Jan
29
Installing Backtrack3 on an Eee PC
Posted by I-Hacked.com Syndication
The Asus Eee PC. A palm-sized 900Mhz computer that includes a 4Gb Solid state hard drive. Now consider the fact that this beautiful machine includes an Atheros-Chipset based wificard that supports injection, and has 3 USB 2.0 ports. You have the perfect hack-top. The only thing that could make it better is to match this great hack-top with a great Hack-OS.
BackTrack is the top rated linux live distribution focused on
penetration testing, and supports the Eee PC natively. This tutorial will walk you though the installation of BackTrack 3.0 (beta) onto the Eee PC. This is the first of many tutorials using this great platform!
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Jan
26
WTP 181: Computers and Chinese Characters, E-stonia, SkySail, and Bolivian Voices
Posted by PRI's The World: Technology from BBC/PRI/WGBH
We have a great lineup this week. First, to China where we'll hear about how computer use may be causing the Chinese problems when it comes to writing characters. Then, the Estonians are coming...to Silicon Valley. What does it mean in California and back in Tallinn? Next up, wait for it, the SkySail. And we'll end with a report from Bolivia on a blogging project meant to empower the country's under-represented populations. Live long, and prosper.
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Jan
25
Is Vista a product of Second-system effect?
Posted by Geeksinside.com - Code, Circuits, Projects
Did Microsoft fail the Second-system effect with Vista?
The Second-system effect was coined by Fred Brooks in his book The Mythical Man-Month: Essays on Software Engineering and describes how an engineer's second project is the most dangerous he will ever design. Personally I think Windows Vista is a shining example of this.
While it is the ump-teenth version of Windows, Vista is the second in the series of Windows that focus on the enhanced UI aspects of the system. For those who remember, XP's Luna interface was a major selling point back in 2001; Windows XP: user interface by ZDNet. Well with Vista's new interface Aero the UI is a main focus point again.
Now looking at the broad picture, people over all liked the XP Luna look, businesses adopted it and people didn't really get confused with the green start menu. Now 6-7 years later Microsoft did it again but this time took UI design and went way over the top, redesigned everything from the networking to the file browsing. Soon after Vista's release it became clear that this totally redesigned UI was too much for the average user to handle, "Deny or allow?". Now some people will say, "Look at a Mac, it has a totally different UI from Windows". Yes you are right it does, however people know this, they try the Mac, they like it, loathe it, or they learn it. Microsoft Windows has (at least for the past 13 years) had the same desktop look and feel and people expect that. I know all the Windows boxes I work with I change over to the 'Classic Theme' just to get the same feel across all machines.
I wouldn't be surprised if the next version of Windows or the first service pack for Vista contains the option to dumb down the eye-candy back to a simpler version. And if this 'third-system' generates a better response I think it will clearly indicate Vista is Microsoft's Second-system. Tags: PIC
The Second-system effect was coined by Fred Brooks in his book The Mythical Man-Month: Essays on Software Engineering and describes how an engineer's second project is the most dangerous he will ever design. Personally I think Windows Vista is a shining example of this.
While it is the ump-teenth version of Windows, Vista is the second in the series of Windows that focus on the enhanced UI aspects of the system. For those who remember, XP's Luna interface was a major selling point back in 2001; Windows XP: user interface by ZDNet. Well with Vista's new interface Aero the UI is a main focus point again.
Now looking at the broad picture, people over all liked the XP Luna look, businesses adopted it and people didn't really get confused with the green start menu. Now 6-7 years later Microsoft did it again but this time took UI design and went way over the top, redesigned everything from the networking to the file browsing. Soon after Vista's release it became clear that this totally redesigned UI was too much for the average user to handle, "Deny or allow?". Now some people will say, "Look at a Mac, it has a totally different UI from Windows". Yes you are right it does, however people know this, they try the Mac, they like it, loathe it, or they learn it. Microsoft Windows has (at least for the past 13 years) had the same desktop look and feel and people expect that. I know all the Windows boxes I work with I change over to the 'Classic Theme' just to get the same feel across all machines.
I wouldn't be surprised if the next version of Windows or the first service pack for Vista contains the option to dumb down the eye-candy back to a simpler version. And if this 'third-system' generates a better response I think it will clearly indicate Vista is Microsoft's Second-system. Tags: PIC
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Jan
21
New I-Hacked Project — EEE PC
Posted by I-Hacked.com Syndication
Ok so things have been a little slow around here -- Time to change that. We are going to start featuring some how-to articles focusing on hacking on or with with the Asus eee PC. Look forward to step by step tutorials covering:-Installing BackTrack3-Attacking WiFi (Cracking WEP, Drifting, SideJacking)-Hardware hacking (touchscreen, upgrading, etc)For those who dont know, the EEE PC is a cheap Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC), that has proven itself to be a great hacking platform. From the great modding community working on it to the ability to install your own Linux OS -- this is something that I-Hacked readers will enjoy.Right now is a great time to buy these so you can go along with the hacks, and using some coupons Buy.com has the best deal.I would suggest getting the 4G model (model comparison here (http://wiki.eeeuser.com/eee_pc_701#models)) since it has the upgradeable ram, longer battery life, and webcam. The 4G can be found at most of your favorite retailers for $399 (plus tax, plus shipping) but Buy.com has it RIGHT NOW for 399.99 - 15.00 (using coupon) + Free Shipping. JUMP ON THIS.Here is how to do it, use the link below and add the Eee PC to your cart<4G Black Eee PC (http://affiliate.buy.com/gateway.aspx?adid=17662&aid=10387719&pid=2820660&sURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.buy.com%2Fprod%2Fasus-eee-pc-super-mobile-internet-device-color-galaxy-black-7-wide-lcd%2Fq%2Floc%2F101%2F206231434.html&cjsku=206231434)
Crucial 2GB PC2-5300 667MHz 200-pin SODIMM DDR2 Laptop Memory (http://affiliate.buy.com/gateway.aspx?adid=17662&aid=10387719&pid=2820660&sURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.buy.com%2Fprod%2Fcrucial-2gb-pc2-5300-667mhz-200-pin-sodimm-ddr2-laptop-memory%2Fq%2Floc%2F101%2F203447468.html&cjsku=203447468)With free shipping (with added Ram) my total came to $384.99 + 49.99 = 434.98 - 15MIR = $419.00 Trust me, we got some great articles coming on this device -- and it makes for a GREAT HACKTOP!
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Jan
19
WTP 180: Technology and Post-Election Violence in Kenya, and a Report from CES
Posted by PRI's The World: Technology from BBC/PRI/WGBH
This week's podcast leads with Kenya. In the wake of ongoing post-election violence, we highlight two technology stories that are of importance. Also, South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius, known as the Blade Runner, got some bad news this week about his bid to try to run in the Beijing Olympics. And we end with a report from the one panel discussion at CES the World's Technology Podcast found remotely interesting.
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