Chile asks those who have Net, phones to share[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:56:42 GMT ]The Chilean Red Cross is asking those who do have power and Internet service to share it with others following Saturday's 8.8-magnitude earthquake, which has left some with phone and Internet service, including wireless access to the Web.

Chile asks those who have Net, phones to share[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:56:42 GMT ]The Chilean Red Cross is asking those who do have power and Internet service to share it with others following Saturday's 8.8-magnitude earthquake, which has left some with phone and Internet service, including wireless access to the Web.

Updated tsunami warning system in action[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:18:15 GMT ]The tsunami alerts issued in the wake of Saturday's earthquake in Chile demonstrate how much more information is available about potential seismic threats, more than five years after the catastrophic Indian Ocean quake and tsunami.

Updated tsunami warning system in action[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:18:15 GMT ]The tsunami alerts issued in the wake of Saturday's earthquake in Chile demonstrate how much more information is available about potential seismic threats, more than five years after the catastrophic Indian Ocean quake and tsunami.

Scientists defend tsunami warning[ Sun, 28 Feb 2010 20:45:05 GMT ]The warning was ominous, its predictions dire: Oceanographers issued a bulletin telling Hawaii and other Pacific islands that a killer wave was heading their way with terrifying force and that "urgent action should be taken to protect lives and property."

Scientists defend tsunami warning[ Sun, 28 Feb 2010 20:45:05 GMT ]The warning was ominous, its predictions dire: Oceanographers issued a bulletin telling Hawaii and other Pacific islands that a killer wave was heading their way with terrifying force and that "urgent action should be taken to protect lives and property."

Massive head of pharaoh unearthed in Egypt[ Sun, 28 Feb 2010 21:35:17 GMT ]Archaeologists have unearthed a massive red granite head of one Egypt's most famous pharaohs who ruled nearly 3,400 years ago, the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities announced Sunday.

Massive head of pharaoh unearthed in Egypt[ Sun, 28 Feb 2010 21:35:17 GMT ]Archaeologists have unearthed a massive red granite head of one Egypt's most famous pharaohs who ruled nearly 3,400 years ago, the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities announced Sunday.

Big quake question: Are they getting worse?[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:54:18 GMT ]Chile's magnitude-8.8 earthquake isn't the biggest shocker that region has seen, but one seismologist says Earth seems to be more active than it was in the 1975-1995 time frame.

Big quake question: Are they getting worse?[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:54:18 GMT ]Chile's magnitude-8.8 earthquake isn't the biggest shocker that region has seen, but one seismologist says Earth seems to be more active than it was in the 1975-1995 time frame.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Quake similar to 2004 Indian Ocean temblor[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:04:05 GMT ]Scientists say the major earthquake that struck off the coast of Chile was a "megathrust" — similar to the 2004 Indian Ocean temblor that spawned a catastrophic tsunami.

Quake similar to 2004 Indian Ocean temblor[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:04:05 GMT ]Scientists say the major earthquake that struck off the coast of Chile was a "megathrust" — similar to the 2004 Indian Ocean temblor that spawned a catastrophic tsunami.

Mobile giving campaign underway for Chile[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:36:38 GMT ]Americans can once again use text messaging on their cell phones to donate money to relief efforts for Chile which experienced an magnitude-8.8 earthquake early Saturday.

Mobile giving campaign underway for Chile[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:36:38 GMT ]Americans can once again use text messaging on their cell phones to donate money to relief efforts for Chile which experienced an magnitude-8.8 earthquake early Saturday.

Chile communications still working for many[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:56:42 GMT ]Communications systems in Chile, a much more technologically advanced country than Haiti, are strained but still functioning for many in the wake of the earthquake.

Chile communications still working for many[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:56:42 GMT ]Communications systems in Chile, a much more technologically advanced country than Haiti, are strained but still functioning for many in the wake of the earthquake.

Updated tsunami warning system in action[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:18:15 GMT ]The tsunami alerts issued in the wake of Saturday's earthquake in Chile demonstrate how much more information is available about potential seismic threats, more than five years after the catastrophic Indian Ocean quake and tsunami.

Updated tsunami warning system in action[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:18:15 GMT ]The tsunami alerts issued in the wake of Saturday's earthquake in Chile demonstrate how much more information is available about potential seismic threats, more than five years after the catastrophic Indian Ocean quake and tsunami.

Big quake question: Are they getting worse?[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:54:18 GMT ]Chile's magnitude-8.8 earthquake isn't the biggest shocker that region has seen, but one seismologist says Earth seems to be more active than it was in the 1975-1995 time frame.

Gold medal run for U.S. bobsled (photos)[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:30:49 PST ]The USA-1 team celebrates an victory in the four-man competition, garnering the first bobsled gold for the U.S. since 1948.

Holcomb, 'Night Train' team collect bobsled gold[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:12:00 PST ]After winning the U.S.' first gold medal in bobsled in 62 years, the team got down and boogied in Whistler.

Tech makes Olympic-size jump in Vancouver[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:12:00 PST ]roundup At what some have dubbed the first Twitter Games, CNET looks at the many ways tech is changing the world's largest sporting event.

Bloom Energy tech 'not unique,' analyst says[ Sun, 28 Feb 2010 06:00:00 PST ]Sam Jaffe of IDC Energy Insights argues that the ballyhooed Bloom boxes aren't so different from what other fuel cell makers have, and is expensive to boot.

Big quake question: Are they getting worse?[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:54:18 GMT ]Chile's magnitude-8.8 earthquake isn't the biggest shocker that region has seen, but one seismologist says Earth seems to be more active than it was in the 1975-1995 time frame.

Apple cites suppliers for violations[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:36:07 PST ]In 2009, Apple turned up a handful of instances of suppliers hiring underage workers and using uncertified companies to dispose of hazardous waste.

Apple cites suppliers for violations[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:36:07 PST ]In 2009, Apple turned up a handful of instances of suppliers hiring underage workers and using uncertified companies to dispose of hazardous waste.

Holcomb, 'Night Train' team collect bobsled gold[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:12:00 PST ]After winning the U.S.' first gold medal in bobsled in 62 years, the team got down and boogied in Whistler.

Tech makes Olympic-size jump in Vancouver[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:12:00 PST ]roundup At what some have dubbed the first Twitter Games, CNET looks at the many ways tech is changing the world's largest sporting event.

Gold medal run for U.S. bobsled (photos)[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:30:49 PST ]The USA-1 team celebrates an victory in the four-man competition, garnering the first bobsled gold for the U.S. since 1948.

Bloom Energy tech 'not unique,' analyst says[ Sun, 28 Feb 2010 06:00:00 PST ]Sam Jaffe of IDC Energy Insights argues that the ballyhooed Bloom boxes aren't so different from what other fuel cell makers have, and is expensive to boot.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:44 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:44 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Mobile giving campaign underway for Chile[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:36:38 GMT ]Americans can once again use text messaging on their cell phones to donate money to relief efforts for Chile which experienced an magnitude-8.8 earthquake early Saturday.

Quake similar to 2004 Indian Ocean temblor[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:04:05 GMT ]Scientists say the major earthquake that struck off the coast of Chile was a "megathrust" — similar to the 2004 Indian Ocean temblor that spawned a catastrophic tsunami.

Quake similar to 2004 Indian Ocean temblor[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:04:05 GMT ]Scientists say the major earthquake that struck off the coast of Chile was a "megathrust" — similar to the 2004 Indian Ocean temblor that spawned a catastrophic tsunami.

Mobile giving campaign underway for Chile[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:36:38 GMT ]Americans can once again use text messaging on their cell phones to donate money to relief efforts for Chile which experienced an magnitude-8.8 earthquake early Saturday.

Chile communications still working for many[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:56:42 GMT ]Communications systems in Chile, a much more technologically advanced country than Haiti, are strained but still functioning for many in the wake of the earthquake.

Chile communications still working for many[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:56:42 GMT ]Communications systems in Chile, a much more technologically advanced country than Haiti, are strained but still functioning for many in the wake of the earthquake.

Updated tsunami warning system in action[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:18:15 GMT ]The tsunami alerts issued in the wake of Saturday's earthquake in Chile demonstrate how much more information is available about potential seismic threats, more than five years after the catastrophic Indian Ocean quake and tsunami.

Updated tsunami warning system in action[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:18:15 GMT ]The tsunami alerts issued in the wake of Saturday's earthquake in Chile demonstrate how much more information is available about potential seismic threats, more than five years after the catastrophic Indian Ocean quake and tsunami.

Big quake question: Are they getting worse?[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:54:18 GMT ]Chile's magnitude-8.8 earthquake isn't the biggest shocker that region has seen, but one seismologist says Earth seems to be more active than it was in the 1975-1995 time frame.

Victory is golden for techie bobsledder[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:36:00 PST ]Steven Holcomb, pilot of the four-man U.S. bobsled, and his teammates relish winning a gold medal in Vancouver.

Big quake question: Are they getting worse?[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:54:18 GMT ]Chile's magnitude-8.8 earthquake isn't the biggest shocker that region has seen, but one seismologist says Earth seems to be more active than it was in the 1975-1995 time frame.

Victory is golden for techie bobsledder[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:36:00 PST ]Steven Holcomb, pilot of the four-man U.S. bobsled, and his teammates relish winning a gold medal in Vancouver.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:44 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Pentagon revises social networking policy[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:18:52 GMT ]Everyone from troops in the field to the highest brass and civilian leaders will be allowed to Twitter, blog and use social networking sites on the military's non-classified computer network, the Pentagon says.

Pentagon revises social networking policy[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:18:52 GMT ]Everyone from troops in the field to the highest brass and civilian leaders will be allowed to Twitter, blog and use social networking sites on the military's non-classified computer network, the Pentagon says.

Microsoft’s ‘spy guide’ — what you should know[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:55:32 GMT ]Cryptome site is taken down after releasing Microsoft's criminal compliance handbook, which details what user data the company has, keeps and can relinquish to law enforcement.Â

Microsoft’s ‘spy guide’ — what you should know[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:55:32 GMT ]Cryptome site is taken down after releasing Microsoft's criminal compliance handbook, which details what user data the company has, keeps and can relinquish to law enforcement.Â

Could Facebook feed patent hurt social media?[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:03:20 GMT ]There are some who see Facebook's new patent on "implicit feed stories" as a threat to many popular social network sites, many of which use a newsfeed feature.

Could Facebook feed patent hurt social media?[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:03:20 GMT ]There are some who see Facebook's new patent on "implicit feed stories" as a threat to many popular social network sites, many of which use a newsfeed feature.

Video game sex that's sexy, not sophomoric[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:45:51 GMT ]BioWare has integrated romantic and sexual relationships into its two latest games in a manner that is deft, daring and adult … and gaming is far better for it.

Video game sex that's sexy, not sophomoric[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:45:51 GMT ]BioWare has integrated romantic and sexual relationships into its two latest games in a manner that is deft, daring and adult … and gaming is far better for it.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:00:00 PST ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the 2010 Audi A3 2.0 TDI, Moxi HD DVR, and the Sony HDR-CX500V.

BeBionic hand easy on eggs, tough on Coke cans[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:48:00 PST ]The prosthetic hand plays Jenga and the keyboard, and comes with Power Grip skills. But can it wield a light saber as in "The Empire Strikes Back"?

U.K. bill would 'outlaw open Wi-Fi'[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:18:08 PST ]Expert on Internet law says copyright provisions in Digital Economy Bill would put the kibosh on public Wi-Fi for small businesses and pose problems for libraries and universities.

Cosmic Log: Saturn’s moons in 3-D[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:28:07 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: As the Cassini orbiter whirls past Saturn and its moons, it's racking up a growing inventory of cool imagery — including thrilling 3-D views.

Cosmic Log: Saturn’s moons in 3-D[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:28:07 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: As the Cassini orbiter whirls past Saturn and its moons, it's racking up a growing inventory of cool imagery — including thrilling 3-D views.

Google develops prototype mirror for solar energy[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:58:54 PST ]New technology could cut by half the cost of building a solar thermal plant, the company's green energy czar said on Friday.

Google develops prototype mirror for solar energy[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:58:54 PST ]New technology could cut by half the cost of building a solar thermal plant, the company's green energy czar said on Friday.

New Opera beta for Mac finally drops[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:38:00 PST ]Opera's latest beta browser is available to the public for download now, and it's clear that the Norwegian browser publisher is trying to make inroads on OS X.

New Opera beta for Mac finally drops[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:38:00 PST ]Opera's latest beta browser is available to the public for download now, and it's clear that the Norwegian browser publisher is trying to make inroads on OS X.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:00:00 PST ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the 2010 Audi A3 2.0 TDI, Moxi HD DVR, and the Sony HDR-CX500V.

U.K. bill would 'outlaw open Wi-Fi'[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:18:08 PST ]Expert on Internet law says copyright provisions in Digital Economy Bill would put the kibosh on public Wi-Fi for small businesses and pose problems for libraries and universities.

BeBionic hand easy on eggs, tough on Coke cans[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:48:00 PST ]The prosthetic hand plays Jenga and the keyboard, and comes with Power Grip skills. But can it wield a light saber as in "The Empire Strikes Back"?

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:44 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:44 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Cosmic Log: Saturn’s moons in 3-D[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:28:07 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: As the Cassini orbiter whirls past Saturn and its moons, it's racking up a growing inventory of cool imagery — including thrilling 3-D views.

Video game sex that's sexy, not sophomoric[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:45:51 GMT ]BioWare has integrated romantic and sexual relationships into its two latest games in a manner that is deft, daring and adult … and gaming is far better for it.

Pentagon revises social networking policy[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:18:52 GMT ]Everyone from troops in the field to the highest brass and civilian leaders will be allowed to Twitter, blog and use social networking sites on the military's non-classified computer network, the Pentagon says.

Pentagon revises social networking policy[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:18:52 GMT ]Everyone from troops in the field to the highest brass and civilian leaders will be allowed to Twitter, blog and use social networking sites on the military's non-classified computer network, the Pentagon says.

Microsoft’s ‘spy guide’ — what you should know[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:55:32 GMT ]Cryptome site is taken down after releasing Microsoft's criminal compliance handbook, which details what user data the company has, keeps and can relinquish to law enforcement.Â

Microsoft’s ‘spy guide’ — what you should know[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:55:32 GMT ]Cryptome site is taken down after releasing Microsoft's criminal compliance handbook, which details what user data the company has, keeps and can relinquish to law enforcement.Â

Could Facebook feed patent hurt social media?[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:03:20 GMT ]There are some who see Facebook's new patent on "implicit feed stories" as a threat to many popular social network sites, many of which use a newsfeed feature.

Could Facebook feed patent hurt social media?[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:03:20 GMT ]There are some who see Facebook's new patent on "implicit feed stories" as a threat to many popular social network sites, many of which use a newsfeed feature.

Video game sex that's sexy, not sophomoric[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:45:51 GMT ]BioWare has integrated romantic and sexual relationships into its two latest games in a manner that is deft, daring and adult … and gaming is far better for it.

Cosmic Log: Saturn’s moons in 3-D[ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:28:07 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: As the Cassini orbiter whirls past Saturn and its moons, it's racking up a growing inventory of cool imagery — including thrilling 3-D views.

Reporters' Roundtable Podcast: ILM on the future of visual effects[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:54:00 PST ]With the Academy Awards a little more than a week away, this show is about one of the awards categories: visual effects. We talk with Russell Earl of ILM and CNET's Daniel Terdiman.

Reporters' Roundtable Podcast: ILM on the future of visual effects[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:54:00 PST ]With the Academy Awards a little more than a week away, this show is about one of the awards categories: visual effects. We talk with Russell Earl of ILM and CNET's Daniel Terdiman.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:28:35 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Veil lifts slightly on Blue Origin rocket project[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:12:11 GMT ]For all the shake, rattle and roll that a rocket emits on takeoff, the secretive private rocket firm Blue Origin is still keeping quiet even as new details are emerging regarding its new vertical launch and landing rocket.

Facebook e-mails go to wrong inboxes[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:34:13 GMT ]Facebook inadvertently routed e-mails to the wrong addresses Wednesday night, a problem the social networking site said was quickly resolved, but not before the messages landed in the inboxes of strangers.

Students suspended for Facebook pranks[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:46:33 GMT ]Australia's prime minister said Friday he would consider appointing an online ombudsman to investigate complaints about Internet bullying after a string of incidents on social network sites.

10 questions about the Bloom Energy Server[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:10:45 GMT ]It appears the much-hyped Silicon Valley startup's "Energy Server" shows a lot of promise, but is the box too good to be true?

Veil lifts slightly on Blue Origin rocket project[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:12:11 GMT ]For all the shake, rattle and roll that a rocket emits on takeoff, the secretive private rocket firm Blue Origin is still keeping quiet even as new details are emerging regarding its new vertical launch and landing rocket.

Facebook e-mails go to wrong inboxes[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:34:13 GMT ]Facebook inadvertently routed e-mails to the wrong addresses Wednesday night, a problem the social networking site said was quickly resolved, but not before the messages landed in the inboxes of strangers.

Students suspended for Facebook pranks[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:46:33 GMT ]Australia's prime minister said Friday he would consider appointing an online ombudsman to investigate complaints about Internet bullying after a string of incidents on social network sites.

10 questions about the Bloom Energy Server[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:10:45 GMT ]It appears the much-hyped Silicon Valley startup's "Energy Server" shows a lot of promise, but is the box too good to be true?

Virgin Media to offer 100 Mbps broadband[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:12:56 PST ]Virgin Media said it plans to offer a 100 Mbps broadband service to consumers in the U.K. by the end of 2010.

Video game sex that's sexy, not sophomoric[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:45:51 GMT ]BioWare has integrated romantic and sexual relationships into its two latest games in a manner that is deft, daring and adult … and gaming is far better for it.

Smutty Twitter scam snares U.K. cabinet minister[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:24:00 PST ]Ed Miliband, the country's secretary of state for energy, was one of many Twitter users to embarrassingly have his account hijacked and his contacts informed that he's been having great sex recently.

Former Pirate Bay bidder is back[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:53:00 PST ]Hans Pandeya, who stirred controversy when he attempted to buy the Pirate Bay last year, says he has "secret plans" for digital media.

Video game sex that's sexy, not sophomoric[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:45:51 GMT ]BioWare has integrated romantic and sexual relationships into its two latest games in a manner that is deft, daring and adult … and gaming is far better for it.

Antipiracy provision in treaty riles EU[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:49:00 PST ]EU's executive arm vows to make sure a global anti-counterfeiting treaty won't force countries to disconnect people for illegally downloading copyrighted content.

Antipiracy provision in treaty riles EU[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:49:00 PST ]EU's executive arm vows to make sure a global anti-counterfeiting treaty won't force countries to disconnect people for illegally downloading copyrighted content.

Former Pirate Bay bidder is back[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:53:00 PST ]Hans Pandeya, who stirred controversy when he attempted to buy the Pirate Bay last year, says he has "secret plans" for digital media.

Virgin Media to offer 100 Mbps broadband[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:12:56 PST ]Virgin Media said it plans to offer a 100 Mbps broadband service to consumers in the U.K. by the end of 2010.

Smutty Twitter scam snares U.K. cabinet minister[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:24:00 PST ]Ed Miliband, the country's secretary of state for energy, was one of many Twitter users to embarrassingly have his account hijacked and his contacts informed that he's been having great sex recently.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:44 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Cablevision to test PC-to-TV service[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:38:00 PST ]Cable provider will begin testing a service called PC to TV Media Relay that's designed to let customers watch content from their computers on their TVs.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:24:52 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Cablevision to test PC-to-TV service[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:38:00 PST ]Cable provider will begin testing a service called PC to TV Media Relay that's designed to let customers watch content from their computers on their TVs.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:44 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Opinion: Spy cameras won't make us safer[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:06:34 EST ]On January 19, a team of at least 15 people assassinated Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Mabhouh. Dubai police released video footage of 11 of them. Although it was obviously a very professional operation, the 27 minutes of video is fascinating in its banality.

Time for Apple to get serious about video[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:24:52 EST ]Netflix is cruising. The cable guys are catching on. Wal-Mart just rumbled in.

Facebook's news-feed patent could mean lawsuits[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:24:16 EST ]Facebook this week was awarded a patent pertaining to streaming "feed" technology -- more specifically, "dynamically providing a news feed about a user of a social network," complementing another patent filing that has been published but not yet approved.

Origami boosts solar panel productivity[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 02:01:19 GMT ]3-D solar panels could in principle absorb more light and generate more power than a flat panel of the same area footprint, which could be useful when available space is limited.

AT&T tops in PCWorld’s 3G wireless testing[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:01:16 GMT ]AT&T says it has worked hard to improve its much-maligned third-generation (3G) network over the last eight months,  and the results of PCWorld's latest 13-city, 3G network performance tests suggest that the network has indeed undergone a drastic makeover.

Orcas regularly involved in deaths of trainers[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:55:20 GMT ]The death of trainer Dawn Brancheau at SeaWorld Adventure Park in Orlando, Florida at the hands of Tilikum, one of the largest killer whales in captivity, was a shocking, terrible tragedy. There are no words for her family and loved ones, whose loss is beyond measure.

Origami boosts solar panel productivity[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 02:01:19 GMT ]3-D solar panels could in principle absorb more light and generate more power than a flat panel of the same area footprint, which could be useful when available space is limited.

Whale trainer death tied to mating, isolation[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:01:33 GMT ]Tilikum, the male killer whale that fatally injured trainer Dawn Brancheau in front of a stunned audience at SeaWorld in Orlando on Wednesday, was a breeding "stud" often housed in isolation.

Whale trainer death tied to mating, isolation[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:01:33 GMT ]Tilikum, the male killer whale that fatally injured trainer Dawn Brancheau in front of a stunned audience at SeaWorld in Orlando on Wednesday, was a breeding "stud" often housed in isolation.

Orcas regularly involved in deaths of trainers[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:55:20 GMT ]The death of trainer Dawn Brancheau at SeaWorld Adventure Park in Orlando, Florida at the hands of Tilikum, one of the largest killer whales in captivity, was a shocking, terrible tragedy. There are no words for her family and loved ones, whose loss is beyond measure.

AT&T tops in PCWorld’s 3G wireless testing[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:01:16 GMT ]AT&T says it has worked hard to improve its much-maligned third-generation (3G) network over the last eight months,  and the results of PCWorld's latest 13-city, 3G network performance tests suggest that the network has indeed undergone a drastic makeover.

Cosmic Log: Inside the mind of a ‘killer whale’[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:12:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Dolphins — including "killer whales," which are more properly called orcas — rank among the most intelligent species on the planet. So what was that orca thinking when he dragged his trainer into the water and killed her?

Key senators do not see climate bill in 2010[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:49:36 PST ]Obama administration and other lawmakers are still hoping to pass a law that puts a price on carbon emissions. But senators interviewed by Reuters are more pessimistic.

Cosmic Log: Inside the mind of a ‘killer whale’[ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:12:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Dolphins — including "killer whales," which are more properly called orcas — rank among the most intelligent species on the planet. So what was that orca thinking when he dragged his trainer into the water and killed her?

Key senators do not see climate bill in 2010[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:49:36 PST ]Obama administration and other lawmakers are still hoping to pass a law that puts a price on carbon emissions. But senators interviewed by Reuters are more pessimistic.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Rivals readying their iPad competitors[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:54:52 EST ]It turns out Apple isn't the only company readying a touch-screen tablet computer.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:41:19 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Rivals readying their iPad competitors[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:54:52 EST ]It turns out Apple isn't the only company readying a touch-screen tablet computer.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:41:19 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Dell's tablet gunning for Apple's iPad[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:09:29 EST ]Say the words "tablet computer" and ten bucks says it's Apple's iPad that springs to mind. But that doesn't mean other companies aren't busy building their own version of a touch-enabled, multimedia-sporting, slab of portable computing goodness.

Cosmic Log: Bringing back Mars life[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:54:19 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Fifty years after NASA began grappling with the idea of life beyond Earth, it's in the midst of planning missions to bring potential traces of Martian life back to Earth ... again.

Cosmic Log: Bringing back Mars life[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:54:19 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Fifty years after NASA began grappling with the idea of life beyond Earth, it's in the midst of planning missions to bring potential traces of Martian life back to Earth ... again.

Facebook urged to act after memorials defaced[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:18:04 GMT ]Cyber attacks on Facebook pages set up to pay tribute to two murdered Australian children has prompted calls for the social networking site to be more accountable for its users.

Facebook urged to act after memorials defaced[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:18:04 GMT ]Cyber attacks on Facebook pages set up to pay tribute to two murdered Australian children has prompted calls for the social networking site to be more accountable for its users.

China's military warns U.S., denies hacking[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:39:34 GMT ]China's military warned the United States on Thursday to "speak and act cautiously" to avoid reigniting tensions between the two powers, denying the People's Liberation Army played a part in Internet hacking.

China's military warns U.S., denies hacking[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:39:34 GMT ]China's military warned the United States on Thursday to "speak and act cautiously" to avoid reigniting tensions between the two powers, denying the People's Liberation Army played a part in Internet hacking.

Orcas regularly involved in deaths of trainers[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:55:20 GMT ]The death of trainer Dawn Brancheau at SeaWorld Adventure Park in Orlando, Florida at the hands of Tilikum, one of the largest killer whales in captivity, was a shocking, terrible tragedy. There are no words for her family and loved ones, whose loss is beyond measure.

Orcas regularly involved in deaths of trainers[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:55:20 GMT ]The death of trainer Dawn Brancheau at SeaWorld Adventure Park in Orlando, Florida at the hands of Tilikum, one of the largest killer whales in captivity, was a shocking, terrible tragedy. There are no words for her family and loved ones, whose loss is beyond measure.

AT&T tops in PCWorld’s 3G wireless testing[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:01:16 GMT ]AT&T says it has worked hard to improve its much-maligned third-generation (3G) network over the last eight months,  and the results of PCWorld's latest 13-city, 3G network performance tests suggest that the network has indeed undergone a drastic makeover.

AT&T tops in PCWorld’s 3G wireless testing[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:01:16 GMT ]AT&T says it has worked hard to improve its much-maligned third-generation (3G) network over the last eight months,  and the results of PCWorld's latest 13-city, 3G network performance tests suggest that the network has indeed undergone a drastic makeover.

With legal nod, Microsoft ambushes Waledac botnet[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:39:00 PST ]With a restraining order in hand, Microsoft is working to take down the spambot, which has infected hundreds of thousands of PCs worldwide.

With legal nod, Microsoft ambushes Waledac botnet[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:39:00 PST ]With a restraining order in hand, Microsoft is working to take down the spambot, which has infected hundreds of thousands of PCs worldwide.

Pandora spurs music sales; Spotify not so much[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:39:00 PST ]Web radio services such as Pandora lead to a 41 percent increase in paid downloads, NPD says. On-demand music services, by contrast, lead to a 13 percent decrease.

Pandora spurs music sales; Spotify not so much[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:39:00 PST ]Web radio services such as Pandora lead to a 41 percent increase in paid downloads, NPD says. On-demand music services, by contrast, lead to a 13 percent decrease.

Palm's revenue to be 'well below' forecasts[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:45:34 PST ]Consumers apparently aren't exactly flocking to buy Palm's smartphones, and that's going to hit the company where it hurts.

Palm's revenue to be 'well below' forecasts[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:45:34 PST ]Consumers apparently aren't exactly flocking to buy Palm's smartphones, and that's going to hit the company where it hurts.

T-Mobile boosts prepaid market, loses subscribers[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:18:00 PST ]Carrier saw strong growth in the prepaid cell phone market for the fourth quarter, though it continued to lose valuable contract customers.

T-Mobile boosts prepaid market, loses subscribers[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:18:00 PST ]Carrier saw strong growth in the prepaid cell phone market for the fourth quarter, though it continued to lose valuable contract customers.

Sexting 101[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:49:14 PST ]Microsoft launches a security update that not everyone's happy with, the Nintendo DS is about to become an e-reader, and LG wants to teach your parents about sexting.

Sexting 101[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:49:14 PST ]Microsoft launches a security update that not everyone's happy with, the Nintendo DS is about to become an e-reader, and LG wants to teach your parents about sexting.

Virtual meetups spark real fitness[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:14:31 EST ]Becki Coats was embarrassed, so embarrassed that she didn't want to show pictures of herself with her new grandchild.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:24:55 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Virtual meetups spark real fitness[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:14:31 EST ]Becki Coats was embarrassed, so embarrassed that she didn't want to show pictures of herself with her new grandchild.

Who will switch to mobile TV?[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:07:52 EST ]It was a record-breaking performance that slowed taxi traffic across Seoul on Wednesday when figure-skating darling Kim Yu-na took to the ice in Vancouver at the Winter Olympic Games.

Who will switch to mobile TV?[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:07:52 EST ]It was a record-breaking performance that slowed taxi traffic across Seoul on Wednesday when figure-skating darling Kim Yu-na took to the ice in Vancouver at the Winter Olympic Games.

Trek to gauge carbon's impact on Arctic[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:06:44 EST ]Two teams of explorers and scientists are on their way to the Arctic for the first international project to measure the amount of carbon dioxide in water beneath the ice.

Trek to gauge carbon's impact on Arctic[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:06:44 EST ]Two teams of explorers and scientists are on their way to the Arctic for the first international project to measure the amount of carbon dioxide in water beneath the ice.

Rivals readying their iPad competitors[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:54:52 EST ]It turns out Apple isn't the only company readying a touch-screen tablet computer.

Rivals readying their iPad competitors[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:54:52 EST ]It turns out Apple isn't the only company readying a touch-screen tablet computer.

Gmail holds 'graduations' and 'funerals'[ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:24:55 EST ]Mark Knichel's e-mail in-box is a funky grid of color.

Cosmic Log: Bringing back Mars life[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:54:19 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Fifty years after NASA began grappling with the idea of life beyond Earth, it's in the midst of planning missions to bring potential traces of Martian life back to Earth ... again.

Scientists pinpoint origins of little dogs[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:29:18 GMT ]Small dogs the world over can all trace their ancestry back to the Middle East, where the first diminutive canines emerged more than 12,000 years ago.

Scientists pinpoint origins of little dogs[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:29:18 GMT ]Small dogs the world over can all trace their ancestry back to the Middle East, where the first diminutive canines emerged more than 12,000 years ago.

Video: ‘Halo’ anime is for the fans[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:13:13 GMT ]Seven stories from the “Halo” universe form the new anime anthology “Halo Legends”. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck give it a 7 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

Video: ‘Halo’ anime is for the fans[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:13:13 GMT ]Seven stories from the “Halo” universe form the new anime anthology “Halo Legends”. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck give it a 7 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

How to win prizes on Twitter[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:58:19 GMT ]Twitter giveaways are like the lottery, only your odds of winning are dramatically higher, and you can enter as many contests as you want without spending a dime.

How to win prizes on Twitter[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:58:19 GMT ]Twitter giveaways are like the lottery, only your odds of winning are dramatically higher, and you can enter as many contests as you want without spending a dime.

‘Millennials’ an always on, texting generation[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:58:56 GMT ]"Millennials," the generation born after 1980, bring their cell phones to bed with them, admit to texting while driving and are almost certain to have a profile on social networking sites, according to a new Pew Research Center study.

‘Millennials’ an always on, texting generation[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:58:56 GMT ]"Millennials," the generation born after 1980, bring their cell phones to bed with them, admit to texting while driving and are almost certain to have a profile on social networking sites, according to a new Pew Research Center study.

Cosmic Log: Bringing back Mars life[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:54:19 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Fifty years after NASA began grappling with the idea of life beyond Earth, it's in the midst of planning missions to bring potential traces of Martian life back to Earth ... again.

Bloom Energy unveils the Bloom Energy Server[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:55:35 PST ]Start-up Bloom Energy debuts its fuel cell technology, along with plans to bring it to market, starting with large businesses like Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola.

EA CFO says next-gen consoles aren't necessary yet[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:28:00 PST ]Electronic Arts CFO Eric Brown spoke at a conference recently where he said that the need for new game consoles just aren't there.

EA CFO says next-gen consoles aren't necessary yet[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:28:00 PST ]Electronic Arts CFO Eric Brown spoke at a conference recently where he said that the need for new game consoles just aren't there.

New Opera 10.50 beta aims to surpass Chrome[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:39:00 PST ]The latest beta of Opera makes improvements to its much-discussed new JavaScript engine, and indicates that the Norwegian browser publisher intends on remaining competitive.

New Opera 10.50 beta aims to surpass Chrome[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:39:00 PST ]The latest beta of Opera makes improvements to its much-discussed new JavaScript engine, and indicates that the Norwegian browser publisher intends on remaining competitive.

Bloom Energy unveils the Bloom Energy Server[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:55:35 PST ]Start-up Bloom Energy debuts its fuel cell technology, along with plans to bring it to market, starting with large businesses like Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola.

The story behind Google's doodles[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:47:22 EST ]Ever wonder who designs those illustrations that transform the Google.com logo on holidays and other special occasions such as the Vancouver Winter Olympics? The lead artist talks about the process.

The story behind Google's doodles[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:47:22 EST ]Ever wonder who designs those illustrations that transform the Google.com logo on holidays and other special occasions such as the Vancouver Winter Olympics? The lead artist talks about the process.

Cosmic Log: Are we missing E.T.’s call?[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:06:16 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Scientists have been keeping watch for alien signals for 50 years, but haven't heard anything. Why? Maybe we just haven't been looking long enough ... or maybe we're totally missed signals that are being transmitted in a way we didn't expect.

ChatRoulette: Take a spin on the video chat site[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:29:00 GMT ]You’ll be hearing a lot about ChatRoulette in the coming weeks as media types and child protection groups debate the site’s place on the Internet. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll want to try it.

Google execs convicted of privacy violations[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:36:17 GMT ]Three Google executives are convicted of privacy violations in allowing a video of an autistic boy being abused to be posted online.

Video: ‘Halo Legends’ is for the fans[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:13:13 GMT ]Seven stories from the “Halo” universe form this new anime anthology. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck give it a 7 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

ChatRoulette: Take a spin on the video chat site[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:29:00 GMT ]You’ll be hearing a lot about ChatRoulette in the coming weeks as media types and child protection groups debate the site’s place on the Internet. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll want to try it.

Cosmic Log: Are we missing E.T.’s call?[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:06:16 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Scientists have been keeping watch for alien signals for 50 years, but haven't heard anything. Why? Maybe we just haven't been looking long enough ... or maybe we're totally missed signals that are being transmitted in a way we didn't expect.

Google execs convicted of privacy violations[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:36:17 GMT ]Three Google executives are convicted of privacy violations in allowing a video of an autistic boy being abused to be posted online.

Video: ‘Halo Legends’ is for the fans[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:13:13 GMT ]Seven stories from the “Halo” universe form this new anime anthology. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck give it a 7 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

‘Millennials’ an always on, texting generation[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:58:56 GMT ]"Millennials," the generation born after 1980, bring their cell phones to bed with them, admit to texting while driving and are almost certain to have a profile on social networking sites, according to a new Pew Research Center study.

USB for lunch[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:02:05 PST ]Yahoo adds Twitter feeds to search, Hulu is about to launch original programming, and how to keep your lunch warm with your USB ports.

Google nixing Nexus One event in Beijing?[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:24:00 PST ]The smartphone road show will stop in Hong Kong and Taiwan, but an event in Beijing has reportedly been canceled--though Google hasn't confirmed or denied this yet.

Clearwire adds more subs, cuts losses[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:57:24 PST ]Clearwire is adding more subscribers as it expands its network, which is helping it grow revenue and narrow its losses.

Live blog: Bloom Box press conference[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:30:00 PST ]The company says its Bloom Box will deliver ample amounts of power in a small package--and change people's dependency on traditional power grids.

‘Millennials’ an always on, texting generation[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:58:56 GMT ]"Millennials," the generation born after 1980, bring their cell phones to bed with them, admit to texting while driving and are almost certain to have a profile on social networking sites, according to a new Pew Research Center study.

USB for lunch[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:02:05 PST ]Yahoo adds Twitter feeds to search, Hulu is about to launch original programming, and how to keep your lunch warm with your USB ports.

Google nixing Nexus One event in Beijing?[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:24:00 PST ]The smartphone road show will stop in Hong Kong and Taiwan, but an event in Beijing has reportedly been canceled--though Google hasn't confirmed or denied this yet.

On Catroulette, a Brooklyn cat entertains Chatroulette[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:29:16 PST ]Duck, the cat belonging to music professionals Becca Laurie and Andy Silva, has attracted more than 70,000 visitors to a site filled with screens shots of her hanging out on Chatroulette.

On Catroulette, a Brooklyn cat entertains Chatroulette[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:29:16 PST ]Duck, the cat belonging to music professionals Becca Laurie and Andy Silva, has attracted more than 70,000 visitors to a site filled with screens shots of her hanging out on Chatroulette.

Live blog: Bloom Box press conference[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:30:00 PST ]The company says its Bloom Box will deliver ample amounts of power in a small package--and change people's dependency on traditional power grids.

Clearwire adds more subs, cuts losses[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:57:24 PST ]Clearwire is adding more subscribers as it expands its network, which is helping it grow revenue and narrow its losses.

Harnessing the power of the ocean[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 07:02:23 EST ]Producing electricity using the power of the oceans could start a new wave in renewable energy. But some fear that "wave farms" could damage the livelihoods of fishermen by rendering coastal waters off limits.

Surf's up for Hawaii's hydro-power[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:20:03 EST ]

Yahoo! and Twitter strike content-sharing deal[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:15:46 EST ]Yahoo! and the micro-blogging site Twitter have struck a content-sharing deal, they announced Wednesday -- a plan that will share real-time tweets with the 600 million users in Yahoo's global network.

Harnessing the power of the ocean[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 07:02:23 EST ]Producing electricity using the power of the oceans could start a new wave in renewable energy. But some fear that "wave farms" could damage the livelihoods of fishermen by rendering coastal waters off limits.

Surf's up for Hawaii's hydro-power[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:20:03 EST ]

4chan founder defends anonymity[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:07:25 EST ]At 15, Christopher Poole started a Web site that has become one of the seedier, darker corners of the Internet.

4chan founder defends anonymity[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:07:25 EST ]At 15, Christopher Poole started a Web site that has become one of the seedier, darker corners of the Internet.

Yahoo! and Twitter strike content-sharing deal[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:15:46 EST ]Yahoo! and the micro-blogging site Twitter have struck a content-sharing deal, they announced Wednesday -- a plan that will share real-time tweets with the 600 million users in Yahoo's global network.

For Google, doodles are oodles of fun[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:29:51 EST ]Ever wonder who designs those illustrations that transform the Google.com logo on holidays and other special occasions such as the Vancouver Winter Olympics? The lead artist talks about the process.

For Google, doodles are oodles of fun[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:29:51 EST ]Ever wonder who designs those illustrations that transform the Google.com logo on holidays and other special occasions such as the Vancouver Winter Olympics? The lead artist talks about the process.

How to apologize after spreading spam[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:04:51 GMT ]Love may mean never having to say you're sorry, but not so with certain vicious kinds of spam that can lead to compromised online accounts, especially on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook, where more and more of us are congregating these days.

Video: ‘Aliens Vs. Predator’ flawed but fun[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:00:45 GMT ]The predator, the alien, and the marine are all back for another extra-terrestial gorefest. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck gives it a 8 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

Tiger's tunes: Apology lives online in mashups[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:36:32 GMT ]Tiger Woods may not know it, but he's singing a new tune.

Tiger's tunes: Apology lives online in mashups[ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:36:32 GMT ]Tiger Woods may not know it, but he's singing a new tune.

How to apologize after spreading spam[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:04:51 GMT ]Love may mean never having to say you're sorry, but not so with certain vicious kinds of spam that can lead to compromised online accounts, especially on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook, where more and more of us are congregating these days.

Video: ‘Aliens Vs. Predator’ flawed but fun[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:00:45 GMT ]The predator, the alien, and the marine are all back for another extra-terrestial gorefest. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck gives it a 8 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

ChatRoulette: Take a spin on the video chat site[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:29:00 GMT ]You’ll be hearing a lot about ChatRoulette in the coming weeks as media types and child protection groups debate the site’s place on the Internet. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll want to try it.

ChatRoulette: Take a spin on the video chat site[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:29:00 GMT ]You’ll be hearing a lot about ChatRoulette in the coming weeks as media types and child protection groups debate the site’s place on the Internet. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll want to try it.

Cosmic Log: Are we missing E.T.’s call?[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:06:16 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Scientists have been keeping watch for alien signals for 50 years, but haven't heard anything. Why? Maybe we just haven't been looking long enough ... or maybe we're totally missed signals that are being transmitted in a way we didn't expect.

Shorter yellow lights boost red-light camera revenue[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:44:06 PST ]Some cities have reportedly found a new way to make money out of red-light cameras. They are shortening the time that the yellow light is on.

Cosmic Log: Are we missing E.T.’s call?[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:06:16 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Scientists have been keeping watch for alien signals for 50 years, but haven't heard anything. Why? Maybe we just haven't been looking long enough ... or maybe we're totally missed signals that are being transmitted in a way we didn't expect.

EU to investigate Google after complaints[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:04:00 PST ]European regulators are seeking information on how Google's secretive search algorithms work after complaints from European companies about their search rankings.

EU to investigate Google after complaints[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:04:00 PST ]European regulators are seeking information on how Google's secretive search algorithms work after complaints from European companies about their search rankings.

Yahoo turns on the Twitter firehose[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:32:00 PST ]Yahoo users will start seeing more Twitter content in search results and will be able to update their Twitter feeds from their Yahoo accounts.

Yahoo turns on the Twitter firehose[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:32:00 PST ]Yahoo users will start seeing more Twitter content in search results and will be able to update their Twitter feeds from their Yahoo accounts.

Shorter yellow lights boost red-light camera revenue[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:44:06 PST ]Some cities have reportedly found a new way to make money out of red-light cameras. They are shortening the time that the yellow light is on.

'Elvis Presley' passport exposes security flaw[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:24:28 EST ]In the name of improved security a hacker showed how a biometric passport issued in the name of long-dead rock 'n' roll king Elvis Presley could be cleared through an automated passport scanning system being tested at an international airport.

Survey: Cost a barrier to spread of broadband[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:19:58 EST ]Affordability is one of the main reasons why nearly one-third of Americans do not have broadband at home, a recent Federal Communications Commission survey found.

Facebook games millions love (or hate)[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:07:25 EST ]Be it FarmVille, Mafia Wars or Cafe World, San Francisco-based Zynga's games are on top of a social-gaming revolution underway on Facebook and other sites. But not everybody is a fan.

'Elvis Presley' passport exposes security flaw[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:24:28 EST ]In the name of improved security a hacker showed how a biometric passport issued in the name of long-dead rock 'n' roll king Elvis Presley could be cleared through an automated passport scanning system being tested at an international airport.

Survey: Cost a barrier to spread of broadband[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:19:58 EST ]Affordability is one of the main reasons why nearly one-third of Americans do not have broadband at home, a recent Federal Communications Commission survey found.

Facebook games millions love (or hate)[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:07:25 EST ]Be it FarmVille, Mafia Wars or Cafe World, San Francisco-based Zynga's games are on top of a social-gaming revolution underway on Facebook and other sites. But not everybody is a fan.

Poor but networked: UN says cell phone use surging[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:57:52 GMT ]More than half of the people in the developing world are now cell phone subscribers, a U.N. report said Tuesday, highlighting strong global growth in telecommunications.

China launches strict new Internet controls[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:36:12 GMT ]China's technology ministry moved to tighten controls on Internet use Tuesday, saying individuals who want to operate Web sites must first meet in person with regulators.

How to apologize after spreading spam[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:04:51 GMT ]Love may mean never having to say you're sorry, but not so with certain vicious kinds of spam that can lead to compromised online accounts, especially on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook, where more and more of us are congregating these days.

Video: ‘Aliens Vs. Predator’ flawed but fun[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:00:45 GMT ]The predator, the alien, and the marine are all back for another extra-terrestial gorefest. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck gives it a 8 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

China launches strict new Internet controls[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:36:12 GMT ]China's technology ministry moved to tighten controls on Internet use Tuesday, saying individuals who want to operate Web sites must first meet in person with regulators.

Poor but networked: UN says cell phone use surging[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:57:52 GMT ]More than half of the people in the developing world are now cell phone subscribers, a U.N. report said Tuesday, highlighting strong global growth in telecommunications.

How to apologize after spreading spam[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:04:51 GMT ]Love may mean never having to say you're sorry, but not so with certain vicious kinds of spam that can lead to compromised online accounts, especially on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook, where more and more of us are congregating these days.

Video: ‘Aliens Vs. Predator’ flawed but fun[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:00:45 GMT ]The predator, the alien, and the marine are all back for another extra-terrestial gorefest. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck gives it a 8 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

ChatRoulette: Take a spin on the video chat site[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:04:36 GMT ]You’ll be hearing a lot about ChatRoulette in the coming weeks as media types and child protection groups debate the site’s place on the Internet. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll want to try it.

ChatRoulette: Take a spin on the video chat site[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:04:36 GMT ]You’ll be hearing a lot about ChatRoulette in the coming weeks as media types and child protection groups debate the site’s place on the Internet. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll want to try it.

Apple, RIM spark mobile phone sales in 4th quarter[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:29:00 PST ]Sales of cell phones dipped slightly in 2009 overall, but not so smartphones, which surged for the year and exploded at year's end, says Gartner.

Apple, RIM spark mobile phone sales in 4th quarter[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:29:00 PST ]Sales of cell phones dipped slightly in 2009 overall, but not so smartphones, which surged for the year and exploded at year's end, says Gartner.

Capturing atomic images via ultrafast X-ray pulses[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:45:00 PST ]The Linac Coherent Light Source at Stanford University produces ultrafast pulses of X-rays powerful enough to make images of single molecules.

Capturing atomic images via ultrafast X-ray pulses[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:45:00 PST ]The Linac Coherent Light Source at Stanford University produces ultrafast pulses of X-rays powerful enough to make images of single molecules.

Chatroulette: Not for the faint of heart[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:13:26 PST ]Amazon and Microsoft strike a licensing deal, Google Earth comes to Android phones, and here's a chat site to avoid unless you care to view the anatomy of perfect strangers.

Chatroulette: Not for the faint of heart[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:13:26 PST ]Amazon and Microsoft strike a licensing deal, Google Earth comes to Android phones, and here's a chat site to avoid unless you care to view the anatomy of perfect strangers.

IBM touts Smarter Building push[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:28:47 PST ]Big Blue is working with customers and partners including the Tennessee Valley Authority to make facilities more energy-efficient and easier to operate.

IBM touts Smarter Building push[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:28:47 PST ]Big Blue is working with customers and partners including the Tennessee Valley Authority to make facilities more energy-efficient and easier to operate.

Fuel cell vehicles to number 2.8 million by 2020[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:57:31 PST ]Hydrogen-powered trucks, buses, and light-duty vehicles gaining traction due to increased government and industry support, says Pike Research.

Fuel cell vehicles to number 2.8 million by 2020[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:57:31 PST ]Hydrogen-powered trucks, buses, and light-duty vehicles gaining traction due to increased government and industry support, says Pike Research.

Do TV and movies get science right?[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:58:51 EST ]Television shows and movies may take you to worlds far away, but their makers, aware of viewers' need for believability, say they consult scientists to make things more real.

U.S. experts close in on Google hackers[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:52:58 EST ]U.S. analysts believe they have identified the Chinese author of the critical programming code used in the alleged state-sponsored hacking attacks on Google and other western companies, making it far harder for the Chinese government to deny involvement.

U.S. experts close in on Google hackers[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:52:58 EST ]U.S. analysts believe they have identified the Chinese author of the critical programming code used in the alleged state-sponsored hacking attacks on Google and other western companies, making it far harder for the Chinese government to deny involvement.

Do TV and movies get science right?[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:58:51 EST ]Television shows and movies may take you to worlds far away, but their makers, aware of viewers' need for believability, say they consult scientists to make things more real.

Elvis Presley passport exposes security flaw[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:24:28 EST ]In the name of improved security a hacker showed how a biometric passport issued in the name of long-dead rock 'n' roll king Elvis Presley could be cleared through an automated passport scanning system being tested at an international airport.

Elvis Presley passport exposes security flaw[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:24:28 EST ]In the name of improved security a hacker showed how a biometric passport issued in the name of long-dead rock 'n' roll king Elvis Presley could be cleared through an automated passport scanning system being tested at an international airport.

Survey: Cost a barrier to spread of broadband[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:19:58 EST ]Affordability is one of the main reasons why nearly one-third of Americans do not have broadband at home, a recent Federal Communications Commission survey found.

Survey: Cost a barrier to spread of broadband[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:19:58 EST ]Affordability is one of the main reasons why nearly one-third of Americans do not have broadband at home, a recent Federal Communications Commission survey found.

Facebook games millions love (or hate)[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:07:25 EST ]Be it FarmVille, Mafia Wars or Cafe World, San Francisco-based Zynga's games are on top of a social-gaming revolution underway on Facebook and other sites. But not everybody is a fan.

Facebook games millions love (or hate)[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:07:25 EST ]Be it FarmVille, Mafia Wars or Cafe World, San Francisco-based Zynga's games are on top of a social-gaming revolution underway on Facebook and other sites. But not everybody is a fan.

Beetle's vivid color preserved for 600,000 years[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:27:09 GMT ]Ancient history often appears black and white, since artifacts, fossils and other remains usually lose their color over time. But researchers have just found an iridescent blue-green bug that looks like it did 600,000 years ago when it was alive.

Beetle's vivid color preserved for 600,000 years[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:27:09 GMT ]Ancient history often appears black and white, since artifacts, fossils and other remains usually lose their color over time. But researchers have just found an iridescent blue-green bug that looks like it did 600,000 years ago when it was alive.

Spies and hackers exploit world cyber rule void[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:12:02 GMT ]The best weapon against the online thieves, spies and vandals who threaten global business and security would be international regulation of cyberspace.

Spies and hackers exploit world cyber rule void[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:12:02 GMT ]The best weapon against the online thieves, spies and vandals who threaten global business and security would be international regulation of cyberspace.

Facebook for lovers[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:20:52 GMT ]You don’t need Facebook to communicate! That’s why we invented e-mail, IM, sex, talking, flowers and jewelry. But if you insist on "friending" your sweetie on Facebook, here are some rules to follow. But if you insist, here are some rules to follow.

Facebook for lovers[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:20:52 GMT ]You don’t need Facebook to communicate! That’s why we invented e-mail, IM, sex, talking, flowers and jewelry. But if you insist on "friending" your sweetie on Facebook, here are some rules to follow. But if you insist, here are some rules to follow.

Cosmic Log: A golden year for lasers[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:23:51 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Fifty years after the laser was first demonstrated, scientists and engineers celebrate the golden anniversary and look ahead to a golden age.

Cosmic Log: A golden year for lasers[ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:23:51 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Fifty years after the laser was first demonstrated, scientists and engineers celebrate the golden anniversary and look ahead to a golden age.

NYT: Hacking inquiry puts China’s elite in new light[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:48:46 GMT ]With its sterling reputation and its scientific bent, Shanghai Jiaotong University has the feel of an Ivy League institution. But Jiaotong, whose sprawling campus here has more than 33,000 students, is facing an unpleasant question: is it a base for sophisticated computer hackers?

NYT: Hacking inquiry puts China’s elite in new light[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:48:46 GMT ]With its sterling reputation and its scientific bent, Shanghai Jiaotong University has the feel of an Ivy League institution. But Jiaotong, whose sprawling campus here has more than 33,000 students, is facing an unpleasant question: is it a base for sophisticated computer hackers?

Many ways to activate Webcams sans spy software[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:52:00 PST ]The program used to remotely turn on Pennsylvania students' laptop Webcams is no longer being sold, but there are other ways to remotely activate a machine's Webcam.

Many ways to activate Webcams sans spy software[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:52:00 PST ]The program used to remotely turn on Pennsylvania students' laptop Webcams is no longer being sold, but there are other ways to remotely activate a machine's Webcam.

FTC warns 100 organizations about leaked data via P2P[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:33:00 PST ]Probe shows sensitive data like health and finance records as well as Social Security numbers have been leaked to file-sharing networks at a range of public and private entities.

FTC warns 100 organizations about leaked data via P2P[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:33:00 PST ]Probe shows sensitive data like health and finance records as well as Social Security numbers have been leaked to file-sharing networks at a range of public and private entities.

Bloom Box: Power plant in a box? (FAQ)[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:32:05 PST ]Start-up Bloom Energy is set to officially announce its "power plant in a box" this week. What is it and how does it work?

Bloom Box: Power plant in a box? (FAQ)[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:32:05 PST ]Start-up Bloom Energy is set to officially announce its "power plant in a box" this week. What is it and how does it work?

Chatroulette offers random Web titillation[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:37:26 EST ]Chatroulette, a new and controversial Web site, lands you in face-to-face video conversations with random strangers from around the world. Some visitors appear to be using the site for cheap shocks or sexual thrills.

Do TV and movies get science right?[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:58:51 EST ]Television shows and movies may take you to worlds far away, but their makers, aware of viewers' need for believability, say they consult scientists to make things more real.

Chatroulette offers random Web titillation[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:37:26 EST ]Chatroulette, a new and controversial Web site, lands you in face-to-face video conversations with random strangers from around the world. Some visitors appear to be using the site for cheap shocks or sexual thrills.

NYT: Hacking inquiry puts China’s elite in new light[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:48:46 GMT ]With its sterling reputation and its scientific bent, Shanghai Jiaotong University has the feel of an Ivy League institution. But Jiaotong, whose sprawling campus here has more than 33,000 students, is facing an unpleasant question: is it a base for sophisticated computer hackers?

NYT: Hacking inquiry puts China’s elite in new light[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:48:46 GMT ]With its sterling reputation and its scientific bent, Shanghai Jiaotong University has the feel of an Ivy League institution. But Jiaotong, whose sprawling campus here has more than 33,000 students, is facing an unpleasant question: is it a base for sophisticated computer hackers?

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Spies and hackers exploit world cyber rule void[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:12:02 GMT ]The best weapon against the online thieves, spies and vandals who threaten global business and security would be international regulation of cyberspace.

Spies and hackers exploit world cyber rule void[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:12:02 GMT ]The best weapon against the online thieves, spies and vandals who threaten global business and security would be international regulation of cyberspace.

Facebook for lovers[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:20:52 GMT ]You don’t need Facebook to communicate! That’s why we invented e-mail, IM, sex, talking, flowers and jewelry. But if you insist on "friending" your sweetie on Facebook, here are some rules to follow. But if you insist, here are some rules to follow.

Facebook for lovers[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:20:52 GMT ]You don’t need Facebook to communicate! That’s why we invented e-mail, IM, sex, talking, flowers and jewelry. But if you insist on "friending" your sweetie on Facebook, here are some rules to follow. But if you insist, here are some rules to follow.

Cell phone jamming[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:02:36 PST ]Apple purges porn from the App Store, Macmillan introduces a new paradigm for textbooks, and how a cell phone jammer could help stop prisoners from doing business behind bars.

New Seesmic Web out-features Seesmic Desktop[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:00:00 PST ]In a few key areas, the Web-based version of Seesmic bests its desktop sibling.

Iron Mountain buys Mimosa Systems[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:51:17 PST ]Deal worth $112 million combines Mimosa's enterprise content archiving systems with Iron Mountain's data archiving, e-discovery, and information management systems.

Video: ‘Heavy Rain’ makes you look deeper[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:36:03 GMT ]The creepy suspense game finds out what you are willing to do to stop a serial killer. Msnbc.com’s Todd Kenreck gives it a 9 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

Video: ‘Heavy Rain’ makes you look deeper[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:36:03 GMT ]The creepy suspense game finds out what you are willing to do to stop a serial killer. Msnbc.com’s Todd Kenreck gives it a 9 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

Cell phone jamming[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:02:36 PST ]Apple purges porn from the App Store, Macmillan introduces a new paradigm for textbooks, and how a cell phone jammer could help stop prisoners from doing business behind bars.

Sony envisions universal controller for game consoles[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:13:00 PST ]Company files a patent application describing a single controller that works with numerous video game consoles--both present and past.

Sony envisions universal controller for game consoles[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:13:00 PST ]Company files a patent application describing a single controller that works with numerous video game consoles--both present and past.

The Internet can make you smarter, experts say[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:36:00 PST ]Three out of four experts believe the Internet can improve our reading, writing, and knowledge, according to Pew Internet, which also peered into the future.

The Internet can make you smarter, experts say[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:36:00 PST ]Three out of four experts believe the Internet can improve our reading, writing, and knowledge, according to Pew Internet, which also peered into the future.

Iron Mountain buys Mimosa Systems[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:51:17 PST ]Deal worth $112 million combines Mimosa's enterprise content archiving systems with Iron Mountain's data archiving, e-discovery, and information management systems.

New Seesmic Web out-features Seesmic Desktop[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:00:00 PST ]In a few key areas, the Web-based version of Seesmic bests its desktop sibling.

Did Kim Kardashian's tweets ID an air marshal?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:03:17 EST ]Federal air marshals are supposed to blend in with passengers on planes, but an alleged run-in with a Twitter-happy celebrity is highlighting how technology could blow their cover in an instant.

Tiger's online buzz falls short of records[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:49:09 EST ]The Internet lit up with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, although viewership and Twitter chatter were less than what some had expected. Here's what people were saying.

Did Kim Kardashian's tweets ID an air marshal?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:03:17 EST ]Federal air marshals are supposed to blend in with passengers on planes, but an alleged run-in with a Twitter-happy celebrity is highlighting how technology could blow their cover in an instant.

Tiger's online buzz falls short of records[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:49:09 EST ]The Internet lit up with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, although viewership and Twitter chatter were less than what some had expected. Here's what people were saying.

Space shuttle Endeavour lands[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 22:49:58 EST ]The space shuttle Endeavour landed Sunday night at Kennedy Space Center after a two-week mission to the International Space Station.

Space shuttle Endeavour lands[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 22:49:58 EST ]The space shuttle Endeavour landed Sunday night at Kennedy Space Center after a two-week mission to the International Space Station.

U.S. experts close in on Google hackers[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:52:58 EST ]U.S. analysts believe they have identified the Chinese author of the critical programming code used in the alleged state-sponsored hacking attacks on Google and other western companies, making it far harder for the Chinese government to deny involvement.

U.S. experts close in on Google hackers[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:52:58 EST ]U.S. analysts believe they have identified the Chinese author of the critical programming code used in the alleged state-sponsored hacking attacks on Google and other western companies, making it far harder for the Chinese government to deny involvement.

Chatroulette offers random Web titillation[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:37:26 EST ]Chatroulette, a new and controversial Web site, lands you in face-to-face video conversations with random strangers from around the world. Some visitors appear to be using the site for cheap shocks or sexual thrills.

Chatroulette offers random Web titillation[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:37:26 EST ]Chatroulette, a new and controversial Web site, lands you in face-to-face video conversations with random strangers from around the world. Some visitors appear to be using the site for cheap shocks or sexual thrills.

Chinese schools deny involvement in hacking[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:13:22 GMT ]Two prominent schools in China dispute allegations that hacking attacks on Google and other firms originated from them, a report said Saturday.

Chinese schools deny involvement in hacking[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:13:22 GMT ]Two prominent schools in China dispute allegations that hacking attacks on Google and other firms originated from them, a report said Saturday.

Try to stay clear of Craigslist scams[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:52:05 GMT ]From garden-variety pyramid schemes to complex money laundering ploys to pet frauds, the sheer diversity of ways to get stiffed on Craigslist is unmatched. Take a look at a few of the scam classics.

Try to stay clear of Craigslist scams[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:52:05 GMT ]From garden-variety pyramid schemes to complex money laundering ploys to pet frauds, the sheer diversity of ways to get stiffed on Craigslist is unmatched. Take a look at a few of the scam classics.

Shuttle Endeavour lands safely in Florida[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:41:26 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour and its six astronauts touched down Sunday in a rare nighttime landing, ending a mission that resulted in the virtual completion of the International Space Station.

Shuttle Endeavour lands safely in Florida[ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:41:26 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour and its six astronauts touched down Sunday in a rare nighttime landing, ending a mission that resulted in the virtual completion of the International Space Station.

Research confirms brain link for words, music[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:40:04 GMT ]Words and music, such natural partners that it seems obvious they go together. Now science is confirming that those abilities are linked in the brain, a finding that might even lead to better stroke treatments.

Research confirms brain link for words, music[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:40:04 GMT ]Words and music, such natural partners that it seems obvious they go together. Now science is confirming that those abilities are linked in the brain, a finding that might even lead to better stroke treatments.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Olympic notebook: Honoring the great Gretzky[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:40:00 PST ]The hockey legend drew giant cheers for his brilliant career and even louder cheers when he boldly predicted that Canada would take home Olympic gold this year.

Olympic notebook: Honoring the great Gretzky[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:40:00 PST ]The hockey legend drew giant cheers for his brilliant career and even louder cheers when he boldly predicted that Canada would take home Olympic gold this year.

Olympic notebook: Canada vs. U.S. on Super Sunday[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 10:42:00 PST ]Three big hockey match-ups are on tap, but it's the U.S. and Canada pairing that has the host nation on edge. Meanwhile, the geek bobsledder goes for a medal in two-man bobsled.

Olympic notebook: Canada vs. U.S. on Super Sunday[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 10:42:00 PST ]Three big hockey match-ups are on tap, but it's the U.S. and Canada pairing that has the host nation on edge. Meanwhile, the geek bobsledder goes for a medal in two-man bobsled.

Columnist revealed as company's non-existent CTO[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:43:00 PST ]ZDNet investigation reveals that an InfoWorld columnist was masquerading as the chief technical officer for a Windows metrics company.

Columnist revealed as company's non-existent CTO[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:43:00 PST ]ZDNet investigation reveals that an InfoWorld columnist was masquerading as the chief technical officer for a Windows metrics company.

Take note Apple, Dell makes plastic look good[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:57:17 PST ]Dell is selling good-looking yet inexpensive consumer laptops. Should Apple be worried?

Take note Apple, Dell makes plastic look good[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:57:17 PST ]Dell is selling good-looking yet inexpensive consumer laptops. Should Apple be worried?

Chinese schools deny involvement in hacking[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:13:22 GMT ]Two prominent schools in China dispute allegations that hacking attacks on Google and other firms originated from them, a report said Saturday.

Chinese schools deny involvement in hacking[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:13:22 GMT ]Two prominent schools in China dispute allegations that hacking attacks on Google and other firms originated from them, a report said Saturday.

Try to stay clear of Craigslist scams[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:52:05 GMT ]From garden-variety pyramid schemes to complex money laundering ploys to pet frauds, the sheer diversity of ways to get stiffed on Craigslist is unmatched. Take a look at a few of the scam classics.

Try to stay clear of Craigslist scams[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:52:05 GMT ]From garden-variety pyramid schemes to complex money laundering ploys to pet frauds, the sheer diversity of ways to get stiffed on Craigslist is unmatched. Take a look at a few of the scam classics.

NASA: Weather iffy for space shuttle's return[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 02:02:26 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour aimed for a Sunday night landing back at NASA's spaceport, but rainy and cloudy weather threatened to delay the astronauts' homecoming.

NASA: Weather iffy for space shuttle's return[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 02:02:26 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour aimed for a Sunday night landing back at NASA's spaceport, but rainy and cloudy weather threatened to delay the astronauts' homecoming.

Research confirms brain link for words, music[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:40:04 GMT ]Words and music, such natural partners that it seems obvious they go together. Now science is confirming that those abilities are linked in the brain, a finding that might even lead to better stroke treatments.

Research confirms brain link for words, music[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:40:04 GMT ]Words and music, such natural partners that it seems obvious they go together. Now science is confirming that those abilities are linked in the brain, a finding that might even lead to better stroke treatments.

School district: Spy Webcams activated 42 times[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:04:00 PST ]The Lower Merion School District, accused of spying on students at home via laptop Webcams, admits that it activated them 42 times in a 14-month period.

Chinese schools deny links to Google attacks[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:26:00 PST ]A university and a vocational school dispute a Thursday New York Times report that hacks on Google and other Silicon Valley companies can be traced back to their computers.

Olympic notebook: Honoring the Great Gretzky[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:40:30 PST ]The hockey legend drew giant cheers for his brilliant career, and even louder cheers when he boldly predicted that Canada would take home Olympic gold this year.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

School district: Spy Webcams activated 42 times[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:04:00 PST ]The Lower Merion School District, accused of spying on students at home via laptop Webcams, admits that it activated them 42 times in a 14-month period.

Vegetative man not communicating after all[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:33:00 PST ]In November, a Belgian man paralyzed and until recently uncommunicative from a 1983 car accident seemed to have a message. But now doctor now says it was a case of miscommunication.

Vegetative man not communicating after all[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:33:00 PST ]In November, a Belgian man paralyzed and until recently uncommunicative from a 1983 car accident seemed to have a message. But now doctor now says it was a case of miscommunication.

Chinese schools deny links to Google attacks[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:26:00 PST ]A university and a vocational school dispute a Thursday New York Times report that hacks on Google and other Silicon Valley companies can be traced back to their computers.

China-Switzerland women's hockey (photos)[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:38:02 PST ]It may not have been the most hotly anticipated matchup--or the closest of games--but plenty of fun was had by all.

China-Switzerland women's hockey (photos)[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:38:02 PST ]It may not have been the most hotly anticipated matchup--or the closest of games--but plenty of fun was had by all.

Olympic notebook: Honoring the Great Gretzky[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:40:30 PST ]The hockey legend drew giant cheers for his brilliant career, and even louder cheers when he boldly predicted that Canada would take home Olympic gold this year.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Did Kim Kardashian's tweets ID an air marshal?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:03:17 EST ]Federal air marshals are supposed to blend in with passengers on planes, but an alleged run-in with a Twitter-happy celebrity is highlighting how technology could blow their cover in an instant.

Tiger's online buzz falls short of records[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:58:28 EST ]The Internet lit up with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, although viewership and Twitter chatter were less than what some had expected. Here's what people were saying.

Cashing in on Internet censorship[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:38:38 EST ]A growing number of software companies are capitalizing on an unexpected opportunity: Internet censorship. In countries where governments filter the Web, more people want tools that help them access information.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Student says school webcam spied on him at home[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:24:18 EST ]Pennsylvania parents are suing their son's school, alleging it watched him through his laptop's webcam while he was at home and unaware he was being observed.

Student says school webcam spied on him at home[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:24:18 EST ]Pennsylvania parents are suing their son's school, alleging it watched him through his laptop's webcam while he was at home and unaware he was being observed.

Did Kim Kardashian's tweets ID an air marshal?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:03:17 EST ]Federal air marshals are supposed to blend in with passengers on planes, but an alleged run-in with a Twitter-happy celebrity is highlighting how technology could blow their cover in an instant.

Tiger's online buzz falls short of records[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:58:28 EST ]The Internet lit up with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, although viewership and Twitter chatter were less than what some had expected. Here's what people were saying.

Cashing in on Internet censorship[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:38:38 EST ]A growing number of software companies are capitalizing on an unexpected opportunity: Internet censorship. In countries where governments filter the Web, more people want tools that help them access information.

Try to stay clear of Craigslist scams[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:52:05 GMT ]From garden-variety pyramid schemes to complex money laundering ploys to pet frauds, the sheer diversity of ways to get stiffed on Craigslist is unmatched. Take a look at a few of the scam classics.

Chinese schools deny involvement in hacking[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:13:22 GMT ]Two prominent schools in China dispute allegations that hacking attacks on Google and other firms originated from them, a report said Saturday.

Chinese schools deny involvement in hacking[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:13:22 GMT ]Two prominent schools in China dispute allegations that hacking attacks on Google and other firms originated from them, a report said Saturday.

Try to stay clear of Craigslist scams[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:52:05 GMT ]From garden-variety pyramid schemes to complex money laundering ploys to pet frauds, the sheer diversity of ways to get stiffed on Craigslist is unmatched. Take a look at a few of the scam classics.

NASA: Weather iffy for space shuttle's return[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 02:02:26 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour aimed for a Sunday night landing back at NASA's spaceport, but rainy and cloudy weather threatened to delay the astronauts' homecoming.

NASA: Weather iffy for space shuttle's return[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 02:02:26 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour aimed for a Sunday night landing back at NASA's spaceport, but rainy and cloudy weather threatened to delay the astronauts' homecoming.

Research confirms brain link for words, music[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:40:04 GMT ]Words and music, such natural partners that it seems obvious they go together. Now science is confirming that those abilities are linked in the brain, a finding that might even lead to better stroke treatments.

Research confirms brain link for words, music[ Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:40:04 GMT ]Words and music, such natural partners that it seems obvious they go together. Now science is confirming that those abilities are linked in the brain, a finding that might even lead to better stroke treatments.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

School district: Spy Webcams activated 42 times[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:04:00 PST ]The Lower Merion School District, accused of spying on students at home via laptop Webcams, admits that it activated them 42 times in a 14-month period.

School district: Spy Webcams activated 42 times[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:04:00 PST ]The Lower Merion School District, accused of spying on students at home via laptop Webcams, admits that it activated them 42 times in a 14-month period.

Vegetative man not communicating after all[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:33:00 PST ]In November, a Belgian man paralyzed and until recently uncommunicative from a 1983 car accident seemed to have a message. But now doctor now says it was a case of miscommunication.

Vegetative man not communicating after all[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:33:00 PST ]In November, a Belgian man paralyzed and until recently uncommunicative from a 1983 car accident seemed to have a message. But now doctor now says it was a case of miscommunication.

Chinese schools deny links to Google attacks[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:26:00 PST ]A university and a vocational school dispute a Thursday New York Times report that hacks on Google and other Silicon Valley companies can be traced back to their computers.

Chinese schools deny links to Google attacks[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:26:00 PST ]A university and a vocational school dispute a Thursday New York Times report that hacks on Google and other Silicon Valley companies can be traced back to their computers.

China-Switzerland women's hockey (photos)[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:38:02 PST ]It may not have been the most hotly anticipated matchup--or the closest of games--but plenty of fun was had by all.

China-Switzerland women's hockey (photos)[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:38:02 PST ]It may not have been the most hotly anticipated matchup--or the closest of games--but plenty of fun was had by all.

Olympic notebook: Honoring the Great Gretzky[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:40:30 PST ]The hockey legend drew giant cheers for his brilliant career, and even louder cheers when he boldly predicted that Canada would take home Olympic gold this year.

Olympic notebook: Honoring the Great Gretzky[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 18:40:30 PST ]The hockey legend drew giant cheers for his brilliant career, and even louder cheers when he boldly predicted that Canada would take home Olympic gold this year.

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:12:31 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour undocked from the practically finished International Space Station Friday night. The two spacecraft and 11 astronauts spent nearly 10 days together, working to install a new room and observation deck.

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:12:31 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour undocked from the practically finished International Space Station Friday night. The two spacecraft and 11 astronauts spent nearly 10 days together, working to install a new room and observation deck.

Internet making our brains different, not dumb[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:09:28 GMT ]Google won't make us "stupid," the Internet may make us more literate in a different kind of way and efforts to protect individual anonymity will be even more difficult to achieve, according to many of the experts surveyed for a look at "The Future of the Internet."

Your Facebook profile: An open invite to crime?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:02:56 GMT ]Before you send your next angry tweet about Google Buzz or sign a Facebook petition for privacy, consider how you may be actively violating yourself on social networks every single day.

Technology that makes the heart grow fonder[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:40:08 GMT ]If you're over 35, you might remember long-distance relationships played out over long-distance phone wires. Nowadays, youthful – or tech-savvy – paramours would rather whisper sweet nothings over instant messages, e-mail, Facebook or Skype.

Technology that makes the heart grow fonder[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:40:08 GMT ]If you're over 35, you might remember long-distance relationships played out over long-distance phone wires. Nowadays, youthful – or tech-savvy – paramours would rather whisper sweet nothings over instant messages, e-mail, Facebook or Skype.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Reporters' Roundtable Podcast: Buzz vs. privacy[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:29:00 PST ]When the Google Buzz first launched, it's fair to say it was a little too eager to use and share the details of users' personal networks. What was Google thinking?

Reporters' Roundtable Podcast: Buzz vs. privacy[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:29:00 PST ]When the Google Buzz first launched, it's fair to say it was a little too eager to use and share the details of users' personal networks. What was Google thinking?

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:18:47 PST ]Returning space shuttle leaves behind a new habitation module and observation deck that virtually complete the International Space Station.

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:18:47 PST ]Returning space shuttle leaves behind a new habitation module and observation deck that virtually complete the International Space Station.

Students'-eye view of Webcam spy case[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:55:00 PST ]The FBI is reportedly investigating alleged Webcam spying on students at Harriton High School near Philadelphia, but one junior from the school says he's not all that concerned.

Students'-eye view of Webcam spy case[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:55:00 PST ]The FBI is reportedly investigating alleged Webcam spying on students at Harriton High School near Philadelphia, but one junior from the school says he's not all that concerned.

Pair says 'iDo' in Apple store wedding[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:00:00 PST ]Josh and Ting first met at an Apple store, and they could think of no place better to affirm their eternal devotion than between rows of MacBooks.

Pair says 'iDo' in Apple store wedding[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:00:00 PST ]Josh and Ting first met at an Apple store, and they could think of no place better to affirm their eternal devotion than between rows of MacBooks.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:00:00 PST ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S400 Hybrid, Nikon Coolpix P100, and the Sony Vaio VPC-EB1JFX/B.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:00:00 PST ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S400 Hybrid, Nikon Coolpix P100, and the Sony Vaio VPC-EB1JFX/B.

Cashing in on Internet censorship[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:38:38 EST ]A growing number of software companies are capitalizing on an unexpected opportunity: Internet censorship. In countries where governments filter the Web, more people want tools that help them access information.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Student says school webcam spied on him at home[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:24:18 EST ]Pennsylvania parents are suing their son's school, alleging it watched him through his laptop's webcam while he was at home and unaware he was being observed.

Student says school webcam spied on him at home[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:24:18 EST ]Pennsylvania parents are suing their son's school, alleging it watched him through his laptop's webcam while he was at home and unaware he was being observed.

Did Kim Kardashian's tweets ID an air marshal?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:03:17 EST ]Federal air marshals are supposed to blend in with passengers on planes, but an alleged run-in with a Twitter-happy celebrity is highlighting how technology could blow their cover in an instant.

Did Kim Kardashian's tweets ID an air marshal?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:03:17 EST ]Federal air marshals are supposed to blend in with passengers on planes, but an alleged run-in with a Twitter-happy celebrity is highlighting how technology could blow their cover in an instant.

Tiger's online buzz falls short of records[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:58:28 EST ]The Internet lit up with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, although viewership and Twitter chatter were less than what some had expected. Here's what people were saying.

Tiger's online buzz falls short of records[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:58:28 EST ]The Internet lit up with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, although viewership and Twitter chatter were less than what some had expected. Here's what people were saying.

Cashing in on Internet censorship[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:38:38 EST ]A growing number of software companies are capitalizing on an unexpected opportunity: Internet censorship. In countries where governments filter the Web, more people want tools that help them access information.

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:12:31 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour undocked from the practically finished International Space Station Friday night. The two spacecraft and 11 astronauts spent nearly 10 days together, working to install a new room and observation deck.

CNET News Daily Podcast: New rules for adult-themed iPhone apps?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:10:00 PST ]Apple is taking a new look at apps that elicit complaints for inappropriate content.

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:12:31 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour undocked from the practically finished International Space Station Friday night. The two spacecraft and 11 astronauts spent nearly 10 days together, working to install a new room and observation deck.

Internet making our brains different, not dumb[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:09:28 GMT ]Google won't make us "stupid," the Internet may make us more literate in a different kind of way and efforts to protect individual anonymity will be even more difficult to achieve, according to many of the experts surveyed for a look at "The Future of the Internet."

Internet making our brains different, not dumb[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:09:28 GMT ]Google won't make us "stupid," the Internet may make us more literate in a different kind of way and efforts to protect individual anonymity will be even more difficult to achieve, according to many of the experts surveyed for a look at "The Future of the Internet."

Your Facebook profile: An open invite to crime?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:02:56 GMT ]Before you send your next angry tweet about Google Buzz or sign a Facebook petition for privacy, consider how you may be actively violating yourself on social networks every single day.

Your Facebook profile: An open invite to crime?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:02:56 GMT ]Before you send your next angry tweet about Google Buzz or sign a Facebook petition for privacy, consider how you may be actively violating yourself on social networks every single day.

Technology that makes the heart grow fonder[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:40:08 GMT ]If you're over 35, you might remember long-distance relationships played out over long-distance phone wires. Nowadays, youthful – or tech-savvy – paramours would rather whisper sweet nothings over instant messages, e-mail, Facebook or Skype.

Technology that makes the heart grow fonder[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:40:08 GMT ]If you're over 35, you might remember long-distance relationships played out over long-distance phone wires. Nowadays, youthful – or tech-savvy – paramours would rather whisper sweet nothings over instant messages, e-mail, Facebook or Skype.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

Cosmic Log: Get paid to plug in[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:51:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Someday, someone will pay you to hook your car into the electrical grid — a business opportunity enabled by the expected rise of plug-in vehicles.

CNET News Daily Podcast: New rules for adult-themed iPhone apps?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:10:00 PST ]Apple is taking a new look at apps that elicit complaints for inappropriate content.

Hands-on with the LG GT540[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:50:43 PST ]At Mobile World Congress 2010, CNET's Kent German captures LG's GT540 Android phone on video.

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:18:47 PST ]Returning space shuttle leaves behind a new habitation module and observation deck that virtually complete the International Space Station.

Students'-eye view of Webcam spy case[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:55:00 PST ]The FBI is reportedly investigating alleged Webcam spying on students at Harriton High School near Philadelphia, but one junior from the school says he's not all that concerned.

Hands-on with the LG GT540[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:50:43 PST ]At Mobile World Congress 2010, CNET's Kent German captures LG's GT540 Android phone on video.

Reporters' Roundtable Podcast: Buzz vs. privacy[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:29:00 PST ]When the Google Buzz first launched, it's fair to say it was a little too eager to use and share the details of users' personal networks. What was Google thinking?

Reporters' Roundtable Podcast: Buzz vs. privacy[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:29:00 PST ]When the Google Buzz first launched, it's fair to say it was a little too eager to use and share the details of users' personal networks. What was Google thinking?

Shuttle Endeavour undocks from space station[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:18:47 PST ]Returning space shuttle leaves behind a new habitation module and observation deck that virtually complete the International Space Station.

Students'-eye view of Webcam spy case[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:55:00 PST ]The FBI is reportedly investigating alleged Webcam spying on students at Harriton High School near Philadelphia, but one junior from the school says he's not all that concerned.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Internet making our brains different, not dumb[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:09:28 GMT ]Google won't make us "stupid," the Internet may make us more literate in a different kind of way and efforts to protect individual anonymity will be even more difficult to achieve, according to many of the experts surveyed for a look at "The Future of the Internet."

Internet making our brains different, not dumb[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:09:28 GMT ]Google won't make us "stupid," the Internet may make us more literate in a different kind of way and efforts to protect individual anonymity will be even more difficult to achieve, according to many of the experts surveyed for a look at "The Future of the Internet."

Your Facebook profile: An open invite to crime?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:02:56 GMT ]Before you send your next angry tweet about Google Buzz or sign a Facebook petition for privacy, consider how you may be actively violating yourself on social networks every single day.

Your Facebook profile: An open invite to crime?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:02:56 GMT ]Before you send your next angry tweet about Google Buzz or sign a Facebook petition for privacy, consider how you may be actively violating yourself on social networks every single day.

Technology that makes the heart grow fonder[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:40:08 GMT ]If you're over 35, you might remember long-distance relationships played out over long-distance phone wires. Nowadays, youthful – or tech-savvy – paramours would rather whisper sweet nothings over instant messages, e-mail, Facebook or Skype.

Canada's high-tech effort to 'own the podium'[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:00:00 PST ]The host nation has spent millions of dollars over the past few years investing in technology it hopes will give it a better showing in the medals standings.

Canada's tech effort to win gold (images)[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:00:00 PST ]Canada has gone high-tech in its effort to put in a better medal showing on home soil. Here's a look at some of the gear that went in to the country's Own the Podium effort.

Google gets go-ahead to buy, sell energy[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 06:38:00 PST ]Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's order paves the way for Google to become a major energy player.

Has Apple banned sexual content from App Store?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:22:00 PST ]Apple has removed "overtly sexual" content from its App Store after receiving customer complaints, according to a TechCrunch report. But just how far do those removals go?

Has Apple banned sexual content from App Store?[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:22:00 PST ]Apple has removed "overtly sexual" content from its App Store after receiving customer complaints, according to a TechCrunch report. But just how far do those removals go?

IE to lose Windows monopoly next week in Europe[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:41:25 PST ]Company will start to publicly test its legally mandated browser choice process next week before a wider European launch around March 1

IE to lose Windows monopoly next week in Europe[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:41:25 PST ]Company will start to publicly test its legally mandated browser choice process next week before a wider European launch around March 1

Google Buzz: What is it good for?[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:24:56 EST ]Google Buzz, the search engine's latest foray into the social networking realm, hasn't been out of the tech headlines since its launch last week.

Google Buzz: What is it good for?[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:24:56 EST ]Google Buzz, the search engine's latest foray into the social networking realm, hasn't been out of the tech headlines since its launch last week.

Google should learn from Buzz backlash[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:27:31 EST ]Google has taken a hit over the Buzz launch from a public that is already skeptical about the search giant's motivations with the enormous amount of personal data it has accumulated.

Google should learn from Buzz backlash[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:27:31 EST ]Google has taken a hit over the Buzz launch from a public that is already skeptical about the search giant's motivations with the enormous amount of personal data it has accumulated.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Richard Branson launches high-tech 'flying' submarine[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:11:16 EST ]Virgin mogul Richard Branson recently unveiled a new ocean play thing for the intrepid super rich: A deep-sea submarine.

Cashing in on Internet censorship[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:38:38 EST ]A growing number of software companies are capitalizing on an unexpected opportunity: Internet censorship. In countries where governments filter the Web, more people want tools that help them access information.

Cashing in on Internet censorship[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:38:38 EST ]A growing number of software companies are capitalizing on an unexpected opportunity: Internet censorship. In countries where governments filter the Web, more people want tools that help them access information.

Web lights up with Tiger talk[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:32:16 EST ]The Internet is ablaze with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, which prompted traffic spikes on Twitter and other sites. Here's what people are saying.

Web lights up with Tiger talk[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:32:16 EST ]The Internet is ablaze with comments, pro and con, about Tiger Woods' public apology, which prompted traffic spikes on Twitter and other sites. Here's what people are saying.

SUV-sized fish were earliest filter-feeders[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:28:21 GMT ]Whales include the world's largest animals, but newly identified fossils reveal they were preceded by SUV-sized filter-feeding fishes that emerged during the Jurassic Period, 170 million years ago.

SUV-sized fish were earliest filter-feeders[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:28:21 GMT ]Whales include the world's largest animals, but newly identified fossils reveal they were preceded by SUV-sized filter-feeding fishes that emerged during the Jurassic Period, 170 million years ago.

'Botnet' breaches 75,000 computers[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:42:39 GMT ]A computer botnet is known to have breached almost 75,000 computers in 2,500 organizations around the world, including user accounts of popular social network Web sites, according Internet security firm NetWitness.

'Botnet' breaches 75,000 computers[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:42:39 GMT ]A computer botnet is known to have breached almost 75,000 computers in 2,500 organizations around the world, including user accounts of popular social network Web sites, according Internet security firm NetWitness.

Cosmic Log: Top sights of science[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:24 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The winning entries in an international visualization contest prove that you can see good science at work in a variety of venues, ranging from cartoon strips to art galleries.

Cosmic Log: Top sights of science[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:24 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The winning entries in an international visualization contest prove that you can see good science at work in a variety of venues, ranging from cartoon strips to art galleries.

Slide show: Visualizing science[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:14 GMT ]See the winners of the 2009 International Science and Engineering Visualization Challenge.

Slide show: Visualizing science[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:14 GMT ]See the winners of the 2009 International Science and Engineering Visualization Challenge.

NYT: Chinese schools linked to Google attacks[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 01:39:59 GMT ]Online attacks on Google and other U.S. companies have been traced to computers at two educational institutions in China, including one with ties to the Chinese military, investigators say.

NYT: Chinese schools linked to Google attacks[ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 01:39:59 GMT ]Online attacks on Google and other U.S. companies have been traced to computers at two educational institutions in China, including one with ties to the Chinese military, investigators say.

School accused of off-campus Webcam spying[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:26:00 PST ]A Philadelphia-area school district gives laptops to its students. And according to a lawsuit, it is able to activate their Webcams remotely to see what students are doing at home.

School accused of off-campus Webcam spying[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:26:00 PST ]A Philadelphia-area school district gives laptops to its students. And according to a lawsuit, it is able to activate their Webcams remotely to see what students are doing at home.

Olympic notebook: Meet the Games' youngest reporter[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:30:00 PST ]10-year-old Brennan LaBrie, in town to cover the Games as a Time magazine "kid reporter," is already a veteran journalist.

Olympic notebook: Meet the Games' youngest reporter[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:30:00 PST ]10-year-old Brennan LaBrie, in town to cover the Games as a Time magazine "kid reporter," is already a veteran journalist.

Comcast launches online backup service[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:44:00 PST ]Comcast announces Secure Backup and Share online backup service exclusively for its high-speed Internet customers.

Comcast launches online backup service[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:44:00 PST ]Comcast announces Secure Backup and Share online backup service exclusively for its high-speed Internet customers.

ShadyURL makes URLs entertainingly suspicious[ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:08:00 PST ]Link shorteners have had a strong run in the last few years. However, ShadyURL takes the idea of shortening URLs and adds a dash of dark humor.