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The Internet and The War

John Jorsett writes "Wired Magazine has an interesting article on the realities of the use of communication and navigation technology in the Iraq war. Particularly intriguing is the use of chat rooms to engage experts thousands of miles away in helping to solve problems at the troop level in the field. And if you think your admin job is tough, try running your servers in 125 degree heat in a sandstorm."

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  1. Quote of the week by caluml · · Score: 1, Redundant
    "How do you fix it?" I ask.
    "I consult Microsoft online help," he replies.

    That's too funny, really it is. On so many levels.