I didn't realize how many "lightbox clones" were actually in existence. This site can filter 41, based on various JavaScript libraries and features.

Comparison of various scripts that display images and other objects in somehow cool CSS popups

The Lightbox Clones Matrix

In response to this LinkedIn question, here's my short answer...

What are the different technologies being used for creating beautiful website? also which is best "PHP", "ASP"? what's the difference?

As a Web Developer, I prefer PHP with MySQL as DB, and Apache on UNIX/LINUX.

I believe a "beautiful website" requires a good Designer who knows XHTML/CSS SOME. In fact, I prefer when a Designer doesn't like coding, as that's a sign that they enjoy design more. However, they still understand how to design with the code in consideration. You should hesitate (and reconsider) if you want to let a print designer design your website.

Page backgrounds, alignment, "the fold," resolutions, color variations, far-too-complex gradients and page footers should never be an afterthought for a good Web Designer. And a wireframe isn't foreign to them, in fact it should be the first mockup they provide.

If you're in a hurry to build a website, and you don't have much of a budget, it's OK to start with a template and modify from there. However, web development is another story...

There's usually a big difference between a good back-end Engineer, and a good front-end developer. With one, you may get a website that runs well, but doesn't match your original design. Lots of details missing. But a good front-end person may match your design exactly, and not know how to apply all the complex hooks for a solid back-end production.

Therefore, for a "beautiful website," I believe you need...

• A "beautiful Designer" (visual/Photoshop).
• A "beautiful Front-end Developer" (XHTML/CSS, knows Photoshop to slice & optimize images).
• A "beautiful Engineer" for the back-end.

...and a very "beautiful Project Manager" to protect them from Marketing and Executive Management who like to change everything, even after sign-off. Someone on the team should know when to say no (politely with reason).

Who else tried to update their iPhone at 8AM today, only to find that their phone becomes useless due to the massive influx?

I'm patiently waiting... while in the meantime, I apologize if you're trying to call me.

• GIZMODO - "iPocalypse"
• TWiT Live - This is far too much attention to offer...

It's 11:43 AM and I still have no iPhone activation.

12:08 PM - It works!!! About time...