How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/21: What is this?[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/21: What is this?[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

11 green inventions that go too far[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:08:43 GMT ]Some are  quick to capitalize on the greenness  trend, losing practicality in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — cash money. Others build oddities in order to raise awareness. Either way, the results can be just plain nuts.

Mysterious 'bearded' antelope photographed[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:09:08 GMT ]In Kenya, a photographer captured images of a mysterious "bearded" antelope, covered with a strange, thick coat of hair, in stark contrast to the sleek Thomson's gazelles in its company.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:53:17 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Halo: Reach reportedly leaked via Xbox Live[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:28:33 PDT ]The digital review copy has reportedly been downloaded by a group of game modifiers. Although the group says it has no plans to distribute the code, it's yet another big Halo leak.

U2 manager still thinks ISPs are freeloading[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:46:25 PDT ]Paul McGuinness is once again blaming ISPs for falling music revenues. I agree with his plan: subscriptions are the answer. The problem is how to implement them.

New features, improved look in Kaspersky 2011[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:23:56 PDT ]Kaspersky's latest refresh to their premium security suite introduces several new tools to help keep your computer safe while enhancing older ones. The few problems in Kaspersky Internet Security 2011 loom larger than they would otherwise, though, because of the high retail cost of the suite.

Virtual song fest marks 'E-Stonian' independence[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:33:14 PDT ]The Baltic nation, known for its tech prowess, celebrates 19 years of post-Soviet independence with a massive digital music fest that links singers online.

Google likes Like.com, buys visual search team[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:11:12 PDT ]Another acquisition for Google: this time turning to visual search and e-commerce engine Like.com, which could help Google's product and image search sites.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Scottish scientists brew up whisky biofuel[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:35:31 GMT ]Scientists in Scotland have unveiled a new biofuel made from whisky by-products that they say can power ordinary cars more efficiently than ethanol.

Scottish scientists brew up whisky biofuel[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:35:31 GMT ]Scientists in Scotland have unveiled a new biofuel made from whisky by-products that they say can power ordinary cars more efficiently than ethanol.

North Korea reportedly joins Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:52:33 GMT ]North Korea appears to have added Facebook to other social networking sites it recently joined to ramp up its propaganda war against South Korea and the U.S.

North Korea reportedly joins Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:52:33 GMT ]North Korea appears to have added Facebook to other social networking sites it recently joined to ramp up its propaganda war against South Korea and the U.S.

Early Jupiter feasted on Super-Earths[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:21:24 GMT ]When Jupiter was still a young planet, it had a strong appetite. Scientists now believe giant Earths may have smashed into a young Jupiter, causing it to lose part of its core.

Early Jupiter feasted on Super-Earths[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:21:24 GMT ]When Jupiter was still a young planet, it had a strong appetite. Scientists now believe giant Earths may have smashed into a young Jupiter, causing it to lose part of its core.

Give the Wii credit if Russians make it to Mars[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:49:28 GMT ]There are six men currently living in cramped isolation in Moscow as the Russian Space Federation simulates the loneliness of a manned flight to Mars. Good thing these guys have a Wii.

Give the Wii credit if Russians make it to Mars[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:49:28 GMT ]There are six men currently living in cramped isolation in Moscow as the Russian Space Federation simulates the loneliness of a manned flight to Mars. Good thing these guys have a Wii.

Google patches 11 Chrome security problems[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:46:33 PDT ]Two critical security issues in Google's browser produce bounties of $1,337 apiece for the discoverers.

Report: Trojan a factor in fatal Spanair crash?[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:52:51 PDT ]A crash that killed 154 people two years ago may have been partly caused by a mainframe contaminated with malware, according to a report in Spain's top newspaper.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/20: What is this?[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

11 green inventions that go too far[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:21:33 GMT ]Some are  quick to capitalize on the greenness  trend, losing practicality in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — cash money. Others build oddities in order to raise awareness. Either way, the results can be just plain nuts. practicality sometimes gets lost in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — the kind that shows up on a balance sheet. That's when you end up with products like these.

11 green inventions that go too far[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:21:33 GMT ]Some are  quick to capitalize on the greenness  trend, losing practicality in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — cash money. Others build oddities in order to raise awareness. Either way, the results can be just plain nuts. practicality sometimes gets lost in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — the kind that shows up on a balance sheet. That's when you end up with products like these.

More Dell Thunder details emerge[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:14:37 PDT ]Dell's highly anticipated Thunder smartphone has found its way to Engadget's headquarters, and they have the details on the rumored device.

More Dell Thunder details emerge[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:14:37 PDT ]Dell's highly anticipated Thunder smartphone has found its way to Engadget's headquarters, and they have the details on the rumored device.

Google patches 11 Chrome security problems[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:46:33 PDT ]Two critical security issues in Google's browser produce bounties of $1,337 apiece for the discoverers.

Report: Trojan a factor in fatal Spanair crash?[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:52:51 PDT ]A crash that killed 154 people two years ago may have been partly caused by a mainframe contaminated with malware, according to a report in Spain's top newspaper.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/20: What is this?[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

USB jailbreak for PlayStation 3[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:44:35 PDT ]Trillian releases a beta of its Android app, FourSquare snags the most registrations after the launch of Facebook Places, and a hacker group offers a USB jailbreak for the PS3 for $150.

USB jailbreak for PlayStation 3[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:44:35 PDT ]Trillian releases a beta of its Android app, FourSquare snags the most registrations after the launch of Facebook Places, and a hacker group offers a USB jailbreak for the PS3 for $150.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.