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Block Bad Guys With R2's Nifty New DHCP MAC Address Filtering Tool

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:08:00 +0000

Block Bad Guys With R2's Nifty New DHCP MAC Address Filtering Tool: "

Basically, here's what R2's DHCP Server can do with MAC address filtering:

Either block any particular MAC address from getting an IP address, or allow any particular MAC address to get an IP address.
Arrange the question of gets blocked from and who gets allowed to have an IP address either as a whitelist (no one gets an IP address unless their MAC address is on the "allowed" list) or a blacklist (everyone gets an IP address unless their MAC address is on the "deny" list).
By default, DHCP runs as a blacklist with no IP addresses on the "deny" list.
R2's DHCP server lets you enter one or MAC addresses into its filters in several ways:
- hand-enter the MAC address into the GUI (ugh)
- hand-enter a range of MAC addresses using "*" as a wild card (better)
- select a bunch of systems that already have a DHCP lease, right-click them and add them to either the allow or deny list with just a few mouse clicks (even better)
- feed the DHCP server a text list of MAC addresses
- use a new command-line tool to enter one or more MAC addresses

Continue: Mark Minasi Newsletter #82 The New DHCP Server in R2

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Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R2

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:20:00 +0000

Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R2: "This download is an incremental release to Windows Embedded CE 6.0, if you do not have CE 6.0, you can also download an evaluation copy from Microsoft® download center. Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R2 provides the latest breakthrough technologies that help Windows Embedded CE 6.0 device makers efficiently build small footprint devices that connect to Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008.

Windows Azure SDK

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:19:00 +0000

Windows Azure SDK: "The Windows® Azure™ SDK provides developers with the APIs, tools, documentation, and samples needed to develop Internet-scale applications that run on Windows Azure.

Gallery of Best Windows 7 Tweaks

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:18:00 +0000

Gallery of Best Windows 7 Tweaks: "Illustrated tips for customizing the Windows 7 interface for taste and efficiency.

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10 Amazing Google SketchUp Buildings

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:18:00 +0000

10 Amazing Google SketchUp Buildings: "From the Pyramid of Peace in Kazakhstan to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, in Cleveland, Google's 3D modeling SketchUp tool brings Google's maps to life.

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Jailbreaking Your iPhone: The Pros and Cons

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:17:00 +0000

Jailbreaking Your iPhone: The Pros and Cons: "Thinking about being a rebel and adding unapproved third-party apps to your iPhone? Make sure you know what the risks are first.

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Top 20 Windows 7 Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:16:00 +0000

Top 20 Windows 7 Tips: "Here are 20 tricks to tweak Windows 7 into the interface that works best for you.

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Hacker cracks Apple's latest iPhone 3GS security measures

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:16:00 +0000

Hacker cracks Apple's latest iPhone 3GS security measures: "A hacker this week released a new exploit that allows users to circumvent Apple's preventative measures that have blocked unauthorized code from being run on the new iPhone 3GS.

Apple releases Mac OS X 10.6.2 with guest account bug fix

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:15:00 +0000

Apple releases Mac OS X 10.6.2 with guest account bug fix: "Apple's second update for Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6.2, was officially released Monday afternoon, fixing a number of issues including a guest account bug that could potentially delete a user's account data.

Report: Apple testing RFID swipe support in iPhone prototypes

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:15:00 +0000

Report: Apple testing RFID swipe support in iPhone prototypes: "A site focused on Near Field Communications has reported that Apple has built new iPhone prototypes with hardware support for sensing RFID chips.

Inside Google's Android and Apple's iPhone OS as advancing technology

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:15:00 +0000

Inside Google's Android and Apple's iPhone OS as advancing technology: "Google's Android supplies smartphone makers with the core software they can use to sell devices that compete against the iPhone. This article is the third in a series examining how Android stacks up in comparison to the iPhone as a smartphone software platform, looking particularly how core system and bundled software is delivered, updated, and maintained.

Apple's iPhone captures 17% of worldwide smartphone market

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:14:00 +0000

Apple's iPhone captures 17% of worldwide smartphone market: "In less than two and a half years on the market, Apple's iPhone has managed nearly a fifth of the total global smartphone market, thanks to nearly 50 percent year-over-year growth in sales in the third quarter of 2009.

Apple begins shipping quad-core 27-inch iMac models

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:14:00 +0000

Apple begins shipping quad-core 27-inch iMac models: "Apple's top-of-the-line 27-inch iMacs, powered with Intel quad-core processors, have begun shipping to those who purchased the machines in October, AppleInsider has learned.

Inside Google's Android and Apple's iPhone OS as business models

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:14:00 +0000

Inside Google's Android and Apple's iPhone OS as business models: "Google's Android offers a free software alternative to smartphone makers hoping to catch up to the iPhone. This article is the second in a series examining how Android stacks up in comparison to the iPhone as a smartphone software platform, looking particularly at the business model of each and how this affects users.

Microsoft denies Apple had influence on Windows 7 design

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:14:00 +0000

Microsoft denies Apple had influence on Windows 7 design: "After a Microsoft official was quoted as saying that the 'look and feel' of Windows 7 was inspired by Mac OS X, Apple's rival to the north has officially retracted the statement.

Apple's Mini DisplayPort officially adopted by VESA

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:13:00 +0000

Apple's Mini DisplayPort officially adopted by VESA: "The Video Electronics Standard Association officially issued its Mini DisplayPort standard Tuesday, based on the technology licensed from Apple.

Apple unveils browser-based iTunes Preview

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:13:00 +0000

Apple unveils browser-based iTunes Preview: "Apple has updated links generated via iTunes to direct to a Web site called iTunes Preview, which gives customers the option to view content without launching the application.

Apple co-founder Steve Jobs named Fortune 'CEO of the Decade'

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:13:00 +0000

Apple co-founder Steve Jobs named Fortune 'CEO of the Decade': "For his role in turning Apple into a groundbreaking technology leader and the most valuable company in Silicon Valley, Fortune Magazine has named Steve Jobs its 'CEO of the Decade.'

Bill Gates praises Steve Jobs for saving Apple

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:13:00 +0000

Bill Gates praises Steve Jobs for saving Apple: "When asked about Steve Jobs in a TV special that aired this week, Bill Gates said the Apple co-founder has shown 'more inspiration' than any other leader in the tech industry.

Report: Apple to launch Verizon iPhone in Q3 2010

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:12:00 +0000

Report: Apple to launch Verizon iPhone in Q3 2010: "A new report citing sources in the Taiwan handset supply chain says Apple has contracted to produce a UMTS/CDMA hybrid iPhone due in the third quarter of next year that will enable the company to sell a single global handset to all carriers, and specifically to Verizon Wireless in the US.

Microsoft official admits Windows 7 design inspired by Mac OS X

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:12:00 +0000

Microsoft official admits Windows 7 design inspired by Mac OS X: "When it looked to redesign its dominant operating system after the struggles of Windows Vista, Microsoft reportedly turned to Apple's Mac OS X for the 'look and feel' of Windows 7.

AMD and Intel Announce Settlement of All Antitrust and IP Disputes

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:11:00 +0000

AMD and Intel Announce Settlement of All Antitrust and IP Disputes: "

SUNNYVALE/SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Nov. 12, 2009 – Intel Corporation and Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) today announced a comprehensive agreement to end all outstanding legal disputes between the companies, including antitrust litigation and patent cross license disputes.

Office 2010 beta leaks to the web

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:10:00 +0000

Office 2010 beta leaks to the web: "

Just a week before public beta starts, Michael Aulia of Craving Tech posted some screen shots and his initial impressions after Microsoft sent him the beta directly.

Neowin has the story

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Microsoft ForeFront Roadmap

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:09:00 +0000

Microsoft ForeFront Roadmap: "

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Microsoft Forefront for Exchange Topology

noreply@blogger.com (Nasser Hadjloo) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:09:00 +0000

Microsoft Forefront for Exchange Topology: "

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