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Utility energy storage no longer just giant batteries
CNET News - 6 hours ago
The latest smart-grid programs give alternative storage technologies--including compressed air, flow batteries, and flywheels--a shot at proving themselves at utility scale.
How to Install Chrome OS From A USB Drive
PC World News - 10 hours ago
Can't wait for a new system running the final version of Google's OS? Here's a way to run Chrome natively today.
DOE smart-grid trials fund utility-scale energy storage
CNET News - November 24, 2009
The second wave of government smart-grid funding totals $620 million to install network-savvy grid equipment and to test utility-scale storage.
Buffalo Ships USB 3.0 Hard Drive
PC World News - November 23, 2009
First model available with next-generation USB 3.0 connectivity.
10 Free Downloads for Your Laptop
PC World News - November 23, 2009
With these no-cost tools for syncing data, monitoring battery life, working with wireless networks, and using a thumb drive, you can get the most out of your laptop or netbook.
Drobo storage gets faster eSATA interface
CNET News - November 23, 2009
Data Robotics' new Drobo S storage system comes with a faster computer connection that could make it good for active storage, not just backup.
1TB SSD Drive Available Now; A Steal At Just Over $3,000
PC World News - November 23, 2009
OCZ Technology's new Colossus Series of solid-state drives includes a pricey 1TB option.
Got Extra USB Drives? Updated Pogoplug Puts Them to Use
PC World News - November 20, 2009
$129 hardware device turns USB hard drives into an Internet storage cloud for multimedia and data.
Intel an investor in storage firm for Apple users
CNET News - November 17, 2009
Chipmaker says it has invested in seven new companies through its global investment arm.
GE inks deal for 'cleaner coal' in China
CNET News - November 17, 2009
Timed with Obama's visit, GE announced deals in China around high-speed rail, hybrid locomotives, and coal gasification plants with underground carbon storage.
Start-up compresses air in tanks for energy storage
CNET News - November 13, 2009
SustainX, spun out of Dartmouth College, is developing an energy storage system that uses compressed air stored in portable containers, rather than underground formations.
Wrapping up Speeds and Feeds, part 4: Security
CNET News - November 12, 2009
PCs and the Internet provide only fragmented support for secure storage and communications. Technology and standards are available to provide security by default. What are we waiting for?
CNET News Daily Podcast: No solar power in my backyard, please
CNET News - November 11, 2009
Communities bristle at the thought of solar and wind farms being built near them; layoffs at Adobe; Google cuts photo storage prices; and take our survey, please!
Flywheels to buffer 20 megawatts on grid
CNET News - November 11, 2009
Flywheel maker Beacon Power said it plans to begin construction later this month of an energy storage facility in upstate New York to stabilize grid frequency.
Google cuts Picasa photo storage prices
CNET News - November 11, 2009
The annual cost to store 20GB of photos at Picasa Web Albums now eight times cheaper, making it more interesting as an online backup option.