Wolfram Alpha - A New Way to Search

Wolfram Alpha is not a search engine. It is a computational knowledge engine! It answers questions and computations using Wolfram Alpha's internal knowledge base. This knowledge base is based on many different sources, combined and curated by the Wolfram Alpha team.

It is great for finding "just the facts" and it is meant for use in kindergarten to graduate school and beyond. For example, try typing in "Jupiter" or "Atlantic Ocean". It gives you scientifically accurate, up-to-the-minute information without surfing, opinions or ads.

Watch this explanation on how it works and see examples by topic.

Go ahead. Give it a try....

Verizon Android Phone On The Way?

Verizon Wireless "is now hiring an Android Devices Expert to work Full-Time in their Waltham, Massachussets offices."

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Touch Recognition from SMART

"SMART’s new Touch Recognition feature allows the board to recognize your touch and switch modes for you automatically. You can write with a pen, erase with your palm and move objects around with your finger without having to access other tools, buttons or on-screen menus."

Requires SMART Board drivers service pack 4.

Facebook for Parents

Facebook for Parents
"Facebook. Our teens love it. We hear lots of negative things about it -- the sex, the bad behavior, the drinking pictures, the irresponsibility. And all that stuff can be there. But Facebook can also be a great way for kids to stay in touch with their friends and showcase their interests (and have fun)."

Swine Flu... No Need for Panic!