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open.neurostechnology.com - 12/18/2008

First LINK Bounties

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The concept of an open set-top box is new and a place that Linux has a very favorable opportunity. Unlike the desktop, where compatibility with legacy applications and peripherals is a serious impediment, the set-top box simply has to play today's available content. Today the Neuros LINK , ...

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video.linuxfoundation.org - 12/21/2008

The "I'm Linux" Video Contest | The Linux Foundation Video Site

— video.linuxfoundation.org — If you've been alive and aware of mass media over the last twelve months, you've probably seen... television commercials from Apple and Microsoft touting their operating system. From Apple's ubiquitous "I'm a Mac" to Jerry Seinfeld to Microsoft's "I'm a ... (more) The "I'm Linux" Video Contest | The Linux ...

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linux-foundation.org - 12/19/2008

Linux Foundation Press Releases » Blog Archive » Linux Foundation Appoints Ted ...

— linux-foundation.org — Linux Foundation Appoints Ted Ts’o to Position of Chief Technology Office Linux Kernel Developer Ted Ts’o to... lead Linux Standard Base and ISV relationships, among other initiatives SAN FRANCISCO, December 18, 2008 – The Linux Foundation (LF), the ... (more) Linux Foundation Press Releases » Blog Archive  ...

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eweek.com - 12/18/2008

IBM Lotus Strategist Sees Linux on Netbooks Making Inroads vs. Windows in 2009

— eweek.com — Linux and open source will start to chip away at Microsoft Windows desktop software thanks to their... popularity on netbooks, those ultralight, low-cost laptops. IBM Lotus strategy director predicts this as a major trend in 2009, as well as the ... (more) IBM Lotus Strategist Sees Linux on Netbooks Making ...

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Coders, make money by improving the Neuros LINK set-top box
Boing Boing Gadgets — ... streaming working. ($2,500) • Move Networks plug-in working. ($2,000) • iTunes DRM playback. ($1,000) • Better Networking Wizard than provided by Ubuntu. ($750) • Video Resolution (Xorg) settings changer. ($750) • Error and Problem reporter tool ($500) • Upgrade GUI ($750) If you're familiar with Qt4 (C++, Python, or Ruby are fine) and can make the magic happen on Ubuntu 8.10, hit the link for more specifics. First LINK Bounties [NeurosTechnology.com]

Neuros opens bounties for hackers who add features to their open set-top box
Boing Boing — Joe sez, "Neuros has published its first round of bounties for its new Ubuntu powered set-top device, the LINK. The bounties are largely Ubuntu tweaking on the Neuros hardware, which is pretty standard x86 components. Ownership of the device isn't necessary for completing the bounties, although its a help for some of them." 1.) Netflix $2500 to get it working, connecting directly with the Netflix service $500 to get it working using PC software as an intermediary (ala MediaMall PlayOn but preferably something open source) Conditions: ...

Neuros Link Bounties Posted and More
Gear Diary — Joe Born has posted the first bounties for the Neuros Link. visit site to read more]

Neuros offer cash incentives to open-source LINK coders
SlashGear — Open-source set-top box manufacturer Neuros have kicked off some “bounties” for their LINK media device, offering cash incentives for developers to code new functionality.  The first task, for which Neuros are offering a $2,500 reward, is to get the LINK connecting directly with Netflix (or $500 if done via a PC app intermediary) before they themselves or Boxee manage it; meanwhile the second task is to develop a Move Networks plug-in for the device, for which Neuros will pay $2,000. In all there are seven initial ...