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On-campus database needs overhaul

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For most of you, it's registration time. The time every semester when students of a certain classification camp out in front of their computers, as if waiting for a Justin Bieber concert, to be the first into myACU to register for the next semester's classes. Even if you manage to get past the login screen, registration is a daunting task as you ... [Read More…]

Justice due for software developers

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It's Justice Week, so I'd like to bring to light to a growing injustice that most people don't think about: software piracy. It may seem like a recent problem, mainly eased on by the proliferation of the internet, But this is anything but.. Back in the early 80s it first came to light with one of the first personal computers: the Commodore 64, ... [Read More…]

New dance policy will increase demand for DJs

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There's a new dance policy in town, and many student organizations are planning their first dancing events. The men's and women's social clubs in particular are getting ready for formal season. If you're planning one, chances are you've already submitted the proper forms to Student Life, but planning your move busting event doesn't stop there. In ... [Read More…]

Dancing: Only the policy changed

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ACU struck down its long standing no dancing policy causing a stir across Abilene. Many students celebrated, but many people didn't really see much of a change happen. A cynic would point out that the Churches of Christ are behind the Baptists, citing Baylor's repeal of its no-dancing policy 20 years ago. Indeed, many have picked out ACU's ... [Read More…]

Sing Song offers low-tech entertainment

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In Zeroes and Ones, we talk about technology and the many ways it affects our daily lives. It's easy to argue that technology has improved many aspects of the way we go through the day consuming information and entertainment. But in the spirit of the season, let's take a look at something that has barely been touched by technology in its 50 year ... [Read More…]

Facebook goes public with an uncertain road ahead

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News about Facebook's IPO has been making a lot of headlines lately, and that is no surprise. Facebook has become one of the most recognizable Internet entities, and it has expanded beyond its digital confines. Think about how many brick and mortar businesses mention their Facebook page. There's no question that it's big, but is it profitable? ... [Read More…]

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