Articles tagged with Internet
Physicist Bryan Caron and his team have achieved a world record-breaking data transfer rate, equivalent to transferring a full compact disk in under eight seconds. The team created a dedicated 'light path' spanning 12,000 km, bypassing the public Internet to establish a new transatlantic superhighway for researchers.
Researchers have developed a high-speed encryption protocol using noisy light to secure information, promising unconditionally secure, fast, easy-to-manage, and cost-efficient security. The Northwestern method transmits encrypted data at 250 megabits per second, outpacing conventional cryptography and existing quantum methods.
JASON II, a $2.5 million project, begins science operations with enhanced manipulative, sampling, thrust and payload capabilities. The system allows researchers to work in new ways, increasing productivity and enabling real-time analysis of ocean floor data.
A study by Penn State researchers found that slow download speeds increase arousal in some individuals, leading to greater physiological excitement and improved memory. Slower speeds also encourage more active browsing behaviors.
Researchers successfully transmitted haptic (touch) feedback across the Atlantic, enabling collaborative tasks like lifting a virtual box. The demonstration uses a robotic arm to simulate touch, allowing users to feel each other's manipulations in real-time.
Cornell University's Macaulay Library has gained access to digital sound recordings and high-definition video clips, enabling researchers, conservationists, and citizen-scientists to support ornithology projects. The new system provides streaming capabilities for sounds and video over the Internet and maintains all digital assets.
Distributed computing experiment simulates protein folding, predicting folding rates and trajectories. Laboratory experiments confirm predictions, showing excellent agreement with simulated data.
The Council on Competitiveness symposium features Carnegie Mellon's ESM (End System Multicast) technology, enabling efficient and cost-effective live streaming over the Internet. With its distributed coordination mechanism, ESM adapts to network dynamics for optimal bandwidth and latency.
A new software-based approach developed by Penn State engineers allows subscriber signals to be processed ahead of others experiencing strong co-channel interference, improving efficiency and minimizing interference in wireless local loops.
A new study suggests that web therapy can effectively reduce tinnitus-related symptoms in patients, particularly those experiencing mild to moderate distress. The treatment involves cognitive behavioral exercises, relaxation, breathing, and sleep management training via the Internet.
Despite a state budget crisis and terrorism, Virginia remains positive in its assessment of the state's qualities. Virginians report satisfaction with friendships, family relationships, education, medical care, retirement options, and vacations.
A nationwide study led by Roxane Cohen Silver found that individuals who disengaged from coping efforts after the 9-11 attacks were more likely to experience poor psychological outcomes. The study revealed that even those not directly affected by the attacks continued to experience anxiety about future terrorist attacks.
A recent survey of homebuyers in Raleigh and Wake County found that the Internet has had a limited impact on housing search patterns, with half of respondents using it. However, those who used the Internet visited more houses in person than non-users, possibly due to younger age or higher energy levels.
Young people are more likely to engage in online political activity, with 30% aged 15-24 participating online compared to 10% offline. Internet users are also more likely to contact political figures and engage in discussions. However, most political organisations struggle to use the internet creatively to reach new constituencies.
New internet-based banks are posing a significant threat to traditional banks and building societies by offering cheaper prices, better choices, and targeted products. The established financial institutions must overhaul their strategies to maintain competitiveness in the lucrative market.
The Truthsayer system uses digital signatures to guarantee the accuracy and authenticity of online information. This approach makes it challenging for hackers to alter information without being detected, thus reducing the need for high-level security measures.
As patients access health information online, doctors may take on advisory roles, helping patients make informed decisions. Despite internet accessibility, patients trust doctors more than online sources, ensuring the profession's continued relevance in society.
A study by Ohio State University ranks the top 30 most internet-accessible cities in the US, with Chicago at the top. The 'Big 7' cities - including Washington, DC, Dallas, and New York - will continue to reap economic benefits from their high levels of internet accessibility.
Researchers found that repeated exposure to online banner ads can lead to future sales, even if no clicks occur immediately. The study suggests that advertisers use banner ads strategically to smooth out sales and increase basket expenditures.
Researchers found that people don't remember individual web pages as much as they do categories, leading to confusion on corporate websites. Designers should focus on organizing information in a way that is consistent with how users mentally organize it.
A survey of nearly 2,500 employed people in Britain found that employees express declining loyalty to their organisations, working harder and longer. However, a growing proportion of the workforce needs advanced information technology skills, with most occupational groups indicating these skills are essential for their work.
A recent study found that revealing students' papers would be run through plagiarism-detection software significantly deterred students from plagiarizing. Existing software's success rate is high enough to merit use in various classroom situations.
The Association for Women in Computing presents the prestigious Lovelace Award to Dr. Dorothy Denning, recognizing her significant impact on information technology. This notable achievement solidifies Dr. Denning's position as a trailblazer in the field, inspiring future generations of women in computing.
A virtual community of 26 educators from top universities will create, evaluate, and share effective engineering teaching materials, providing resources for faculty members. The project aims to address challenges in implementing digital learning technologies, including accessibility, quality, and teacher incentives.
A new study found that smaller communities of websites accumulate incoming links in a more evenly balanced way, making them less susceptible to malicious attacks. The research suggests that the web's growth pattern is driven by rational processes rather than a desire to connect with dominant sites.
The Johns Hopkins University team won second prize in the Microsoft .Net Best Awards for XML WebServices with their prototype virtual observatory program, SkyQuery. The service allows users to run queries across multiple databases simultaneously, including the Sloan Digital Sky Survey and 2 Micron All-Sky Survey.
A recent study found that nearly 11% of participants with internet gambling experience were classified as problem or pathological gamblers, compared to only 22% without internet gambling. Internet gamblers tended to be younger, unmarried, and have lower education and income levels than non-internet gamblers.
The award honors entries that meet accessibility, relevance, accuracy, and quality criteria, from various media including video, books, newspapers, and audio broadcasts. Submissions must include author information and contact details.
A bodybuilder admitted to hospital with blackouts, abnormal heartbeat, and symptoms attributed to bromocriptine, a drug easily obtained online. Many professional bodybuilders use bromocriptine to burn fat during training, highlighting the ease of access to prescription-only drugs through the internet.
Reverse computation could help network managers identify trouble spots before congestion occurs, decreasing processing time by a factor of 10 or more. The technique aims to aid in rapid design of future network systems and improve the efficiency of current techniques.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a technique to resynchronize internet video, preventing lost frames and protecting intellectual property rights. The method uses digital watermarking to verify the authenticity of videos, which can be crucial in applications such as surveillance and law enforcement.
A recent study found that most popular melanoma web sites had incomplete facts about the disease, with around one in eight sites having inaccuracies. The study suggests that Web users should be cautious when searching for health information online and guide themselves toward reputable sources.
Researchers found that nearly half of online cigarette vendors are located in New York State, with many operating in tobacco-producing states. The study highlights the need for stronger regulation and enforcement to prevent underage sales and protect public health.
The study found that internet users watch significantly less television than non-internet users, with a decline of 4.5 hours per week. Parents are increasingly denying access to the internet as punishment, and young people are more likely to prefer online interactions over in-person ones.
Cornell University has received a $150,000 grant from Microsoft to develop language-based security for mobile code. The new technology aims to protect computers from viruses and malicious code downloaded from the internet.
A research team at the University of Ulster and Queen's University of Belfast has developed a mobile intelligent agent that finds the most reliable internet connection at the best price. The tool will negotiate quality connections in real-time, transparently and instantly.
Researchers have developed a new database security system that enables anyone with a computer connected to the Internet to provide database services. The system uses digital signatures and proofs to guarantee the authenticity of data entries, making it difficult to forge or falsify information.
Researchers have developed a system that generates a public key directly from a user's email address, eliminating the need for individuals to create and store their own public keys. This innovation simplifies online transactions by allowing users to securely share public keys without having to create or look up new ones.
The Mayo Clinic emphasizes the need for quality web-based genetics information for patients and physicians. Researchers found that patients often turn to the internet for genetic information, but may find it confusing and inaccurate. Centralizing access to reliable websites and improving readability could address these issues.
Researchers tested new electro-mechanical actuator technology in a hot-fire test series, demonstrating its potential for future spacecraft propulsion systems. The successful test aimed to increase safety and reduce costs for space travel by reducing propellant flow rates and stresses on the actuators.
A University of Florida study finds that New York, Chicago, and Washington-Baltimore lead the nation in bandwidth availability, while Florida's top cities, including Orlando, fall behind. The disparity puts Florida companies at a competitive disadvantage, hindering business growth and consumer access to high-speed Internet services.
Researchers at Princeton University discovered a web browser design flaw that allows sites to collect users' recent browsing histories. This technique, dubbed a 'timing attack,' is undetectable and defeats most available privacy measures.
The University of California, San Francisco has launched a groundbreaking Spanish/English smoking cessation research program on the Internet. The program aims to recruit bilingual smokers from around the world and provide them with a comprehensive online resource to help them quit smoking.
A Syracuse University study has identified bias in Internet domain name dispute resolution, with arbitrators favoring trademark holders over registrants. The study analyzed data from ICANN's Uniform Dispute Resolution Policy and found that some service providers rule more frequently in favor of trademark holders.
A significant number of patients use the internet as a source of medical information, with over 25% using it in the last year. Physicians should initiate dialogue early on concerning where patients should look for accurate, comprehensive and understandable online health information.
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center outline a method for securely collecting sensitive medical research data via the Internet. This approach enables faster and cheaper data collection with the same level of security as traditional methods.
The International Development Research Centre presents four case studies on ICTs in Latin America, highlighting their impact on civil society organizations and indigenous communities. These projects showcase the potential of technology to bridge development gaps and promote social change.
A McGill University research project demonstrates streaming high-quality multichannel audio over the internet from Montreal to Los Angeles. The demonstration features renowned recording engineers mixing 12 channels of audio in real-time.
A study of 75 countries reveals that social, economic and political factors are crucial for Internet development, including literacy, education, political freedom and service-based economies. Countries with the greatest Internet development have high rates of these factors, making them poised to cross the digital divide.
A three-year study found that living in a highly-wired neighborhood with high-speed local network encourages greater community involvement, expands relationships, and maintains ties with friends and relatives. The study also reveals new methods of communication and increases collective action and political involvement.
A new study suggests that people who seek sex partners online are at a greater risk of acquiring sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and HIV. The survey found that online sex seekers were more likely to have had previous STDs and had more partners than those who did not use the internet to solicit sex.
The ACM SIGCOMM 2 000 conference was held in Stockholm, Sweden, gathering researchers from USA and Europe to discuss network security, Internet telephony, and other topics. Notable speakers included Prof. André Danthine, Dr. Radia Perlman, and Professor Henning Schulzrinne.
Researchers argue that online retailers focus too much on site hits and not enough on customer behavior patterns. By analyzing these patterns, retailers can identify frequent shoppers and target their marketing efforts more effectively to increase sales.
A recent MIT study found that online retailers, such as Amazon.com, charge higher prices than low-cost competitors like Books.com and CD Universe. The study reveals substantial differences in prices across retailers on the Internet, with top brands maintaining price advantages despite lower costs.
The article describes how novel human genes can be found using data mining techniques on the Internet. Researchers identified putative human genes related to peptide transporter proteins, which are essential for drug absorption and distribution.
A recent study by Dr. Mani Subramani and Eric A. Walden found that Internet firms can earn almost double the profits of brick-and-mortar firms through partnerships. This is due to their ability to form strong relationships with partners, increasing investment and output value.
A team of researchers at Sandia National Laboratories has developed an intelligent software agent that can defend itself and other computers against cyber attacks. The agent uses a multi-agent collective approach to detect and respond to unusual requests or commands, providing real-time protection against various types of threats.
A new Ohio University study reveals that e-commerce has increased the value of used and rare books, with online sales accounting for a 12.5% increase in book sales. The study also found that prices for rare books have climbed, while common titles have seen stabilization or decrease in price.
DoubleTwist has completed the first annotation of the human genome, revealing genes and valuable information. The analysis used Sun Enterprise supercomputers and DoubleTwist's proprietary genomic analysis software to process all available sequence data.
Researchers found that local communication, such as talking to neighbors, is crucial for a sense of community. The study also highlights the importance of strategic community organizations and media in building a stronger sense of belonging.