New IBM Application Server v7.0

IBM WebSphere® Application Server helps drive business agility by providing millions of developers and IT Architects with an innovative, performance based foundation to build, reuse, run, integrate and manage Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) applications and services.

• Run applications and services in a reliable, highly available, scalable environment to ensure business opportunities are not lost due to application downtime
• Reduce memory requirements and use fewer energy consuming processors by leveraging optimized runtime performance
• Secure applications and data with a resilient, standards-based security infrastructure that will remove threats while maximizing developer productivity
• Protect your investments by reusing and integrating software assets with enhanced web services and Web 2.0 standards and new application management features
• Anticipate and adjust to evolving business requirements leveraging simplified infrastructure, flexible and effective application control and runtime efficiency
• Increase developer productivity using enhanced support for standards, emerging technology and a choice of development frameworks that simplify programming models
• WebSphere Application Server will continue to introduce Feature Packs on top of V7 simplifying the adoption of new standards such as Services Component Architecture (SCA)
• Operating systems supported: AIX, HP Unix, i family, Linux, Sun Solaris, Windows, z/OS

Courtesy: http://www-01.ibm.com/software/webservers/appserv/was/

External Hard disk

Portable

Work and play on the go. This lightweight, portable drive lets you bring important files with you.

Rugged Design

Built-in, shock-resistant design ensures durability.

USB Interface

Connect using the USB 2.0 cable. The Mini draws power from the computer, to help free you from carrying around an extra power cord.

320GB Capacity

With up to 320GB, you have room for 5,330 hours of digital music, 102,400 digital photos, 320 hours of digital video, 80 two-hour DVD-quality movies, or 160 games.

5400RPM, 8MB Cache Buffer

For fast drive performance and instant access to your files.

Maxtor SafetyDrill™

Prepares, reboots, and recovers your PC's entire internal drive contents in case of system failure or virus/spyware infection. Windows only.

Sync Your Files

Automatically synchronize your files between two computers every time you connect or disconnect the drive, to ensure that you're always working with the most current data.

Easy-to-Use Interface

Get up and running fast. Simplifies drive management, security and backup scheduling.

Maxtor DrivePass™ and Encryption

Password-protect the contents of your drive with two levels of security.

Simple Setup

Plug it in, connect the USB 2.0 cable and your Maxtor OneTouch™ 4 Mini automatically appears on your desktop.

Courtesy: http://www.maxtor.com/en/hard-drive-backup/external-drives/maxtor-onetouch-4-mini.html

Crude oil Prices

As the US house of representatives voted to increase the dollar supply by $700B, many are wondering what effect this will have on energy prices. 
History is full of tragic examples where helicopter money triggered rampant inflation and widespread economic hardship. Let's take a look at some of these examples in the light of today: 

 Crushed by World War One's debt, the Weimar republic kept printing money and giving it directly to consumers and businesses to buy votes and help them cope with ever increasing prices.

Within a few years the Mark had devaluated so much that a postage stamp cost fifty billion Mark and everyone's life savings had been wiped out. Mark bills were worth less than the paper they were printed on. As the famous picture above illustrates, in the face of galloping energy prices, it had become cheaper to heat one's house by burning money than coal. Although one US dollar is still worth more than the paper it is printed on, as of 2008 one US penny contains 2 cents worth of metal.

 Although oil prices seem high today, they are kept artificially low because many oil-producing nations such as Saudi Arabia peg their currencies to the US dollar. When the dollar is devaluated, these countries currencies and national economies are threatened by inflation and this is an incentive for them to let their currencies float and appreciate. In 2006 Kuwait unpegged its currency from the US dollar and as other oil-producing nations follow suit, expect energy prices to rise.

 Currently oil is bought and sold on the world market in dollars, so everyone needs to first buy dollars in order to buy oil. We have reported on a trend for oil-producing countries to sell oil in Euros instead of Dollars. As more oil-producing nations fear the dollar is becoming "funny money" and demand payment in Euros, the world's need for Dollars will be greatly reduced. This is basic supply/demand economics.

 Simply put, the average American household is already too much in debt and this scares banks from lending any money. Giving $700B to these banks will not change the fact that lending to bad debtors is a risky venture. It is safer for banks to invest this money in commodities (oil and gold) which do keep up with inflation than to issue loans that cannot be repaid. So expect this bailout package to give a speculative boost to oil prices.

Courtesy: Oil Prices

New Dell M109S portable projector

Dell on Wednesday introduced the M109S ultra-portable projector, meant for use with laptops during on-the-go presentations. The product weighs less than a pound and but can still produce a widescreen 858x600 resolution. Maximum projection distance is 8 feet. In exchange, the brightness and contrast are low compared to some larger, more mainstream projectors at 55 lumens and 800:1 respectively. The largest image the small projector can throw up is 60 inches.

Auto keystone correction and vertical adjustment features let users correct the image when the projector cannot be aimed squarely at a wall. Connections are simple, with a component and composite video connection. A quick shutdown mode does not require users to wait for the lamp to cool, and password protection restricts access. The M109S is now available in the US, priced at $499.

At the same time as its projector announcement, Dell has introduced new color options for the Latitude E4300, E6400 and E6500 notebooks that include blue, red and pink on the E4200. The company also introduced new 64GB and 128GB Solid State Drives and a secure 160GB hard disk drive.

http://www.dell.com/content/products/superview.aspx?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs&xdb=Z2xvYmFsOnByb2R1Y3RzOnByb2o6c3VwZXJ2aWV3OnByb2plY3Rvcl9kZWxsX20xMDlzI3JlZ2lvbg==

SAP Developer Network

The growing community network at SAP — which includes SAP Developer Network (SDN), Business Process Expert (BPX) Community, and Business Objects Community (BOC) — has a total membership that exceeds 1.3 million to date. By joining SDN, BPX, or BOC, you'll have access to over one million topic threads that will:

• Provide information and training resources to achieve your goals;
• Give you access to the power of true co-innovation.

The SAP Developer Network (SDN) offers deep technical content and expertise for SAP developers, analysts, consultants, and administrators on SAP NetWeaver. SDN members enjoy a robust collection of technical content on a range of SAP topics including: expert blogs, technical articles, white papers, how-to guides, moderated forums, software downloads, an extensive eLearning catalog, and a Wiki that supports open communication.

And the more you participate, the more you will be rewarded in the SDN Contributor Recognition Program. Once you begin contributing, you'll see the benefits of collaborating with your peers. You'll also find ways to contribute your own knowledge and expertise, heightening your reputation and recognition within the community. Plus, you'll earn points every time you contribute to the forums or blogs. You can determine the level of engagement that works for you.

• As a non-member, you have the opportunity to listen and learn from others in the community.
• As a member, you have access to exclusive content, such as eLearning sessions. SDN members have access to SAP portals and systems via Single Sign On. You can also sign up to receive a bi-weekly SDN Newsletter.
• As a Top Contributor who earns 250 points per year, you participate actively in the community.
• As an SAP Mentor, you are a leader in the community who is regularly called upon to share your expertise.

Each level of engagement offers you the chance to build your reputation and boost your profile - not only within SAP, but for your company and customers as well. Potential customers and other members will seek you out for your expertise in a particular area. Check out the recent blog where top contributors were recognized.

Courtesy: https://www.sdn.sap.com/irj/sdn/sdn-gettingstarted

CSR Sustainability

Our purpose is to sustain the health of our natural environment using practical and sustainable business intelligence technology. CSRware is committed to bridging the gap between cross-functional teams in IT, Corporate Real Estate and Corporate Sustainability organizations. By keeping our focus on new technologies and evolving market trends, we will continue to improve our products to help our customers address this dynamic environment.

Our journey includes:

• A commitment to sustaining the health of our planet
• A work environment that encourages passion and the spirit of integrity
• Giving back to society by protecting our natural environment
• Promoting sustainable and ethical business practices
• Innovative thinking that produces alternative ways to conduct business
• Respect for future generations

We are committed to educating, creating enthusiasm and finding ways to easily integrate sustainability and corporate social responsibility into the culture of our society.

Courtesy: http://www.csrware.com/about/core.html