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 Topic: Digital Peninsula Network NewsThe new items published under this topic are as follows.Fedora Project releases version 11 of Linux OSJun 16, 2009 - 07:36 AMRed Hat's Fedora Project has released version 11 of its Linux-based operating system, code-named Leonidas. Restrictions on illegal downloaders scrappedJun 16, 2009 - 07:33 AMThe Constitutional Council of France (CCF), the highest legal authority in the country, has blocked a highly controversial law that would have restricted internet access for persistent illegal downloaders. Sweden's Pirate Party wins seat in European ParliamentJun 16, 2009 - 07:29 AMA Swedish political party made up of copyright patent liberators and privacy campaigners has won a seat in the European Parliament. Microsoft's Bing overtakes Yahoo in search stakesJun 16, 2009 - 07:28 AMMicrosoft's Bing has already overtaken Yahoo Search to become the second most used search engine across the globe, according to new figures from US web analysis firm StatCounter. Free Search Engine Optimisation or Social Media seminarsJun 01, 2009 - 09:42 AMChannel Computing Ltd are going to be running two seminars for the DPN on Tues, 9th June. The morning session 9.30 - 12.30 will be on Search Engine Optimisation and the afternoon 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm will be on Social Media - e.g. twitter, facebook, myspace, bebo etc and how they can aid your website rankings. People can either attend one event or both. DPN will endeavour to provide free places for eligible delegates. NEW FREE*– EVENTS MANAGEMENT TRAINING – we’ll help you run these even more successfully!!Jun 01, 2009 - 09:41 AMDo you already run events or workshops? Or are about to? Then you’ll love this new course we are designing to help make sure your events run smoothly from start to finish. You’ll learn how to design an experience that will deliver on your ultimate aim. Web Design for AllJun 01, 2009 - 09:37 AMWednesday, 29/7/09 - 23/9/09 10 - 4:30pm for 9 weeks with a break the week of Wed, 12th August There will also be another 3 hour weekly course running this summer, likely to be either Wed or Thursday evening for approximately 9 weeks. Let us know which evening you prefer and what times - either 5 - 8 pm or 6 - 9 pm. Jayne Herbert – web design and Internet servicesJun 01, 2009 - 09:25 AMSome members may know Jayne as the Web Manager of the Cornwall Arts & Crafts Directory (CACD), which was launched in December 2008 and is growing very quickly. DPN members SKINFLINT launch online reclaimed lighting shopJun 01, 2009 - 08:46 AMS K I N F L I N T are proud to announce the launch of the eagerly awaited online reclaimed lighting shop, packed full of interesting finds for both residential and commercial interiors. Guava: UK Search Marketing Benchmark Report 2009Jun 01, 2009 - 08:44 AMThe 73-page report, covering both Search Engine Optimisation, Paid Search and Social Media has now been published. There are many interesting trends that have come out of this years report including..... DPN members Apple Crumble: Credit Crunching ApplesJun 01, 2009 - 08:10 AMAn opportunity to purchace one of DPN members Apple Crumble's credit crunching Apple Mac bargains. The fourth Green Awards for creativity in sustainability now open for entriesJun 01, 2009 - 08:07 AMThe awards recognise sustainable design in categories such as Best Green Packaging and Best Green Website. This year four new categories have been added: Best Green Public Sector Campaign, Best Green Charity, Best Green Event and Best Corporate Social Responsibility Report. South West Screen: Got a minuteJun 01, 2009 - 08:04 AMUpload your 60 second films to the SWS website and you could be in with a chance of getting a featured spot on their homepage, seen by thousands of people each month. The best rated films could also be in with a chance of winning a prize. Retaining and Developing Clients in an Economic DownturnJun 01, 2009 - 08:00 AMThe South West Design Forum, in collaboration with Designed in Devon, The Somerset Design Network and Plymouth Media Partnership, is hosting a special one off, half day seminar on 25th June aimed specifically at designers based in the South West region. IT training sector remains buoyantJun 01, 2009 - 07:50 AMThe IT training sector defied the tough economic backdrop last year, with only four of the top 20 UK outfits suffering a decline in revenue. Royal Mail seeks supplier for £120m web transformationJun 01, 2009 - 07:49 AMRoyal Mail is looking for a supplier for a £120m contract for the transformation of its web operations. Government procurement rule worries small IT suppliersJun 01, 2009 - 07:47 AMA government initiative that requires IT suppliers bidding for public sector contracts to have robust training regimes in place could exclude small firms from winning business, according to experts. Sizing up Google's new search rivalsJun 01, 2009 - 07:45 AMThe much-hyped Wolfram Alpha search engine went live last week, and Microsoft is expected to demonstrate its 'Kumo' search update next week. Scientists invent memory storage good for a billion yearsJun 01, 2009 - 07:42 AMScientists are reporting successful tests of a new memory device that could allow terabytes of data to be stored without corruption for a billion years. Truro & Penwith College: FREE Business Skills SeminarsMay 17, 2009 - 11:03 AMCustomer Excellence in Hospitality & Project Management. Simon Leek - South West ICT LimitedMay 17, 2009 - 10:58 AMSimon Leek founded South West ICT in 2007 after having built and sold a Midlands-based software company throughout the 90’s. A move to Cornwall was a lifestyle choice for Simon and the South West ICT business was created to provide good value, low cost, customer relationship management solutions both locally and nationally. "Our aim is to cut through the techno-babble and deliver plain talking highly effective marketing solutions". Office to let in Central PenzanceMay 17, 2009 - 10:54 AMDPN member Cathy Lake is leaving her office in Penzance after nearly 8 years. It's a good working space with plenty of light, especially in the afternoons. The office is on the first floor in Old Brewery Yard, next door to DPN. There's space for up to four people, plus a small kitchen, toilet and washroom and a storeroom. The rent is £310 a calendar month and the office will be available from July 6th. Paid graduate mentoring opportunityMay 17, 2009 - 10:52 AMUnlocking Cornish Potential are working to support over 100 graduate placements in small businesses in Cornwall and is part-financed by the European Social Fund they are able to offer mentor support to these graduates, mentor support is defined as specialist help to assist the graduate in achieving their objectives for company growth. Work experience requiredMay 17, 2009 - 10:51 AMIs anyone able to help offer a 15 year old Creative Media student work experience for 2 weeks from 29th June - 3rd July please? HM Revenue & Customs - Free Business Advice Open DayMay 17, 2009 - 10:49 AMDesigned for small and medium sized businesses, Business Advice Open Days bring together the largest collection of government agencies and public sector organisations under one roof. So, you can find out about your legal obligations, and gain endless help. |
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