Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Technology

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The Lithium Chase

As awareness spreads that lithium is an ingredient for hybrid cars, a hunt is under way for sources of the metal.

Google’s Computing Power Refines Translation Tool

The company’s network pushes the limits of translation technology and has become a favored source for millions.

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A Little Black Box to Jog Failing Memory

Researchers have tested the Sensecam, which contains a digital camera and an accelerometer, as an aid to people with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders.

France Télécom Needs 'Radical Change' After Suicides, Report Says

France Télécom has already stopped several practices identified as being particularly disruptive, like forcing employees to change jobs and closing work sites.

Solar Industry Learns Lessons in Spanish Sun

A national commitment to solar power transformed one community but big subsidies led to unsustainable growth.

Spokes

A Bike Theft in the Time of Twitter

An alarm goes out online, and a messenger is soon reunited with his stolen bike.

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Tech Talk Podcast

Jenna Wortham on minding your manners online; how to get those cassette tape treasures onto DVDs and CDs; why IE users in Windows XP should avoid the F1 key and other tech news.

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