IDG: “The KDE Project on Wednesday released the latest version of
its Linux/Unix desktop software, with enhancements intended
to boost application startup speeds and increase its support for
Java. The company also announced that Compaq Computer
Corp. will offer KDE 2.2 as an interface for its Tru64 operating system.”

highlander writes: “The tech slowdown seems to have hit Formula racing, with several teams fearful that major sponsors may reduce or withdraw from the Grand Prix circuit.”

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LinuxPR: “IBM today
announced the Linux Digital Studio Solution, IBM’s first complete
Linux-based solution for the media and entertainment industry. The
package represents a comprehensive suite of IBM workstations,
servers, storage and services all designed to support animators,
special effects wizards and digital media producers as their work
increasingly takes advantage of Linux.”

Kelly McNeill writes “There has been much talk over the past few years about the ultimate demise of the personal computer. People have argued that the average consumer does not require the full power of a personal computer. Instead, they say, there will be a migration towards digital appliances that are limited in function, but as easy to use as a TV set or toaster. I don’t doubt that digital appliances will find their place amongst those who do not need personal computers. However, there will always be a segment of the population that will need and want PCs.”

The BBC reports that a California-based company is planning to try to persuade famous individuals to copyright their DNA to protect themselves from unwanted cloning.

Kelly McNeill writes: “After trying to test the product known as “Anonymizer,” I can safely say that I’m not impressed yet, although I am ready to be a supporter if the kinks are worked out. I found out about Anonymizer last week while scanning the industry news. I was compelled to surf to the Anonymizer Web site where I found the blurb “It’s an ON/OFF SWITCH for privacy that downloads right into your Internet Explorer toolbar. Just click it anytime you want privacy and security while surfing!””

Australian IT reports that a pair of programmers who made a Korean version of the popular Napster music file sharing software could face five years in jail and fines for copyright violations.

Anonymous Reader writes “NEW YORK (Reuters) – Hollywood’s latest rising star is Linux, the upstart operating system that serves as an alternative to Microsoft Corp.’s Windows.

And as studios move to embrace the freely available Linux for their special effects and animation needs, technology giants are taking notice. On Wednesday, International Business Machines Corp.is set to announce its Linux Digital Studio package….

http://dailynews.yahoo.com/h/nm/20010814/tc/tech_l inux_hollywood_dc_1.html”

International Data Group reports that a “Dutch cryptographer claims he has found a way to crack technology developed by Intel that protects digital video from pirates. However, he said he won’t publish his findings because he is afraid he will be prosecuted or sued in the U.S.”