July 19, 2007
Cirque du Soleil’s Ka needs network technicians
CNet.com
Daniel Terdiman reports there’s lots of work available for techies at the Cirque du Soleil’s Ka theater in Las Vegas.
”I’m not saying Wright suggested I tell you, my dear readers, to send in their resumes. But he sounded pretty sincere about needing more help. So, if you’re in Vegas or interested in being here, and you’re a network guru, I would think a discreet inquiry into what jobs are open with Ka might well be worthwhile. Just don’t tell them I sent you.”
In a flash, iPod/iPhone demand see flash prices go up
ITWire
Alex Zaharov-Reutt reports strong iPhone and IPod sales are driving up the demand for, and price of, NAND flash memory.
”NAND flash memory, used in mp3 players including the iPod nano and the iPhone, is suffering from heavy Apple demand and lower yields as manufacturers move to new technology, making life difficult and more expensive for anyone that isn’t Apple.”
When the Feds use spyware
SeattlePI.com
Brian Chin reports the FBI are using spyware as a law enforcement tool.
“The FBI used spyware to help identify the teenager who made a series of bomb threats at Timberline High School, according to a Wired News account that raises some provocative questions about how the authorities might see malware and security holes as opportunities rather than threats.”
