Monthly Archives: October 2005

New Kids Search � Interface Enhances Access to EBSCO�s K-6 Databases

New Kids Search � Interface Enhances Access to EBSCO�s K-6 Databases – “oh, so they’ve decided to pay attention to kids,” is my first reaction. Then I see the screenshot. My suggestion: don’t call it “kids search” in huge letters … Continue reading

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From metasearch to distributed information environments

From metasearch to distributed information environments (Lorcan Dempsy) is a good overview on metasearch in the academic enviroment, and search/metadata APIs. I looked at a number of the documents, including the first two PowerPoint files and the information on MXG. … Continue reading

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Second p0st: Work at Broadband Mechanics

Second p0st: Work at Broadband Mechanics – fantastic job if you can get it.

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Google Translation

Is Google soft-launching some of their own translation software? As you may know, Google uses (used?) Systran for their translation software, as do quite a few other major players. Google has also been working on their own translation software. I … Continue reading

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Yahoo! buys Upcoming.org

This is a very significant move. Need I say more? Events and calendaring are gearing up to be huge. Does this deal have anything to do with the Google Calendar rumours? Via Software Only.

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Join the Revolution

Join the Revolution – okay I planned on blogging this infinity ago (that’s internet time for you). Peter Caputa’s Whizspark is making a bold move. If you’re into running or promoting events – take a look.

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Ning | Home: Front Page

Ning | Home: Front Page – I haven’t thoroughly delved into this yet, but it definitely deserves its own post. Looks to me like they’ve done a fantastic job so far. And “they” includes my friend Mike, who faithfully didn’t … Continue reading

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