http://www.techcrater.com Ground-breaking Technology Fri, 28 Dec 2007 08:56:14 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Kingston has kindly provided us with a 1GB review model of its new DataTraveler ReadyFlash USB thumb drive (DTR/1GBFE). Released in March 2007, Kingston's ReadyFlash Series has been designed and tested for ReadyBoost "based on precise performance specifications outlined by Microsoft".   (Ed - is it a paradox ... http://www.techcrater.com/2007/04/18/kingston-1gb-datatraveler-readyflash-review/ Is it good to use a SD card with Vista's ReadyBoost? Tech Crater takes a brief look at the pros and cons, then, you can decide. http://www.techcrater.com/2007/04/12/readyboost-and-sd-cards/ Six Easy Steps Currently, there is no official list of devices which are compatible with ReadyBoost. Thousands of users have put their devices to trial by Vista, and compiled unofficial lists. One of the most comprehensive lists has been made by community contributions to Grant Gibson. But just ... http://www.techcrater.com/2007/04/06/how-to-find-readyboost-speed-rating/ http://www.techcrater.com/2007/04/05/readyboost-flash-memory-speed-list/ Tech Crater is currently expanding its tendrils into the internet. We are currently building a page just for reciprocal links. Please view it by clicking on 'Credits' on the bottom-right of this page! http://www.techcrater.com/2007/03/19/the-reciprocal-link-page/ The Microsoft Ultimate Limited Offer 2007 Program set sail on 26 February 2007 and has been shipping the latest Office Suite to students at a reduced price. While there is nothing novel in offering academic versions of software, Microsoft's Program takes a revolutionary approach that could be a forefront ... http://www.techcrater.com/2007/03/18/microsofts-ultimate-flagship/ The internet brings every piece of public domain information in the world to our fingertips. The expanse of the information is simply overwhelming. It is no longer a question of is what we seek there, but whether can we distill it from all the unwanted data. With ... http://www.techcrater.com/2007/03/17/superhighway-pitfalls/ Dell Inc, the US-based computer manufacturer and vendor, departs from its tradition of shipping all home and business desktops with a Microsoft operating system. Now Dell also offers systems with a 'free' pre-installation of an open source OS. Will you make the switch to open source? http://www.techcrater.com/2007/03/15/dell-halfway-to-open-source/ Coverage coming soon on: Actel Corporation Adaptec Software on-line Adaptive Logic http://www.techcrater.com/2007/03/14/hardware-companies/ Tech Crater has just landed, the newest niche on the internet discussing the latest technology and science. As a little background, we currently have two writers, both graduates of IT-related degrees from Australian universities. Welcome to the Tech Crater and please head over to the forums to introduce yourself. http://www.techcrater.com/2007/03/13/hello-world/