GOP senators are planning to hold a retreat on the healthcare overhaul after the Senate failed to pass a replacement bill.Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said Monday that Republicans would hold a conference call Thursday to discuss the issue.McConnell said the senators are discussing the options that would be offered and the impact on the […]
Newsweek.com The most important question in the new era of heterogeneous computers, one that’s shaping the way we use them and the way society looks at computers.We’ve seen heterogeneous systems for decades in computers, from the humble microprocessor to the big-data supercomputer.But what is it exactly that makes a heterogeneous system useful?What’s different about heterogeneous […]
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The internet of things has transformed how we interact with our TVs, from TVs to the new digital cameras we’ve been using in kitchens and dining rooms.But how can we use these new systems to make more intelligent home devices?This is the question that Netflix’s VP of Product Innovation, Rob Schrier, and Netflix CEO Reed […]
The world’s largest maker of supercomputers is introducing a new supercomputer that can do everything a standard one can.Magnuson is based on a custom processor built by IBM that can be customized to a range of tasks.But instead of relying on a single processor, the company is using two custom processors, each with its own […]
A new iPhone 5s camera is now on sale for $999, and you can now use it to capture the faces of others in your life.Apple says the new camera, which will be available in September, is the “first full-featured iPhone 5S camera capable of capturing the faces and face expressions of a person’s entire […]
This is the third article in a series on the subject of research excellence and research methods.In this article, we explore why some researchers seem to be able to solve complex problems, while others can only solve simple ones.Research method A research method is a system of methods and procedures that researchers use to solve […]
Cryptocurrencies are getting a little more mainstream these days, with companies like IBM (IBM) and Microsoft (MSFT) getting involved in the industry.IBM is working with Cryptocurrents to introduce a new cloud computing platform called CryptoCurrency, a cloud-based decentralized computing platform that IBM says can provide secure, efficient, and secure applications.The company is using Cryptocrowds blockchain […]
A puzzle that was solved on an IBM computer system could be solved using just one keystroke.In this article, we’ll explain how you can create a puzzle from scratch on your own computer using only a few keys.Read more about computers and computers technology.ImS, the first of a new generation of IBM Watson computers, uses […]
Computer systems that break frequently can become unresponsive, so it’s a good idea to have a backup, a reliable source of backup data, and the right software.Here are the best methods for getting your computer to work again.