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Quantum computers: technological deliverance or the end of security?

Quantum computers: technological deliverance or the end of security?

Quantum computing might spell the end of today's computer and credit card encryption technology, a U.S. physicist has claimed.
Liz Tay Mar 10 2008 2:21PM Security
Hurd signals shift in HP Labs strategy

Hurd signals shift in HP Labs strategy

HP is planning a major consolidation at its HP Labs research division, cutting the current 150 individual projects down to a mere 20 or 30..
Shaun Nichols Mar 10 2008 7:30AM Hardware
Alienware unleashes four-GPU monster

Alienware unleashes four-GPU monster

Alienware has quadrupled the available graphics power on its elite ALX CrossFireX desktop PC with the launch of the ATI CrossFireX video card..
Clement James Mar 10 2008 7:30AM Hardware
Nero fires up Blu-ray burning for Linux

Nero fires up Blu-ray burning for Linux

Nero has announced plans to ship the latest update to its burning application for the Linux operating system..
Robert Jaques Mar 7 2008 7:16AM Software
Chip lock aims to end hardware piracy

Chip lock aims to end hardware piracy

Pirated microchips based on stolen blueprints could soon be a thing of the past thanks to computer engineers at Rice University and the University of Michigan.
Robert Jaques Mar 7 2008 7:16AM Security
Wozniak trashes iPhone and MacBook Air

Wozniak trashes iPhone and MacBook Air

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has slammed the iPhone and the new MacBook Air as poorly designed..
Iain Thomson Mar 6 2008 3:06PM Hardware
Mag-lev interface offers sense of touch

Mag-lev interface offers sense of touch

Computer users could soon be able to "sense and touch" 3D objects displayed on their screens, thanks to a 'haptic' touch-based interface developed at Carnegie Mellon University..
Robert Jaques Mar 6 2008 3:06PM Hardware
AMD shows off 45nm quad-core CPUs

AMD shows off 45nm quad-core CPUs

AMD has unveiled its first 45nm quad-core chips at the CeBIT show in Hanover..
Ian Williams Mar 6 2008 3:06PM Hardware
Dell gets tough with XFR notebooks

Dell gets tough with XFR notebooks

Dell has launched a range of tough notebooks aimed at government and enterprise users who often work in harsh environments, such as high altitudes or inclement weather..
Shaun Nichols Mar 6 2008 7:00AM Hardware
AMD unveils hybrid ATI Catalyst 8.3 driver

AMD unveils hybrid ATI Catalyst 8.3 driver

AMD has unveiled its latest graphics driver which it claims can boost performance for PC gaming enthusiasts and casual gamers..
Clement James Mar 6 2008 7:00AM Hardware
Hyro completes IBM system for Elders Group

Hyro completes IBM system for Elders Group

Australian IT service provider Hyro Limited has completed an installation of an IBM System i Model 570 system for Australian corporation Elders Group.
Lilia Guan Mar 5 2008 3:43PM Hardware
Green IT tops the bill at CeBIT 2008

Green IT tops the bill at CeBIT 2008

The annual CeBIT technology show kicked off in Hanover today with global warming firmly at the top of the agenda..
Ian Williams Mar 5 2008 3:42PM Hardware
I Robot, you SME

I Robot, you SME

EU project designs robots for small firms.
Robert Jaques Mar 4 2008 3:32PM Hardware
Researchers claim solar cell breakthrough

Researchers claim solar cell breakthrough

An international research collaboration has developed a technology that could dramatically improve the efficiency of solar cells..
Robert Jaques Mar 4 2008 3:32PM Hardware
Inventor files iPhone patent suit

Inventor files iPhone patent suit

Apple is facing more legal problems over the iPhone after a court filing accusing the firm of infringing on an inventor's patent..
Iain Thomson Mar 4 2008 3:32PM Hardware
Daimler revs up lithium-ion car battery

Daimler revs up lithium-ion car battery

Car maker Daimler claims to have achieved a "crucial breakthrough" by adapting lithium-ion battery technology for use in automotive applications..
Robert Jaques Mar 4 2008 7:35AM Hardware
Intel spins out Atom processors

Intel spins out Atom processors

Intel has officially unveiled its 'Atom' processors designed for mobile internet devices.
Staff Writers Mar 4 2008 7:35AM Hardware
HP plans tech support overhaul

HP plans tech support overhaul

HP is planning a major overhaul of its technical support systems, including new call centres and a new training programme..
Shaun Nichols Mar 4 2008 7:35AM Hardware
DiData: “Virtualisation is nothing special”

DiData: “Virtualisation is nothing special”

Dimension Data Australia believes virtualisation has swept the industry, but customers are still struggling with data management issues.
Trevor Treharne Mar 3 2008 2:50PM Hardware
Dell trumpets green credentials

Dell trumpets green credentials

Dell has become the first computer company to join The Climate Group, an organisation that works with business and government leaders to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy..
Iain Thomson Mar 3 2008 7:19AM Hardware

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