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‘Internet of Things’ demands more web addresses, Internet founder says

‘Internet of Things’ demands more web addresses, Internet founder says

by Holly LaFon | May 12, 2015 | Science + Technology, Topics

WASHINGTON — An explosion in the number of devices that needed Internet protocol addresses as part of the “Internet of Things” has created a slower Internet for some users and a series of website problems, online pioneer Vint Cerf said Monday. Cerf, a...
‘Father of the Internet’ Vint Cerf advocates for stronger encryption technology

‘Father of the Internet’ Vint Cerf advocates for stronger encryption technology

by Mary Cirincione | May 6, 2015 | Science + Technology

WASHINGTON — When it comes to cybersecurity, one of the fathers of the Internet has a lot to say. And topping his list: “We need more of it.” Hackings make headlines for major companies, corporations, and governments worldwide. Passwords get stolen every day. Even...
Despite new tech, Hubble stays relevant at 25

Despite new tech, Hubble stays relevant at 25

by Zachary Vasile | Apr 23, 2015 | Science + Technology

WASHINGTON — In a little more than three years, the James Webb Space Telescope will succeed the famous Hubble Space Telescope with instruments that can look deeper into space than ever before. But Hubble isn’t going anywhere, at least according to the NASA team that...
Interacting with STEM education at STEMosphere

Interacting with STEM education at STEMosphere

by Mary Lee | Apr 16, 2015 | Science + Technology

Statistics and reports show that the U.S. is slipping in math and science. The Obama administration has pushed for an expansion of STEM education, which has permeated schools across the nation. That’s coincided with a changing model of education- moving away...
Will super batteries reshape energy geopolitics?

Will super batteries reshape energy geopolitics?

by Zachary Vasile | Apr 8, 2015 | Science + Technology

WASHINGTON — Few people think much about the battery in their smartphone, tablet, media player or laptop until automated warnings and glowing red icons let them know they’ve burned a little too much of the midnight oil. New technologies, however, are making the...
VIDEO: Robotics competition aims to expand STEM education

VIDEO: Robotics competition aims to expand STEM education

by Mary Lee | Apr 7, 2015 | Education, Science + Technology

Statistics show that the U.S. is slipping in math and science, inspiring the Obama administration to actively push for expanded STEM education. That trend has taken hold in schools across the nation, coinciding with a changing model of education — moving away...
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