kenekaplan

Sweet!!!! Get's CNET's Editor's Choice.

From the page: "Autodesk, a company best known for its AutoCAD three-dimensional design software, has spent the past year developing extensions to its existing products focused on green renovations of existing commercial buildings, company executives said here on Monday.

Last year, Autodesk acquired two companies that had developed analytical tools intended to bring more hard numbers to sustainable design efforts. When used with Autodesk's existing applications, professionals such as architects, designers, and contractors can get a snapshot of how existing buildings perform in terms of energy and water use and can simulate the impact of architectural changes. "

From the page: "Be reasonable and calm while you admit that you are concerned about how a situation is developing. Be prepared to show, objectively, how your child is not meeting his goals. Produce reports, articles or test results that will persuade an objective listener (like a due process hearing officer, or a judge) why your suggestions are reasonable.

If you can lay out a "court ready" case at this level, everyone will quickly read the handwriting on the wall. Threats and accusations are unnecessary. The facts speak for themselves. Of course, this assumes that you have some facts on your side.

Do not shy away from the damning evidence. Develop a strategy to deal with it. A good lawyer knows all the strengths and weaknesses of her case. We know where we expect to have trouble and prepare for this as best as we can. Again, objective data from non-school district personnel is the best place to start. "

From the page: "Rocketboom Tech reporter Ellie Rountree has been doing some great segments, sharing her top tech tips. "

From the page: "In September, Intel vice president Renee James pitched the company's software strategy to thousands of developers at Intel's annual technology showcase in San Francisco. See scenes from the event, and hear James' thoughts on Intel's approach to software. "

From the page: "At the Intel University Design Expo last week, several students from the California College of the Arts were showcased for their innovative work with cameras and mobile technology, exploring new ways to capture landscapes, print photos and connect with your children. "

From the page: "SAN FRANCISCO -- Intel kicked off its 12th annual Intel Developer Forum (IDF) with a keynote by CEO Paul Otellini that highlighted the world's largest chipmaker's ongoing efforts to branch out into profitable sectors beyond its core PC market.

That's been a chief focus of Intel's (NASDAQ: INTC) for some time: When IDF kicked off in 1997, it was focused on the PC, but has expanded far beyond that in the ensuing 12 years. "

From the page: "Four UCLA students under the direction of Professor Rebeca Méndez in the Design | Media Arts department presented these environmental communication projects at the Intel University Expo at the Moscone Center in San Francisco last week."