The MacBook Air is NOT the only notebook with a special USB port

The MacBook Air is very thin, but I don't think it's the only notebook with a special USB port for something like the SuperDrive.

IBM/Lenovo has a similar Super Multi-Burner Drive that works from a single USB port on ThinkPad X40/X41, X Series Tablet, and X60 Series notebooks. Will this drive work on the MacBook Air? Or, can the MacBook Air SuperDrive work on these Thinkpads?

Furthermore, Samsung makes a DVD-RW Dual Layer Drive for the Q1 Ultra UMPC (ultra-mobile PC). Once again, this drive will work from a single USB port on the Q1 Ultra UMPC (the one with the split keyboard on the front). Once again, can the MacBook Air SuperDrive work on these UMPCs?

So, is the USB port on the MacBook Air so unique?

Mobile LinkedIn and FaceBook

If you're into Beta Testing and you like to build your professional network, then sign up for LinkedIn and give this a try:

Mobile LinkedIn
http://m.linkedin.com

FaceBook also offers a mobile option
http://m.facebook.com/

If you want to connect with old classmates, friends, or professional colleagues, then these social networking sites have a lot to offer.

Can your practice use ZocDoc?

ZocDoc enables you to make appointments with dentists and doctors instantly online. Currently, the service is only available in New York (as of today). However, as the company expands, would you consider their services?

How about integrating automated reminders into text messages, SMS, e-mail, and others? How about sending messages like "your doctor is running 30 minutes late, so take your time..."?

http://www.zocdoc.com/

Microsoft to Dominate Healthcare IT?

It's finally happening. The GIANT is teaming up to enter the healthcare IT sector and create SAP solutions. Does this mean we will see more touch screen technology and tablet devices emerge that are strictly designed for healthcare use? Integration of hardware and software to optimize data flow?

http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2008/feb08/02-24SAPHealthcareITPR.mspx