Open Source Downloads: the Monster List & Datamation.com - S As demonstrated by the nearly 500 open source downloads on this list, open source software has benefited from an explosion of creativity in the last several years. Indeed, the first decade of the 21st century could be called “the Decade of Open Source.” Since 2006, Datamation has put together at least 15 different lists of open source software, for file sharing, enterprises, small businesses, windows users, netbooks, security professionals, and others. (And check out the hot new open source list from late 2009). Of course, with so many open source apps, they aren't all of equal quality. Peruse the full list -- it's a mighty thing -- or search by alphabetical category: Page 1: Accounting, Address Books, Anti-Spam, Anti-Spyware, Anti-Virus/Anti-Malware, App Firewall, Astronomy, Audio Tools, Page 2: Backup, Biology, Blogging, Browsers, Bulletin Board, BI, BPM, Business, Calender, Chemistry, Classroom, Collaboration Open Source Accounting 1. 2. 3. 4. osFinancials 5. Open Source Address Book 6.
software Anamorph Me! (Java version) Anamorph Me! is a free software application to carry out anamorphic transformations on images. A new version is currently under development in Java, to be used as a set of plugins for the free image processing software, ImageJ ( You can follow progress and download development versions of the Java software at the github repository: . The full source code is made available under a GNU GPL license. Anamorph Me! The original version of the software was published in 2001. Anamorph Me! With apologies to Leonardo, here are some sample output images: (Source image of Mona Lisa is courtesy of Mark Harden's Artchive - www.artchive.com.) To download the software, simply click on the following link: anamorphme02.zip [250 Kbytes, and you will need an unzip program] and follow the directions given in the README file: AnamorphMe-README.txt The User's Guide (PDF format, 1160 Kbytes): UsersGuide.pdf Anamorph Me!
Tag - Connecting Real Life and the Digital World using Mobile Barcodes! libdmtx Home BLOG@ROLL: What’s the deal with QR codes? | iPhone and Mobile Marketing Agency - Milwaukee, WI Posted Monday, October 25th, 2010 under anne munkwitz, mobile marketing, mobile trends What are these black and white codes you keep seeing everywhere? photo by psd If you tend to be an ‘early adopter’, one of those people your friends look to for technical advice, you most likely know that they are called QR codes. “QR” stands for Quick Response, and these 2D codes can be scanned with your phone and will link directly to specific mobile content. Here’s the thing: Seems like a lot of work just to get ‘marketed at’, right? But they’re new, and fun, and could be the next big thing. photo by projeto sticker map I was curious about where the codes are showing up. But one arena I found fascinating was QR codes on television. Why television? A study by Yahoo/ Nielsen said marketers can “capitalize on this growing audience by targeting their online buys during traditional TV prime time.” Bravo + Coupons QR codes were embedded in commercials on evening shows on Bravo. FOX QR landing page
Valknut: Odin's Symbol of Norse Viking Warriors The word valknut is a neologism: it is formed in modern times through combination of ON valr, ‘the dead’ or ‘the slain’ and knut, ‘knot’. Valknut is a Viking symbol of three interconnected triangles. The triangles may be joined in two ways: either as Borromean: or unicursal: Note that other types of valknuts, such as closed three-link chain, never occur in the original Viking ornaments. Here above the valknut we see a raven, Odin’s symbol. Other instances of the valknut in Viking ornaments are Lärbro stone, River Nene ring and a bedpost found on the Oseberg ship. “Hrungnir had a heart that was famous. The original meaning and function of the valknut is not wholly clear.
The Ultimate Photoshop Toolbox - Noupe Design Blog Sep 07 2010 For years now, whenever designers have been asked about their go-to program for image editing and creation, one of the top answers that comes back, is Adobe Photoshop. Its generations of evolution has centered around the growth of any number of digital imaging professionals and has made this software giant a staple in the graphic design community. Since so many of us find this tool in our design arsenals, we thought we would put together a post that would have you get the most out of this dynamic imaging program. Below is a collection of invaluable Photoshop resources from the online community that runs the proverbial gamut of available PS content. From toolkits full of templates, shapes, gradients, brushes, and so much more, to individual resource downloads of informative PDFs, usable PSDs, and other content galore, this post has everything you will need to amp up your Photoshop toolbox. Websites Web Designer’s Toolkit is a valuable resource for Photoshoppers indeed. Brushes
MSKYNET - Mobile Future Data Matrix ECC200 Barcode FAQ and Tutorial The Data Matrix barcode (ISO/IEC 16022) is a high-density, two-dimensional (2D) symbology that encodes text, numbers, files, and actual data bytes. This FAQ provides information and answers to commonly asked questions about the 2D Data Matrix barcode symbology. Data Matrix Barcode Overview Data Matrix is a very efficient, two-dimensional (2D) barcode symbology that uses a small area of square modules with a unique perimeter pattern, which helps the barcode scanner determine cell locations and decode the symbol. Characters, numbers, text, and actual bytes of data may be encoded, including Unicode characters and photos. The encoding and decoding process of Data Matrix is very complex. Specific standards & specs for the 2D Data Matrix barcode symbology: Data Matrix Size and Accuracy Data Matrix is one of the smallest and most dependable barcode symbologies. Printing & Generating Data Matrix Verifying Barcodes Reading Data Matrix Barcodes Encoding ASCII Functions (such as Tabs & Returns)
How to Use QR Codes to Market Your Business Consumers in Japan are used to seeing fuzzy little code boxes on just about everything—advertising posters in subway stations, McDonald's sandwich wrappers, beverage packaging, receipts, T-shirt tags, and building facades. The code technology—known as QR, or quick response—acts like a gateway allowing anyone with a camera phone to easily step between the digital and physical worlds. A quick scan of the code instantly connects to nutrition information, special offers, exclusive content, price quotes, or even the ability to make a hair-cut appointment or save contact information. QR codes and similar 2-D tag technology have been slower to catch on in America. "They are hiding in plain sight," says B.L. The technology is simple to use, comes at little additional cost for your company and requires no special hardware. For now, smart companies are using them to break the wall of interaction with customers. Using QR Codes to Market Your Business: Creating a Code
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