Chrome And Firefox Communicate Via WebRTC (video)

Google and Mozilla have today released a WebRTC demo video showing how their two browsers Chrome and Firefox can now let users communicate via video and chat using WebRTC.

WebRTC has been developed and is a new set of technologies that allows clear crisp voice, sharp high-definition video and low-delay communication via web browsers. Watch the video after the jump to see it in action between Firefox and Chrome.

Google explains a little more about the WebRTC demo and development: “From the very beginning, this joint WebRTC effort was embraced by the open web community, including engineers from the Chrome and Firefox teams. The common goal was to help developers offer rich, secure communications, integrated directly into their web applications.”
 
“In order to succeed, a web-based communications platform needs to work across browsers. Thanks to the work and participation of the W3C and IETF communities in developing the platform, Chrome and Firefox can now communicate by using standard technologies such as the Opus and VP8codecs for audio and video, DTLS-SRTP for encryption, and ICE for networking.”

NRC releases Nokia HumanForm | Nokia Research Center

Nokia HumanForm was created in a joint effort to translate the most promising new nanotechnologies into meaningful user experiences, in order to create real devices and set goals for future product portfolios.

The project is a key step towards bringing significant user experience benefits to the market, enabled by nanotechnology. Nokia HumanForm is a visionary solution for a dynamically flexible device for uses beyond touch screen and voice communication where technology is invisible and intuition takes over. Natural interactions are enabled with a kinetic user interface.

How to Unlock a Computer Without a Password Reset Disk

A locked computer can result in dead-end frustration, potentially costing hundreds of dollars in repair bills. Unlock your computer without the aid of a password-reset disk by accessing the default Administrator account from Safe Mode and unlocking your computer via console commands. This can generally be done in minutes.

Instructions:

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•       Restart the computer.

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•       Press and hold down the "F8" key as the computer is booting. Release "F8" when a list of options appears and select "Safe Mode With Networking" from the list.

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•       Click on the "Administrator" account.

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•       Press the Start button on the lower left-hand side of the screen.

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•       Type "control userpasswords2" in the text field that appears and press "Enter." Uncheck "Users must enter a username and password" and restart the computer. It will be unlocked.

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•       If this does not resolve the situation, press the Start button and chose Control Panel from the menu that appears. Click the arrow in the Control Panel to bring down a drop-down box and choose "All Control Panel Items." Navigate to "User Accounts" and then "Manage Another Account." Choose your account and select the option to edit it. Select "Remove the password." Repeat for every account accessible through the Control Panel.

Tips & Warnings:

• If these instructions do not restore access, consider a third-party software program such as Windows Password Reset (see Resources). Always download unfamiliar software through a trusted site such as CNet or Download.com

•   Create a password-reset disk as soon as possible after you regain access to your computer.

LaCie 5big 20TB Thunderbolt Storage

As well as announcing the availability of their new limited edition Blade Runner external 4TB hard disk drive designed by Philippe Starck. Lacie has also unveiled their massive 20TB storage devices in the form of the LaCie 5big.

The LaCie 5big builds on the technology from the 2big Lacie storage devices but offers an impressive 20TB of storage starting at $1,200 directly from the LaCie website.

 The LaCie 5big features speeds up to 785MB/s thanks to five 7200rpm/64MB cache hard disks preconfigured in RAID 0, within the 5big. The five hot swappable 5big disks enable users to customise their RAID configurations, to create lightning-fast volume with three disks in RAID 0 and a safe volume with two disks in RAID 1 if desired.

 

Since it's generally overkill to use all five drives in RAID 1, and extremely risky in RAID 0, the best way to use the 5big Thunderbolt is to set up two separate volumes, one with two hard drives in RAID 1 and the other with three drives in RAID 0. You can use the first to store important data and the second for frequently assessed data.

LA100 UAV Flying UAV Drone Aircraft Fitted With GoPro Camera (video)

The LA100 flying UAV drone for GoPro is the world first fully autonomous UAV drone aircraft, and has been constructed to capture images and HD video footage using the GoPro action camera system, we have featured a number of times here on Geeky Gadgets.
The LA100 UAV Flying UAV drone has been created by Lehmann Aviation using mainly carbon fibre and foam, and weighs around 850g. Watch the video after the jump to learn more about the L-series Flying UAV Drone project and see it in action.

LA100 has been designed by Lehmann Aviation to be the world’s first aircraft designed for the users with no piloting background. Being fully autonomous the UAV (drone) can be launched and it will come back to you after 5 minutes of flight.
“with options to mount the camera on the top wing or bottom wing for simultaneous use of two GoPro’s, the unit is capable of withstanding harsh environments and diverse climate conditions: from -25°C to +60°C, humid or dry air and high wind resistance. Made mostly out of carbon fiber and foam, the LA100 is also easy to transport,  weighing less than 1 kg with a wingspan of less than 1 meter long.”
The LA100 UAV Flying UAV Drone is available to purchase for $1,338


LA100 UAV from Lehmann Aviation on MasterMindtech.