Can Open Source Software Save Democracy?
informationweek.com — Voting machines and their foibles were catapulted to the top of public consciousness during the 2000 Presidential election, but have gone largely unnoticed in subsequent elections. The possibility that a widespread glitch could affect a close national election, and the potential for this to undermine democracy, cannot be overstated. (Submitted by Slashered) More...
Verizon 'There's A Map For That' Is Truthy
informationweek.com — The fact is, Verizon's televised maps exaggerate its own coverage while distorting AT&T's. So let me say this more plainly: Verizon Wireless is distorting the truth, and being rewarded by reporters more interested in reporting on the catfight angle than on the facts. (Submitted by Slashered) More...
Ubuntu's Design Team: Make It Look Good, Run Better
informationweek.com — I think a brand-new design team trrying to work out how everything can't possibly have gone 'ta-da!' and handed you a brand new super shiny Ubuntu. Karmic has a kind of smoothness to it that Jaunty didn't have. You can already tell the difference. And I've got massive hopes for Lucid; I just hope I don't shoot myself in the foot." (Submitted by motang) More...
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