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Great explanation

This is a GREAT article by Tim Wu, Columbia Law School, explaining in really readable language the history and problems associated with the patent system that h…

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Does it matter if it is not true?

It's been sort of funny watching Oprah struggle with the meaning of truth, and watching the entire publishing industry on edge waiting to adopt her meaning.…

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Video iPod and the City

Lately, I've been feeling a lot like Carrie Bradshaw.  I've finally found true love with my Mr. Big - the iPod with Video.  After two years of using the…

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Overdue Update

I took a new job in the DC area a few months ago working for NIST on biometric and identity technologies and standards.  It's an exciting time to be working…

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The Harpies Rage On

I note that Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid broke with the customary Beltway style a week or two ago to apologize for a report released by his office that was…

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The Problems of Automation

A top Entertainment story on googleNews right now is Bond Helmer Busted for Prostitution.  Right next to it is a picture of Pierce Brosnan: When I read this, I…