Tag Archives: Explained

The Universe’s Star ‘Baby Boom’ Ended Five Billion Years Ago

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The Universe’s star-making boom period is already over, according to a new study, which suggests that the rate of star-formation in the Universe is around a hundred times lower than it was five...
    






SEMI: Forecasts are Positive at Annual ISS Conference

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In a press release issued January 14, semiconductor industry association SEMI provided synopses of key presentations at its Industry Strategy Symposium (ISS) being held in Half Moon Bay, California...
    






Microsoft Just Put These 3 Companies Out Of Business

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Zendesk. Autotask. Freshdesk. These are three great little companies that make three excellent help desk/customer service management applications. But they, like others in this niche, could be in...
    






Bangkok’s Shutdown Day Could Last Much Longer

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Monday,  January 13, is “Shutdown Day” for the anti-government, anti-election protesters that have been rallying around Bangkok for almost two months. Barring a coup, these rallies intended to...
    






Ready For Virtual Reality Withdrawals? The New Oculus Rift Crystal Cove Prototype Is That Good

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An in-depth preview of the Crystal Cove prototype shown behind closed doors, and what it means for Oculus VR as their virtual reality headset edges closer to a public launch. “We’re going to need a...
    






Top Ten Internet Law Developments of 2013

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A look back at the Internet law highlights of 2013: #10: Copyright Defendants Get High-Stakes Wins. 2013 saw several copyright defendants win long-running litigation affairs–and potentially crack...