There is a wonderful technology spring right now, with many different microcontrollers available for very little money — on the order of $2 each. Kits already working and ready to plug into your personal computer’s USB jack and free programming software and tutorials abound. Arduino and TI both have programming tools based on the Wiring project, somewhat modded.
More from: Arduino
New Arduino Sketch
Added a sketch for testing arduino digital inputs 2-13. Released into Public Domain. See http://jdnash.com/arduino/
Beagle Bone, Windows 8.1 Start Button
From ExtremeTech News:
Windows 8.1 will bring back the Start button
http://www.extremetech.com/computing/153928-windows-8-1-will-bring-back-the-start-button
Microsoft will resurrect the Start button in Windows 8.1 (Blue), which is due to be released later this year. This follows last week’s news that Windows 8.1 will let you to skip the Start screen after logging in, allowing you to boot straight to the Desktop.
BeagleBone Black: A RasPi alternative with Arduino-like capabilities for $45
http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/154100-beaglebone-black-raspberry-pi-and-arduino-on-a-single-board-for-just-45
Texas Instruments launched its ARM-powered BeagleBone Black PC today, and it packs an impressive feature set that is sure to get enthusiasts’ attention. The successor to the original BeagleBone, the Black comes with faster hardware, lower power requirements, and a surprising $45 price point.
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