Grad student maps sinkholes
Graduate research assistant A.J. Herrs is charting sinkholes off of U.S. Highway 50 in Hutchinson caused by salt beds. Herrs said that the project was the first of its kind in the state of Kansas because of the technology used.
April 29, 2009
Law school launches search engine
A new search engine, developed by the school of law, cuts down on research time by searching six Web sites at once. The engine also lets users search some sites for free when they would have had to previously pay for the information.
April 29, 2009
Self-sustaining alternative energy could power campus
A group of KU engineering students are helping to find if self-sustaining alternative energy could be a reality for powering campus.
April 24, 2009
Wind energy has a long way to go
Is there enough potential in wind energy to completely move away from coal energy? A medium between the two energy sources may need to be made in the future.
April 17, 2009
University to belong to YouTube EDU project
YouTube EDU is a project to put all college and university channels together in one place. Anyone in the world can have a YouTube channel and this initiative would make it easier for browsers to find content. There are currently more than 100 schools involved in the program. The University of Kansas launched its YouTube channel last fall with the University's new TV ad. There are now over 60 videos on the channel.
March 27, 2009
Wireless for all
The KU campus hopes to have even more wireless internet access available on the hill by December.
September 22, 2008
Gmail could join KU email
One student coalition announced an initiative that would bring Google technology to KU email accounts.
February 28, 2008
Students troubled by ResNet
After many students complained about the price increase and quality of service for on-campus Internet, ResNet is looking for ways to better serve students.
February 19, 2008
Toshiba drops HD-DVDs
The long-time battle between high-definition and Blu-ray DVD players officially came to an end when Toshiba announced it would no longer manufacture HD products.
February 19, 2008
Campus goes wireless
Fraser Hall and Wescoe Hall are among the first buildings on campus to receive wireless access. The entire campus should be wireless by the end of May.
January 25, 2008
Adults prefer e-mail to IM
Instant messaging is a popular way for teens to communicate, but adults say they'd rather e-mail. A KU professor offers an explanation for the generation gap.
November 07, 2007
Student wins with wing
A KU doctoral student earned national attention in the aeronautic industry for developing a new aircraft wing. These advances make the plane more flexible.
November 02, 2007
KUJH now on YouTube
KUJH-TV News creates its own YouTube channel.
October 24, 2007
Analog signal to end
Have a TV antenna or analog cable? Millions of U.S. households do, and the government will help them make the necessary transition to digital.
October 19, 2007
Porn viewed at library
The public library is not the place you expect to see pornography, but some patrons are, and they're letting security guards know.
October 15, 2007
RIAA sues KU students
Several KU students are being targeted for illegally downloaded music. KU officials are protecting their students' privacy.
October 15, 2007
Battle of the blimps
The KU School of Engineering developed a contest specifically for high schoolers: "Build a Blimp." Lawrence High School students prepare for liftoff.
October 09, 2007
Zune competes with iPod
Microsoft is launching a new version of its MP3 player, Zune. Microsoft hopes that the new version will compete with Apple's widely popular iPod.
October 05, 2007
Saving (cyber)face
Staying safe online means more than preventing viruses. Find out how KU wants to help you save (cyber)face during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
October 01, 2007
XP gets extension
Windows XP will be on the market longer than expected. Microsoft cited compatibility issues as the reason for the product's extension.
September 28, 2007
GPS expands to roads
Improved GPS technology has forced the roadways to keep up. Experts predict it won't be long until roads and vehicles converse with one and another.
September 28, 2007
Bins wire downtown
A local Internet provider has snuck around the rules to broadcast a wireless signal downtown. The new service is winning praise from local businesses.
September 10, 2007
Cell calls tough to track
Pay attention to your surroundings when making a 911-call on your cell phone, experts say. Nearby landmarks may be the only way dispatchers can direct responders to your location.
May 03, 2007
IT experts hold conference
Information Technology experts host a computer safety conference in Lawrence. Big XII schools are attending the conference to learn how to protect university systems.
April 23, 2007
High Schoolers battle with robots
Students from Free State High are competing in a robot fighting competition with Kansas City area high schools.
March 16, 2007
Bed demand pushes price
Greater demand for high-end mattresses has increased revenue for furniture stores 40 percent nationwide. Find out just how much people are willing to pay for a good night's sleep.
March 15, 2007
Viacom suing YouTube
Fans of YouTube could have problems finding their favorite shows on the Web site. Viacom filed suit against the video site, and parent Google, for one billion dollars.
March 13, 2007
Internet radio faces trouble
The Copyright Royalty Board recently increased royalty fees for stations that broadcast over the Internet
March 09, 2007
Moving Beyond Timepieces
As a result of an increase in cell phone purchases, wrist watch sales have declined. The decline may reflect a preference by young consumers.
February 26, 2007
'E-mail addiction' not serious
Checking e-mail may be a habit for many, and some say it could be as addictive as drugs or alcohol. A KU psychology professors weighs in on "e-mail addiction."
February 22, 2007
Wireless internet quintuples
KU is expanding its wireless Internet coverage. Over the next two years more than 700 access points will be added to the 200 wireless access points already on KU's campus.
February 14, 2007
Flying blind? Not quite
An aircraft, sans pilot, may make collecting ice sheet data safer.
December 04, 2006
PS3s sell out in minutes
People camped outside Best Buy for days for the opportunity to get their hands on a new Sony PlayStation 3. When it was finally time to sell them, the systems went quickly.
November 17, 2006
Schools block blogs
With the rise in popularity of social networking Web sites, most high schools insist that the Internet be used for academic purposes only.
November 17, 2006
Videophones help sick
It is not always convenient for sick patients to travel to the hospital. That's why researchers at the KU Medical Center are testing new video conference technology.
October 20, 2006
Addicted to the Internet
If you find yourself perusing Web sites like Facebook or eBay, you're not alone. A study at Stanford University found that one in eight Americans has an Internet addiction.
October 20, 2006
LHS upgrades equipment
With the school district dropping $13,000 on top of the line digital camera technology, some Lawrence High School students will soon have better educational opportunities.
October 07, 2006
Funding problems delay Internet company
Lawrence Freenet promised students Internet access by the start of August, but the company still needs $1.9 million in funding before it can build the infrastructure.
September 05, 2006
Professors ban laptop use during class
With wireless internet access technology becoming more readily available, some students and professors are wondering if laptop use in classrooms creates too much of a distraction.
August 26, 2006
Apple offers recycling to make Macs greener
Starting in June, Apple will offer free recycling of your old Mac computer when you buy a new one.
May 08, 2006
Power outage leaves KU computer users unable to logon
Sunday's weather caused more than just hail damage. Information Technology employees believe Sunday's power outage is the cause of recent network issues on campus. Some KU computer users were still unable to logon to the KU network on Tuesday.
April 25, 2006
Online banking users take identity theft risk
Indentity theft is a definite problem today. Are people willing to risk identity theft through online banking, or are people willing to take the extra minute to track their bank balance the old fashion way?
April 04, 2006
Campus computer theft creates problem for profesors
Professors returned from spring break to find important equipment stolen. When can professors expect the much needed equipment to be replaced?
March 28, 2006
KU debates deleting spam for students and faculty
KU is wondering whether or not to delete spam emails for students. Information services can begin the process immediately.
March 09, 2006
KU students create Katrina tax web site
KU business graduate students hope their Katrina tax relief website will help clear up confusion.
March 07, 2006
Networking sites continue to grow
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February 27, 2006
Report suggests blog use down
Computer users may be using the Internet more often these days, but the sites they visit seem to be staying the same as far as blogs are concerned.
February 13, 2006
CD sales high despite iPod boom
Even after Apple announced last week that it had sold more than 30 million iPods since 2001, local music stores are preparing for a busy holiday buying season.
November 30, 2005
Sony controversy forces review of anti-piracy laws
The recent recall of Sony's copy-protected CDs is forcing consumers and the music industry to take a closer look at anti-piracy laws.
November 29, 2005
CD buy-back market growing
With the latest technology progressing and costs in the new CD industry increasing, people are beginning to seek out second-hand CD stores to get all of their favorite music at a reduced price.
November 17, 2005
Educators fear new science standards
Science education community members are fearing the Kansas Board of Education's accepted science standards. They believe it will deter future educators from moving to Kansas to work.
November 09, 2005
Digital library to aid researchers
A new site will allow Kansas research scientists to receive more hits on their online searches. The improvements will save researchers both time and effort during their search for information.
November 08, 2005
Cell phone devices provide backup
Lost cell phones usually cause panic and stress. But new products can prevent the hassle of repeated input of phone numbers and other data into the new phone.
November 02, 2005
Turning back the clock
Twice a year, on a Sunday morning, Bill Bell climbs the to the top of the county courthouse tower. But he's not up there to enjoy the view.
October 28, 2005
KU stresses cyber security
KU IT Security office promotes safe computing practices on campus.
October 28, 2005
Basketball tickets available online
The KU Athletic Department has promised students an easier way for purchasing basketball tickets.
October 20, 2005
Hackers spread viruses through cell phones
Cell phones capable of sending and receiving text messages are vulnerable to virus attacks from hackers. While attacks are possible, cellular companies have created systems to help prevent the spread of viruses.
October 05, 2005
eBay offers opportunity to save
Clothing -- such as designer jeans -- is often found at a cheaper price when purchased on eBay. Buyers must beware, however, because Internet pictures do not always show flaws in the clothing.
October 04, 2005
iFix: iPod popularity continues despite products problems
Apple's iPod continues to be the top-seller in the MP3 market in spite of the product's malfunctions. The device's problems include frozen screens and faulty batteries.
September 16, 2005
New technologies contribute to hearing loss
The popularity of MP3 players and cell phones could lead to an increase in future hearing loss. The average walkman radio blares at 105 decibels, which is much higher than the 85 decibel-level where hearing damage begins.
September 13, 2005
KU requires new passwords
The University's new security policy requires students to create strong passwords and renew them each semester. The measurements should help prevent unauthorized access to university systems.
September 08, 2005
Engineering students win national contest
KU Engineering students work to help those who are physically disabled enjoy roller-coasters across the country.
August 29, 2005
University mandates password security
A major change in University security means more work for students and staff.
August 27, 2005
Towers use IDs as keys
Student IDs fight vandalism at Jayhawker Towers.
August 23, 2005
University mandates password change
Your current KU password is not safe enough.
August 23, 2005
Wireless Internet has some strings attached
Routers often allow others free access to your Internet.
August 23, 2005
Internet costs daunting for graduating seniors
College seniors who are used to free on-campus access to the internet will have to adjust to paying the internet bills after graduation.
April 25, 2005
Unsecured wireless Internet connections
Unsecured wireless Internet connections may provide strangers with personal information.
April 20, 2005
Use of pay phones decreasing
Over the past five years, the number of pay phones has dropped by 600,000 nationwide.
April 11, 2005
Satellite images new to Google, not to FBI
Satellite images have been used by many professions, from farming to law enforcement. Now, Google has made this technology available to Web users. Researchers at KU have been using it since the early 1970s.
April 08, 2005
More teens multitasking
Teens doing more than just hitting the books when they study.
April 07, 2005
Smoke detectors should be priority Sunday
Don't forget. This Sunday is the day to set your clocks one hour ahead for daylight-savings time. But another change could save your lives.
April 01, 2005
Financial aid process now online
Students can now apply for financial aid online and will receive an e-mail response instead of having to wait for notification through snail mail.
March 28, 2005
The first satellite built in Kansas will launch in May
KU students have been building a satellite to take pictures of the Earth. They will control it from Nichols Hall on West Campus.
March 04, 2005
Firefox offers alternative to internet explorer
Mozilla Firefox gives internet users an option besides Microsoft's Internet Explorer when browsing the web.
March 01, 2005
Some campus buildings have backup generators
Wednesday's power outage raised questions about which buildings on KU's campus have backup generators and which ones don't.
February 24, 2005
Trying to understand High Definition Television
Say hello to digital television and good-bye to analog television for good. The government passed a law in 1996 that requires all analog signals to be changed to digital by the end of 2006.
February 17, 2005
Allen Fieldhouse goes high tech
Installation of the wireless network at Allen Fieldhouse started today. The network will provide students with the ability to work on laptops while camping.
February 03, 2005
General Motors makes On-Star standard
The world's largest automaker will soon be the only auto manufacturer to have the On-Star service in all of its vehicles.
February 01, 2005
Government stems embryo use despite potential treatments
The future of stem cell research at public institutions rests in the hands of President Bush, but his stance causes problems for researchers like Kathy Mitchell, University of Kansas assistant professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology.
January 20, 2005
