How to Remote Control your Windows PC with Email or SMS
labnol.org — It works like this. You first install the free TweetMyPC utility on any Windows PC and associate your Twitter account. The app will silently monitor your Twitter stream every minute for any desktop commands and if it finds one, will act upon it immediately. More…
The Best Web Browser for Secretly Watching Videos at Work
makeuseof.com — Double Vision is one of the best web browsers for this kind of thing - it lets you view and interact with two applications at the same time, without having to switch windows again and again. So, you could be working on your presentation and watching your favorite video or even better - a related tutorial at the same time. More…
London Stock Exchange to abandon failed Windows platform
blogs.computerworld.com — In September 2008, the London Stock Exchange collapsed because its Windows-based electronic trading platform, TradElect completely failed. Now, under new leadership, the Exchange will finally do away with its fatally flawed Windows system. More…
Eye-tracking Software Opens OnlineWorlds to Disabled People
sciencedaily.com — Technology that allows gamers to control game functions with only their eyes is helping to open virtual worlds such as Second Life and World of Warcraft to people with severe motor disabilities. For people suffering from certain conditions being able to move around and interact in a virtual environment is a “truly liberating experience,” More…
3 Apps to check your username availability across all sites
thenextweb.com — Locking down brand names across all social media sites is not just an issue for big companies and celebrities. Internet addicts like myself are extremely particular about having a consistent username across all sites. I can only imagine the anguish of those who were late to Twitter and don’t have their username of choice. More…
First look: Firefox 3.5 released, ready to "upgrade" the Web
arstechnica.com — Mozilla has officially released Firefox 3.5, the next major version of its popular open source Web browser. Ars takes a close look at the new version and evaluates its enhancements. Support for HTML 5 video and other important emerging Web standards make this one of the most significant Firefox releases ever. More…
Windows 7 official pricing announced, pre-orders start soon
engadget.com — Microsoft just laid out the Windows 7 pricing grid for us, and here's the big takeaway: Vista and XP users will need to pony up $119.99, $199.99, or $219.99 on October 22 to score their Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate upgrade, and those of you who want a full retail disc will need ... More…