Google DC Talks: “Developing a Natl Cybersecurity Strategy”

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As part of the Google D.C. Talks series, and in partnership with the Center for a New American Security, Google’s Washington office hosted a discussion entitled, “Developing a National Cybersecurity Strategy.” Dr. Kristin Lord of CNAS offered opening remarks on cybersecurity policy, and Harry Wingo of Google moderated a five-person panel:

* Ellen Doneski, Chief of Staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, & Transportation
* Liesyl Franz, Vice President for Information Security and Global Public Policy, TechAmerica
* Richard Hale, Chief Information Assurance Executive, Defense Information Systems Agency
* Christopher Painter, Director of Cybersecurity, National Security Council
* Philip Reitinger, Deputy Undersecretary of National Protection & Programs Directorate, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

This event took place on June 26, 2009 at Google’s offices in Washington, D.C.

Shelby GT500 Crushes Camaro SS! – Drag Race Showdown

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When we first pitted the Camaro SS against the Mustang GT, Ford fans complained it was an unfair race given the horsepower disparity. But now Ford has tipped the scale way back in it’s advantage with the top of the line supercharged snake, the GT500. We head to the drag strip to see how the underdog Chevy stacks up.

Shot By: Mike Suggett & Jim Gleason

Edited By: Jim Gleason & Mike Suggett

Daniel Libeskind’s 17 words of architectural inspiration

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http://www.ted.com Daniel Libeskind builds on very big ideas. Here, he shares 17 words that underlie his vision for architecture — raw, risky, emotional, radical — and that offer inspiration for any bold creative pursuit.

TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world’s leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, Bill Gates on malaria and mosquitoes, Pattie Maes on the “Sixth Sense” wearable tech, and “Lost” producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Closed captions and translated subtitles in a variety of languages are now available on TED.com, at http://www.ted.com/translate. Watch a highlight reel of the Top 10 TEDTalks at http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/top10

Gever Tulley teaches life lessons through tinkering

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http://www.ted.com Gever Tulley uses engaging photos and footage to demonstrate the valuable lessons kids learn at his Tinkering School. When given tools, materials and guidance, these young imaginations run wild and creative problem-solving takes over to build unique boats, bridges and even a rollercoaster!

TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world’s leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, Bill Gates on malaria and mosquitoes, Pattie Maes on the “Sixth Sense” wearable tech, and “Lost” producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Closed captions and translated subtitles in a variety of languages are now available on TED.com, at http://www.ted.com/translate. Watch a highlight reel of the Top 10 TEDTalks at http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/top10

Real Racing Application Review

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Watch a replay from Real Racing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNQ6BlN4xE8

App Reviewed:

Real Racing – $9.99 – 9.5 – Get it from iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=318366258&mt=8

Sorry it took so long to get this out, but I hope you enjoy my in-depth review on Real Racing. It’s a really great game, right up there with Galcon in my opinion. Although it really is great, you may want to hold up and wait for a price decrease, it’s up to you.