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Windows 10

Microsoft is distancing itself from Windows 8 as much as possible, that they even skipped a version just to provide some cushion. Everyone was anticipating that the new version will be called Windows 9, but Microsoft just announced it will be releasing Windows 10 instead. Why no love for the number 9? Does this mean the Start menu is getting another makeover? By the way, it’s scheduled to release next spring.

MariaDB vs MySQL

Some Linux distros now come installed with MariaDB instead MySQL. MariaDB is a fork of MySQL due to licensing fears by others about Oracle. Sun Microsystems bought MySQL and Oracle bought Sun for ownership of MySQL. Here are comparisons between MariaDB and MySQL. From InfoWorld, Dice, and SkySQL.

Vending Machines with WiFi

BT Global Services and Coke are partnering to provide WiFi access on vending machines in rural parts of South Africa. Locals will be able to check their emails while being refreshed by Coke. Novel idea. Does it mean that “water cooler” talk will be replaced by “vending machine” talk? Probably not. I see a potential business here for others to provide an internet vending machine for tourists stuck in remote tourist spots.