Google Calendar has officially launched, and TechCrunch has a nice review. Just used it myself, it really is fast, like Gmail. Nice sharing features, ability to have private/public calendar, good stuff! See link for details.
Automattic takes funding
Automattic, the makers of WordPress (blogging/content management system) which I use and LOVE, are going through a round of funding. I wonder what they’ll come up with? See link for details.
The Lambretta Twist
Here is the link to a wonderful video from the 60s, advertising THE moped of the hour, called the Lambretta.
Local coupons at Zixxo
A website called Zixxo has launched to allow coupon creation and distribution via RSS feeds. Businesses can log on and create coupons, specify local or national distribution, and consumers can access and use them. Nice! See link for details.
Catch that hard drive before it croaks
Tom Krazit, writing for CNETNews.com, describes a piece of software called HDDLife Utility, that monitors the health of hard drives and lets you know how much longer they’ll last. This lets you plan data backups, so you’re prepared and most importantly, you don’t lose it! See link for details.
Raoul Pop 