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Apparently, the Center for Democracy & Technology is publishing a list of fraudulent music downloading websites. This list according to the CDT is to alert consumers about music download Web sites that charge fees and claim a large selection, but do not appear to have obtained licenses to ensure that users' downloads from the site are legal.

Here's the list of Web sites:

• allcoolmusic.com [ more information ]
• allmusicdownloads.com [ more information ]
• e-mp3now.com [ more information ]
• easymusicdownload.com [ more information ]
• ezmp3s.com [ more information ]
• free-music-downloads.cc [ more information ]
• freeaccessmp3.com [ more information ]
• freemusicnow.cc [ more information ]
• howdoiwin.com/recommends/Movies [ more information ]
• imp3download.com [ more information ]
• imp3download.com/www3/index.asp?revid=rapidburn&gclid=CPDR8Pi7344CFQ0ggAodx3nZNg [ more information ]
• imusicaccess.com/index.asp [ more information ]
• imusicsearch.com [ more information ]
• klitetk.com [ more information ]
• mimusicamp3.com [ more information ]
• mp3-all-free.com [ more information ]
• mp3-download-lyrics.com [ more information ]
• mp3-freebie.com [ more information ]
• mp3-freedom.com [ more information ]
• mp3downloadhq.com/me/index.asp?source=&kw= [ more information ]
• mp3downloadnet.com [ more information ]
• mp3downloadsnow.com [ more information ]
• mp3favorites.com [ more information ]
• mp3musichq.com [ more information ]
• mp3rocket.com [ more information ]
• musicjustfree.com [ more information ]
• my-free-songs.com [ more information ]
• my-music-now.com [ more information ]
• myipodaccess.com [ more information ]
• mymusicinc.com [ more information ]
• netmusicaccess.com [ more information ]
• netmusicsite.com [ more information ]
• realmusicnow.com [ more information ]
• unlimiteddownloadcenter.com [ more information ]

Some of you that listen on a regular basis have been asking about the Google Developer challenge I mentioned last week. Essentially Google has launched the Android Developer Challenge, which will provide $10 million in awards -- no strings attached -- for great mobile apps built on the Android platform. The challenge is broken into to 2 phases. In the first phase, the 50 most promising entries received by March 3 will each receive a $25,000 award to fund further development. Those selected will then be eligible for even greater recognition via ten $275,000 awards and ten $100,000 awards. Phase 2 of the challenge happens mid-late next year after the android software starts showing up on cellphones.

 Here is the website for more info, GOOD LUCK - go make some apps and make some money$$$

http://code.google.com/android/adc.html 

You all make this show exciting, informative and worthwhile. I'm humbled to be your tech servant and advisor and take my job for your serioulsy. Thanks to all our callers, like Marv Atl, Terrry TX, Karen VA, Ed PA, Chris PA, Joe CA, Jerome NC, Ed LA and others.

Here are some of the notes from today's show: 

Some callers wanted more info on the GPS stock that I talked about on Fridays show. Here's the news story link. I'm not a financial advisor but if I was buying stock I'd look at buying stock in 1 of the 2 GPS map providers.

For the caller wo lost their Windows XP admin password, try this website for help:
http://www.petri.co.il/forgot_administrator_password.htm-also try for free: http://www.loginrecovery.com/

For the caller who couldn't get Add'Remove programs to work right, got to this site and download the program  to remove all of an application that may be hanging onto your harddrive. http://www.regvac.com/ffreewar.htm

Steps to make a system restore cd why for windows xp/vista users, here's a link:
http://www.howtohaven.com/system/createwindowssetupdisk.shtml

Mario Video conferencing recommendations:
http://www.Webex.com  or http://www.Gotomeeting.com

For those of you who are interested in TV on the go (your phone, laptop or in-vehicle) try these sites:
Slingbox - made by SlingMedia - http://slingbox.com/- Loved the product from day 1. You have to have a home internet connection and cable or satellite tv box for it to work.
Mobitv - http://mobitv.com/ - Waiting to get a trial account from this company.
Joost - http://www.joost.com/ - I'm currently testing this service now and will have results published soon.
Autumnwave - http://www.autumnwave.us/ - this company is sending me product to test.
Tracvision by KVH - http://www.kvh.com/tracvision_kvh/- Brings live Direct TV to your vehicle, boat etc...I have tested 2 years ago, worked great then in open areas, heard it works much better now in urban areas.

This is a must see British PSA about illegal downloading that's showing up all over the web.

Recently there has been alot of talk about the RIAA (Recording Industry Assoc of America) and the recent national news of Jamie Thomas a 30 yr old single mother of 2 who has gone to court to defend the accusation that she illegal shared 24 songs out of her collection of more than 1600 songs. She was found guilty and has to pay $222,000 in fines to the RIAA. She is appealing the judgement. Jamie has become the posterboard for internet users who want pen networks file sharing etc..Total strangers have created a website for her: http://www.FreeJamie.com How do you feel about this - I mean if she's found guilty by her peers, then she's guilty right? And how do you feel about the fine which equals a little over $9,000 per song?

Take a look at this crazy duo who made a funny music video about the battle between Macs vs PC - you can find out more about them at: http://www.macorpc.org

Mario interviews Shawn Spencer of Taser International about the new, highly debated, personal-use taser. The prices have been lowered for consumers who can preorder the new Taser C2 now. Can you believe this crap, it even comes in a variety of colors, too! So now Tasing is legally fashionable - gimme a break!

Mario practices using the taser on a target and actually fires. Learns instructions on usage.

Take a look at the ad below. It's an Intel print ad that has the blogsphere weighing in on all types of opinions. So much so that even Intel posted an apologetic comment (go here to read it Intel posts an apologetic comment. ) Which is commendable! Most companies (i can name a few) that have been in this situation attempt to sweep it under the rug. I commend Intel for coming forward, being transparent about the incident and responding quickly.

I even offered them a chance to come on my radio program(s) to discuss the challenges, the changes and how unintended messages can paint the wrong picture. They did reply to my request but didn't want to come on air and discuss. As we all know creative interpretation means different things to different people.

Bottom line is this racist? We are in 2007 and some companies (not just Intel) appear at times to be insensitive or just ignorant to varying cultures with their ads? Here's what Intel had to say in defense "

Intel’s intent of our ad titled “Multiply Computing Performance and Maximize the Power of Your Employees” was to convey the performance capabilities of our processors through the visual metaphor of a sprinter. We have used the visual of sprinters in the past successfully. Unfortunately, our execution did not deliver our intended message and in fact proved to be insensitive and insulting."

You take a look and give us your comments below. Just in case you were like me and didn't initially get it. It is supposed to be an image of sprinters (you know) to show speed, it shows 6 of the same image to illustrate what Intel calls "Multiply Computing Performance". Perhaps, they should have looked at using a variety of male, female and runners from different cultures, that to me would better represent the fact that they are a GLOBAL company.

What do you think? Get your voice heard! Post a comment below! 

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