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  1. Jython on The Future of Java? · · Score: 5, Informative

    Anyone know of any projects to compile JVM bytecode from other languages?

    Jython
    # Dynamic compilation to Java bytecodes - leads to highest possible performance without sacrificing interactivity.
    # Ability to extend existing Java classes in Jython - allows effective use of abstract classes.
    # Optional static compilation - allows creation of applets, servlets, beans, ...
    # Bean Properties - make use of Java packages much easier.
    # Python Language - combines remarkable power with very clear syntax. It also supports a full object-oriented programming model which makes it a natural fit for Java's OO design.

  2. Bootable business card needs testing on Bootable Business Card Distro Needs Testing · · Score: 3, Informative

    You can find the full details of the testing announcement here and here

  3. MAC Address/DHCP on Building a Wireless Network for an Apartment Complex? · · Score: 5, Informative

    mac addresses are fairly easy to spoof (at least in OpenBSD), and any two-bit prism based sniffer can tell the mac addresses of other nodes on the network. It would probably be better to go with a different scheme, such as login/passphrase authentication, rather than MAC address. I know UC berkeley is using some sort of program like that check out Calnet