In object technology, a method is the processing that an object performs. When a message is sent to an object, the method is implemented. See object-oriented programming.
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- iPhone vs. Android development: Day 2
- Welcome to day 2 of a 5-day course on iPhone programming presented by Big Nerd Ranch. During the course I'll be blogging about the differences between Android and iPhone development. [Read: Day 1, Day 3, Day 4, Day 5] Yesterday we learned about creating...
- Blog posts 2008-11-18
- iPhone vs. Android development: Day 1
- As I mentioned last week I've started learning more about developing for the Apple iPhone. This week I'll be sharing my experiences during a 5-day course on iPhone programming presented by Big Nerd Ranch. In particular, I'll be pointing out differences between Android and iPhone development. [Read:...
- Blog posts 2008-11-17
- SaaS competition in PPM and GRC heats up
- More SaaS movement from a major software vendor CA yesterday announced the availability of two software as a service SaaS solutions. One is targeted for the IT management space while the other is oriented around governance. CA is taking its on-premise enterprise...
- Blog posts 2008-11-17
- Should RIM also license Exchange ActiveSync?
- I was pretty impressed by the RIM BlackBerry Bold see my first impressions post and the display and keyboard sold me on it. I still think the display and keyboard are both fantastic and it is definitely the best BlackBerry device to date. However, due to the lack of Exchange...
- Blog posts 2008-11-15
- Firefox security makeover: 11 vulnerabilities, 4 critical
- Mozilla has released a new version of its flagship Firefox browser to fix a total of 11 vulnerabilities that expose users to code execution, information stealing or denial-of-service attacks. Four of the 11 flaws covered with the new Firefox 3.0.4 are rated "critical" because of the risk...
- Blog posts 2008-11-12
- A protein version of a Vermeer masterwork
- Canadian scientists have recreated a famous painting from Vermeer on the microscale by using a new protein patterning technique. In fact, they've used a new laser method to draw protein pictures. And to illustrate the precision of their protein patterning technique, the research team reproduced 'Girl with a Pearl Earring,'...
- Blog posts 2008-11-12
- Why can't kids text in context?
- Most of us big people can send a text message or a quick email from our phones. We abbreviate, use emoticons, and are both adept at and understanding of those terse replies appropriate for text/IM communications. We may not be quite as speedy with our thumbs as our...
- Blog posts 2008-11-12
- Judge tells Apple exec to stop work
- Judge tells Apple exec to stop workNon-competes never stand up in court.The rights of the individual are held higher than those of the corporation. I have discussed this with several HR departments. Generally they ask people to sign them knowing they cannot enforce them.Its a matter of livelihood....
- Discussion threads 2008-11-10
- Taking productivity lessons from open source
- Even if your organization doesn't produce software or work with open source development, you can still take some lessons from open source communities -- in particular, how to get work done with fewer meetings and less real-time. Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols covers some of the things that outsourcing...
- Blog posts 2008-11-10
- How to scale to 256 processors and beyond
- How to scale to 256 processors and beyondSo in other words expecting MS to get this right is...basically a pie in the sky.Still chasing what Linux can already do...Learn from the lessons and heartache of BeOSOne of the biggest problems for BeOS as a development environment was lock and race...
- Discussion threads 2008-11-07
- SecuWipe for Pocket PC (exe)
- Erase data from your Pocket PC. Wipe contacts, email, SMS, temporary files, browsing history, files and memory cards. The program employs different data sanitizing algorithms, including zero-filling, U.S. DoD 5220.22-M method, Bruce Schneier's algorithm, and Peter Gutmann's algorithm. Use wiping to eliminate traces of your everyday activity. Or if you...
- Software downloads 2008-11-07
- No longer safe: WPA encryption cracked in 12 to 15 minutes
- No longer safe: WPA encryption cracked in 12 to 15 minutesI've said it before, I'll say it again...Wireless and Retail do not mix!http://talkback.zdnet.com/5208-12691-0.html?forumID=1&threadID=45392&messageID=838312&start=-9957WPA is not cracked - only TKIP is, no access to data..Here is why :- Attack does not give you access to the data transmited- Why? Only the...
- Discussion threads 2008-11-06
- Adobe updates Flash Player 9 to fix six security holes
- Adobe updates Flash Player 9 to fix six security holesJob Security at AdobeJust get on the Acrobat or Flash teams and you will have a job for life. I have never seen so may problems/exploits and needed updates as I have seen with Acrobat and Flash. Adobe needs...
- Discussion threads 2008-11-06
- sme.sap.com: be impressed
- Regular readers will know I have great hopes for SAP Business ByDesign as a service, even if I am less than convinced about executive commitment. At the end of last week, a SAPper contacted me to ask if I want to check out sme.sap.com. Normally I...
- Blog posts 2008-11-05
- The Shield Deluxe 2009 (exe)
- The Shield Deluxe 200p combines reactive antivirus and spyware detection methods with the latest proactive technologies to provide your computer with the most effective protection against malicious programs. The product is simple to install and set up, while offering advanced users a range of versatile settings for fine-tuning the program....
- Software downloads 2008-11-05
- Show of hands: Who wants multi-touch on a PC (and why)?
- Show of hands: Who wants multi-touch on a PC and why?Touch HandheldsMulti Touch is really for handhelds. I wouldn't want to use my notebook or a media center pc using touch. I'd rather use a remote for a media center pc and a mouse with my notebook. I don't know...
- Discussion threads 2008-11-04
- News to know: E-voting security; Salesforce.com; NetSuite; SAP; Microsoft
- Here are today's notable headlines. You can get News To Know via email alert and RSS daily: Jason Perlow: Linux: The Joe Sixpack Strategy Mary Jo Foley: Microsoft Big Brains: Brad Lovering Microsoft confirms MinWin is in Windows 7, after all...
- Blog posts 2008-11-04
- Will e-voting machines tilt the election?
- Will e-voting machines tilt the election?RE: Will e-voting machines tilt the election?First the reported problems are far more widespread than Tennessee and West Virginia. The e-voting systems are being reported as having the similar issues nationwide and even with different manufactures.See http://www.bradblog.com/?p=6616The behavior being reported is hardly the type of...
- Discussion threads 2008-11-03
- IR2BTci
- While the Sony PlayStation 3 is one of the best values for high-def movie buffs, it's always been somewhat of a pain to integrate in a standard home theater because it lacks an IR receptor. That means popular universal remotes, such a Logitech Harmony, can't control the PS3 and you're...
- Product reviews 2008-11-03
- WD TV Media Player plays HD files from external hard drives on your TV
- With HD streaming still in its infancy, a lot of different approaches are being thrown against the proverbial wall as to how to best get your high-def content from the computer to your HDTV. Western Digital is offering a fairly low-tech method with its new WD TV Media Player unit,...
- Blog posts 2008-11-03
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