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1). Sony Delays PlayStation 3
Copyright 2006 Geoff Gannon
As a result of problems related to the mass production of a key component of its Blu-ray DVD player, Sony (SNE) will delay the European launch of its next generation video game console, the PlayStation 3 (PS3). Sony will also reduce the number of PS3 units immediately available in both the U.S. and Japan.
In the U.S., the PS3 will launch on November 17th, with approximately 400,000 consoles available for sale.
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2). Cisco CCNA / CCNP Home Lab Tutorial: The 2501 Router
To be truly prepared for your CCNA and CCNP exams, you need real hands-on experience with real Cisco routers and switches. However, a production network is a really bad place to practice your configurations, but an excellent way to get fired and/or sued. The key to becoming a true CCNA and CCNP is assembling your own Cisco home lab.
You don't have to spend a lot of money to do so; used Cisco equipment is cheaper than ever.
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3). The Console War – Three Decades and Counting
With the recent release of Microsoft’s Xbox 360 and the upcoming releases of Sony’s PS3 and Nintendo’s Wii, gamers a like are becoming more aware of the fierce competition and tactics used by these three major players of the video gaming industry.
It all began in 1972 with a unit you may remember – Magnavox Odyssey. While Magnavox’s efforts were short lived, they are still remembered to play a heavy role in the establishment of the home-based video game console.
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4). Cisco CCNA / CCNP Home Lab Tutorial: The (Many) Cable Types And Their Purposes
One of the most common questions I get from CCNA and CCNP candidates who are setting up their own home labs is "What cables will I need?" The answer is "It depends." As you know from your exam studies, the physical layout of your lab is what determines the cables you'll need. Let's take a look at the most common home lab cable types and when you will need them.
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5). Xbox 360: A Revolution in Console Gaming
It wasn't so long ago that kids who got the "new" Nintendo 8-bit gaming console or the Sega system for Christmas were the envy of every less fortunate and burned out Atari owning neighborhood playmate. As time elapsed, Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis, and NES's Turbo Graphix 16 became all the rave. Anyone now in their twenties can recall being impressed.
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6). Xbox 360 Advances Beyond Mere Child's Play
Thanks to some smart partnering, Microsoft's 360 can not only handle game play, but also television and movie downloads.
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