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How does this integrate with or replace windows defender? do they target the same threats? does security essentials replace defender?
I just got a 120gb OCZ Agility (indilinx controller) for $234 from newegg, so below $2/Gb. :-)
I got a HF S100 2 months ago for $850 shipped inc tax and 3x 16GB SD cards for $60 (total) after rebate. Too much premium for the built in storage.
How about this one for $100 shipped?
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.22969

The TLT-1B GPS, GSM Tracker is a vehicle remote positioning device with built-in GPS and GSM, GPRS technology in compact size. It can transmit the longitude and latitude coordinates to your cell phone by the SMS. By this, you can find its location on the Google maps? Or other map software. The tracker uploads positioning data through GPRS to a designated server. The user can look for real-time location-tracking, historical trajectory through the Internet. Guard against theft of strongbox, vehicle and outdoor equipments, cargo.
- Features:
- Built-in SIRF Star Chipset, excellent for fixing the position even at a weak signal status. Work well even in areas with limited sky view like urban canyons.
- Built-in GSM, GPRS module, support GSM 900, 1800 MHz.
- Support voice call.
- Support SMS communication or GPRS TCP connection.
- Get the position information via mobile phone SMS, or examine the path on the Internet.
- The available SMS takes the control command change tracing function or switch GPS.
- Support establishes three telephone numbers. SOS button send out exact location for immediate rescue, action.
- One key for easily use.
- The major technological index of the device is in conformity with the international standard of GSM mobile phone.
- Portable, compact size, low power design.
- Support cut-off electricity and oil function and recovery command
- Support electronic fence function
me too!
Damn - just tried to isntall to a T-mobile "Wing" but the isntaller failed as phone is not supported. Very weird that they support smart phones (with no touch screen) but leave out support for fully functional windows mobile 6 touch screen phones (which also have the smart buttons).
I did something similar recently. I needed more up time for my server and related peripherals in my basement. So I took an old UPS, removed the gel pack and wired the UPS to an old (but working) spare car battery.

The UPS has a low charge current so it takes several days to fully charge the battery but my power cuts are far less frequent so it works well. The run time is now over a hour vs. 10 minutes before.

For safety I only used a sealed battery. It is located in my non habit ed basement with reasonable air flow. I placed the battery inside a "battery box" (~$10 from a car / marine parts store).

For extra versatility I have a 12V car power socket mounted in the battery box and the ups connects to it with a 12 male plug. That way I have a convenient, always charged battery to take with me camping (to use with my portable inverter that plugs into a 12v car power socket). Aside: I put the gel pack back in place for these trips.

Also having a fully charged portable car battery available at all times has also been very handy in the last few months to jump-start both a car and a lawnmower. :-)
Nothing to see here...move along....

No really. PC's at both ends must be dual core and only two (yes 2!) models of logitech web cam are supported in skype for "HQ" video calls.

Makes me wonder how they actually find Beta testers for this, the chances of two people who know each other meeting the above limtied requirements must be very rare.

Come on skype, lots of web cam companies have been making 1.3Mp still and VGA res video compliant web cams for over 2 years, why not make software that support that large hardware base?
Interesting that digital zoom might actually work.

If it really does use a 5-8mp sensor then with 1280x720 being approx 1 megapixel there is plenty of magnification that can be done wihtout enlargeing pixels. Of course you will be pushing agsint the quality of the lens and noise of the sensor if not averaging several sensor pixels for each recorded one any more.
Let the hive mind of Engadget get that for you.
"I am looking for a device that will stream sound from one source to several recipients. For example, I want to stream sound from my TV or stereo to my phone or MP3 player that has radio and Bluetooth capabilities. I have looked into radio transmitters and they seem like a decent choice, but I can't find one that uses external power (USB or from the plug) and I would want one with a transmit range of around 50 meters. Thanks!"

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