Code name: Leapfrog

Article Abstract:

IBM is using a new computer concept to restore the its image as an industry leader in design and technology. IBM proposes to design a computer code named Leapfrog, which would showcase the company's design, research and engineering talent in a highly visible 'image' product. These computers can be used at a desk with a keyboard, taken to meetings, used to take notes with a pen and used to make presentations. Leapfrog's main body has a 24mm thick pen based tablet with a color display activated by a cordless pen and desk top base hidden underneath a pop-out keyboard. Leapfrog's desk top base has a three dimensional parallelogram form with lopped off corners giving it an illusionistic appearance.

Innovations, Computer design

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Beware the tax code's double-edged sword

Article Abstract:

The tax code's lack of flexibility regarding the definition of temporary workers is affecting the hiring practices of design firms. The current law requires design firms to regard temporary employees as full-time employees. As a result, employers are forced to comply with the tax code by placing the workers on payroll or paying the temporary workers with cash under the table. The end result is loss of revenue, deprivation of worker's benefits and heavy tax burdens for small firms that choose to comply with the law. Designers should lobby for provisions that would allow hiring on short-term basis.

Taxation, Wages, Wages and salaries, Tax policy, Industrial designers, Temporary employees

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The Cartoon History of the Universe: Mac/Windows CD-ROM, Human Code

Article Abstract:

The 'Cartoon History of the Universe' disk encompasses 13 billion years of history with updates and the addition of some features including a multiplayer version of the ancient Egyptian game Senet and an online history quiz. The software is considered a rare example of multimedia done correctly and covers substantial amounts of complex material with economy and wit, enhanced with simple animated sequences.

Evaluation, Product/Service Evaluation, Educational software, The Cartoon History of the Universe (Educational/training software)

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