Middle East TV fare with ’strategic depth’Font
MUHAMMAD AYISH – FIRST PERSON
The National
Every time a foreign satellite channel steps into the crowded world of Arabic television, we are always tempted to overestimate its effects on public opinion in the region. But a new Turkish initiative may finally live up to expectations.
Wired Broadband Gets Supercharged
Wired broadband gets supercharged
By Chris Long
BBC ClickOnline
One of the technologies that brings us broadband, ADSL, is evolving into a faster beast called ADSL2+ which could revolutionise the way we use the net.
There can be little doubt that without broadband the internet would be a very slow place indeed. But delivering broadband raises [...]
Syrian president says Israel is “major obstacle” to peace in Middle East
ISTANBUL – Syrian President Bashar al-Assad described Israel on Saturday as “major obstacle” to peace in the Middle East and warned that the failure of negotiations would give the right to resist the occupation.
Hackers Stole More Than 285 Million Electronic Records in 2008
SAN FRANCISCO
Hackers made off with at least 285 million electronic records in 2008, more than in the four previous years combined, according to a new study that shows identity thieves are getting better at exploiting careless mistakes that leave companies vulnerable to attack.
Bird sanctuary as price for peace?
by Yasemin Sim Esmen
KARS – As debate continues about opening the border between Turkey and Armenia, which would be a great step toward normalizing relations between the two countries, scientists are concerned about the area’s untouched wildlife. Increased traffic across the border opening may bring more danger for this major [...]
Downgrade Planned For Windows Seven PC’s
BBC NEWS Downgrade plan for Windows 7 PCs
Anyone buying a PC with Windows 7 pre-installed will be able to swap it for XP or Vista. Microsoft has confirmed that the licence conditions under which the software will be sold will allow people to downgrade. The conditions will apply to both [...]
Two Big Reasons Why You’ll Like Windows Seven
Two big reasons why you’ll like Windows 7 By Woody Leonhard
If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so difficult to manage and share files in Windows, you’ll be delighted with two significant new features in Windows 7. These new capabilities, called Libraries and Homegroups, make finding files and connecting [...]