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Burney's Legal Tech Reviews: A Review of the 8GB SanDisk Cruzer Micro

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 23:50:25 -0700

Brett Burney returns with a review of the well designed, low cost, high capacity SanDisk Cruzer Micro, which includes U3 technology that turns the flash drive into a portable computing environment.

Burney's Gadgets for Legal Pros - Reviews: Treo 700w; Free Personal Firewall; WiFi Security; Free Backup Program

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 01:18:09 -0700

Brett Burney recommends the new Treo 700w to those who prefer the Windows Mobile OS to that offered by Palm. He also talks about free and low cost firewall and and antivirus programs, as well as how to secure your Wi-Fi network at home and on the road. Last but not least, Brett heralds a free, easy to use back-up system for your PC.

When judges, jurors and the Internet collide

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:17:50 -0700

In the past, attorney Nicole L. Black has described misguided attempts by judges to excessively penalize jurors for using social media or the Internet during the pendency of trials. In fact, over the last year, judges have gone so far as to fine or jail jurors who have used social media during trial, and legislators have proposed laws that would criminalize such conduct. This despite the fact that jurors have been violating judges' orders not to research or discuss pending cases since the dawn of jury trials.

Google’s powerful Nexus 10 Android tablet as a library patron’s delight: The hardware and the apps that shine on it

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 15:04:40 -0700

David H. Rothman reviews the Android Nexus 10, which he considers a standout from among the well known group of available e-book readers. David documents key reasons to choose this e-reading machine, including the 10-inch screen, which can easily display 500 or 600 words of text. He also highlights a wide range of essential apps available for researchers, librarians, knowledge managers and of course, book lovers.

Burney's Gadgets for Legal Pros: Reviews: Bluetooth Internet Phone and Taskbar Shuffle

Sun, 18 Mar 2007 17:47:02 -0700

Brett Burney reviews a innovative product for those using Bluetooth-enabled laptops as well as the VoIP service, Skype. He also lauds the capabilites of a free tiny download allowing users to customisze the programs and buttons on the Windows taskbar.

Living With the Asus Eee PC

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0700

Conrad J. Jacoby who wrote this review about the Eee, on his Eee, details the strengths and weaknesses of this popular lightweight PC, including its range of software applications, overall functionality, networking and connectivity, and the rationale for keeping his laptop.

Burney's Legal Tech Reviews: Legal Gadget Wish-List for the New Year

Sat, 29 Dec 2007 16:06:19 -0700

Instead of reviewing just one or two gadgets, this month Brett Burney talks about a wide selection that have been receiving alot of recent buzz, from Macbooks and the Eee PC, to the iPhone and Kindle, which he will explore further in 2008.

What's in the Air at MacWorld?

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 04:55:55 -0700

Nicholas Moline reviews the announcements made this month at MacWorld 2008 in San Francisco.

More Recommendations from MacWorld 2008

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Nicholas Moline follows up on his previous MacWorld 2008 article with more product recommendations, including: a 2 gigabyte Secure Digital memory card that makes short work of uploading your digital photos, a new iPhone compatible stereo headset, and a forthcoming professional recording device that syncs with your iPod.

Law and Technology Podcasts

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 13:21:24 -0700

Roger V. Skalbeck highlights a selected group of useful podcasts covering topics such as technology policy, law, and web development.