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Linux desktop virtualization developer Userful will be at the HP booth (Stand J40, Upper Level) at BETT 2012 in London UK from January 11-14th. Userful will be demonstrating the next generation of their Userful MultiSeat solution which turns one Linux computer into multiple high performance independent computer stations using the HP t200 thin client device, a multiseat device that can be connected either via USB or Ethernet using Userful’s software. Read the rest of this entry »

Entertainment arts educational institution Vancouver Film School (VFS) has announced that tickets have sold out for the sixth annual Game Design Expo Industry Speaker Day, which takes place at the Vancity Theatre on January 21st. The Game Design Campus Open House on January 22nd is expected to fill to capacity. Those interested are advised to register soon. Read the rest of this entry »

Longview Solutions, a provider of corporate performance management and tax reporting software, announced today the general availability of Longview 7.1, the latest release of its SOA-based Longview 7 platform. Longview 7.1 introduces functional enhancements in the following key areas: Read the rest of this entry »

The Brainhunter network combines familiar navigation of a social media site with effective tools for managing work and life balance. A well managed profile can be used to view, screen, and apply for new job opportunities that are posted daily. Updating work history, certifications, and education enables recruiters to provide more accurate matches for top jobs. Read the rest of this entry »

Educational developers at Nova Scotia’s Artech Academy are often asked about teaching subjects like animation and video game design to children in the early grades. Teachers and parents want to know if children can really learn to make their own games and animations (we all know they can), and of course, what  the Artech Next Generation Learning System is all about. Read the rest of this entry »

Zevrix Solutions, a solutions developer for graphics, print and file delivery, announces today it has extended its holiday season sale until January 5. The company offers 50% discount on everything in Zevrix online store including product bundles. Zevrix makes several popular automation plug-ins for Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, as well as solutions for graphic files checkup, PDF workflows and automated file delivery. Read the rest of this entry »

Software training company InfiniteSkills Inc has just released a new Apple Compressor 4 Training Course on DVD-ROM and as a direct download from its website. The course features 2.5 hours of narrated instruction on the program’s many options, filters and effects as they apply to professional video and audio production workflows, and demonstrates industry standard techniques onscreen. The newest video series follows InfiniteSkills’ release of two tutorial video courses for Apple Final Cut Pro X and Motion 5 earlier this year. Read the rest of this entry »

GameHouse, the gaming division of RealNetworks,  has announced that the company is expanding its social game studio to a new office at 712 Yates in Victoria, where it aims to double its staff to at least 45 people by the end of 2012. GameHouse Canada takes an indie approach to game production, encouraging designers to express their creative freedom during game development. The new downtown studio opens on January 16th and will offer its staff several perks including an open and collaborative working environment, a plush gaming and entertainment lounge, creative Fridays, and more. Read the rest of this entry »

Toronto’s Zevrix Solutions has announced the release of LinkOptimizer 4.6.8, a feature update to its popular workflow automation solution for Adobe InDesign. Awarded 4 out of 5 starts by Computer Arts magazine, LinkOptimizer automates complex image manipulation tasks allowing to significantly reduce the size of InDesign job, save processing time and reduce production costs. Read the rest of this entry »

With the holiday season underway, many Canadians are getting into the spirit and showing their generosity to various charitable causes. According to a recent BMO Harris Private Banking survey, Canadians are no Grinches – almost 70 per cent indicated they plan on donating a total of $487 to charities in 2011. Read the rest of this entry »