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ICT Enthusiast and photographer.

By - Darren Straight

MSN Messenger 7.5 beta closed!

I have now received official confirmation in an email from Msn that the beta test for MSN Messenger 7.5 beta has now closed and that MSN Messenger 7.5 has now been released to the public. Here’s a copy of the email I received: Dear Darren, Thank you for beta testing MSN Messenger 7.5! We appreciate your tremendous efforts to help

By - Darren Straight

Query by Humming

Woow this is great and yes it actually does work, well for me anyway! A Query by Humming system allows the user to find a song by humming part of the tune. No musical training is needed.The idea is simple: you hum into the microphone. The computer records the hum and extracts certain features corresponding to the melody and rhythm

By - Darren Straight

Microsoft Codename Max

Microsoft Codename Max allows you to import photos, arrange them in a photo album, and share them with your friends. It’s very cool, check it out! What is Max? Microsoft® Codename Max is not like any other product. That’s because it’s not a product—it’s your opportunity to try an exciting new user experience from Microsoft. Today Max lets you make