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IBM Launches Pilot Program for Migrating to Macs

Found this via MacRumors. IBM appears to be looking into furthering themselves away from windows. Though I believe they do quite a bit of work with linux and unix, this appears to have a larger impact on there day to day use. They still would have quite a bit to flush out like creating a supported version of UDB and Websphere for OSX. A few other things are mentioned in the article. Not surprised that "19 of 22 (86%) Users Ask to Keep the Mac."

Check out the rest HERE.

Close Encounters with the Internet

Previous Generation MacBook Pro's Deal

Noticed this on Apple's Store. From $500 to $700 off the original price for what is still great machine. You have to get this through the educational site and Clearance items.

Wired.com - The Untold Story: How the iPhone Blew Up the Wireless Industry

Interesting read about the development of the iPhone and the impact to the mobile industry. Article HERE.

"To make sure the iPhone didn't generate too much radiation, Apple built models of human heads — complete with goo to simulate brain density — and measured the effects. "

Bush Claims the Death of Mandela

Bush Claims the Death of Mandela
Might be a bit outdated for some, though I wanted to make sure everyone caught this.

Bacon Candy Bar

So, I know this is outside of the normal subject areas of the penguin, but I had to post this. This is what happens when you combine Applewood smoked bacon + Alder smoked salt + deep milk chocolate. As odd as it sounds it may be good. I do enjoy a good chocolate covered pretzel ... only thing that may be strange is the smoked taste. More ...

Win a Wii in Jersey

Give a try at the Crane Game at Point Pleasant Boardwalk at the Jersey Shore to get a Wii. My guess is at $2 a try, the machine knows to wait for 150 plays before the claw will hold on to one.
My understanding of any of these crane games is they are set up that every X time the claw will grip a bit harder to make it possible to win. If you have the patience to watch, you can ultimitly figure out. Just like counting cards, though no cards. CNET Photos



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