SSL Encryption that Protects Almost the Entire Internet Broken by Researchers
Proof of concept code BEAST, which is short for Browser Exploit Against SSL/TLS, that can defeat SSL on an address protected by the HTTPS prefix… which is like every secure site on the Internet. [Read more…]
w00t Purchased by Amazon
Woot has signed an agreement with Amazon – yes, the Amazon – to become an independent subsidiary of the ecommerce colossus. Woot HQ will remain in Carrollton, Texas, and will operate as autonomously as other Amazon companies like Zappos and Audible.
True to form… you have to check out w00t’s blog post about the whole ordeal because it’s HILARIOUS!
Pre-Order Windows 7 for $49.99
The Upgrade for WIndows 7 is available on Amazon.com as well as the Microsoft Store for Pre-Order. Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade will only cost you $49.99, a savings of $70 from the suggested $120. Windows 7 Professional Upgrade will set you back $99.99 for a savings of $100. All versions of Windows 7 will be available starting on Oct. 22, 2009. While initial reports say that Win7 is extremely stable and should run on a wide variety of hardware you can ensure sure your PC is compatible with Windows 7 by grabbing Microsoft’s Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor. Windows 7 installation disks will contain both 32 bit and 64 bit versions of Windows… so no matter which you version purchase it will install on your PC.
You can purchase the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade
for $49.99 or Microsoft Windows 7 Professional Upgrade for $99.99 from Amazon or through the Microsoft Store.
Unclutter your living room – AK Rock Box Gaming and Storage Ottoman with Drum Lift
Ok so a lot of us love to rock out on our plastic instruments; jamming to Rock Band or Guitar Hero. The problems is… having a bunch of plastic guitars, drums, etc makes your living room look a bit, well, nerdy. Enter the AK Rock Box Gaming and Storage Ottoman with Drum Lift
. It runs $199.99 with free shipping (normally $299) but might be worth it if you gaming system has it’s home in the living room. Instead of stashing controllers behind the couch, or just leaving them sitting all over the place you can neatly stash them inside the storage ottoman.
Product Features
- Stylish, handsome ottoman for your living room stores Rock Band gaming accessories
- Eliminates clutter while keeping your Rock Band instruments ready at a moment’s notice
- Enough interior space to store two gaming guitars, a foot pedal, and a microphone
- Specially designed AK Drum Lift raises and lowers Rock Band and Rock Band 2 drum kits with easy one-hand motion
- Measures 38 inches long by 22 inches wide by 17 inches tall and weighs 61 pounds; all instruments, accessories, and games are sold separately
Currently out of stock but you can place your order via Amazon for the AK Rock Box Gaming and Storage Ottoman with Drum Lift now.
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