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July 14, 2010
Windows Phone 7 will locate your lost cell, kill it
If you lose your phone often, you may want to consider Microsoft’s next mobile OS. A service will help locate your lost phone and lock it or wipe its data if it can’t be retrieved.
Windows Phone 7 will locate your lost cell, kill it
If you lose your phone often, you may want to consider Microsoft’s next mobile OS. A service will help locate your lost phone and lock it or wipe its data if it can’t be retrieved.
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July 12, 2010
Secret ‘Perfect Citizen’ program defends U.S. network infrastructure
A National Security Agency program is raising controversy after the Wall Street Journal said it would rely on a set on sensors deployed in computer networks for critical infrastructure.
Secret ‘Perfect Citizen’ program defends U.S. network infrastructure
A National Security Agency program is raising controversy after the Wall Street Journal said it would rely on a set on sensors deployed in computer networks for critical infrastructure.
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July 07, 2010
Broadband Internet at 30,000 feet
Hong Kong airliner Cathay Pacific Airways will offer in-flight broadband, cell-phone service, and live TV starting in 2012. The service comes thanks to a 50Mbps satellite connection from Panasonic Avionics.
Broadband Internet at 30,000 feet
Hong Kong airliner Cathay Pacific Airways will offer in-flight broadband, cell-phone service, and live TV starting in 2012. The service comes thanks to a 50Mbps satellite connection from Panasonic Avionics.
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July 05, 2010
Google sees YouTube hacked, China operations at risk
YouTube was hit via a cross-site scripting vulnerability found in the comments section by hackers on Sunday. Meanwhile, owner Google is unsure if it will have its licence in China renewed.
Google sees YouTube hacked, China operations at risk
YouTube was hit via a cross-site scripting vulnerability found in the comments section by hackers on Sunday. Meanwhile, owner Google is unsure if it will have its licence in China renewed.
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June 30, 2010
SAP poised to release cloud app, Apple sells 1.7 m iPhone 4s in three days
SAP is set to unveil a cloud computing application code named River in July
SAP poised to release cloud app, Apple sells 1.7 m iPhone 4s in three days
SAP is set to unveil a cloud computing application code named River in July
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June 25, 2010
Dell expects PC sales to soar on recession rebound
Dell CEO Michael Dell told analysts that PC sales put off during the recession will convert into big sales over the third and fourth quarters.
Dell expects PC sales to soar on recession rebound
Dell CEO Michael Dell told analysts that PC sales put off during the recession will convert into big sales over the third and fourth quarters.
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June 23, 2010
Obama wants international clamp down on pirate sites
The U.S. administration will put pressure on countries not taking action to shut down piracy Web sites and will also create a database of sites breaking intellectual property laws.
Obama wants international clamp down on pirate sites
The U.S. administration will put pressure on countries not taking action to shut down piracy Web sites and will also create a database of sites breaking intellectual property laws.
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June 21, 2010
Malware overwhelming security software firms
New research from NSS Labs shows fresh malware posted to the Internet is rarely defended against properly by software within the first 48 hours.
Malware overwhelming security software firms
New research from NSS Labs shows fresh malware posted to the Internet is rarely defended against properly by software within the first 48 hours.
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June 16, 2010
iPhone 4 pre-orders met with slew of errors
U.S. customers attempting to buy the iPhone 4 from AT&T’s or Apple’s Web sites ran into errors and endless loading times on Tuesday night.
iPhone 4 pre-orders met with slew of errors
U.S. customers attempting to buy the iPhone 4 from AT&T’s or Apple’s Web sites ran into errors and endless loading times on Tuesday night.
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June 10, 2010
Apple’s iPad draws antitrust concern, FBI investigation
The FBI is looking to a leak of 114,000 e-mail addresses of iPad users after an exploit was found on AT&T’s Web site. Regulators are concerned Apple is blocking out third parties from iPad advertising.
Apple’s iPad draws antitrust concern, FBI investigation
The FBI is looking to a leak of 114,000 e-mail addresses of iPad users after an exploit was found on AT&T’s Web site. Regulators are concerned Apple is blocking out third parties from iPad advertising.
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June 10, 2010
Japan testing uber-fast LTE cell network
DoCoMo began testing a 75 mbps LTE network, the next evolution of 3G-based HSPA networks currently offered by Canadian telecoms. Tokyo will see the network launch in December.
Japan testing uber-fast LTE cell network
DoCoMo began testing a 75 mbps LTE network, the next evolution of 3G-based HSPA networks currently offered by Canadian telecoms. Tokyo will see the network launch in December.
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June 07, 2010
Unpatched Windows 2000 machines targeted by hackers
Microsoft’s security woes continue after it attempted twice to patch a major flaw with Windows 2000. Now unpatched machines are the target of online hackers scouring the Web.
Unpatched Windows 2000 machines targeted by hackers
Microsoft’s security woes continue after it attempted twice to patch a major flaw with Windows 2000. Now unpatched machines are the target of online hackers scouring the Web.
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June 03, 2010
Canada’s Privacy Commissioner investigating Google WiFi data collection
Canada joins European countries in investigating Google’s Street View service, which inadvertently collected unencrypted WiFi data while roaming neighbourhoods around the world.
Canada’s Privacy Commissioner investigating Google WiFi data collection
Canada joins European countries in investigating Google’s Street View service, which inadvertently collected unencrypted WiFi data while roaming neighbourhoods around the world.
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May 31, 2010
Google woos Palm VP, rebuffs Germany, buys AdMob
Search giant Google has had a busy week. It is refusing to hand over a hard drive containing WiFi data to German authorities, has attracted a defector from Palm, and closed a deal on an acquisition.
Google woos Palm VP, rebuffs Germany, buys AdMob
Search giant Google has had a busy week. It is refusing to hand over a hard drive containing WiFi data to German authorities, has attracted a defector from Palm, and closed a deal on an acquisition.
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May 28, 2010
Facebook simplifies privacy controls, Pakistan considers lifting YouTube ban
Facebook's decision to offer end-users simpler options to configure privacy controls on the social-networking site gets thumbs up sign from privacy watchdogs. Meanwhile, YouTube may be available again in Pakistan.
Facebook simplifies privacy controls, Pakistan considers lifting YouTube ban
Facebook's decision to offer end-users simpler options to configure privacy controls on the social-networking site gets thumbs up sign from privacy watchdogs. Meanwhile, YouTube may be available again in Pakistan.
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April 28, 2010
Google Calendar, Google Finance suffer slow-downs and outages
Google’s Calendar service suffered crashes twice in one week and its Finance service was bogged down when the stock market suddenly dipped last Thursday and users rushed to check their investments.
Google Calendar, Google Finance suffer slow-downs and outages
Google’s Calendar service suffered crashes twice in one week and its Finance service was bogged down when the stock market suddenly dipped last Thursday and users rushed to check their investments.
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April 28, 2010
McAfee update treats Windows XP like a virus, kills computers
The antivirus vendor has apologized after an update crashed computers worldwide and trapped them in an endless reboot loop. About 0.5 per cent of all McAfee users were affected.
McAfee update treats Windows XP like a virus, kills computers
The antivirus vendor has apologized after an update crashed computers worldwide and trapped them in an endless reboot loop. About 0.5 per cent of all McAfee users were affected.
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April 21, 2010
Apple profit boosted, demands return of found next-gen iPhone
A next-generation iPhone prototype bought by a technology blog for $5,000 is the subject of a request for return by Apple’s legal department. Meanwhile, the company’s profit is up 90 per cent in the first quarter.
Apple profit boosted, demands return of found next-gen iPhone
A next-generation iPhone prototype bought by a technology blog for $5,000 is the subject of a request for return by Apple’s legal department. Meanwhile, the company’s profit is up 90 per cent in the first quarter.
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April 16, 2010
HP’s Moscow offices raided in bribery investigation
Hewlett-Packard is cooperating with authorities after allegations have emerged it bribed Russian officials to secure a 2003 computer contract. German and U.S. authorities are involved.
HP’s Moscow offices raided in bribery investigation
Hewlett-Packard is cooperating with authorities after allegations have emerged it bribed Russian officials to secure a 2003 computer contract. German and U.S. authorities are involved.
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April 8, 2010
Security researcher designs PDF exploit
Jeremy Conway has discovered a way to infect legitimate PDF files using an infected PDF file. The files can also be used to run an executable on a victim's computer.
Security researcher designs PDF exploit
Jeremy Conway has discovered a way to infect legitimate PDF files using an infected PDF file. The files can also be used to run an executable on a victim's computer.
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April 06, 2010
Inventor of first PC dies at 68
Henry Edward Roberts designed the Altair 8800 PC, the computer that inspired Bill Gates to create software. He has passed away.
Inventor of first PC dies at 68
Henry Edward Roberts designed the Altair 8800 PC, the computer that inspired Bill Gates to create software. He has passed away.
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March 31, 2010
Google uncertain about China search block
The search giant first blamed a technical glitch for China-based users inability to search on the site. Now the firm says it doesn't know what the problem is.
Google uncertain about China search block
The search giant first blamed a technical glitch for China-based users inability to search on the site. Now the firm says it doesn't know what the problem is.
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March 26, 2010
Tech sector recovering from recession
Financial reports from benchmark companies like Adobe, Red Hat, Oracle and Qualcomm all point to recovering sales after the economic downturn.
Tech sector recovering from recession
Financial reports from benchmark companies like Adobe, Red Hat, Oracle and Qualcomm all point to recovering sales after the economic downturn.
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March 24, 2010
Google's long term strategy for China: freedom
Observers are speculating Google is betting young Chinese Internet users will favour the search giant's anti-censorship stance.
Google's long term strategy for China: freedom
Observers are speculating Google is betting young Chinese Internet users will favour the search giant's anti-censorship stance.
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March 19, 2010
Estonia predicts more economy-crippling cyber attacks
The small Baltic nation was hit by denial-of-service attacks three years ago that shut down its digital economy. Now the country’s defence minister expects that will become more commonplace.
Estonia predicts more economy-crippling cyber attacks
The small Baltic nation was hit by denial-of-service attacks three years ago that shut down its digital economy. Now the country’s defence minister expects that will become more commonplace.
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March 17, 2010
Ad resellers beg Google to let China plans be known
Google ad resellers in China say they are in "incomparable pain" as they wait to see if the search giant will shut down its operations there.
Ad resellers beg Google to let China plans be known
Google ad resellers in China say they are in "incomparable pain" as they wait to see if the search giant will shut down its operations there.
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March 12, 2010
Google to test big Blogger improvements
Google will begin a public test of new features and customization tools to its Blogger software on Thursday, giving bloggers more control over the design of their blogs.
Google to test big Blogger improvements
Google will begin a public test of new features and customization tools to its Blogger software on Thursday, giving bloggers more control over the design of their blogs.
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March 10, 2010
Cisco promises new router will turn video into killer Web app
Cisco Systems introduced the CRS-3 router, which has 12 times the capacity of its nearest competitor. The vendor promises its router will transform the Internet from a messaging platform to an entertainment one.s.
Cisco promises new router will turn video into killer Web app
Cisco Systems introduced the CRS-3 router, which has 12 times the capacity of its nearest competitor. The vendor promises its router will transform the Internet from a messaging platform to an entertainment one.s.
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March 5, 2010
Sony developing tablet, Playstion-capable smartphone
Sony is set to compete with Apple with a tablet that includes netbook, e-reader and gaming functions, reports the Wall Street journal. A new smartphone will be able to download and play Playstation games.
Sony developing tablet, Playstion-capable smartphone
Sony is set to compete with Apple with a tablet that includes netbook, e-reader and gaming functions, reports the Wall Street journal. A new smartphone will be able to download and play Playstation games.
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March 3, 2010
Intel bests iPad with slate-netbook hybrid design
Intel has introduced its Convertible Classmate design, a netbook that can fold into a slate-style computer complete with on-screen keyboard.
Intel bests iPad with slate-netbook hybrid design
Intel has introduced its Convertible Classmate design, a netbook that can fold into a slate-style computer complete with on-screen keyboard.
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February 26, 2010
Intel faces tough Windows 7 migration from XP
Despite working with Microsoft to develop Windows 7, Intel admits its own migration from Windows XP to the new OS will be challenging. Application compatibility and 64-bit computing are at the heart of the issue.
Intel faces tough Windows 7 migration from XP
Despite working with Microsoft to develop Windows 7, Intel admits its own migration from Windows XP to the new OS will be challenging. Application compatibility and 64-bit computing are at the heart of the issue.
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February 24, 2010
Google hit by legal woes on several fronts
While three Google executives were convicted for violating Italy's privacy law, the European Commission has launched an anti-trust investigation and Xerox is also suing Google.
Google hit by legal woes on several fronts
While three Google executives were convicted for violating Italy's privacy law, the European Commission has launched an anti-trust investigation and Xerox is also suing Google.
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February 19, 2010
Amazon releases Kindle for BlackBerry app
BlackBerry users now have access to Kindle e-books without buying the popular device – so long as those users are in the U.S.
Amazon releases Kindle for BlackBerry app
BlackBerry users now have access to Kindle e-books without buying the popular device – so long as those users are in the U.S.
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February 17, 2010
Google Buzz prone to hacker hi-jacking
A medium-sized flaw on Google Buzz's mobile Web site means hackers could take over accounts, says a security researcher.
Google Buzz prone to hacker hi-jacking
A medium-sized flaw on Google Buzz's mobile Web site means hackers could take over accounts, says a security researcher.
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February 12, 2010
Bing steals search share from Yahoo
Americans continue to leave Yahoo’s search offering and adopt Bing more often, a trend that’s developed since Microsoft launched Bing and signed a deal with Yahoo.
Bing steals search share from Yahoo
Americans continue to leave Yahoo’s search offering and adopt Bing more often, a trend that’s developed since Microsoft launched Bing and signed a deal with Yahoo.
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February 10, 2010
Google generates Buzz over new social networking feature
Google has added a content-sharing feature to Gmail that will compete with Twitter and Facebook for users’ social networking activities.
Google generates Buzz over new social networking feature
Google has added a content-sharing feature to Gmail that will compete with Twitter and Facebook for users’ social networking activities.
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February 5, 2010
Google Books under fire from Department of Justice, again
After the U.S. Department of Justice congratulated Google and publishers for working to reach a deal, it also said the deal reached wasn't good enough.
Google Books under fire from Department of Justice, again
After the U.S. Department of Justice congratulated Google and publishers for working to reach a deal, it also said the deal reached wasn't good enough.
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February 3, 2010
Google faces Nexus One growing pains
Google has updated its Nexus One phone to fix a 3G connectivity problems and adds some multi-touch support. It is also readying a call-in support centre for the phone.
Google faces Nexus One growing pains
Google has updated its Nexus One phone to fix a 3G connectivity problems and adds some multi-touch support. It is also readying a call-in support centre for the phone.
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January 29, 2010
Apple iPad CPU could hint at iPhone's future
Apple's A4 chip runs at 1 GHZ and can playback 720p HD video while providing 10 hours of battery life for average usage of the iPad. Don't be surprised to see this chip used in future iPhone iterations.
Apple iPad CPU could hint at iPhone's future
Apple's A4 chip runs at 1 GHZ and can playback 720p HD video while providing 10 hours of battery life for average usage of the iPad. Don't be surprised to see this chip used in future iPhone iterations.
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January 27, 2010
Apple tablet secret was slipped early
Former Apple employee Terry McGraw revealed Tuesday, ahead of the release, that the tablet would be based on the iPhone OS and feature textbooks from McGraw-Hill Companies.
Apple tablet secret was slipped early
Former Apple employee Terry McGraw revealed Tuesday, ahead of the release, that the tablet would be based on the iPhone OS and feature textbooks from McGraw-Hill Companies.
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January 22, 2010
China slams Clinton's remarks
China has criticized remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on worldwide Internet freedom, saying her words harmed relations between the two countries. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said it isn't true that the country restricts online freedom.
China slams Clinton's remarks
China has criticized remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on worldwide Internet freedom, saying her words harmed relations between the two countries. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said it isn't true that the country restricts online freedom.
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January 20, 2010
Google probes staff after China attack
Google is probing its China-based staff after revealing that it was attacked from the country, targeting the Gmail accounts of human rights activists.
Google probes staff after China attack
Google is probing its China-based staff after revealing that it was attacked from the country, targeting the Gmail accounts of human rights activists.
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January 15, 2010
Microsoft Windows exec quits company
Bill Veghte has worked at Microsoft for 19 years but is leaving the software giant at the end of the month.
Microsoft Windows exec quits company
Bill Veghte has worked at Microsoft for 19 years but is leaving the software giant at the end of the month.
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January 13, 2010
Google China ends censorship while Cisco opens up new business unit
Google will stop censoring results in China and may have to close its doors in the country as a result. Meanwhile, Cisco Systems is adding a China business unit.
Google China ends censorship while Cisco opens up new business unit
Google will stop censoring results in China and may have to close its doors in the country as a result. Meanwhile, Cisco Systems is adding a China business unit.
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January 11, 2010
Greenpeace slams electronics vendors for toxic inaction
Environmental group Greenpeace has hauled up four of the biggest names in the electronics industry -- Samsung, Dell, Lenovo and LG Electronics – for failing to honour their pledge of ridding their products of PVC and brominated flame retardants by the end of 2009. The firms have now delayed this goal until 2011 or beyond.
Greenpeace slams electronics vendors for toxic inaction
Environmental group Greenpeace has hauled up four of the biggest names in the electronics industry -- Samsung, Dell, Lenovo and LG Electronics – for failing to honour their pledge of ridding their products of PVC and brominated flame retardants by the end of 2009. The firms have now delayed this goal until 2011 or beyond.
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January 06, 2010
Microsoft to release tablet PC weeks ahead of Apple
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is expected to unveil a slate-style computer made by HP at his Consumer Electronics Show keynote. It would be weeks ahead of Apple's rumoured launch for its device.
Microsoft to release tablet PC weeks ahead of Apple
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is expected to unveil a slate-style computer made by HP at his Consumer Electronics Show keynote. It would be weeks ahead of Apple's rumoured launch for its device.
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January 04, 2010
Apple adopts i-phone trademark, loses browser market share
Apple has removed the last legal roadblock to sales of the iPhone in China. Meanwhile, its Safari browser has slipped behind Google’s Chrome.
Apple adopts i-phone trademark, loses browser market share
Apple has removed the last legal roadblock to sales of the iPhone in China. Meanwhile, its Safari browser has slipped behind Google’s Chrome.
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December 18, 2009
Facebook hit with new privacy complaint after updates
The world's largest social network is now facing privacy complaints in the U.S. after changing a slew of default privacy settings.
Facebook hit with new privacy complaint after updates
The world's largest social network is now facing privacy complaints in the U.S. after changing a slew of default privacy settings.
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December 17, 2009
Intel faces antitrust investigation as Microsoft avoids one
Microsoft has ended the European Commission's antitrust investigation by allowing consumers to choose browsers. Now the Federal Trade Commission is accusing Intel of anti-competitive practices.
Intel faces antitrust investigation as Microsoft avoids one
Microsoft has ended the European Commission's antitrust investigation by allowing consumers to choose browsers. Now the Federal Trade Commission is accusing Intel of anti-competitive practices.
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December 9, 2009
AMD to demo Blu-ray 3D at January trade show
The chip-maker Advanced Micro Devices will unveil the new disc standard at Consumer Electronics Show next month.
AMD to demo Blu-ray 3D at January trade show
The chip-maker Advanced Micro Devices will unveil the new disc standard at Consumer Electronics Show next month.
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December 3, 2009
Microsoft targets Google Maps with Streetside
Bing Maps taps Silverlight to allow smoother zoom-in to 3D-like images and a street-level service has also been added.
Microsoft targets Google Maps with Streetside
Bing Maps taps Silverlight to allow smoother zoom-in to 3D-like images and a street-level service has also been added.
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December 3, 2009
LCD display manufacturers sued for price fixing
Nokia is suing Samsung, LG, Philips, and Toshiba for overcharging for displays it purchased. Some companies have already admitted to price fixing in the U.S.
LCD display manufacturers sued for price fixing
Nokia is suing Samsung, LG, Philips, and Toshiba for overcharging for displays it purchased. Some companies have already admitted to price fixing in the U.S.
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November 27, 2009
India plans Big Brother monitoring system for phones, Internet
A pilot of India's new Centralized Monitoring System is slated to begin next June. It allows government agencies to intercept communications without the help of network operators.
India plans Big Brother monitoring system for phones, Internet
A pilot of India's new Centralized Monitoring System is slated to begin next June. It allows government agencies to intercept communications without the help of network operators.
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November 25, 2009
Man sold counterfeit chips to U.S. Navy
A California man sold thousands of fake chips to the U.S. Navy and has pleaded guilty to conspiracy and counterfeit goods trafficking for his role in the scam, which also involved is wife and her brother.
Man sold counterfeit chips to U.S. Navy
A California man sold thousands of fake chips to the U.S. Navy and has pleaded guilty to conspiracy and counterfeit goods trafficking for his role in the scam, which also involved is wife and her brother.
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November 23, 2009
U.S. claims huge increase in cyberattacks from China
The U.S. Department of Defence says there were more than 43,700 attacks against U.S. defence systems – and the Chinese government was likely involved.
U.S. claims huge increase in cyberattacks from China
The U.S. Department of Defence says there were more than 43,700 attacks against U.S. defence systems – and the Chinese government was likely involved.
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November 18, 2009
Microsoft banned from selling Windows in China
A Chinese court has ordered Microsoft to stop selling certain versions of Windows that contain a font that violates a Chinese company's intellectual property rights. Microsoft plans to appeal.
Microsoft banned from selling Windows in China
A Chinese court has ordered Microsoft to stop selling certain versions of Windows that contain a font that violates a Chinese company's intellectual property rights. Microsoft plans to appeal.
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November 16, 2009
Intel pays AMD $1.25 billion to settle dispute
The chipset manufacturers have ended all antitrust litigation and patent cross-licence disputes. Intel will pay up $1.25 billion to AMD and agreed to a five-year cross-licence deal.
Intel pays AMD $1.25 billion to settle dispute
The chipset manufacturers have ended all antitrust litigation and patent cross-licence disputes. Intel will pay up $1.25 billion to AMD and agreed to a five-year cross-licence deal.
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November 10, 2009
Yahoo China told to remove porn images
The Chinese government continues to show it won’t allow foreign Internet companies to violate “social morals” and wants photos cleaned off of a Yahoo-hosted Web site.
Yahoo China told to remove porn images
The Chinese government continues to show it won’t allow foreign Internet companies to violate “social morals” and wants photos cleaned off of a Yahoo-hosted Web site.
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November 9, 2009
Facebook fixes data leak that exposed all user’s data, photos
A developer in the Netherlands discovered Facebook was allowing data to be given out from a sub-domain that hosted all of its data. Facebook says it has fixed the issue.
Facebook fixes data leak that exposed all user’s data, photos
A developer in the Netherlands discovered Facebook was allowing data to be given out from a sub-domain that hosted all of its data. Facebook says it has fixed the issue.
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November 4, 2009
Businesses have lost $100 million to ongoing cyber-scam
Cyberthieves are hacking small and medium-sized businesses on a weekly basis, the FBI says. The attacks are known as automated clearinghouse fraud.
Businesses have lost $100 million to ongoing cyber-scam
Cyberthieves are hacking small and medium-sized businesses on a weekly basis, the FBI says. The attacks are known as automated clearinghouse fraud.
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October 30, 2009
Google enhances music search, Microsoft-Yahoo deal delayed
Google is making fast partnerships to enhance search results for music-related terms while Microsoft and Yahoo have missed a key deadline for their search advertising deal.
Google enhances music search, Microsoft-Yahoo deal delayed
Google is making fast partnerships to enhance search results for music-related terms while Microsoft and Yahoo have missed a key deadline for their search advertising deal.
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October 28, 2009
Former AMD CEO accused in insider-trading scandal
Hector Ruiz is named by the Wall Street Journal as being the AMD executive that shared information about the company’s reorganization with a Wall Street executive.
Former AMD CEO accused in insider-trading scandal
Hector Ruiz is named by the Wall Street Journal as being the AMD executive that shared information about the company’s reorganization with a Wall Street executive.
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October 23, 2009
Steve Ballmer takes stage as Microsoft’s 'chief sales officer'
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer energetically pitched Windows 7 in several events around the world to mark the retail launch of the new OS.
Steve Ballmer takes stage as Microsoft’s 'chief sales officer'
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer energetically pitched Windows 7 in several events around the world to mark the retail launch of the new OS.
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October 16, 2009
Biz Stone quashes Twitter sale rumours
The co-founder of the popular micro-blogging service says he's not interested in selling the company despite trouble generating revenue.
Biz Stone quashes Twitter sale rumours
The co-founder of the popular micro-blogging service says he's not interested in selling the company despite trouble generating revenue.
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October 14, 2009
Google to help Web masters fight hackers
A new tool in Google's arsenal for Web site administrators will provide snippets of malicious code to watch out for.
Google to help Web masters fight hackers
A new tool in Google's arsenal for Web site administrators will provide snippets of malicious code to watch out for.
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October 09, 2009
FBI director nearly falls for phishing scam
Robert Mueller won't do online banking after nearly falling for a classic phishing scam e-mail that was made to look like a request from his bank.
FBI director nearly falls for phishing scam
Robert Mueller won't do online banking after nearly falling for a classic phishing scam e-mail that was made to look like a request from his bank.
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October 07, 2009
Amazon expands Kindle to over 100 countries, but not Canada
Amazon plans to start selling its popular e-reader internationally Oct. 19. Canada joins China on the list of countries not getting the Kindle.
Amazon expands Kindle to over 100 countries, but not Canada
Amazon plans to start selling its popular e-reader internationally Oct. 19. Canada joins China on the list of countries not getting the Kindle.
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October 02, 2009
Intel's "Sodaville" – chips for TVs, cable boxes
The world's leading CPU manufacturer already has a place in the office computer, and now it wants to be part of the living room too. Intel announces details on a chip designed to run Web and video applications on TV sets.
Intel's "Sodaville" – chips for TVs, cable boxes
The world's leading CPU manufacturer already has a place in the office computer, and now it wants to be part of the living room too. Intel announces details on a chip designed to run Web and video applications on TV sets.
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September 25, 2009
Intel's "Sodaville" – chips for TVs, cable boxes
The world's leading CPU manufacturer already has a place in the office computer, and now it wants to be part of the living room too. Intel announces details on a chip designed to run Web and video applications on TV sets.
Intel's "Sodaville" – chips for TVs, cable boxes
The world's leading CPU manufacturer already has a place in the office computer, and now it wants to be part of the living room too. Intel announces details on a chip designed to run Web and video applications on TV sets.
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September 24, 2009
Facebook sued for patent infringement
A Baltimore-based software company says Facebook is violating its patent on privacy controls recently put in place.
Facebook sued for patent infringement
A Baltimore-based software company says Facebook is violating its patent on privacy controls recently put in place.
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September 18, 2009
BlackBerry Tour trackball woes cause rampant returns, analyst says
An analyst who claims return rates as high as 50 per cent on the BlackBerry Tour is standing by his claims despite denials from U.S. carriers.
BlackBerry Tour trackball woes cause rampant returns, analyst says
An analyst who claims return rates as high as 50 per cent on the BlackBerry Tour is standing by his claims despite denials from U.S. carriers.
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September 16, 2009
Facebook: today 300 million users, tomorrow the world
The popular social networking site announces another milestone in users and says it is now profitable, earlier than expected. But it’s not done yet.
Facebook: today 300 million users, tomorrow the world
The popular social networking site announces another milestone in users and says it is now profitable, earlier than expected. But it’s not done yet.
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September 15, 2009
Microsoft continues rocky relationship with open source community
Microsoft is funding CodePlex - a new venture aimed at bringing open source and proprietary software firms together to work side-by-side on open source projects. At the same time Microsoft continues to pose a litigation threat to open source communities.
Microsoft continues rocky relationship with open source community
Microsoft is funding CodePlex - a new venture aimed at bringing open source and proprietary software firms together to work side-by-side on open source projects. At the same time Microsoft continues to pose a litigation threat to open source communities.
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September 09, 2009
ATM fraud likely to rise, security agency warns
Banks are likely to see ATM fraud rise unless steps are taken to improve their cash-machine infrastructure, the Information Security Agency has warned.
ATM fraud likely to rise, security agency warns
Banks are likely to see ATM fraud rise unless steps are taken to improve their cash-machine infrastructure, the Information Security Agency has warned.
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September 02, 2009
Google gripes: Gmail outage bites businesses, Android Market disappoints developers
A worldwide Gmail outage also affected businesses that rely on the infrastructure. Also, Google's Android Marketplace could perform better, according to one mobile developer. .
Google gripes: Gmail outage bites businesses, Android Market disappoints developers
A worldwide Gmail outage also affected businesses that rely on the infrastructure. Also, Google's Android Marketplace could perform better, according to one mobile developer. .
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August 31, 2009
China's iPhone won't support Wi-Fi, Google Books prompts privacy concerns
China Unicom will offer Apple’s iPhone with 3G functionality, but not with Wi-Fi. Also, librarians and privacy experts wonder if Google will keep track of what books its users are reading online.
China's iPhone won't support Wi-Fi, Google Books prompts privacy concerns
China Unicom will offer Apple’s iPhone with 3G functionality, but not with Wi-Fi. Also, librarians and privacy experts wonder if Google will keep track of what books its users are reading online.
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August 26, 2009
iPhone, BlackBerry may contain flash storage violating patent
BTG International alleges that some Samsung flash memory chips violate its patents. The chips are found in the iPhone, MacBook Air, some BlackBerrys, and other devices.
iPhone, BlackBerry may contain flash storage violating patent
BTG International alleges that some Samsung flash memory chips violate its patents. The chips are found in the iPhone, MacBook Air, some BlackBerrys, and other devices.
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August 24, 2009
Apple still reviewing Google Voice iphone app
Claiming it hasn't rejected the Google Voice, Apple has said it's still studying that iPhone application. In other news, four people were convicted of copyright infringement for selling a modified version of Windows XP, called Tomato Garden that was downloaded by 10 million people.
Apple still reviewing Google Voice iphone app
Claiming it hasn't rejected the Google Voice, Apple has said it's still studying that iPhone application. In other news, four people were convicted of copyright infringement for selling a modified version of Windows XP, called Tomato Garden that was downloaded by 10 million people.
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August 19, 2009
Facebook hit with lawsuit, Microsoft fights ban on selling Word
Five California residents are suing Facebook for breaking state privacy laws and false advertising. Meanwhile, Microsoft is appealing a Texas court injunction that would ban the sale of Microsoft Word.
Facebook hit with lawsuit, Microsoft fights ban on selling Word
Five California residents are suing Facebook for breaking state privacy laws and false advertising. Meanwhile, Microsoft is appealing a Texas court injunction that would ban the sale of Microsoft Word.
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August 17, 2009
Netscape founder working on a new browser
Marc Andreessen lost the browser wars in the mid-90’s to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer. But now the creator of Netscape has a new, secretive browser in the works.
Netscape founder working on a new browser
Marc Andreessen lost the browser wars in the mid-90’s to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer. But now the creator of Netscape has a new, secretive browser in the works.
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August 12, 2009
Sony Vaio laptops overheating, plagued with bad video cards
Nvidia's faulty graphics chips have affected a growing list of PC makers and Sony is the latest to experience the problem with its Vaio line of laptops.
Sony Vaio laptops overheating, plagued with bad video cards
Nvidia's faulty graphics chips have affected a growing list of PC makers and Sony is the latest to experience the problem with its Vaio line of laptops.
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August 11, 2009
Twitter must bolster infrastructure or face more attacks: analysts
Speculation about last week's denial of service attacks on Twitter and other social networks continues in the security analyst community. But many agree Twitter can expect more attacks in the future.
Twitter must bolster infrastructure or face more attacks: analysts
Speculation about last week's denial of service attacks on Twitter and other social networks continues in the security analyst community. But many agree Twitter can expect more attacks in the future.
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August 06, 2009
Yahoo and Microsoft deal includes escape clauses
Half-way through the Microsoft-Yahoo agreement, Microsoft could bail out of Yahoo's ad sales services. Yahoo can bail out if the partnership fails to compete with Google.
Yahoo and Microsoft deal includes escape clauses
Half-way through the Microsoft-Yahoo agreement, Microsoft could bail out of Yahoo's ad sales services. Yahoo can bail out if the partnership fails to compete with Google.
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July 30, 2009
Yahoo-Microsoft deal draws fire from Google, developers
Google says the search engine market will suffer from lack of innovation, and Yahoo developers are wondering if they've been left high and dry after the deal.
Yahoo-Microsoft deal draws fire from Google, developers
Google says the search engine market will suffer from lack of innovation, and Yahoo developers are wondering if they've been left high and dry after the deal.
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July 27, 2009
Dell settles sex discrimination lawsuit for $9.1 million
Both former and current employees accused the computer maker of sex discrimination in a class-act lawsuit. Dell admitted no wrong-doing in settling the claim.
Dell settles sex discrimination lawsuit for $9.1 million
Both former and current employees accused the computer maker of sex discrimination in a class-act lawsuit. Dell admitted no wrong-doing in settling the claim.
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July 22, 2009
BlackBerry update contained spyware, RIM confirms
A firmware update pushed to BlackBerry subscribers in the United Arab Emirates contained battery-draining spyware, says Research in Motion. Also, Windows 7 will have a "family pack" option.
BlackBerry update contained spyware, RIM confirms
A firmware update pushed to BlackBerry subscribers in the United Arab Emirates contained battery-draining spyware, says Research in Motion. Also, Windows 7 will have a "family pack" option.
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July 21, 2009
Microsoft and Yahoo could reach deal this week: report
Microsoft is poised to finally strike a deal with Yahoo for its search advertising business, according to a Wall Street Journal blog. Also, a huge robot statue is unveiled in Tokyo.
Microsoft and Yahoo could reach deal this week: report
Microsoft is poised to finally strike a deal with Yahoo for its search advertising business, according to a Wall Street Journal blog. Also, a huge robot statue is unveiled in Tokyo.
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July 15, 2009
China denies Internet addicts shock therapy
Internet users in China blogged about being tied down and shocked for 30 minutes, and China has responded by banning the practice.
China denies Internet addicts shock therapy
Internet users in China blogged about being tied down and shocked for 30 minutes, and China has responded by banning the practice.
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July 13, 2009
Google's Chrome considered by Dell, won't replace Android
Dell says it will consider testing Google's freshly announced operating system. Android will remain Google's choice for mobile.
Google's Chrome considered by Dell, won't replace Android
Dell says it will consider testing Google's freshly announced operating system. Android will remain Google's choice for mobile.
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July 8, 2009
Google to launch Chrome OS this year
Google will enter into the operating system fray with an open source offering that focuses on netbooks and laptops. Also, a Botnet attacks the U.S. and South Korea.
Google to launch Chrome OS this year
Google will enter into the operating system fray with an open source offering that focuses on netbooks and laptops. Also, a Botnet attacks the U.S. and South Korea.
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July 6, 2009
Book thrown at Google by The Authors Guild
Google Book Search is under investigation by the department of justice after The Authors Guild raised concern over the search giant's control over "orphan works".
Book thrown at Google by The Authors Guild
Google Book Search is under investigation by the department of justice after The Authors Guild raised concern over the search giant's control over "orphan works".
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July 2, 2009
Ringtone ruckus - Digital rights group battles music industry over royalties claim
A digital rights group is contesting a U.S. music industry association's assertion that royalties are due each time a mobile phone ringtone is played in public.
Ringtone ruckus - Digital rights group battles music industry over royalties claim
A digital rights group is contesting a U.S. music industry association's assertion that royalties are due each time a mobile phone ringtone is played in public.
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June 29, 2009
Michael Jackson's death boosts traffic, affects performance of top news sites
Michael Jackson's death, on Thursday, caused a huge spike in visits to news Web sites that affected the performance and availability of some of the biggest ones, according to Web monitoring company Keynote Systems.
Michael Jackson's death boosts traffic, affects performance of top news sites
Michael Jackson's death, on Thursday, caused a huge spike in visits to news Web sites that affected the performance and availability of some of the biggest ones, according to Web monitoring company Keynote Systems.
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June 24, 2009
Google calls for developers to make the Web faster
A new Web site is focused on making applications, sites, and browsers faster and will offer developers tutorials, tips and performance tools.
Google calls for developers to make the Web faster
A new Web site is focused on making applications, sites, and browsers faster and will offer developers tutorials, tips and performance tools.
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June 22, 2009
Women sued $1.9 million for sharing 24 mp3s via P2P
A woman who asked for a retrial after being fined $220,000 for sharing music over Kazaa has now been ordered to pay $1.92 by a jury in Minnesota.
Women sued $1.9 million for sharing 24 mp3s via P2P
A woman who asked for a retrial after being fined $220,000 for sharing music over Kazaa has now been ordered to pay $1.92 by a jury in Minnesota.
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June 17, 2009
MySpace slashes staff by 30 per cent - is the end near?
MySpace will cut its staff by nearly 30 per cent to trim down the size of its organization that the company says is "bloated" considering the "realities of today's marketplace." Once the undisputed champion of social networks, MySpace has seen its growth stagnate over the past year, while Facebook surpassed it to become the most popular social-networking site in the world.
MySpace slashes staff by 30 per cent - is the end near?
MySpace will cut its staff by nearly 30 per cent to trim down the size of its organization that the company says is "bloated" considering the "realities of today's marketplace." Once the undisputed champion of social networks, MySpace has seen its growth stagnate over the past year, while Facebook surpassed it to become the most popular social-networking site in the world.
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June 12, 2009
Windows 7 comes IE free in EU, IBM "thinks it can" do railroad management
Microsoft makes a move to play by the rules in Europe by shipping Windows 7 without Internet Explorer. Also, IBM opens a new base in Beijing for train-related products.
Windows 7 comes IE free in EU, IBM "thinks it can" do railroad management
Microsoft makes a move to play by the rules in Europe by shipping Windows 7 without Internet Explorer. Also, IBM opens a new base in Beijing for train-related products.
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June 10, 2009
Microsoft under investigation by EU - again
The European Commission is asking if Microsoft is using its power to influence fair competition of the Web browser market. Also, Motorola closes online music stores.
Microsoft under investigation by EU - again
The European Commission is asking if Microsoft is using its power to influence fair competition of the Web browser market. Also, Motorola closes online music stores.
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June 5, 2009
Jobs set to return as early as this week
Apple's CEO is a pancreatic cancer survivor and has been on medical leave. But he may be ready to return to his job this month, according to reports.
Jobs set to return as early as this week
Apple's CEO is a pancreatic cancer survivor and has been on medical leave. But he may be ready to return to his job this month, according to reports.
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June 3, 2009
Microsoft plans free Windows 7 upgrades for new Vista buyers
The Redmond-based software giant announced a "Windows 7 Upgrade Option" - a plan that TechARP.com will get Vista buyers a free or reduced-price Windows 7 upgrade.
Microsoft plans free Windows 7 upgrades for new Vista buyers
The Redmond-based software giant announced a "Windows 7 Upgrade Option" - a plan that TechARP.com will get Vista buyers a free or reduced-price Windows 7 upgrade.
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May 29, 2009
Twits hit with spam attack; phone for elderly can't call 911
Twitter users were the target of a phishing attack with worm properties last week. Jitterbug, a company that sells simple handsets for seniors, recalled some devices that couldn't dial out to 911 in certain situations.
Twits hit with spam attack; phone for elderly can't call 911
Twitter users were the target of a phishing attack with worm properties last week. Jitterbug, a company that sells simple handsets for seniors, recalled some devices that couldn't dial out to 911 in certain situations.
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May 27, 2009
9 out of 10 e-mails are spam; Greenpeace praises Sun and IBM
Symantec says one-fifth of all spam is coming from a single botnet. Greenpeace gave IBM and Sun the highest scores in a Green IT challenge.
9 out of 10 e-mails are spam; Greenpeace praises Sun and IBM
Symantec says one-fifth of all spam is coming from a single botnet. Greenpeace gave IBM and Sun the highest scores in a Green IT challenge.
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May 22, 2009
Palm PREpares for launch, LG claims world's thinnest LCD TV
June 6 marks the U.S. debut of the hotly-anticipated smartphone that sports Palm's new webOS. LG Display has unveiled big-screen LCD TVs that measure less then 6 mm thick.
Palm PREpares for launch, LG claims world's thinnest LCD TV
June 6 marks the U.S. debut of the hotly-anticipated smartphone that sports Palm's new webOS. LG Display has unveiled big-screen LCD TVs that measure less then 6 mm thick.
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May 20, 2009
HP will layoff 6,000 despite profits
Hewlett-Packard will respond to a three per cent drop in revenue by laying off two per cent of its workforce to cut costs over the next year. But the company did post a profit of $1.7 billion.
HP will layoff 6,000 despite profits
Hewlett-Packard will respond to a three per cent drop in revenue by laying off two per cent of its workforce to cut costs over the next year. But the company did post a profit of $1.7 billion.
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May 15, 2009
HP laptop batteries pose fire hazard, Google explains outage
Hewlett-Packard recalled 70,000 batteries after two reports of small fires. Google says a traffic routing error caused its service outage.
HP laptop batteries pose fire hazard, Google explains outage
Hewlett-Packard recalled 70,000 batteries after two reports of small fires. Google says a traffic routing error caused its service outage.
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May 14, 2009
Intel hit with largest anti-trust fine in history, says future of Sun's Sparc uncertain
The European Commission fined the chip-maker $1.4 billion for offering bulk discounts to computer manufacturers. Meanwhile, Intel's CEO plans to take advantage of Sun's acquisition by Oracle.
Intel hit with largest anti-trust fine in history, says future of Sun's Sparc uncertain
The European Commission fined the chip-maker $1.4 billion for offering bulk discounts to computer manufacturers. Meanwhile, Intel's CEO plans to take advantage of Sun's acquisition by Oracle.
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May 08, 2009
Windows 7 hack kit made public, Android netbook possible
Indian security researchers who demonstrated a Windows 7 hi-jack method at a Dubai conference have made their code available to the public. Dell may be considering using Android for a netbook.
Windows 7 hack kit made public, Android netbook possible
Indian security researchers who demonstrated a Windows 7 hi-jack method at a Dubai conference have made their code available to the public. Dell may be considering using Android for a netbook.
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May 06, 2009
South Korea considers YouTube ban, China unveils supercomputer
Google's refusal to comply with a Korean law requiring that all residents use their real names when posting to well-known Internet sites could see it blocked. China is about to show off a supercomputer that will be used to develop arms.
South Korea considers YouTube ban, China unveils supercomputer
Google's refusal to comply with a Korean law requiring that all residents use their real names when posting to well-known Internet sites could see it blocked. China is about to show off a supercomputer that will be used to develop arms.
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May 04, 2009
iPhone jailbreaking could be made legal by copyright court
Apple is arguing in court that an exemption should not be granted to iPhone users who jailbreak their devices. Also, data broker LexisNexis admits use by fraudsters.
iPhone jailbreaking could be made legal by copyright court
Apple is arguing in court that an exemption should not be granted to iPhone users who jailbreak their devices. Also, data broker LexisNexis admits use by fraudsters.
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April 27, 2009
Windows 7 nears commercial release
The Release Candidate of Windows 7 will be open for download by developers April 30 and for the general public on May 5. The update from Microsoft signals that a final version of the operating system will be available very soon.
Windows 7 nears commercial release
The Release Candidate of Windows 7 will be open for download by developers April 30 and for the general public on May 5. The update from Microsoft signals that a final version of the operating system will be available very soon.
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April 22, 2009
AMD and Yahoo reveal tough first quarter
The chip-maker reports a loss of $416 million in the first quarter of 2009 and Yahoo’s revenues are down 13 per cent. The Internet company plans lay offs to save some money.
AMD and Yahoo reveal tough first quarter
The chip-maker reports a loss of $416 million in the first quarter of 2009 and Yahoo’s revenues are down 13 per cent. The Internet company plans lay offs to save some money.
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April 17, 2009
IBM will challenge Intel in mobile chip market
IBM is a part of a group of chip makers that will make smartphone and mobile Internet device processors. Also, Sun leaves the door open for an IBM purchase.
IBM will challenge Intel in mobile chip market
IBM is a part of a group of chip makers that will make smartphone and mobile Internet device processors. Also, Sun leaves the door open for an IBM purchase.
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April 15, 2009
eBay’s move to spin off Skype indicates costly blunder
The online merchant will turn Skype into an initial public offering sometime next year. Also, Intel takes a hit to its revenue in the first quarter.
eBay’s move to spin off Skype indicates costly blunder
The online merchant will turn Skype into an initial public offering sometime next year. Also, Intel takes a hit to its revenue in the first quarter.
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April 8, 2009
Intel announces new CPU line
Code-named Jasper Forest, the new microprocessor is aimed for storage products and embedded applications. Also, Java is added to Google Apps.
Intel announces new CPU line
Code-named Jasper Forest, the new microprocessor is aimed for storage products and embedded applications. Also, Java is added to Google Apps.
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April 3, 2009
Tech giants to build WiMax network in Silicon Valley
Clearwire, Google, Cisco Systems and Intel will create the 4G network for software developers to try new applications. It will span about 20 square miles.
Tech giants to build WiMax network in Silicon Valley
Clearwire, Google, Cisco Systems and Intel will create the 4G network for software developers to try new applications. It will span about 20 square miles.
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April 1, 2009
Conficker controllers biding their time
The Conficker.c worm activation passed without major incident, but we’re not out of the woods yet, say security researchers.
Conficker controllers biding their time
The Conficker.c worm activation passed without major incident, but we’re not out of the woods yet, say security researchers.
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March 27, 2009
Google lays off 200 workers, IBM expected to cut thousands of U.S. staff
The economic downturn continues to claim jobs in the tech sector, even at Google. Also, Nvidia countersues Intel.
Google lays off 200 workers, IBM expected to cut thousands of U.S. staff
The economic downturn continues to claim jobs in the tech sector, even at Google. Also, Nvidia countersues Intel.
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March 25, 2009
Google tweaks search to be more semantic
Google's popular search engine is no longer driven by key words alone, with a new ability to match concepts. Also, The Pirate Bay plans to launch an anonymous Web browsing service.
Google tweaks search to be more semantic
Google's popular search engine is no longer driven by key words alone, with a new ability to match concepts. Also, The Pirate Bay plans to launch an anonymous Web browsing service.
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March 20, 2009
Palm sales plummet ahead of Pre arrival
The upcoming WebOS and Pre may determine Palm’s future as the smartphone maker sold 42 per cent less devices than in the same period last year. Also, the Vista Capable suit goes to trial.
Palm sales plummet ahead of Pre arrival
The upcoming WebOS and Pre may determine Palm’s future as the smartphone maker sold 42 per cent less devices than in the same period last year. Also, the Vista Capable suit goes to trial.
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March 18, 2009
iPhone 3.0 adds copy and paste amongst 100 new features
Apple demonstrated the new version of it’s iPhone software to users on Tuesday. Also, Amazon is sued by Discovery Channel over its patent on the Kindle reader.
iPhone 3.0 adds copy and paste amongst 100 new features
Apple demonstrated the new version of it’s iPhone software to users on Tuesday. Also, Amazon is sued by Discovery Channel over its patent on the Kindle reader.
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March 13, 2009
IBM releases privacy-boosting Facebook application
The application guides users to enhance their privacy settings and could be used as an organizational management tool. Also, Nortel starts dismantling process.
IBM releases privacy-boosting Facebook application
The application guides users to enhance their privacy settings and could be used as an organizational management tool. Also, Nortel starts dismantling process.
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March 11, 2009
iPhone app so popular that Google blocks it
Dubbed "Infinite SMS", the iPhone application used Google Talk to provide free text messages to its users. But now Google says it will block third-party use of its service.
iPhone app so popular that Google blocks it
Dubbed "Infinite SMS", the iPhone application used Google Talk to provide free text messages to its users. But now Google says it will block third-party use of its service.
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March 6, 2009
European Commission stops monitoring Microsoft compliance
It's been five years since Microsoft was deemed to be in violation of monopoly abuse in Europe, and now it’s being let off the hook. Also, Nvidia considers making x86 processors for low-cost PCs.
European Commission stops monitoring Microsoft compliance
It's been five years since Microsoft was deemed to be in violation of monopoly abuse in Europe, and now it’s being let off the hook. Also, Nvidia considers making x86 processors for low-cost PCs.
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March 5, 2009
Is "Kumo" Microsoft’s new search engine?
Microsoft is testing the technology from its Powerset acquisition in what could be rebranding of its Live search product. Also, Apple launches Intel’s chip ahead of the chip maker.
Is "Kumo" Microsoft’s new search engine?
Microsoft is testing the technology from its Powerset acquisition in what could be rebranding of its Live search product. Also, Apple launches Intel’s chip ahead of the chip maker.
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February 27, 2009
UK-based hacker faces extradition to the US
Gary McKinnon faces charges of hacking US government computers shortly after 9/11. He prefers to face trial in his own country, but British authorities say they won’t allow it.
UK-based hacker faces extradition to the US
Gary McKinnon faces charges of hacking US government computers shortly after 9/11. He prefers to face trial in his own country, but British authorities say they won’t allow it.
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February 23, 2009
Criminal groups using Skype to "communicate without fear"
Suspicious phone conversations on Skype could be targeted for tapping as part of a pan-European crackdown on what law authorities believe is a massive technical loophole in current wiretapping laws allowing criminals to communicate without fear of being overheard by the police.
Criminal groups using Skype to "communicate without fear"
Suspicious phone conversations on Skype could be targeted for tapping as part of a pan-European crackdown on what law authorities believe is a massive technical loophole in current wiretapping laws allowing criminals to communicate without fear of being overheard by the police.
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February 13, 2009
Solar-powered cell phones designed by LG, Samsung
The two electronics companies will unveil prototype handsets that use solar cells covering the rear case. Also, Microsoft and Adobe blog spat arises over Silverlight comments.
Solar-powered cell phones designed by LG, Samsung
The two electronics companies will unveil prototype handsets that use solar cells covering the rear case. Also, Microsoft and Adobe blog spat arises over Silverlight comments.
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February 11, 2009
Intel to spend $7 billion on manufacturing plant upgrades
The chip-maker says that investing is the way to fight back against recession, and is converting three plants to produce a next-generation processor.
Intel to spend $7 billion on manufacturing plant upgrades
The chip-maker says that investing is the way to fight back against recession, and is converting three plants to produce a next-generation processor.
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February 6, 2009
Analyst predicts Microsoft smartphone unveiling soon
At the GSMA Mobile World Congress in less than two weeks, Microsoft may debut its first smartphone, says an analyst. Meanwhile RIM has settled its charges over backdated stock options and four executives will pay $75 million as a result.
Analyst predicts Microsoft smartphone unveiling soon
At the GSMA Mobile World Congress in less than two weeks, Microsoft may debut its first smartphone, says an analyst. Meanwhile RIM has settled its charges over backdated stock options and four executives will pay $75 million as a result.
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February 5, 2009
Google execs a no-show in Italian trial
Three Google executives are accused of defamation and failure to exercise control over personal data and face a maximum three years in jail. The execs were absent at the trial’s opening hearing, which lasted five minutes
Google execs a no-show in Italian trial
Three Google executives are accused of defamation and failure to exercise control over personal data and face a maximum three years in jail. The execs were absent at the trial’s opening hearing, which lasted five minutes
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January 30, 2009
Obama falls short on promise to post legislation to Web
Newly elected U.S. President Barack Obama has repeatedly promised to post legislation to the Web before he signs off on it. But he may have failed to do that with the first item passed into law.
Obama falls short on promise to post legislation to Web
Newly elected U.S. President Barack Obama has repeatedly promised to post legislation to the Web before he signs off on it. But he may have failed to do that with the first item passed into law.
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January 28, 2009
Union claims IBM has made 2,800 layoffs
According to a union close to IBM workers, Big Blue has eliminated 1,419 software group positions and 1,449 sales and distribution jobs. But IBM won’t confirm the number of layoffs or where they are taking place.
Union claims IBM has made 2,800 layoffs
According to a union close to IBM workers, Big Blue has eliminated 1,419 software group positions and 1,449 sales and distribution jobs. But IBM won’t confirm the number of layoffs or where they are taking place.
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January 23, 2009
Obama will holster Presidential BlackBerry
The new president has professed an attachment to his BlackBerry, and he’ll get to keep the device despite some security concerns. Also, Microsoft CEO predicts long recovery for economy.
Obama will holster Presidential BlackBerry
The new president has professed an attachment to his BlackBerry, and he’ll get to keep the device despite some security concerns. Also, Microsoft CEO predicts long recovery for economy.
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January 21, 2009
Obama inauguration brings Web slowdown to U.S. news sites
The massive Web traffic to sites such as ABC, CBS, and NBC resulted in a slowdown, but not a meltdown of the Internet. Also, Google announces it plans to stop its Print Ads service.
Obama inauguration brings Web slowdown to U.S. news sites
The massive Web traffic to sites such as ABC, CBS, and NBC resulted in a slowdown, but not a meltdown of the Internet. Also, Google announces it plans to stop its Print Ads service.
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January 16, 2009
Worsening economy deals a blow to Intel’s profits
The chip-make saw its fourth-quarter profit plunge 90 per cent compared to just one year ago, a large chunk of that loss coming in the form of $1 billion value loss in Clearwire.
Worsening economy deals a blow to Intel’s profits
The chip-make saw its fourth-quarter profit plunge 90 per cent compared to just one year ago, a large chunk of that loss coming in the form of $1 billion value loss in Clearwire.
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January 14, 2009
Yahoo replaces Yang with new CEO
Former Autodesk CEO Carol Bartz will take over the reigns at Yahoo while President Sue Decker has resigned and will leave the company soon. Also, Microsoft has already patched Windows 7 beta.
Yahoo replaces Yang with new CEO
Former Autodesk CEO Carol Bartz will take over the reigns at Yahoo while President Sue Decker has resigned and will leave the company soon. Also, Microsoft has already patched Windows 7 beta.
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January 9, 2009
Palm pins hopes on new Pre touch screen phone
Complete with new operating system webOS, the Pre is being slated as an iPhone competitor. Also, AMD plans to deliver HD games and movies to smartphones via a supercomputer.
Palm pins hopes on new Pre touch screen phone
Complete with new operating system webOS, the Pre is being slated as an iPhone competitor. Also, AMD plans to deliver HD games and movies to smartphones via a supercomputer.
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January 7, 2009
Macworld announcements lackluster as Apple ends participation
Apple plans to pull out of future Macworld conferences and didn’t send Steve Jobs to this year’s expo. Now the announcements coming out of the show have been less than inspiring.
Macworld announcements lackluster as Apple ends participation
Apple plans to pull out of future Macworld conferences and didn’t send Steve Jobs to this year’s expo. Now the announcements coming out of the show have been less than inspiring.
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Facebook fixes data leak that exposed all user’s data, photos
A developer in the Netherlands discovered Facebook was allowing data to be given out from a sub-domain that hosted all of its data. Facebook says it has fixed the issue.
November 9, 2009
Facebook fixes data leak that exposed all user’s data, photos
A developer in the Netherlands discovered Facebook was allowing data to be given out from a sub-domain that hosted all of its data. Facebook says it has fixed the issue.
Facebook fixes data leak that exposed all user’s data, photos
A developer in the Netherlands discovered Facebook was allowing data to be given out from a sub-domain that hosted all of its data. Facebook says it has fixed the issue.
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November 10, 2009
Yahoo China told to remove porn images
The Chinese government continues to show it won’t allow foreign Internet companies to violate “social morals” and wants photos cleaned off of a Yahoo-hosted Web site.
Yahoo China told to remove porn images
The Chinese government continues to show it won’t allow foreign Internet companies to violate “social morals” and wants photos cleaned off of a Yahoo-hosted Web site.
November 12, 2008
Microsoft promises fix to hated UAC feature
The Windows Vista feature was meant as a security feature but proved to prevent even authorized users from accessing network features. Now Microsoft promises to fix that in Windows 7.
Microsoft promises fix to hated UAC feature
The Windows Vista feature was meant as a security feature but proved to prevent even authorized users from accessing network features. Now Microsoft promises to fix that in Windows 7.
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October 24, 2008
Microsoft’s big patch spoiled by new attack code
Just two hours after Microsoft released a security update, a new exploit was found and will soon be circulating the Web. Also, Google finally fixes Gmail outage.
Microsoft’s big patch spoiled by new attack code
Just two hours after Microsoft released a security update, a new exploit was found and will soon be circulating the Web. Also, Google finally fixes Gmail outage.
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October 30, 2008
Search engine giants plan to defend freedom of expression
Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft plan to publish a common code of conduct relating to freedom of expression and protection of privacy online. The new organization is called the Global Network Initiative.
Search engine giants plan to defend freedom of expression
Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft plan to publish a common code of conduct relating to freedom of expression and protection of privacy online. The new organization is called the Global Network Initiative.
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November 5, 2008
Barack Obama: the Internet president?
Tech issues were touched upon over the U.S. campaign – Obama has said he wants better broadband access for Americans. Also, Dell encourages employees to leave with a sweeter severance package.
Barack Obama: the Internet president?
Tech issues were touched upon over the U.S. campaign – Obama has said he wants better broadband access for Americans. Also, Dell encourages employees to leave with a sweeter severance package.
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November 7, 2008
Microsoft dismisses Google as smartphone competitor
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says it’s too early to tell if Android will be a serious competitor. Meanwhile, Apple’s iPhone edges out Microsoft and Blackberry in third-quarter smartphone rankings.
Microsoft dismisses Google as smartphone competitor
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says it’s too early to tell if Android will be a serious competitor. Meanwhile, Apple’s iPhone edges out Microsoft and Blackberry in third-quarter smartphone rankings.
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November 14, 2008
Microsoft hopes to boost sales with zero-percent financing
New customers of Microsoft’s ERP and CRM applications can apply for zero-percent, 36-month financing. Also, videogames immune to economic downturn.
Microsoft hopes to boost sales with zero-percent financing
New customers of Microsoft’s ERP and CRM applications can apply for zero-percent, 36-month financing. Also, videogames immune to economic downturn.
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November 19, 2008
British hospital computers brought down by virus
Three London hospitals had an infection outbreak of a different sort on their hands yesterday morning. Also, Microsoft gives up on pushing its own anti-virus software.
British hospital computers brought down by virus
Three London hospitals had an infection outbreak of a different sort on their hands yesterday morning. Also, Microsoft gives up on pushing its own anti-virus software.
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November 21, 2008
Verizon employees snoop Obama's phone records
The employees are on paid leave after snooping into phone records for a device used by U.S. President-elect Barack Obama. Also, Dell is buoyed by success in Asia.
Verizon employees snoop Obama's phone records
The employees are on paid leave after snooping into phone records for a device used by U.S. President-elect Barack Obama. Also, Dell is buoyed by success in Asia.
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November 26, 2008
Japan on-board with YouTube money-making tools
YouTube says it will make money for its partners with a new tech toolkit that identifies the owner of uploaded content. Also, Apple is criticized for quashing attempts to get Linux working on iPods.
Japan on-board with YouTube money-making tools
YouTube says it will make money for its partners with a new tech toolkit that identifies the owner of uploaded content. Also, Apple is criticized for quashing attempts to get Linux working on iPods.
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November 28, 2008
Mumbai bloggers help connect family during terror attacks
The blog Mumbai Help played a role in relaying information about those in the city as terrorists continued to battle commandos on Friday. Also, Nokia pulls out of the Japan mobile market.
Mumbai bloggers help connect family during terror attacks
The blog Mumbai Help played a role in relaying information about those in the city as terrorists continued to battle commandos on Friday. Also, Nokia pulls out of the Japan mobile market.
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December 03, 2008
Microsoft adds social networking to Windows Live services
Users will be able to add “friends” and interact with them through Hotmail, Messenger and other Live services. Also, Nvidia contemplates entering netbook market.
Microsoft adds social networking to Windows Live services
Users will be able to add “friends” and interact with them through Hotmail, Messenger and other Live services. Also, Nvidia contemplates entering netbook market.
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December 05, 2008
Microsoft hires former Yahoo exec for online division
Qi Lu will take over Microsoft’s struggling Online Services Group Jan. 5, after leaving Yahoo last August. Also, AMD cuts its fourth-quarter revenue projections
Microsoft hires former Yahoo exec for online division
Qi Lu will take over Microsoft’s struggling Online Services Group Jan. 5, after leaving Yahoo last August. Also, AMD cuts its fourth-quarter revenue projections
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December 10, 2008
Privacy advocates wary of Google Flu Trends
The Electronic Privacy Information wants more transparency about how Google is collecting data that it submits to the Centers for Disease Control about the spread of the flu. Also, HP plans to unveil the fast-charging Enviro laptop battery next year.
Privacy advocates wary of Google Flu Trends
The Electronic Privacy Information wants more transparency about how Google is collecting data that it submits to the Centers for Disease Control about the spread of the flu. Also, HP plans to unveil the fast-charging Enviro laptop battery next year.
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December 12, 2008
Lenovo to purchase undisclosed PC maker
Lenovo says it is in talks to acquire a PC maker. It is rumoured that Fujitsu might be a possibility.
Lenovo to purchase undisclosed PC maker
Lenovo says it is in talks to acquire a PC maker. It is rumoured that Fujitsu might be a possibility.
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December 12, 2008
Steve Jobs to skip Macworld, raises health questions
The keynote speech delivered at next month’s Macworld conference will be delivered instead by Phlip Schiller, the company’s senior product marketing executive. Jobs appeared gaunt at a June conference.
Steve Jobs to skip Macworld, raises health questions
The keynote speech delivered at next month’s Macworld conference will be delivered instead by Phlip Schiller, the company’s senior product marketing executive. Jobs appeared gaunt at a June conference.
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December 22, 2008
BlackBerry Storm sales boost RIM’s financial outlook
Waterloo, Ont.-based Research in Motion released financial results that met analyst expectations, and executives are saying the next quarter will be better.
BlackBerry Storm sales boost RIM’s financial outlook
Waterloo, Ont.-based Research in Motion released financial results that met analyst expectations, and executives are saying the next quarter will be better.
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October 17, 2008
Google at a loss to explain Gmail outage
Google offered no explanation for Gmail users getting a 502 error when trying to access their accounts. Also, AMD may counter Intel’s Atom chip with a new announcement.
Google at a loss to explain Gmail outage
Google offered no explanation for Gmail users getting a 502 error when trying to access their accounts. Also, AMD may counter Intel’s Atom chip with a new announcement.
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October 15, 2008
Intel earnings beat out economy woes
The chip-maker saw earnings rise in the first full quarter that it sold its low-cost Atom processor. Also, Google plans to appeal German court decision that claims it violated copyright of an artist’s photograph.
Intel earnings beat out economy woes
The chip-maker saw earnings rise in the first full quarter that it sold its low-cost Atom processor. Also, Google plans to appeal German court decision that claims it violated copyright of an artist’s photograph.
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October 14, 2008
Microsoft promises fix to hated UAC feature
The Windows Vista feature was meant as a security feature but proved to prevent even authorized users from accessing network features. Now Microsoft promises to fix that in Windows 7.
Microsoft promises fix to hated UAC feature
The Windows Vista feature was meant as a security feature but proved to prevent even authorized users from accessing network features. Now Microsoft promises to fix that in Windows 7.
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October 31, 2008
Sun loses $1.68 billion, Symantec prepares for lay offs
The economic downturn appears to be hitting the tech sector with Sun Microsystems disappointing analysts for the third straight quarter. Symantec is also looking to trim some of its 17,800 workforce.
Sun loses $1.68 billion, Symantec prepares for lay offs
The economic downturn appears to be hitting the tech sector with Sun Microsystems disappointing analysts for the third straight quarter. Symantec is also looking to trim some of its 17,800 workforce.
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October 09, 2008
Symantec to buy MessageLabs for $695M
Symantec will pay 695 million dollars for MessageLabs, a security vendor that offers a hosted spam and Web traffic filtering service. The acquisition gives Symantec an alternative e-mail security offering to BrightMail, the company's antispam and antivirus appliance.
Symantec to buy MessageLabs for $695M
Symantec will pay 695 million dollars for MessageLabs, a security vendor that offers a hosted spam and Web traffic filtering service. The acquisition gives Symantec an alternative e-mail security offering to BrightMail, the company's antispam and antivirus appliance.
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October 06, 2008
Nokia latest to offer iPhone rival
The Finnish phone maker hopes to one-up Apple on touch-screen phone features and be competitively priced. Also, Skype president says he was unaware of a Chinese software program that was logging chats and storing them on a public server.
Nokia latest to offer iPhone rival
The Finnish phone maker hopes to one-up Apple on touch-screen phone features and be competitively priced. Also, Skype president says he was unaware of a Chinese software program that was logging chats and storing them on a public server.
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October 01, 2008
Nokia to buy Canadian phone software company
The phone manufacturer plans to buy Oz Communications, a company that creates ways for people to send instant messages from their phones. Also, AMD is on track to ship a new processor in servers by the end of the year.
Nokia to buy Canadian phone software company
The phone manufacturer plans to buy Oz Communications, a company that creates ways for people to send instant messages from their phones. Also, AMD is on track to ship a new processor in servers by the end of the year.
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September 19, 2008
IT sector avoids crashing economy
Announcement of a repository for bad debt from failing banks spurred tech stocks to rise last week. But graphics chip maker Nvidia plans to lay off 360 worldwide.
IT sector avoids crashing economy
Announcement of a repository for bad debt from failing banks spurred tech stocks to rise last week. But graphics chip maker Nvidia plans to lay off 360 worldwide.
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September 17, 2008
SanDisk rejects Samsung “undervalued” takeover attempt
Samsung went public with its offer Tuesday, but SanDisk CEO Eli Harari says the offer takes advantage of tough economic times. Also, private security experts recommend stripping responsibility for cyber-security from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
SanDisk rejects Samsung “undervalued” takeover attempt
Samsung went public with its offer Tuesday, but SanDisk CEO Eli Harari says the offer takes advantage of tough economic times. Also, private security experts recommend stripping responsibility for cyber-security from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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September 12, 2008
Research In Motion makes play for consumer market
The Blackberry has long dominated the enterprise mobile market, and now hopes to extend that success to consumers. Adding MySpace, TiVo and music applications is evidence of that.
Research In Motion makes play for consumer market
The Blackberry has long dominated the enterprise mobile market, and now hopes to extend that success to consumers. Adding MySpace, TiVo and music applications is evidence of that.
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September 11, 2008
Google bows to privacy concerns in retaining IP addresses
Google will now hold data linking user’s searches to an IP address for nine months instead of 18 months. Also, the Department of Justice is looking at the search giant’s partnership with Yahoo.
Google bows to privacy concerns in retaining IP addresses
Google will now hold data linking user’s searches to an IP address for nine months instead of 18 months. Also, the Department of Justice is looking at the search giant’s partnership with Yahoo.
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September 8, 2008
Researchers show dangers of Facebook applications
A "Photo of the Day" application added to Facebook in January and installed by almost 1,000 users turns out to be malware that launches a denial of service attack. Also, Microsoft is set to release four new patches on Tuesday.
Researchers show dangers of Facebook applications
A "Photo of the Day" application added to Facebook in January and installed by almost 1,000 users turns out to be malware that launches a denial of service attack. Also, Microsoft is set to release four new patches on Tuesday.
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September 4, 2008
VMware loses another senior exec
VMware’s executive vice-president of research and development has left the company for a job at Oracle. The company also fired co-founder Diane Greene recently.
VMware loses another senior exec
VMware’s executive vice-president of research and development has left the company for a job at Oracle. The company also fired co-founder Diane Greene recently.
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August 29, 2008
Qualcomm punished for selling banned products
This chip maker must pay Broadcom royalties after failing to stop sales of QChat version 3.0, a product the company had been ordered in court to stop selling. Also, Sony unveils the world’s thinnest LCD screen.
Qualcomm punished for selling banned products
This chip maker must pay Broadcom royalties after failing to stop sales of QChat version 3.0, a product the company had been ordered in court to stop selling. Also, Sony unveils the world’s thinnest LCD screen.
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August 28, 2008
iPhone’s private information accessed at press of a button
Apple included a feature for users to protect private Web addresses, e-mails and contacts with a lock code. But a simple button combination allows anyone to access that without entering the code.
iPhone’s private information accessed at press of a button
Apple included a feature for users to protect private Web addresses, e-mails and contacts with a lock code. But a simple button combination allows anyone to access that without entering the code.
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August 22, 2008
Apple hit with lawsuit from disgruntled iPhone 3G user
An Alabama woman has filed a class action lawsuit against Apple for an advertising campaign focusing on the phone’s network speed. Meanwhile, China has blocked access to iTunes.
Apple hit with lawsuit from disgruntled iPhone 3G user
An Alabama woman has filed a class action lawsuit against Apple for an advertising campaign focusing on the phone’s network speed. Meanwhile, China has blocked access to iTunes.
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August 20, 2008
Apple admits iPods ‘hot enough to scorch paper’
Apple blames an unnamed battery manufacturer for the iPod nano melt-downs reported in Japan. Also, Intel promises to bring better graphics to laptops next year with a next-generation chip.
Apple admits iPods ‘hot enough to scorch paper’
Apple blames an unnamed battery manufacturer for the iPod nano melt-downs reported in Japan. Also, Intel promises to bring better graphics to laptops next year with a next-generation chip.
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August 18, 2008
Italy blocks access to The Pirate Bay
The infamous torrent site is under investigation for infringing on Italian copyright law and blocks the site. But Pirate Bay admins invite Italians to switch to OpenDNS to access the site.
Italy blocks access to The Pirate Bay
The infamous torrent site is under investigation for infringing on Italian copyright law and blocks the site. But Pirate Bay admins invite Italians to switch to OpenDNS to access the site.
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August 14, 2008
Dell claims laptop has 19-hour battery life
Dell’s Latitude E6400 can run for almost an entire day with no charge, thanks to Dell proprietary technology that boosts battery life. Also, Yahoo announces yet another new service: location sharing.
Dell claims laptop has 19-hour battery life
Dell’s Latitude E6400 can run for almost an entire day with no charge, thanks to Dell proprietary technology that boosts battery life. Also, Yahoo announces yet another new service: location sharing.
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August 06, 2008
Charges laid in TJX data breach scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice has laid charges against 11 hackers that stole more than 40 million credit and debit card numbers from nine retailers. Also, IBM seeks to distance its software from Microsoft desktops.
Charges laid in TJX data breach scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice has laid charges against 11 hackers that stole more than 40 million credit and debit card numbers from nine retailers. Also, IBM seeks to distance its software from Microsoft desktops.
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August 01, 2008
Don’t GIF away your online identity
Security researchers are set to reveal a new type of hybrid file that looks like a GIF image file, but is actually a Java applet that could hi-jack your Facebook or eBay account.
Don’t GIF away your online identity
Security researchers are set to reveal a new type of hybrid file that looks like a GIF image file, but is actually a Java applet that could hi-jack your Facebook or eBay account.
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July 28, 2008
Convicted spammer dead after murder-suicide
Eddie Davidson was a fugitive after walking out of a federal minimum security prison camp in Colorado last Sunday. On Thursday, he shot his wife and daughter before taking his own life.
Convicted spammer dead after murder-suicide
Eddie Davidson was a fugitive after walking out of a federal minimum security prison camp in Colorado last Sunday. On Thursday, he shot his wife and daughter before taking his own life.
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July 23, 2008
Vendors rush to patch systems after DNS flaw revealed
A security consultant wanted to keep the cat in the bag about a major flaw in the Internet’s DNS system, but it was published sooner than expected. Now he’s working day and night to help patch the flaw.
Vendors rush to patch systems after DNS flaw revealed
A security consultant wanted to keep the cat in the bag about a major flaw in the Internet’s DNS system, but it was published sooner than expected. Now he’s working day and night to help patch the flaw.
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July 18, 2008
Fallout after tech sector’s disappointing quarterlies released
AMD swaps their CEO, replacing Hector Ruiz with Dirk Meyer, former COO. Google disappoints analyst projectons and sees its stock drop.
Fallout after tech sector’s disappointing quarterlies released
AMD swaps their CEO, replacing Hector Ruiz with Dirk Meyer, former COO. Google disappoints analyst projectons and sees its stock drop.
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July 16, 2008
Yahoo and Microsoft squabble at senate hearing
Microsoft accuses Yahoo of reducing competition by striking an advertising deal with Google. But Yahoo calls Microsoft the monopolist.
Yahoo and Microsoft squabble at senate hearing
Microsoft accuses Yahoo of reducing competition by striking an advertising deal with Google. But Yahoo calls Microsoft the monopolist.
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July 11, 2008
iPhone debuts in Japan for first time
More than 1,000 people lined up at a Tokyo store for the chance to buy an iPhone. Also, an Australian PC maker starts preorders for the Intel quad-core mobile chips.
iPhone debuts in Japan for first time
More than 1,000 people lined up at a Tokyo store for the chance to buy an iPhone. Also, an Australian PC maker starts preorders for the Intel quad-core mobile chips.
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July 09, 2008
VMware’s stock dives 24 per cent
The virtualization giant has replaced CEO and cofounder with a former Microsoft executive as news of its financial woes is made public. Also, the Internet gets patched.
VMware’s stock dives 24 per cent
The virtualization giant has replaced CEO and cofounder with a former Microsoft executive as news of its financial woes is made public. Also, the Internet gets patched.
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July 04, 2008
Microsoft hit with lawsuit over Silverlight patents
Video software developer Gotuit Media is claiming that Microsoft has infringed on its patents that cover ways of making videos searchable. Meanwhile, Research In Motion has been given more time before their trial begins against Visto.
Microsoft hit with lawsuit over Silverlight patents
Video software developer Gotuit Media is claiming that Microsoft has infringed on its patents that cover ways of making videos searchable. Meanwhile, Research In Motion has been given more time before their trial begins against Visto.
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July 02, 2008
Microsoft seeking partners in new bid to acquire Yahoo: Report
Microsoft is seeking partners including Time Warner and News Corp. in a new bid to acquire Yahoo, according to a newspaper report. Microsoft wants to acquire Yahoo's search business, and is looking for a media company partner to buy the rest, the Wall Street Journal reports. It says Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer called Yahoo Chairman Roy Bostock to arrange a meeting for Monday.
Microsoft seeking partners in new bid to acquire Yahoo: Report
Microsoft is seeking partners including Time Warner and News Corp. in a new bid to acquire Yahoo, according to a newspaper report. Microsoft wants to acquire Yahoo's search business, and is looking for a media company partner to buy the rest, the Wall Street Journal reports. It says Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer called Yahoo Chairman Roy Bostock to arrange a meeting for Monday.
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June 27, 2008
Bill Gates’ last day at work
The software entrepreneur started Microsoft 33 years ago, and officially steps down as president on June 30. Also, Yahoo reorganizes internally to woo developers.
Bill Gates’ last day at work
The software entrepreneur started Microsoft 33 years ago, and officially steps down as president on June 30. Also, Yahoo reorganizes internally to woo developers.
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June 25, 2008
Nokia buys up all Symbian shares
The phone manufacturer is paying $410 million to buy up the other half of shares for the mobile OS developer. Also, Lenovo announces a new laptop line aimed at small businesses.
Nokia buys up all Symbian shares
The phone manufacturer is paying $410 million to buy up the other half of shares for the mobile OS developer. Also, Lenovo announces a new laptop line aimed at small businesses.
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June 20, 2008
Firefox 3 vulnerability found within five hours of release
Mozilla overcame a rocky start on their world-record attempt for number of downloads in 24 hours to serve up their browser 8 million times. But security researchers have already found a security flaw.
Firefox 3 vulnerability found within five hours of release
Mozilla overcame a rocky start on their world-record attempt for number of downloads in 24 hours to serve up their browser 8 million times. But security researchers have already found a security flaw.
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June 18, 2008
Firefox world record attempt hits a snag
Mozilla’s plan to surpass the record for downloads hit a snag when their server couldn’t handle the large amount of traffic. Google also faced server woes with its cloud computing apps for developers.
Firefox world record attempt hits a snag
Mozilla’s plan to surpass the record for downloads hit a snag when their server couldn’t handle the large amount of traffic. Google also faced server woes with its cloud computing apps for developers.
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June 13, 2008
Yahoo to run Google ads in search results
After rejecting a Microsoft offer to buy the company’s search business, Yahoo shakes hands with Google on a deal they anticipate to generate up to $450 million in the first 12 months. Also, experts say there is no evidence to back up the claim China is attacking computers of US congressman.
Yahoo to run Google ads in search results
After rejecting a Microsoft offer to buy the company’s search business, Yahoo shakes hands with Google on a deal they anticipate to generate up to $450 million in the first 12 months. Also, experts say there is no evidence to back up the claim China is attacking computers of US congressman.
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June 11, 2008
Microsoft leak reveals new version of Office next year
A Microsoft Web site for developers makes reference to Office SharePoint 2009, hinting at an impending release of the productivity suite. Also, Avaya’s CEO steps down for medical reasons and Yahoo rolls back new security features after POP woes.
Microsoft leak reveals new version of Office next year
A Microsoft Web site for developers makes reference to Office SharePoint 2009, hinting at an impending release of the productivity suite. Also, Avaya’s CEO steps down for medical reasons and Yahoo rolls back new security features after POP woes.
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June 06, 2008
Two cyber-criminal groups’ spear-phishing attacks affect thousands
Verisign researchers say 15,000 victims of targeted phishing attacks have been put in the crosshairs of just two shadowy crime groups. Also, Verizon Wireless buys Alltel to become the biggest mobile phone company in the U.S.
Two cyber-criminal groups’ spear-phishing attacks affect thousands
Verisign researchers say 15,000 victims of targeted phishing attacks have been put in the crosshairs of just two shadowy crime groups. Also, Verizon Wireless buys Alltel to become the biggest mobile phone company in the U.S.
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June 04, 2008
Windows XP life extended for low-cost PCs
Microsoft bows to pressure from computer makers who say Vista is too much of a resource hog for low-cost laptops and desktops. The Redmond-based software giant has also released a new version of their Silverlight platform.
Windows XP life extended for low-cost PCs
Microsoft bows to pressure from computer makers who say Vista is too much of a resource hog for low-cost laptops and desktops. The Redmond-based software giant has also released a new version of their Silverlight platform.
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May 30, 2008
Dell releases pictures of “Mini Inspiron”
Michael Dell was spotted by bloggers toting an ultra-portable laptop at a recent conference, and Dell responded by showing off pictures of the new laptop. Also, Google raises the eyebrows of privacy advocates.
Dell releases pictures of “Mini Inspiron”
Michael Dell was spotted by bloggers toting an ultra-portable laptop at a recent conference, and Dell responded by showing off pictures of the new laptop. Also, Google raises the eyebrows of privacy advocates.
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May 28, 2008
Intel forced to push back release of new laptop chip
The hotly anticipated Centrino 2 chipset is facing problems with its wireless component and is now expected to be released in August. Also, Dell is found guilty of fraud and cybercriminals target Adobe’s Flash Player.
Intel forced to push back release of new laptop chip
The hotly anticipated Centrino 2 chipset is facing problems with its wireless component and is now expected to be released in August. Also, Dell is found guilty of fraud and cybercriminals target Adobe’s Flash Player.
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May 26, 2008
Google wants government’s unused wireless spectrum
The search giant’s co-founder wants the U.S. government to sell spectrum on a temporary basis to unlicensed wireless devices. The move could raise billions of dollars.
Google wants government’s unused wireless spectrum
The search giant’s co-founder wants the U.S. government to sell spectrum on a temporary basis to unlicensed wireless devices. The move could raise billions of dollars.
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May 16, 2008
Yahoo lashes back after Icahn’s threat to take control
The search company says its current board members are right for the job, but Carl Icahn wants to nominate replacements. Also, One Laptop Per Child gets a dual-boot model and Sharp reveals its green energy developments.
Yahoo lashes back after Icahn’s threat to take control
The search company says its current board members are right for the job, but Carl Icahn wants to nominate replacements. Also, One Laptop Per Child gets a dual-boot model and Sharp reveals its green energy developments.
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May 14, 2008
IT mega-deal: HP buys EDS for $13.9 billion
HP nudges closer to IBM in tech sales with the major acquisition. Also, AMD’s new quad-core chip gets a rise thanks to Sun’s new servers and a billionaire investor is considering putting the pressure on Yahoo to return to the table with Microsoft.
IT mega-deal: HP buys EDS for $13.9 billion
HP nudges closer to IBM in tech sales with the major acquisition. Also, AMD’s new quad-core chip gets a rise thanks to Sun’s new servers and a billionaire investor is considering putting the pressure on Yahoo to return to the table with Microsoft.
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May 12, 2008
iPod tax Japan’s answer to piracy
Japan’s Cultural Affairs Agency wants to add a tax to digital music and video devices to offset money lost to piracy. Also, BestBuy buys stake in a European retailer and Microsoft reaches out to developing nations with IT.
iPod tax Japan’s answer to piracy
Japan’s Cultural Affairs Agency wants to add a tax to digital music and video devices to offset money lost to piracy. Also, BestBuy buys stake in a European retailer and Microsoft reaches out to developing nations with IT.
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May 08, 2008
Mile-high Wi-Fi: Internet access returns to airplanes
High-speed Internet connectivity will return after a three-year hiatus in the form of Panasonic’s ExConnect service. The service will take off next year and hopes to succeed where Boeing’s Connexion service failed in 2006.
Mile-high Wi-Fi: Internet access returns to airplanes
High-speed Internet connectivity will return after a three-year hiatus in the form of Panasonic’s ExConnect service. The service will take off next year and hopes to succeed where Boeing’s Connexion service failed in 2006.
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April 21, 2008
Pro-China hackers call off cyber attack on CNN
Hackers planning to attack CNN's Website over the network's coverage of protests against China's occupation of Tibet have cancelled the assault.
Pro-China hackers call off cyber attack on CNN
Hackers planning to attack CNN's Website over the network's coverage of protests against China's occupation of Tibet have cancelled the assault.
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March 28, 2008
BitTorrent shuts down TorrentSpy search engine
Today’s highlights - Expensive legal battles lead BitTorrent to shut down its TorrentSpy search engine. Former National Security Agency employee, Charlie Miller walks away with a $10,000 cash prize and three laptops after successfully breaking into a MacBook Air within two minutes, and Google’s pay-per-click ad business shows signs of slowing for second straight month.
BitTorrent shuts down TorrentSpy search engine
Today’s highlights - Expensive legal battles lead BitTorrent to shut down its TorrentSpy search engine. Former National Security Agency employee, Charlie Miller walks away with a $10,000 cash prize and three laptops after successfully breaking into a MacBook Air within two minutes, and Google’s pay-per-click ad business shows signs of slowing for second straight month.
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March 7, 2008
iPhone gets Enterprise boost with Microsoft Exchange support
Bans on Apple's popular iPhone may be lifted after a license with ActiveSync means e-mail can safely be pushed to the devices. The European Commission is likely to approve Google's move to acquire DoubleClick with an April 2 deadline looming, and Microsoft's Bill Gates is no longer the world's richest man.
iPhone gets Enterprise boost with Microsoft Exchange support
Bans on Apple's popular iPhone may be lifted after a license with ActiveSync means e-mail can safely be pushed to the devices. The European Commission is likely to approve Google's move to acquire DoubleClick with an April 2 deadline looming, and Microsoft's Bill Gates is no longer the world's richest man.
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February 29, 2008
Google gives public glimpse of pilot health care service
Google recently showed off a couple of screenshots of the health care service it is developing. Google Health aims to offer users a site where they can store and their medical records. Meanwhile notorious spammer Robert Soloway, also known as the Spam King, will get his day in court this month when his trial kicks off in Seattle. Soloway is charged with sending tens of millions of unsolicited e-mail messages.
Google gives public glimpse of pilot health care service
Google recently showed off a couple of screenshots of the health care service it is developing. Google Health aims to offer users a site where they can store and their medical records. Meanwhile notorious spammer Robert Soloway, also known as the Spam King, will get his day in court this month when his trial kicks off in Seattle. Soloway is charged with sending tens of millions of unsolicited e-mail messages.
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February 18, 2008
High-level executive shake up at Microsoft to prepare for Yahoo acquisition
Microsoft confirmed a number of high-level executive changes, moves that could be designed to better position the company to digest an acquisition of Yahoo. Meanwhile, a U.S. district court judge has ordered that Oracle's lawsuit against SAP and its TomorrowNow subsidiary be sent to mediation, according to a court document posted online. SAP spokesman Andy Kendzie declined to comment in much detail Thursday about Judge Martin J. Jenkins' ruling.
High-level executive shake up at Microsoft to prepare for Yahoo acquisition
Microsoft confirmed a number of high-level executive changes, moves that could be designed to better position the company to digest an acquisition of Yahoo. Meanwhile, a U.S. district court judge has ordered that Oracle's lawsuit against SAP and its TomorrowNow subsidiary be sent to mediation, according to a court document posted online. SAP spokesman Andy Kendzie declined to comment in much detail Thursday about Judge Martin J. Jenkins' ruling.
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February 4, 2008
Microsoft-Yahoo deal “troubling” says Google
Google has made its first official comments on Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Yahoo saying that the deal raises "troubling questions" and that the underlying principles of the Internet stand to be tested by the proposed deal. The statement refers several times to Microsoft's past regulatory transgressions and indicates that Google could be preparing to fight the deal -- if it is accepted by Yahoo -- by pushing regulators to disallow it.
Microsoft-Yahoo deal “troubling” says Google
Google has made its first official comments on Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Yahoo saying that the deal raises "troubling questions" and that the underlying principles of the Internet stand to be tested by the proposed deal. The statement refers several times to Microsoft's past regulatory transgressions and indicates that Google could be preparing to fight the deal -- if it is accepted by Yahoo -- by pushing regulators to disallow it.
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January 28, 2008
Hackers infiltrate Church of Scientology site
A group of hackers calling itself "Anonymous" has infiltrated the Church of Scientology's Web site. The online attack seeks to gain media attention to Anonymous’ goal of "[saving] people from Scientology by reversing the brainwashing," according to a Web page maintained by the hacker group.
Hackers infiltrate Church of Scientology site
A group of hackers calling itself "Anonymous" has infiltrated the Church of Scientology's Web site. The online attack seeks to gain media attention to Anonymous’ goal of "[saving] people from Scientology by reversing the brainwashing," according to a Web page maintained by the hacker group.
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November 26, 2007
The evolving administrator
So, what hat are you wearing today? Chances are, if you’re a network administrator, it’s more than one. IT educator Jason Eckert says the job involves skill sets that didn’t exist in the 90s, or that were part of another discipline altogether. We discussed five recent additions to the network administration landscape.
The evolving administrator
So, what hat are you wearing today? Chances are, if you’re a network administrator, it’s more than one. IT educator Jason Eckert says the job involves skill sets that didn’t exist in the 90s, or that were part of another discipline altogether. We discussed five recent additions to the network administration landscape.
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November 13, 2007
What’s in a trend?
Richard Stiennon is the chief marketing officer for IT security company Fortinet, but he’s also played the trend game working for analysis firm Gartner. He spoke to IT Business Out Loud’s Dave Webb about the three types of trend analysis, how they’re used, and how to critically think about what we read and hear.
What’s in a trend?
Richard Stiennon is the chief marketing officer for IT security company Fortinet, but he’s also played the trend game working for analysis firm Gartner. He spoke to IT Business Out Loud’s Dave Webb about the three types of trend analysis, how they’re used, and how to critically think about what we read and hear.
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November 5, 2007
Big Iron’s back
Mainframes were supposed to fade away as the industry moved deeper into client/server computing, but rumours of its death turned out to be greatly exaggerated. IBM, among others, continues to do a brisk business in mainframes, and as enterprise architecture becomes increasingly consolidated the demand for big iron is on the rebound. There’s just one problem: the skill sets around mainframes haven’t kept up to date. That’s why Ryerson University’s Chang School of Continuing Education recently launched a certificate program in mainframe system computing.
Big Iron’s back
Mainframes were supposed to fade away as the industry moved deeper into client/server computing, but rumours of its death turned out to be greatly exaggerated. IBM, among others, continues to do a brisk business in mainframes, and as enterprise architecture becomes increasingly consolidated the demand for big iron is on the rebound. There’s just one problem: the skill sets around mainframes haven’t kept up to date. That’s why Ryerson University’s Chang School of Continuing Education recently launched a certificate program in mainframe system computing.
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October 2, 2007
How’s your alignment?
As IT comes out of the wiring closet and begins to play more of a strategy-setting role in the enterprise, those responsible for managing technology are seeing their roles changing. Universiyt of Waterloo professor Rod McNaughton discusses the trens toward IT/business alignment and the implications for information systems executives.
How’s your alignment?
As IT comes out of the wiring closet and begins to play more of a strategy-setting role in the enterprise, those responsible for managing technology are seeing their roles changing. Universiyt of Waterloo professor Rod McNaughton discusses the trens toward IT/business alignment and the implications for information systems executives.
September 18, 2007
Terry Matthews tees off
Billionaire entrepreneur and Mitel chairman Terry Matthews –Sir Terry if you happen to visit him in Britain – has spread his investments into golf resorts and film, but he still works mainly from his Ottawa office overseeing a networking and telecommunications empire. Although he holds the post of chairman of many of those companies, he describes himself as an active officer.
He spoke to Out Loud’s Howard Solomon, and complained about the federal government’s lack of support for the IT industry.
Terry Matthews tees off
Billionaire entrepreneur and Mitel chairman Terry Matthews –Sir Terry if you happen to visit him in Britain – has spread his investments into golf resorts and film, but he still works mainly from his Ottawa office overseeing a networking and telecommunications empire. Although he holds the post of chairman of many of those companies, he describes himself as an active officer.
He spoke to Out Loud’s Howard Solomon, and complained about the federal government’s lack of support for the IT industry.
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September 10, 2007
Where in the world …
Anybody who’s peeked into their backyards using Google Earth or plotted a long trp with MapQuest has Roger Tomlinson to thank for it. Working for an aerial survey company in the 1960s, Tomlinson recognized that automated computer technologies could save time in map production. Half a century and one Order of Canada later, Tomlinson offers his insights into the possibilities for geographic information systems of the future.
Where in the world …
Anybody who’s peeked into their backyards using Google Earth or plotted a long trp with MapQuest has Roger Tomlinson to thank for it. Working for an aerial survey company in the 1960s, Tomlinson recognized that automated computer technologies could save time in map production. Half a century and one Order of Canada later, Tomlinson offers his insights into the possibilities for geographic information systems of the future.
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August 29, 2007
Catching more flies with virtual honeypots
Google senior staff engineer Niels Provos, with doctorate student Thorsten Holz, co-authored Virtual Honeypots: From Botnet Tracking to Intrusion Detection, published on Pearson Education’s Addison-Wesley imprint. He speaks to IT Business Out Loud producer Dave Webb about the notion and practical application of honeypots, how they work, and why virtual is better.
Catching more flies with virtual honeypots
Google senior staff engineer Niels Provos, with doctorate student Thorsten Holz, co-authored Virtual Honeypots: From Botnet Tracking to Intrusion Detection, published on Pearson Education’s Addison-Wesley imprint. He speaks to IT Business Out Loud producer Dave Webb about the notion and practical application of honeypots, how they work, and why virtual is better.
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August 21, 2007
State of the Union
Craig Pelling, CEO of CounterPath Solutions, a Vancouver-based softphone developer, has held posts overseas with Cisco Systems and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He spoke to IT Business Out Loud’s Howard Solomon about how the capital markets are affecting how fledgling companies can raise money, and whether China will be calling the shots in term of networking standards because of the sheer volume of population.
State of the Union
Craig Pelling, CEO of CounterPath Solutions, a Vancouver-based softphone developer, has held posts overseas with Cisco Systems and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He spoke to IT Business Out Loud’s Howard Solomon about how the capital markets are affecting how fledgling companies can raise money, and whether China will be calling the shots in term of networking standards because of the sheer volume of population.
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August 10, 2007
Wi-Fi to the rescue
In an emergency, should you call 911 or 802.11? A municipal Wi-Fi expert outlines he role of wireless in an emergency situation, and how Minneapolis Wireless worked with local government after the collapse of a bridge over the Mississippi.
Wi-Fi to the rescue
In an emergency, should you call 911 or 802.11? A municipal Wi-Fi expert outlines he role of wireless in an emergency situation, and how Minneapolis Wireless worked with local government after the collapse of a bridge over the Mississippi.
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August 3, 2007
Phones of the future
What will your next mobile phone look like?
Research firm In-Stat recently released “Big Trends Influencing the Global Handset Market,” an analysis of the factors that will affect the design and functionality of mobile handsets over the next five years. IT Business Out Loud’s Dave Webb talks to In-Stat principal analyst David Chamberlain about the content and the technology that will drive the market – and, of course, the ubiquitous iPhone.
Phones of the future
What will your next mobile phone look like?
Research firm In-Stat recently released “Big Trends Influencing the Global Handset Market,” an analysis of the factors that will affect the design and functionality of mobile handsets over the next five years. IT Business Out Loud’s Dave Webb talks to In-Stat principal analyst David Chamberlain about the content and the technology that will drive the market – and, of course, the ubiquitous iPhone.
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July 20, 2007
Undoing the math
Is the algorithm the proper paradigm for computing? Karl Fant of Theseus Research doesn’t think so.
Many introductory texts begin with a discussion of the algorithm as the fundamental paradigm of computer science. Karl Fant of Theseus Research thinks that’s wrong-headed; that it causes unnecessary complexity, that many computer functions aren’t algorithmic at all, and that computer scientists and mathematicians aren’t pursuing the same thing.
He spoke to IT Business Out Loud’s Dave Webb from his office in Mountain View, Calif.
Undoing the math
Is the algorithm the proper paradigm for computing? Karl Fant of Theseus Research doesn’t think so.
Many introductory texts begin with a discussion of the algorithm as the fundamental paradigm of computer science. Karl Fant of Theseus Research thinks that’s wrong-headed; that it causes unnecessary complexity, that many computer functions aren’t algorithmic at all, and that computer scientists and mathematicians aren’t pursuing the same thing.
He spoke to IT Business Out Loud’s Dave Webb from his office in Mountain View, Calif.
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July 11, 2007
Rebuilding ITIL
Version 3 of the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) has been released, and we speak to one of the architects.
The IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is one of the most widely used sets of best practices for IT leaders bent on wringing better results out of their IT infrastructures. Sharon Taylor, lead architect of the library’s recently released Version 3, discusses what’s new, what’s improved, and where it’s going.
Rebuilding ITIL
Version 3 of the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) has been released, and we speak to one of the architects.
The IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is one of the most widely used sets of best practices for IT leaders bent on wringing better results out of their IT infrastructures. Sharon Taylor, lead architect of the library’s recently released Version 3, discusses what’s new, what’s improved, and where it’s going.
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July 5, 2007
Is it easy being green?
The green IT bandwagon has picked up steam of late, but HP says they’ve been in on it for years. Its hardware recycling programs, Dynamic Smart Cooling services, and even its Halo video conferencing tool, Halo, are aimed at environment concerns.
Central to HP’s continual greening movement is a goal to reduce combined energy consumption by 20% by 2010. John Frey, chair of the company’s Environmental Strategy Council, discusses the company’s commitment to the environment.
Is it easy being green?
The green IT bandwagon has picked up steam of late, but HP says they’ve been in on it for years. Its hardware recycling programs, Dynamic Smart Cooling services, and even its Halo video conferencing tool, Halo, are aimed at environment concerns.
Central to HP’s continual greening movement is a goal to reduce combined energy consumption by 20% by 2010. John Frey, chair of the company’s Environmental Strategy Council, discusses the company’s commitment to the environment.
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June 25, 2007
Widgets while you work
SAP recently created a new business division to focus on the business users, bringing together many of the front-end products SAP has acquired. The tools are intended to help users display their enterprise data through simple online widgets.
IT Business Out Loud’s Shane Schick spoke to Doug Merrit, head of the new division, about why business users should be thinking Web 2.0.
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Widgets while you work
SAP recently created a new business division to focus on the business users, bringing together many of the front-end products SAP has acquired. The tools are intended to help users display their enterprise data through simple online widgets.
IT Business Out Loud’s Shane Schick spoke to Doug Merrit, head of the new division, about why business users should be thinking Web 2.0.
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June 18, 2007
Taking the plunge
Many companies are hesitant to embrace Web 2.0 technologies. One corporate blogger tells us why they shouldn’t be.
Taking the plunge
Many companies are hesitant to embrace Web 2.0 technologies. One corporate blogger tells us why they shouldn’t be.
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June 12, 2007
Spectrum analysis
The players are divided over whether to set aside spectrum in the upcoming AWS auction for new entrants
Spectrum analysis
The players are divided over whether to set aside spectrum in the upcoming AWS auction for new entrants
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May 17, 2007
Our virtual shoebox
E-mail is becoming more central to our family and social lives. A Waterloo professor discusses how and why
Our virtual shoebox
E-mail is becoming more central to our family and social lives. A Waterloo professor discusses how and why
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May 07, 2007
There’s no such thing as a free Internet connection
Municipal Wi-Fi . . . coming soon to a town near you (if you don’t have it already). But expect to pay. We take a look at the recent switch from free access to pay-per-use in the City of Toronto
There’s no such thing as a free Internet connection
Municipal Wi-Fi . . . coming soon to a town near you (if you don’t have it already). But expect to pay. We take a look at the recent switch from free access to pay-per-use in the City of Toronto
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April 24, 2007
Of Sun and sport …
Don Grantham played Premier Division football in the UK. Sun’s executive vice-president of global sales and services discusses what soccer taught him about business and the risks of Redshift.
Of Sun and sport …
Don Grantham played Premier Division football in the UK. Sun’s executive vice-president of global sales and services discusses what soccer taught him about business and the risks of Redshift.
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April 16, 2007
Conserving our white space
As TV broadcasters switch to digital transmission, radio spectrum is being freed up that, if left unlicensed, could be used for applications like broadband Internet
Conserving our white space
As TV broadcasters switch to digital transmission, radio spectrum is being freed up that, if left unlicensed, could be used for applications like broadband Internet
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March 27, 2007
Alias, by another name
The Toronto software firm was acquired by Autodesk in early 2006. After assimilating one year of corporate culture Alias alum, now Autodesk visionary, Tom Wujec reflects on what it’s like to be on the smaller side of an enterprise buyout
Alias, by another name
The Toronto software firm was acquired by Autodesk in early 2006. After assimilating one year of corporate culture Alias alum, now Autodesk visionary, Tom Wujec reflects on what it’s like to be on the smaller side of an enterprise buyout
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February 23, 2007
An agent of change
When a company's more than 330 years old, it's safe to say it's been through some changes. Technology-wise, a lot of that change has been in the last few years at the Hudson's Bay Co.
Darlene Goren, HBC's senior VP of IT, has been involved in much of that change. She spoke to Computing Canada's Shane Schick about the centres of excellence approach, setting priorities, 100-day plans and more.
An agent of change
When a company's more than 330 years old, it's safe to say it's been through some changes. Technology-wise, a lot of that change has been in the last few years at the Hudson's Bay Co.
Darlene Goren, HBC's senior VP of IT, has been involved in much of that change. She spoke to Computing Canada's Shane Schick about the centres of excellence approach, setting priorities, 100-day plans and more.
February 19, 2007
Hack your day
Gina Trapani discusses her new collection of productivity tricks called Lifehacker: 88 Tech Tricks to Turbocharge Your Day. Plus, one of the Canadian software engineers behind Google's new mobile e-mail platform.
Hack your day
Gina Trapani discusses her new collection of productivity tricks called Lifehacker: 88 Tech Tricks to Turbocharge Your Day. Plus, one of the Canadian software engineers behind Google's new mobile e-mail platform.
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February 12, 2007The Complete Idiot's Vista
The Complete Idiot's Vista
The author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Vista fills us in on some user basics, and RBC's vice-president of online strategy talks Web banking evolution
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February 5, 2007Meet the new boss
Meet the new boss
Novell Canada's new president talks about upcoming announcements from BrainShare, and Info Tech analyst Carmi Levi on the impact of Vista's consumer launch on the enterprise
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January 29, 2007
Editors' Roundtable: iPhone vs CES
Three go-to guys from the IT Business Group (Dave Webb, Shane Schick and Neil Sutton) debate Apple marketing, the Vista launch and security holes the size of the Grand Canyon
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January 22, 2007The DUMB drivers of Canada
The DUMB drivers of Canada
The IBC hits the virtual road in a car simulator tricked out with iPod, GPS, BlackBerry, the whole nine yards. The point? To show how much digital distractions interfere with your behaviour behind the wheel. Mark Yakabuski tells us about the DUMB car.
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January 15, 2007
The coolest product from CES
It's not the one you think. We spoke to Tech TV's Sean Carruthers about the gadgets to watch from the year's biggest electronics show
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January 8, 2007
Innovation made easy
Bernard Curtois, president of ITAC, tells host Shane Schick why the association backs Ontario's plan to foster innovation and promote research and development.
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December 18, 2006
Microsoft and Novell: Back in the saddle
The two companies outline a customer survey and explain why they are still friends. Also: a reseller tells us why open source in a closed environment isn't such a bad thing after all
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December 11, 2006Bob Young's second act
Bob Young's second act
The man who launched Red Hat brings his publishing-on-demand business to Canada and tells us why everybody's violating each other's patents.
Meanwhile, the president of SAP's product and technology group says, "Best-of-breed is dead, and Larry's bought the bodies."
Meanwhile, the president of SAP's product and technology group says, "Best-of-breed is dead, and Larry's bought the bodies."
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December 4, 2006A Very Vista Podcast
A Very Vista Podcast
Microsoft releases its Vista operating system for businesses, and IT Business Out Loud has coverage from the Toronto launch and a perspective from a Microsoft partner in its rapid deployment program.
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November 27, 2006Spotlight on Spam
Spotlight on Spam
Unsolicited commercial e-mail costs companies time, productivity and money.
We talk to the director of a documentary film about the problem and convene a mini-roundtable about "spam-baiting" -- the sport where users take spammers for a ride.
We talk to the director of a documentary film about the problem and convene a mini-roundtable about "spam-baiting" -- the sport where users take spammers for a ride.
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November 20, 2006Africa calls on mobile services to aid development
Africa calls on mobile services to aid development
Mobile technology and the Internet have experienced phenomenal growth in the developing countries, helping to narrow the digital divide. While Information and Communication Technology is no longer the "magic bullet" to solving world issues, it can play a key role in creating sustainable development.
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November 13, 2006
David S. Platt on Why Software Sucks
As a computer user, do ever feel, well, dumb? Veteran programmer and author David S. Plat says blame the developer, not yourself. His book, Why Software Sucks - And What You Can Do About It, indicts programmers for violating the most basic principle of application design: Know Thy User.
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November 6, 2006
A special report on Microsoft
Microsoft may hold the dominant position on the desktop, but it faces threats from open source in the enterprise, rivalry from Google online and a difficulty in attracting mid-sized customers.
Our weekly podcast features an insider's analysis of Microsoft's recent partnership with Novell, an exclusive interview with its mid-market executive and a look at Nicholas Carr's thoughts on Microsoft's future.
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Microsoft partners with Novell on open source issues
11/2/2006 In what they described as a bridge between two worlds, the companies said they will explore solutions around virtualization, document formats and systems management. HP and Goldman Sachs comment on the enterprise impact
When Ballmer met Suse
11/3/2006 what if MS had acknowledged that Linux actually works years ago?
MS says mid-size firms suffer 'middle child' syndrome in terms of IT
11/2/2006 Softcover book producer discusses how it balances resources and
strategy
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October 30, 2006
An Interview with Lionel Hurtubise
He's been a longtime chief executive of Ericsson Canada, a leader of CATA, CANARIE and many other Canadian IT organizations. This week, Lionel Hurtubise will be included to the Canadian Information Productivity Awards Hall of Fame to salut his lifetime achievements in the industry.
In the first of our weekly podcasts, ITBusiness.ca editor Shane Schick talks with Hurtubise about the changing face of the IT labour market, the role of IT associations and the promise and perils of mobile computing.
In the first of our weekly podcasts, ITBusiness.ca editor Shane Schick talks with Hurtubise about the changing face of the IT labour market, the role of IT associations and the promise and perils of mobile computing.
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November 12, 2008
Microsoft patches critical flaws in Internet Explorer
Two security updates for Windows address Microsoft’s XML Core Services used to render Web pages. Also, Facebook notes that mobile user base has grown to 15 million.
Microsoft patches critical flaws in Internet Explorer
Two security updates for Windows address Microsoft’s XML Core Services used to render Web pages. Also, Facebook notes that mobile user base has grown to 15 million.
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December 12, 2008
Steve Jobs to skip Macworld, raises health questions
The keynote speech delivered at next month’s Macworld conference will be delivered instead by Phlip Schiller, the company’s senior product marketing executive. Jobs appeared gaunt at a June conference.
Steve Jobs to skip Macworld, raises health questions
The keynote speech delivered at next month’s Macworld conference will be delivered instead by Phlip Schiller, the company’s senior product marketing executive. Jobs appeared gaunt at a June conference.
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