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  • Caption contest: Kim Carr's supercomputer

    What exactly was going on here between Carr and ANU research professor Brian Schmidt at the launch of the ANU's new supercomputer yesterday? A new martial arts move? Explanation of a star going supernova?

  • Microsoft gives away stargazed view from Hubble

    Microsoft on Monday launched its WorldWide Telescope, a free Web-based program that allows Web surfers to explore galaxies, star systems and distant planets.

  • Would you like to swing on an eStar?

    Australia is set to play a role in the education of British school children, as they use the Internet to control two telescopes in north-west NSW.

  • Mission-critical micro-storage

    IBM has taken promotion of its 1G Microdrive to a truly global level, announcing the drive's successful participation in two NASA shuttle missions. IBM is heralding the Microdrive's ability to operate in the rigours of space as a compelling testimonial for storage consumers.

  • Stargazers playing it coy over 2001

    After being left red-faced after the Y2K debacle, few commentators are willing to make bets on what 2001 will hold. After the crystal ball cracks that appeared last year, it's tough to predict the future.

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  • Caption contest: Kim Carr's supercomputer

    What exactly was going on here between Carr and ANU research professor Brian Schmidt at the launch of the ANU's new supercomputer yesterday? A new martial arts move? Explanation of a star going supernova?

  • Sun's ongoing war with Microsoft

    Sun has spent so much time on its efforts against Linux and Microsoft that its products may be suffering. One engineer took his concerns about Java's implementation on Solaris public.

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  • Mission-critical micro-storage

    IBM has taken promotion of its 1G Microdrive to a truly global level, announcing the drive's successful participation in two NASA shuttle missions. IBM is heralding the Microdrive's ability to operate in the rigours of space as a compelling testimonial for storage consumers.

  • An action-packed camera

    Olympus created the E-100 RS for people who need to capture action. With the ability to shoot at 15 frames per second, this camera will leave only you to blame if you miss your shot. It offers a wide range of features and excellent image quality, but with a price tag of more than AU$2,500 it's not the camera for everyone.

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