Footprints in the digital sand.

• Authors : Branch, Peter¹

Subjects: *INTERNET in education; *CHILDREN'S social networks; *EDUCATIONAL technologyMYSPACE Inc. ; FACEBOOK Inc.

• Source: Independent School. Summer2006, Vol. 65 Issue 4, Special Section p12-12. 1p.

• Abstract: The article discusses the potential dangers of social networking sites like Facebook.com and Myspace.com and provides recommendations for schools on dealing with the ...

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Artificial Ecologies: Second Nature Emergent Phenomena in Constructed Digital - Natural Assemblages.

• Authors : Hasdell, Peter¹

Subjects: *ECOLOGY; *NATURE; *BIOTIC communities

• Source: Leonardo Electronic Almanac. Oct2006, Vol. 14 Issue 7/8, p1-9. 9p. 3 Color Photographs.

• Abstract: The paper presents work conducted at the Architecture and Urban Research Laboratory (A+URL). A+URL conducted investigations into artificial ecologies and metabolic systems and ... Copyright of Leonardo Electronic Almanac is the property of MIT Press and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or ...

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Datebook.

Subjects: *CONFERENCE proceedings (Publications); *CONFERENCES & conventions; *INTERNET in education

• Source: TechTrends: Linking Research & Practice to Improve Learning. Sep/Oct2006, Vol. 50 Issue 5, p52-58. 7p. 2 Black and White Photographs.

• Abstract: This article provides information on several conference proceedings to be held on October 2006. The "AECT Annual International Convention" will be held ...

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Social Networking: A New Tech Tool and a New Security Concern for Teens and Schools.

• Authors : Barrett, Joanne

Subjects: *WEBSITES; *SOCIAL networks; *STUDENTS

• Source: MultiMedia & Internet@Schools. May/Jun2006, Vol. 13 Issue 3, p8-11. 4p.

• Abstract: The article focuses on the usage of social networking sites among elementary students. One of the social networking sites popular to ...

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ANIMALIA, HOMO, AND THE KINGDOM OF GOD.

• Authors : Tuttle, Russell H.¹

Subjects: *KINGDOM of God; *HUMAN evolution; *HUMAN origins

• Source: Zygon: Journal of Religion & Science. Mar2006, Vol. 41 Issue 1, p139-168. 30p.

• Abstract: I selectively and critically review the state of knowledge about human evolution and the place of humans vis-à-vis living apes, with emphasis on bipedal ... Copyright of Zygon: Journal of Religion & Science is the property of Wiley-Blackwell and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites ...

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THE DIGITAL DETECTIVES.

• Authors : Reagan, Brad

Subjects: *FORENSIC sciences; *CRIMINAL investigation; *LAW enforcementGUIDANCE Software Inc. GUIDANCE Software Inc. GUIDANCE Software Inc. GUID

• Source: Popular Mechanics. May2006, Vol. 183 Issue 5, p84-134. 5p. 4 Color Photographs.

• Abstract: The article presents information on computer forensics which is not only crucial to law enforcement, but also critical to the business world, where

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Editors' Picks.

Subjects: *LIBRARY decoration; *LIBRARY design & construction; *INTERIOR decorationMAGNUSON Group Inc. ; BENTLEY Prince Street Inc.

• Source: Library Journal. Spring2006 Design Supplement, Vol. 131, p16-23. 6p. 12 Color Photographs.

• Abstract: The article presents a product review of various library furnishings. The Mercuri Waste Receptacles from Magnuson Group, the Moen Willow Circulation Desk from Brodart Library ...

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Synthetic Means More Than Nylon.

• Authors : Lecklider, Tom

Subjects: *TESTING equipment; *COMPUTER software; *COMPUTER input-output equipment

• Source: EE: Evaluation Engineering. Dec2006, Vol. 45 Issue 12, p12-22. 7p.

• Abstract: The article discusses the nature of a synthetic instrument (SI). It is defined as a reconfigurable system linking elemental hardware and software components with standardized ...

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The Value of Routine Site Visits in Managing and Maintaining Quality Data from the Oklahoma Mesonet.

• Authors : Fiebrich, Christopher A.¹ ; Grimsley, David L.¹; McPherson, Renee A.¹

Subjects: *METEOROLOGICAL stations; *ENVIRONMENTAL monitoring; *UNIVERSITIES & collegesOKLAHOMA

• Source: Journal of Atmospheric & Oceanic Technology. Mar2006, Vol. 23 Issue 3, p406-416. 11p.

• Abstract: The Oklahoma Mesonet, jointly operated by the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University, is a network of 116 environmental monitoring stations across Oklahoma. Technicians at ... Copyright of Journal of Atmospheric & Oceanic Technology is the property of American Meteorological Society and its content may not be copied or emailed to ...

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the best of the rest.

• Authors : Hamilton, Anita; Buechner, Maryanne Murray; Grossman, Lev

Subjects: *EXPERIMENTAL automobiles; *AUTOMOBILES; *MOTORCYCLES

• Source: TIME Magazine. 11/13/2006, Vol. 168 Issue 20, p66-100. 23p. 51 Color Photographs.

• Abstract: The article looks at a variety of new automotive concepts and developments. Included are the battery powered Testa Roadster that does 130 m.p.h. and ...

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