(1) A receptacle that receives a plug. See plugs & sockets.
(2) See Unix socket.
(2) See Unix socket.
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- Software that implements some useful network functions. There are the following tools: lookup (ip addresses corresponding to a URL and, conversely, the url associated with ip or an interval ip); Daytime allows you to connect to a server of its kind to receive in return date; Finger (allows you to...
- Software downloads 2008-08-26
- Sprint Airave
- Since a cell phone is practically useless without good signal strength, a signal booster is sometimes required to boost it. We've seen plenty signal boosters here at CNET, from the Wi-Ex zBoost YX510-PCS-CEL to the ARC Freedom Antenna. However, Sprint has decided to release device to boost the signal of...
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- HS TFTP .NET class library is a .NET component which implements TFTP server and client functionality over UDP socket layer according to RFC 1350 Trivial File Transfer Protocol. HS TFTP .NET is designed for use from Visual C# .NET C Sharp. The use of HS TFTP .NET class library is...
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- Is AMD getting ready to split?
- Is AMD getting ready to split?high-end AMD vs IntelWhile I agree that AMD wants a high-end CPU to compete with the Core2Duo extreme processors, it is hard to say that this is a good course of action. Generally, it is gaming enthusiasts and benchmark addicts that actually shell out the...
- Discussion threads 2008-08-12
- VMware launches new system builder, certification programs, joins Linux Foundation
- VMware is investing more resources in the channel and IT community -- and getting more involved in the Linux community -- to preserve its lead in the virtualization software market. At LinuxWorld and Next Generation Data Center Conference this week, the Palo Alto, Calif. virtualization software leader...
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- According to a post at iPhone Atlas a company called USB Fever is preparing to offer a hardware-based iPhone 3G unlocking device. The company is taking pre-orders for a US$35 SIM unlock that consists of a micro-controller mounted to a 0.10mm thin piece of FPC that fits...
- Blog posts 2008-08-06
- The 8GB/64-bit advantage - More RAM doesn't always mean better performance
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- Discussion threads 2008-08-05
- Free IP Tools (exe)
- IP Tools is a convenient way to keep all important network utilities in one place. Twelve essential network tools inside a single user-friendly application. Customizable ping and traceroute, intelligent port scanner, remote host monitor, email address verifier, SNMP device scanner, system files editor, IP blacklist checker, NetBIOS scanner, and raw...
- Software downloads 2008-08-05
- You've got Vista x64 questions, I've got answers
- You've got Vista x64 questions, I've got answers64-bit ram usageI'm curious what kind of ram usage you see after having the OS running for awhile. I've personally tested similar results, with 32-bit using a little less then 900mb on a fresh startup and 64-bit using a few megabytes over 1...
- Discussion threads 2008-08-04
- Ion Desk Rocker USB speakers
- The Ion Desk Rocker USB speaker system makes short work of getting impressive sound both in and out of your computer. It's not the most attractive or best-sounding system we've tested, but at an affordable $99, the Desk Rocker delivers big sound with a extensive set of features.The Ion Desk...
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- SnackAmp is a multi-platform music player with common music player abilities as well as multi-user support and a powerful auto-play list feature. SnackAmp was specifically designed to handle very large music collections without sacrificing memory or speed. It allows you to catalog your media folders and removable media CDs etc...
- Software downloads 2008-07-25
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- Express Inventory is professional stock management software for Windows that allows you to manage inventory in one or several locations. When installed with Express Invoice you can create purchase orders to be sent directly to a vendor. This free Inventory management software allows you to manage stock levels thought categories,...
- Software downloads 2008-07-23
- Open Source VoIP: Asterisk or FreeSwitch?
- When the time came for a new PBX, Brian Snipes chose to do something a bit unconventional. The IT manager at law firm Hare, Wynn, Newell, and Newton LLP didn't purchase a commercial PBX, nor did he settle on the open source market leader,...
- Blog posts 2008-07-22
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- Blog posts 2008-07-17
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- Blog posts 2008-07-14
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- Blog posts 2008-07-10
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- Software downloads 2008-07-10
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