from abroad were stuck in long lines at airports nationwide when a virus shut down a U.S. Customs computer system for several hours, officials said.
Homeland Security spokesman Russ Knocke said the virus impacted computer systems at a number of airports Thursday night, including those in New York, San Francisco, Miami, Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas and Laredo, Texas.
Knocke said customs agents immediately switched to manual inspections. He declined to provide details on where the computer virus originated.
The worst delays appeared to be at Miami International Airport, where as many as 2,000 people waited to clear immigration, airport spokesman Marc Henderson said. The passengers were not permitted to leave the area before then.
Brian Hunt and his wife, who were visiting from Spain, said it took them nearly five hours to be processed.
"The agent was very charming, very nice and greeted us with a smile," he told The Miami Herald. "It was just an unfortunate thing, but these things happen. Who do we blame?"
The computer problem originated in database systems located in Virginia and lasted from around 6 p.m. until about 11:30 p.m., said Zachary Mann, spokesman for U.S. Customs and Border Protection in southern Florida.
At New York's airports, customs officials processed passengers by hand. Officials used backup computer systems to keep passengers moving at Los Angeles International Airport, where the computers were only down for an hour and a half.
"It was during a light time of travel for international passengers at LAX," said Mike Fleming, customs spokesman in Los Angeles. "All systems have been restored to full capacity."
Actually is was Homeland Security computers that were down due to a virus. Some airports ( LA was one) were only down for less than an hour because they had local systems that served as a backup. I'll find the article and post in a jiffy.
-R
Level II is jumping all over the place. Probably new shares being digested?
rachelelise- actually I think it is (from his post... bold is mine.)
IdentiPHI Software Package
The IdentiPHI software package - comprised of several well-known, advanced security products - is a "super bundle" that provides a high level of computer and network security management capabilities. IdentiPHI is an authentication and identity management solution that includes smart card technologies, TPM, single sign-on and card management systems and is available in standalone or enterprise versions. Wave ETS Software is included as part of the IdentiPHI package.
-R
go- You said it... with resources, time. Requiring them to spend time and resources on cracking a drive consumes resources that might otherwise be spent on more unpleasant initiatives.
-R
Entry please- New England
Oppenhiemer- I wonder why the dude from oppenhiemer was on the CC yesterday. I don't see Oppenhiemer on the list of institutional owners. ?
OT? Texas Lawmakers Give Phone Industry a Victory in TV Fight
http://ap.tbo.com/ap/breaking/MGBW519R7CE.html
Aug 10, 2005
Texas Lawmakers Give Phone Industry a Victory in TV Fight
By Jim Vertuno
Associated Press Writer
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Over the objections of the cable TV industry, Texas lawmakers gave final approval Wednesday to a measure that will make it easier for phone and other companies to offer cable-like services.
The wide-ranging telecommunications bill would allow phone companies to avoid the thousands of local cable TV licenses that cable companies must acquire.
The Senate approved the bill late Tuesday. The House followed with its vote about 12 hours later, sending the bill to Gov. Rick Perry for his consideration.
Texas is one of several states that have considered the issue, with phone companies and cable companies engaged in a furious battle.
Phone companies are investing billions to upgrade their local networks to deliver TV and faster Internet connections, and say such services would be stalled if individual licenses were required in each municipality.
The bills in Texas and other states would let phone companies and other providers get a pay-TV franchise from the state instead of from each city.
Supporters say phone companies such as SBC Communications Inc. and Verizon Communications Inc., which have pushed for the change, will give consumers more choice. They also promise it will draw billions of dollars in new technology investment.
"I think we're going to be amazed how quickly this takes hold," said Phil King, the Republican who sponsored the bill in the Texas House. "The real effect is going to be competition. It's a bill allowing more companies to allow more choices to consumers. That's how competition works."
The cable industry contends the bill would give big phone companies unprecedented competitive advantages.
The bill would keep many existing contracts between cities and cable companies in place until they expire. Those deals are governed by cable TV rules that require local franchise licenses and force television providers to offer service to all homes rather than being allowed to pick and choose neighborhoods.
AP-ES-08-10-05 1147EDT
Re SS comments on multimedia and TC does anyone have these proceedings?
How Trusted Computers can Enhance for Privacy Preserving Mobile Applications
Pearson, S.;
World of Wireless Mobile and Multimedia Networks, 2005. WoWMoM 2005. Sixth IEEE International Symposium on a
13-16 June 2005 Page(s):609 - 613
I buried this at the bottom of a prior post and wanted to have another shot. I will be near the University lib next week and will see if they've recieved hardcopy yet.
-R
It will be interesting to see what Dutton has to say about the CC. Anyone have an idea of their turn-around?
-R
Enhanced Dell version enhancements in works... will provide better pricing structure.
No PC OEM volume reflected in revs. e
Bull- Thanks. eom