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Cloud Computing: Cost, Efficiency and Security
Cost and efficiency still trump security, and that is unlikely to change. No CIO will last long if they reject efficiency savings from cloud services, just because security cannot be guaranteed. The cloud and cloud computing is expanding and is here to stay
Forty years ago the cell phone era began on the streets of New York City. The historic first cell phone call was made by Martin Cooper, director of systems operations for the communications division of Motorola, to his main rival at Bell Labs
Tablets to Overtake Smartphones as Most Used Mobile Device for Browsing
It won't be long before tablets are the preferred choice for mobile Internet browsing and surfing. According to a study, tablets will overtake smartphones soon
Technology now makes it possible for people to live out their delusions in all their grandeur. Looking like you're great has replaced true greatness. And what's most concerning is that there are increasingly fewer people who can tell the difference
Future Smart Devices Will Extend Our Senses
Imagine shopping for clothes online and being able to run your hand across the screen on your computer or smartphone to feel the fabrics. That kind of simulation technology could be available within the next five years
Best New Tech For Moms At The Consumer Electronics Show
Here's a look at the best technology for moms from this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas
Mobile Technology Trends: Give Your Apps a Voice
When looking to integrate voice controls to mobile apps, developers are faced with a growing array of options. To help sort through the technology, we recently spoke with Ben Lilienthal
We Humans Headed Toward Obsolescence
California joins Nevada in allowing Google and others to test 'autonomous' cars. The law in both states requires a human driver onboard to take over in case of emergency but the cars apparently don't need the help
Google+ Offers Custom URLs to Businesses, Brands and Celebrities
Recently Google+ has granted vanity URL's for popular brands, well-known businesses and companies
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Is your Internet bill too high? You can thank the phone and cable companies for that. Phone and cable providers are reaping obscene profit margins from their dominance of the Internet market
Smartphone and tablet users watch more movies on average
Smartphones and tablets are fast becoming popular for people who love to watch movies. According to Nielsen, smartphone and tablet users watched 9 percent and 20 percent more
Report Highlights Economic Threat of Hacking
Officials say hackers pose a threat to the nation's economy and accuse China of carrying out the most cyber-attacks. Some estimates put the cost to the U.S. economy at tens of billions of dollars each year
Google Offers Virtual Hike Through the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon's remote location in the southwestern state of Arizona, make it hard for many to make the trip. Now, thanks to Google Maps, anyone with an internet connection can take a virtual hike through the rugged terrain
'60 Minutes' correspondent Steve Kroft examines how high-tech advances are reinventing the workplace, often without creating jobs for human beings
Developers and accessibility experts now say that the general approaches used in the web world can also apply to the rapidly expanding field of mobile devices and apps
The Internet Enhances Beer Muscles
Welcome to the seamy underbelly of the communications revolution
Taking a Break from Emails Decreases Stress
A study from the University of California and U.S. Army researchers says being cut off from email noticeably reduces stress and allows employees to focus better
Inside the Silicon Valley Gender Gap
At the biggest and most recognizable Internet companies there are a few powerful women in the C-suites, but very few are at the head of the boardroom table
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Bill Gates Talks Tech and Philanthropy
Bill Gates remains chairman of Microsoft, but he stepped back from his day-to-day role nearly five years ago, and now, with his wife Melinda, runs the world's largest charity
Spending time on Facebook is a social event. But what if you need a break? What if you're just tired of your friends; can you take a break and come back a few weeks later? That's the question researchers explored in their recent study
Facebook 'Unfriending' Triggers Real-life Consequences
Facebook users who decide to unfriend someone may trigger a series of real-life consequences which reach beyond cyberspace, according to a new study
Web Gadgets in United States Outnumber Americans
It's official-- there are more devices to connect you to the internet in America than Americans
Getting Organized: Developing an Organizational App
Cozi offers iPhone, Android and BlackBerry apps so members can access calendars and lists from wherever. Holly Mesrobian, Cozi's CTO, discusses the development work behind the organizer
Consumers Like Smartphones with Bigger Screens
In the world of smartphones, bigger is definitely better. According to a study, smartphones with bigger and wider screens sell better
Since Beijing, Twitter has grown from approximately just over six million users to 175 million active accounts, and the London Games are becoming touted as the first 'social media Games'
Big Cable's Plan to Lock Down Your Future
While the likes of Comcast and Time Warner Cable have every right to profit from their investments and services, they shouldn't abuse their dominant market share to remake our Internet in their image
A growing number of companies are skipping or abandoning apps, and the reasons why are something that every developer ought to consider
Tribute to the TV Remote Control
Trade in Your Old Gadgets for Cash or Credit
How to Conquer Tech Buyer's Remorse
Is Your Office Preparing For an iPad Insurgency?
Why the New iPad Features Don't Really Matter
The Role of Google+ in Business
Twitter Good Barometer of National Emotional State
Facebook Privacy Settings You Should Change Now
Facebook Business Strategies That Work
Are Your Employees Addicted to Social Media?
Woman Puts Husband Up For Sale on Craigslist
How to Be Successful:
Think Like Larry Ellison5 Smartphone Picks Made Simple
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New Programming Languages to Watch
Today, there are at least a dozen up-and-coming languages vying to become the next C++ or Java
Why Do We Need Intelligent Desktop Virtualization?
A vision of desktop virtualization as an evolution of desktop management that eliminates the compromise between IT and users
Security Issues for Multicore Processors
Multicore processers are increasingly common in everything from PCs to smartphones -- and increasingly attractive to hackers. Robert Watson explains the threats and how to mitigate them
Enterprise IT managers and developers have a number of tools at their disposal that address private cloud development from an open-source perspective
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DevOps: Indispensable Approach or Costly Distraction?
The task of getting software development and operations groups to cooperate is a perennial IT challenge. Into that particular divide steps DevOps
Where New Parallel Developments Fit Into Your Toolkit
The rise of multicore processors and programmable GPUs has sparked a wave of developments in parallel programming languages
HPC: Coming to an IT Shop Near You?
High-performance computing (HPC) solutions have long been deployed by Fortune 1000 accounts, but costs have prohibited implementation by smaller enterprises. Here's how cloud computing has changed the playing field
NoSQL databases are getting loads of attention, but does this technology really meet IT needs?
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Getting Physical with Virtual Servers
The inability to effectively manage data across both physical and virtual environments has forced IT shops to put off more serious cloud implementations. But there are emerging answers
University of Wisconsin Professor Mark Hill explains, Amdahl's Law is essential to understanding why coding is key to maximizing multicore performance
Near Field Communication: Niche Tech or Next Big Thing?
Vendors are adding this ultra-short-range wireless technology to devices such as smartphones and laptops, for applications such as electronic payment. Is this just scratching the surface of what NFC can do? Intel's NFC experts offer insight
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How to Pick the Right Cloud Provider
Why You Should Inventory Business Cloud Use
Tips for Building and Deploying Cloud-based Apps
Is Ruby on Rails a Crown Jewel?
The Next Disruptive Technologies
4 Collaboration Tools to Transform Your Projects
Ubiquitous Computing: Is Ubicomp at a Tipping Point?
How to Recover From a Social Media Mistake
5 Steps to a Successful Enterprise Wireless Strategy
5 Keys for Moving Enterprise Security to the Cloud
Project Management Tips From the Pros
How to Get the Best Service From IT Vendors
Mobile Pay Can Give You an Edge
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Cloud Computing: Cost, Efficiency and Security
Cost and efficiency still trump security, and that is unlikely to change. No CIO will last long if they reject efficiency savings from cloud services, just because security cannot be guaranteed. The cloud and cloud computing is expanding and is here to stay
Yahoo Shuts Down Several Projects
Yahoo chief executive officer Marissa Mayer has decided to cut several projects in order to save resources
Facebook 'Unfriending' Triggers Real-life Consequences
Facebook users who decide to unfriend someone may trigger a series of real-life consequences which reach beyond cyberspace, according to a new study
Stripping Down to 140 Characters
Nowhere should we be more attuned to social media than in international relations. Diplomacy has always been Darwinian: we have to evolve or die, just as diplomats did when sea routes opened up or the telephone was invented
False Tweets, Future Jailbirds?
Today's winner of the bonehead tweeting prize in my view goes to a 29-year-old hedge fund analyst Shashank Tripathi of New York, also known by the bold and audacious Twitter handle ComfortablySmug
Web Companies Need to Step Up on Protecting Kids Privacy
Everybody can agree that the privacy of children needs to be protected when they use the Internet. The question is, whose responsibility is it?
Germany's IT Watchdog Warns Users Against Internet Explorer
The German government agency controlling IT-safety is warning internet users against using Microsoft's Internet Explorer because of a potential security flaw
Hitching Social Media to Humanitarian Assistance
Citizen journalists say social media's impact is not limited to political rabble-rousing and that it can also be a useful tool in humanitarian emergencies
The Surprising Health Benefits of Texting
Did you know that adults send and receive an average of 41.5 text messages a day? But if those messages have smiley faces, or Web shorthand, it could be good for your mental health
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Boston Marathon Bombings: When Profiling Becomes a Real Menace
The meteoric rise of new Internet media has created a dangerous rise of send-before-you-think journalism, especially in do-it-yourself media. That puts a greater burden on news consumers to be skeptical about how and what they are being served
Pinterest Could Soon be Second Most Used Social Network
While Facebook won't be usurped any time soon from its top spot, the competition for second place is heating up as Pinterest is gaining ground on Twitter
Spending time on Facebook is a social event. But what if you need a break? What if you're just tired of your friends; can you take a break and come back a few weeks later? That's the question researchers explored in their recent study
A look at two books that celebrate the internet for its ability to undermine old tyrannies and increase the potential for democratic participation
What Tyrants Fear Most: Social Media
Most of the world's dictators share a common fear, and it's not of the United States, NATO, the United Nations or any outside entity. No, the force that most threatens them is social media
Although the technical implementation of the blocking has been subject to informed criticism by industry bodies, the powers granted over Russian website content are in fact nothing new
Google+ Users Happier than Facebook Users
Google+ received high marks for customer satisfaction on the Social Media Customer Satisfaction list. It beat out other social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter
Is There an Internet Off Switch?
What would happen if we suddenly lost access to the internet? What if the online services we have come to rely upon were unavailable? And is this too far-fetched or a real possibility?
Protesting used to mean turning up on cold, rainy days with a badly-made placard and hoping others would be there too
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Google Offers Virtual Hike Through the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon's remote location in the southwestern state of Arizona, make it hard for many to make the trip. Now, thanks to Google Maps, anyone with an internet connection can take a virtual hike through the rugged terrain
Arming The Information Highway Patrol
The internet has been an unprecedented engine for global development on every level. But there is a darker side to it, and the Government believes it is time to shine a strong light on those shadows
Bing's Marketing Campaign Shows People Prefer It Over Google
Microsoft's 'Bing it on' campaign is already showing encouraging results
RapidShare: Megaupload File-Sharing Pirates Are Unwelcome
The popular file-sharing service says it's gone on the straight and narrow
Is Social Media a Waste of Time?
You can get big payoffs from Facebook and Twitter -- but only if you use it wisely, says our expert blogger. Here's how
How to Watch TV for Free -- or Close to It
Still dropping money on cable? Welcome to the 21st century, where you can watch your favorite TV shows on the cloud -- for close to $0
Should You Talk Politics Online?
Absolutely! But be sure you're doing it right. Our expert blogger shows you how
Ten Ways to Keep Your Online Information Secure
As long as consumers take a few basic steps to help protect their information, security experts agree that online banking remains safe. Here are 10 steps consumers to take to make sure their information is safe
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New Facebook Effort Targets Educating School Counselors
How to Find Happiness on Social Networks
How to Boost Your Reputation and Build an Audience Online
Google Finds New Way to Deal with Websites That Infringe Copyrights
Should You Really Post That Comment?
Top 3 Kid-safe Social Networks
Social Networking Leads to Smoking, Drinking and Drug Use
5 Tips to Facebook Efficiently
How to Use Facebook So It Does not Use You
Should You 'Friend' Your Teens Online?
Should You Switch to Google+ ?
How Facebook and Your Free Time Can Get You Fired
Should You Ban Your Tweens From Facebook?
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Do You Take This Smartphone for Better or Worse?
I tepidly approached the empty stool next to her. 'Excuse me,' I said, my gaze traveling from her eyes downward. 'Not interested pal,' she replied curtly. 'May I just touch it for a moment? Better yet, can I hold it?'
Technology now makes it possible for people to live out their delusions in all their grandeur. Looking like you're great has replaced true greatness. And what's most concerning is that there are increasingly fewer people who can tell the difference
The Sad, Pathetic Personality of a Computer Hacker
My 79-year-old father looked at me through tears of frustration, staring at his PC. In just 24 hours, he had been shunned by dozens of people who, up until now, he thought were his friends
The Mob That New Technology Has Made
One touch of a button. One group e-mail. One Facebook post. And boom! Everyone knows everything. Or everyone is in one place. The ability to rally followers with a single post has shown its dark side, with the recent events in London and other places
Bashing Bosses on Social Media
I plan to do a job search by tweeting (through) Twitter. I will ask my followers to re-tweet my urgent need to get away from this horrible job and ugly boss to their followers, and ask everyone to tell me about any opening they hear about. I need my paychecks. Can I get fired for going online and dissing my boss?
Should You Talk Politics Online?
Absolutely! But be sure you're doing it right. Our expert blogger shows you how
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Facebook 'Unfriending' Triggers Real-life Consequences
Facebook users who decide to unfriend someone may trigger a series of real-life consequences which reach beyond cyberspace, according to a new study
4 Ways to Protect Your Kids Online
New research shows the increasing dangers kids face online. Here's how you can help
In an effort to keep up with my tech-savvy patients and their parents, I read a study from a well-known software maker that confirmed something we all know: Our kids are extremely wired
As a parent, you have the right to know what your teens are doing with their smartphones or laptops. Here's what you can do if you think your teen is sexting
While home-moviemaking has been possible in one shape or another for the last 70 years, the cameras were often expensive, klutzy and fragile. But it has come a long way since your uncle's Grand Canyon slides. Here's how home-filmmaking has been upgraded since then
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Spending time on Facebook is a social event. But what if you need a break? What if you're just tired of your friends; can you take a break and come back a few weeks later? That's the question researchers explored in their recent study
Here's Some Information You Don't Need
The central problem with the Information Age is ... information. Or, to put it another way ...
Advances in internet communications technology has broken down the barriers between peoples and nations. In this view, the spread of the 'freedom virus' -- the democratization of communications -- will bring about the further democratization of the world
The advent and power of connection technologies will make the 21st century all about surprises. Governments will be caught off-guard. For the media, reporting will increasingly become a collaborative enterprise between traditional news organizations and the quickly growing number of citizen journalists
Can You Get Fired for Your Blog Posts?
Before you talk smack about your employer on your blog or social networks, think twice: You could get yourself fired. Follow these pointers, though, and you'll minimize your chances of getting axed for what you post
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Woman Puts Husband Up For Sale on Craigslist
Should You Let Your Teens Blog?
Internet Powers Revolutions and Saves Lives
Virtual World No Substitute for Real One
Protect Youth From Online Harassment
Is Your Tween (Illegally) on Facebook?
4 Strategies to Avert Virtual Arguments
New Gadgets Straight From the Big Screen
Fresh Coinages From the Furnace of E-Culture
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Price-Fixing Suit Could be a Spot on Apple
The suit may have permanently changed the e-book market, and perhaps marred a trusted brand
Ready to revamp (or launch) your Twitter business strategy? Veteran tweeter Alexis Wolfer shares her tips
A little Internet fame never hurt anyone. Here's how to tweet to get results, whether it's more visibility for your work, site or message
Facebook Business Strategies That Work
Use Facebook right, and you'll boost your business image -- and your profits. Here's how
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eBay Unveils New Design, Launches Same Day Delivery Service
eBay has revealed a new look inspired by the increasing use of mobile devices for retail purchases and has introduced a same day delivery service
The Latest Buying Gimmick: 'Google Wallet'
'Mobile payment' is finally hitting primetime, and Google Wallet is the first 'digital wallet' entry.
How Apple's iCloud Changes Business
Apple's new iCloud offers cloud-minded IT pros some clout. But there are factors to consider about cloud storage, says our cloud-storage expert
When it comes to the mobile cloud, small businesses lead the way
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Google to be Top Ad Revenue Earner by End of this Year
According to market research firm eMarketer, search giant Google will have a 15.4 percent market share of total online ad revenue in the United States by the end of the year
Apple iPad 2: A Smarter Business Tool
If your organization wasn't ready to deploy the iPad before, now might be the time. Here's what to consider.
Why You Can't Ignore iPhone / iPad Security
Apple products no longer get a pass when it comes to security. Here's how to ensure iPhone and iPad security in your company
How to Recover From a Social Media Mistake
Managing a company's social reputation requires media-savvy strategies -- especially in a crisis, says global digital strategist Dallas Lawrence
Why You Should Inventory Business Cloud Use
Best Tablets for Your Business
The App Guide: 5 Must-have Shopping Apps
Mobile Pay Can Give You an Edge
Internet Polices Itself on Blogger Advertising Better Than the FTC Ever Could
Fairness in Advertising Must Extend to the Blogosphere
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Microsoft experiences cyberattack; employee computers affected
Hackers have found a new target in Microsoft. The software giant experienced a similar cyberattack when a small number of its computers were subject to malicious software
Report Highlights Economic Threat of Hacking
Officials say hackers pose a threat to the nation's economy and accuse China of carrying out the most cyber-attacks. Some estimates put the cost to the U.S. economy at tens of billions of dollars each year
Computer crime could soon pose a greater threat to world security than terrorism. Our author analyses the problem and looks at the ambivalent attitude of states towards countering it
Securing the Enterprise Better With Encryption Instructions
How to deploy encryption when its performance might otherwise be impractical
China's Cyber 'Predators' Must Be Stopped
Author of controversial cyber espionage bill says it would let U.S. stop predators, not spy on its own
McAfee's Edward Metcalf Shares Hybrid Rootkit-thwarting Strategy
Here's how security experts combine hardware and software techniques for a new layer of protection
A Game Plan for Protecting Stored Data
Data breaches threaten not only your customers' information, but your company's reputation too. Here's how to create a strong security policy to protect stored data
Why You Can't Ignore iPhone / iPad Security
Apple products no longer get a pass when it comes to security. Here's how to ensure iPhone and iPad security in your company
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Android targeted by malware and cybercriminals
Android, Google's mobile operating system, is a target for mobile malware according to a report recently compiled by Blue Coat Systems
Social media giant Twitter says it was hacked recently, in a sophisticated cyber attack that exposed the passwords and other information of about 250,000 users
Cyber Threats: Establishing the First Line of Defense
Much of the global cyber threat -- whether this is to critical infrastructure, the economy or the security of individuals -- takes the form of attacks on organizations outside government control
Why Linux Needs Malware Protection
Here's how enterprises and developers should be rethinking their assumptions about Linux platform and device security
Widespread Android Virus Could Hide in Popular App Updates
A chief officer with a leading cybersecurity company says hackers are rapidly setting their sights on Android, and it could cost users thousands of dollars in unwanted text messages
Here's what you need to do to keep your data safe when you're connecting to the cloud via free public Wi-Fi
Keep Your Data Safe When Telecommuting
If your home office is your work headquarters, then the Web is the key to your success. Check out these strategies to secure your devices to prevent data loss and virus invasions
Social Media and Privacy (or Lack Thereof)
Why is it that privacy is not a huge topic in social media?
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CISPA Effectively Addresses Threat of Cybercrime
CISPA represents the best, most flexible, and effective approach to developing a more robust and responsive cybersecurity infrastructure
How to Reduce Smartphone Security Risks
Employees using their own smartphones for work? Here's how to cope, says this mobile expert.
Information Security MBA's Teach Business Side of Cybersecurity
Business schools train grad students to handle security breaches and protect customer data
Cyber Security as a Wicked Problem
The litany of breaches, thefts and damage continues with ominous regularity, but why is cyber security such a difficult arena in which to make progress?
Here's how you can reduce the risk of online identity theft by taking these steps
Every year, thousands of customers run into online scams. Here are nine tips to keep you from being a victim
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5 Apps and Strategies for Mobile Security
5 Facebook Privacy Settings You Should Change Now
Security Tips for Your Smartphone or Tablet
Is Social Media Malware Infecting Your Business?
Why You Need Double Protection Now: Hardware and Software
Is It Safe to Post Photos Online?
Cyberwar Is the New Atomic Age
Russia: The No. 1 Base of Global Internet Attacks
Internet e-Mail Scams Target Job Seekers
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Crytek recently branched out into mobile games with Fibble, a physics-based puzzle game that focuses on the travails of a crash-landed extraterrestrial
What's Hot for Video Game Artists in 2012
With the technologies available in 2012, video game artists are no longer shackled to the desktop
Getting Acquainted With the 3D Generation
The past year's introduction and slow proliferation of 3D-enabled games, displays and laptops suggests that the next major frontier is on the horizon
'GoldenEye' is one of the classics of console FPS games. Is this game really so fun that it deserves yet another version in this short span of time? Cynical though I may seem, 'GoldenEye' is still a great game
Voltron: Defender of the Universe
Well, before Hollywood gets its claws on it and does the unthinkable, we might as well enjoy 'Voltron: Defender of the Universe' for what it is now
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EA Expands Medal of Honor Franchise With Warfighter
Electronic Arts used the Game Developers Conference to offer an initial look at its first-person shooter sequel, Medal of Honor Warfighter
Electronic Arts Incorporates Social Action Into New SimCity
One of the themes at this year's Game Developers Conference is games for change. Electronic Arts took this concept to heart with the development of SimCity
'Final Fantasy' may be the best known and most beloved Japanese RPG series out there. 'Type-0' is part of the Fabula Nova Crystallis subseries, which also includes 'Final Fantasy XIII' and 'Final Fantasy Versus XIII'
I love the 'Apples to Apples' board game. So, of course, I was curious to see what THQ was doing with the game, translating it to a digital format on Xbox Live Arcade. Here's how the game works, in case you've never played it
I'm all for an aggressive NASCAR game. So it made me happy to play 'NASCAR Unleashed' on the 360, with its simplistic arcade nature and its numerous options
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Tackling the Big Issues: PC Gaming Alliance
We've spoken to Matt Ployhar -- president of the PC Gaming Alliance -- before, but he's been up to a lot lately, so we followed up to get a closer look
Anyone who played the original Prey video game is in for something completely different with this sequel
I've never owned a Sony handheld, but 'WipeOut 2048' makes me want to join the club
Zombie Apocalypse: Never Die Alone
When Konami released 'Zombie Apocalypse' for download a couple of years ago, it brought forth an interesting arena shooting game in which the goal was to stay alive while battling hordes of the undead. The sequel, 'Never Die Alone,' expands on that with bigger areas and some personality-laden characters, benefiting as a result
'Sid Meier's Pirates' was remade in 2004 and it not only received amazing reviews from critics and gamers alike, but went down in gaming history as being one of the best pirate video games of all time. Even seven years later, it's still difficult to find a game that can outperform it. However, there is a new challenger to the pirate game throne in 'Pirates of Black Cove'
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Next-level Video Game Promotion
High School Teachers Make Video Gaming Academic
Tom Clancy's Rainbow 6 Patriots
Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
Fourth 'FIFA Street' Game Breaks from Its Past
Gears of War 3 Achievement Challenge
Top 11 Video Games for Fitness
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Microsoft Windows Blue to have added search functionality
Microsoft is working hard on its next operating software Windows Blue, which according to rumors, is slated for release this summer
Why Is Parallel Programming So Hard
With the advent of multicore processors, most programmers are still intimidated by true parallel programming. To help with the transition, we talked to distinguished IBM engineer Paul E. McKenney
Rain or Shine: Developing a Weather App
You can't do anything about the weather, but at least there's a bevy of apps that describe current conditions and offer forecasts
Android App Development: Some Devices Just Can't Handle It
Outdated Android devices can create challenges for developers and users. With so many of these devices on the market, though, Android app developers need to minimize that risk
Google Chrome Quickly Becoming Popular Among iOS Users
Google's popular and sleek Internet browser Chrome is quickly gaining steam in Apple's App Store. Chrome has already grabbed 1.5 percent of the browser market on Apple's iOS
A recent Apple patent application could flatten the iOS learning curve to the point that even novices can crank out apps. Here, three developers weigh in on how the proposed tool could affect the iOS ecosystem
Clearing the Online App Store Submission Hurdle
Getting your app into online app stores can be difficult. Fortunately, you can easily clear the hurdles with a few tips and workarounds
FDA Seeks to Tame Exploding Medical App Market
There are 40,000 medical applications and growing available for download. But that growth is in the crosshairs of new regulatory efforts from the FDA
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App Marketing: Standing out from the Pack
The number of apps for iOS and Android is only increasing. How many have the time and interest to look beyond the top dozen or so? Such is the app marketing challenge that developers face
Cracking the Carrier and Vendor Market
Want to get your app in the hands of a lot of people really fast? Convince an operator or vendor to preload it onto their device. One developer explains what it takes
App Developers Meet BlackBerry 10
Although BlackBerry 10 devices won't hit the market until early 2013, developers have been using it for months. Here's what they say about its features, the learning curve and why other developers should consider the OS
The hurdles of creating a retail app are unlike many other spaces. Try these tips from SmartHawk and take your retail app beyond brochureware
Drew Garcia, SugarSync's vice president of product management, recently shared his views on developing in the productivity space
The 25 Best Apps for iPads, iPhones and Droids
As the list of smartphone applications just keeps getting longer, Apple's slogan -- 'There's an app for that' -- is gaining the ring of truth. Below, staffers share picks that make their own lives easier or more fun
4 Apps to Manage Your Contacts
Is your address book getting unwieldy? Here's a quick overview of how the cloud can make it easier to organize -- and make better use of -- your contacts
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Integrated development environments (IDEs) aim to boost programmer productivity. Increasingly, those offerings are pushing into mobile development. Here’s an overview of the latest on open-source IDEs
If Apple launches a smaller iPad and a larger iPhone this year, will that device diversity force developers to revamp their apps? Yes, but that's not necessarily a bad thing
11 Free Apps to Keep Your Roadtrip on Track
Here are the 11 essential -- and free -- apps to make your road trip fast, fun and easier to navigate than an elevator trip
Mobile apps for tuning a variety of musical instruments are readily available, but a recently demonstrated iPad app expands the musician-helper category beyond those basic tools
App Developer Competitions: Worth It?
Mobile app makers who are eager to showcase new ideas can take advantage of an expanding outlet for their creativity: developer competitions
5 iPhone Apps I Cannot Live Without
Not all apps are a waste of time -- some can really improve your life. Here are my favorites
The Only 10 iPhone Health Apps You Need
Using a phone app is an easy way to track your health -- and even improve it. But with so many flooding the market, it's tough to figure out which ones are actually useful. So we got busy testing. Here are our top iPhone health app picks for simplicity, convenience and ease of use. Better health is just a download away
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Half of Global PC Users Use Illegal Software
Online Computer Backup Services Remove Hassle
The Only 10 Android Health Apps You Need
Best Phone Apps for Busy Women
New Applications Turning Cell Phones Into Medical Devices
The NFL's Highest-scoring Apps
Travel Apps for Your Smart Phone
Smart Phone Apps Help Stop Distracted Driving
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Google Fears Samsung's Android OS dominance
The massive success of Google's Android OS on Samsung smartphones has the search giant fretting. Samsung smartphones run on Android and it has dominated the global market
Apple iWatch Could Be Unveiled This Year
Apple's long rumored wristwatch is set to be unveiled this year. It's speculated that the wristwatch will be called iWatch and will run iOS. The project is the brainchild of chief designer Jony Ive
Smartphone and tablet users watch more movies on average
Smartphones and tablets are fast becoming popular for people who love to watch movies. According to Nielsen, smartphone and tablet users watched 9 percent and 20 percent more
Future Smart Devices Will Extend Our Senses
Imagine shopping for clothes online and being able to run your hand across the screen on your computer or smartphone to feel the fabrics. That kind of simulation technology could be available within the next five years
6 Apps for a Good Night's Sleep
Having trouble falling or staying asleep? Try one (or more) of these apps to smooth the way to a satisfying slumber
The Only Word You Need to Remember is 'Apple'
I recently purchased an iPad and, like most users, now spend every waking moment perusing the online App Store, randomly purchasing applications
Nice Gesture, But What Does It Mean
One step forward, two steps back. That's how Don Norman describes today's gesture-based user interfaces for smartphones, tablets and a growing assortment of other devices
Ultrabook devices extend and enhance the practical applications of smartphones and tablets by combining portability with the technology that's typically associated with high-performance laptops
Mobile devices and computing have come a long way. But where will they go next?
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Galaxy S4 Rumors Continue to Dominate Smartphone News
It is widely speculated and believed that Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy S4 at an event in New York City
Smartphones to Finally Outnumber Feature Phones this Year
Smartphones are expected to overtake the number of feature phones in worldwide sales this year, according to market research firm IDC
Google's Project Glass to become more stylish
Google's Project Glass will certainly innovate the way people use the Internet once it's offered to the public. Along with its functionality, Project Glass is also aiming to be very stylish
All the help you ever needed is just a few taps away. Here's the best iPhone apps for moms
How to Reduce Smartphone Security Risks
Employees using their own smartphones for work? Here's how to cope, says this mobile expert.
Mobile Hot Spot: How to Choose the Right One
Having to buy wireless coverage for each device you own can be a hassle. What's smarter and more efficient is to get one connection to the wireless carrier's network that can work for all devices and be at the ready when you're away from the office. What's the best way to do this? Let's review your options
Dozens of operators like AT&T are building networks based on Long-term Evolution (LTE), promising multimegabit download speeds. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of LTE
Cell Phone Radiation: 5 Ways to Minimize It Now
A flurry of research both affirms and denies the connection between cancer and cell phones. Here's how to stay safe until scientists reach a consensus
Books have taken a backseat to e-readers in the digital era. But with a bewildering range of gadgets -- from the Apple iPad to the upcoming BlackBerry PlayBook -- how do you know which one offers the best story for consumers? Our head-to-head e-book bash-up will give you a great read on the situation
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 to go head-to-head against iPad Mini
Samsung officially unveiled the Galaxy Note 8.0 at the Mobile World Congress in Spain
HP Shifting from PC Manufacturing to Tablets
With struggling global PC sales, computer manufacturer HP is shifting its focus to tablets. Chief executive officer Meg Whitman believes that HP still has what it takes to undergo innovation
4 Physical Therapy Apps That Speed Healing
Helping you heal from injury is now only a click away
If we had actual competition for mobile phone services in America, AT&T's decision to charge you more for less would never fly
At first glance, Apple's recently upgraded MacBook Air looks no different than the model launched last September. It's what's under the hood that's garnering the most attention.
How to Choose the Right Tablet
Thinking of buying a tablet? The iPad isn't the only candidate. Here are the top five tablets to consider.
Can a Tablet Replace Your Laptop?
It's easy to covet a tablet, with its sleek design, portability and fast performance. But is all that enough to replace a laptop? Here's the pros and cons of tablet devices
New Gadgets Straight From the Big Screen
The super-tech stuff we saw on the big and small screens are now largely a part of our everyday lives. Here's a run-down of just a few that have gone from outrageous to obvious, and from 'No way!' to everyday technology
Still squinting to figure out whether that's Leighton Meester or Minka Kelly on your screen? It's time to check out the new crop of movie phones. We pick our favorites
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Top 11 Technologies on the Verge of Extinction
Cut Your Carbon Footprint and Save Money With New Gadgets
Cool Technology Tools for a Carefree Life
Apple iPhone versus Google Android
New DVR Recorders Do More Than Record TV
Tools That Make it Easy to Network Home PCs
Portable Tech Gadgets You Need This Summer
Cool Technology and Gadgets for Hot Summer Fun
10 Cool Gadget Gifts for Grads
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Job Market Sucks? Not for Techies
Engineers, programmers and developers they're in high demand and short supply, enjoying not only their pick of jobs, but being courted by companies that want to bring them on board even when they're already employed
Navigating the Digital Job Market When You're Not Tech Savvy
The job search is becoming increasingly digital, with companies and recruiters turning to Twitter, LinkedIn, and blogs to find candidates. But where does that leave older and less tech-savvy job seekers.
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How to Land a Job in Tech Even if You Don't Write Code
Job seekers who aren't programmers or developers sometimes make the mistake of overlooking technology companies for their next job, but even workers who don't know how to write code can take advantage of the abundance of jobs in that sector. Here's how
Navigate the Booming Computer Science Market
Computer science students with either bachelor's or master's degrees are in demand now and are expected to be for the next decade.
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Rise in Social Media Jobs Means Opportunity for Job Seeker
Project Management Tips From the Pros
'60 Minutes' correspondent Steve Kroft examines how high-tech advances are reinventing the workplace, often without creating jobs for human beings
Protect Youth From Online Harassment
Although digital communities enable youths to socialize with peers and develop multimedia skills, these online forums also have risks. Fortunately there are ways for parents to help their children avoid these new types of harm
Google Unveils 'Find My Face' Recognition Tool
Google unveiled 'Find My Face' tool as the internet search giant made its first step into social facial recognition
Google Chrome: 3 Rare Features You'll Love
Chrome offers thousands of extensions that allow users to custom-build their browser for better searching, storing and privacy settings. Here are three reasons why I love Google Chrome
Apple Predicts 'Death of the Big Backpack' with New iPad Textbooks
Apple is set to dive headfirst into the education marketplace with the introduction of iBooks 2 for the iPad, which textbook manufacturers say will result in the 'reinvention the textbook'
Sure, the idea of an e-reader is cool. But is the actual experience of it worth it?
3 Sneaky New Online Scams to Avoid
Scammers are getting creative, moving past the good ol' 'stuck-in-Nigeria-need-money' scam. Here's how to stay ahead of them
The Pirate Bay to Fly 'Server Drones' to Avoid Law Enforcement
One of the world's largest BitTorrent sites is going to put servers on GPS-controlled aircraft drones in order to evade authorities who are looking to shut the site down
Thanks to the cloud, you can access these services from anywhere via any Web-connected device -- your tablet, smartphone, laptop, game console or PC. Check out these brilliant new applications and services delivered through the cloud
Security Issues for Multicore Processors
Multicore processers are increasingly common in everything from PCs to smartphones -- and increasingly attractive to hackers. Robert Watson explains the threats and how to mitigate them
Think Big When It Comes to Data Breaches
You might not face the same scrutiny as Apple when it comes to customer privacy, but you still have to plan, says data security expert Tsahy Shapsa
How to Boost Your Reputation and Build an Audience Online
Social media offers the most powerful way to connect with others, allowing you to network with thousands of people (literally!) from the comfort of your own home.
Seven Rules of Successful Bloggers
Are you passionate about something? Do you enjoy writing? Are you looking to distinguish yourself? Would you like to spend a few hours a week writing about topics that excite you? If so, starting a blog may be a smart option for you
Tips for Shopping With Your Smartphone
It's a good time to master the basics of mobile money
IT pro Andrew S. Baker shares his vision of the perfect tech-enabled workplace, including optimal cloud solutions, mobile tech and more
New Biography of Apple's Steve Jobs Paints Complex Portrait
Two weeks after his death, a biography provides insight into one of the world's greatest businessmen
4 Tech Tips for Parents to Embrace Digital Education
Here's some advice to keep up with your child's technology, while also keeping your family safe from digital traps
Apple iPhone 4S Sales Enjoy Strong Start
Sales of Apple's iPhone 4S topped one million on its first day
Android Smartphones Beat Sales of Apple iPhones
Smartphones running on Android operating system outsold Apple's iPhone in the second quarter of 2011. The competition for consumer smartphone loyalty is not only between buyers of the devices but also among app developers who now are also designing apps for the more popular Android
The Role of Google+ in Business
The online search giant took aim at Facebook when it launched Google+, a social network that combines old services (Google Profiles, Google Buzz, etc.) with new. But is Google+ strictly for consumers, or can its applications benefit businesses too?
Mobile Hot Spot: How to Choose the Right One
Having to buy wireless coverage for each device you own can be a hassle. What's smarter and more efficient is to get one connection to the wireless carrier's network that can work for all devices and be at the ready when you're away from the office. What's the best way to do this? Let's review your options
Still squinting to figure out whether that's Leighton Meester or Minka Kelly on your screen? It's time to check out the new crop of movie phones. We pick our favorites
The Long-term Commitment of Embedded Wireless
Wireless machine-to-machine (M2M) communications gives enterprises new options for tracking assets, reducing overhead costs, ensuring employee safety and delivering value-added services. But what happens when the underlying wireless technology gets phased out?
Facebook and Google Build DIY Servers
More Internet companies are building their do-it-yourself servers instead of ordering them from computer makers because they can't find the specs they need from major manufacturers
Ways to Stay Safe While Shopping Online
With more shoppers than ever going online for holiday shopping, many are inadvertently leaving themselves vulnerable to online fraud and scams. Here are 10 ways to avoid becoming a victim this holiday season
10 Ways to Stay Safe While Shopping Online
With more shoppers than ever turning to mobile devices and computers for holiday shopping, many are inadvertently leaving themselves vulnerable to online fraud and scams. Here are 10 ways to avoid becoming a victim this holiday season
4 Twitter Tips for Business Success
Ready to revamp (or launch) your Twitter business strategy? Veteran tweeter Alexis Wolfer shares her tips
Twitter: How to Tweet to Get Results
A little Internet fame never hurt anyone. Here's how to tweet to get results, whether it's more visibility for your work, site or message
Cloud computing adopters may find an unanticipated edge when moving to this IT model: the ability to trim energy consumption
How to Reduce Smartphone Security Risks
Employees using their own smartphones for work? Here's how to cope, says this mobile expert.
The Cloud: A Security Solution for Small Business
The cloud makes disaster-recovery planning far easier for small businesses. Here's why
Steve Jobs: 5 Secrets of Success
Thirty-five years after creating Apple, Steve Jobs has stepped down. Here's what you can learn from the mastermind who changed the face of technology
Apple's Steve Jobs: Not Quite Henry Ford
Above all, Steve Jobs brought an elegant sense of aesthetics to an industry that was, up to then, innocent of it
One Thing Steve Jobs Couldn't Change: Our Mortality
No doubt Steve Jobs had an impact on the world. The man who shaped Apple into the most influential company of our time also changed global technology forever. On the other hand, Steve Jobs is a harsh yet humbling reminder that we can never overpower our mortality
3 Gadgets That Transformed Business
It's difficult to look around and not see the profound impact that new technologies have had on our culture
What Can the Cloud Do For You?
Chances are part of your head is already in the clouds: Are you on Facebook? Have you tried out Google Docs? Do you watch movies on Netflix? Then, you've used a cloud-based service; you just didn't realize it.
It used to be that you were either a Mac or a PC. Now you can add another category of operating system: cloud
How Apple's iCloud Changes Business
Apple's new iCloud offers cloud-minded IT pros some clout. But there are factors to consider about cloud storage, says our cloud-storage expert
The Cost of Paying for Netflix
What do Netflix's price changes mean for subscribers, and how stupid is splitting the costs on unlimited DVD and streaming plans?
Future for Slates, Tablets and iPads
Matt Ployhar takes a look at the future of the slate form factor and its potential impact on everything from console gaming to Windows 8
Small Business Video: Life After the Flip
Want to enhance your brand with online video? Our expert blogger from VideoGenie tells you how
Every year, the tech industry goes gaga over CES, the annual Las Vegas trade show that represents the world's largest gathering of new consumer-electronic wizardry. We media types get to peruse the newest, coolest technology before it hits stores. And then we get to tell you what you'll be buying over the next 12 months. It's really a win-win all around. Here's what we saw
4 Ways to Protect Your Kids Online
New research shows the increasing dangers kids face online. Here's how you can help
That's Entertainment: 3D Leaps From Theater to Home
James Cameron propelled 3D entertainment into the mainstream by achieving extraordinary success on the big screen. Now he has his eye on a new frontier: home entertainment
Why Investors Should Keep Their Eyes on the Cloud
Analysts say cloud computing will revolutionize the way we use technology
Take Advantage of Free Shipping Deals This Holiday Season
Skipping shipping and handling costs for online purchases can go a long way toward helping you stick to a holiday budget.
Online Shopping Deals Hurt State Budgets
When the final receipts are tabulated, consumers are expected to have spent a record $1.2 billion on Cyber Monday. And, say some groups and lawmakers, state budgets will have missed out on large sums of tax dollars to which they are rightfully entitled
FBI Wants to Monitor Social Media for 'Emerging Threats'
The FBI wants to develop a program that would track Twitter and Facebook updates
10 Ways to Stay Safe While Shopping Online
With more shoppers than ever turning to mobile devices and computers for holiday shopping, many are inadvertently leaving themselves vulnerable to online fraud and scams. Here are 10 ways to avoid becoming a victim this holiday season
Cloud Computing:
Protect Yourself Online
The cloud's features we love most also leave our families vulnerable, but you can use the cloud without compromising your privacy.
Best Tablets for Your Business
Thanks to the success of Apple's iPad, tablets are taking the market by storm. Tech expert Marc Saltzman guides you through the new offerings
Computers and televisions have finally gotten together, and their offspring is just taking their baby steps out into the market. The big news at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas this year was Connected TV (aka Smart TV or Internet TV). So what is it, and why should you care?
We work on dozens of video projects with the best companies and finishing houses in New York City, and they're all trying to figure out how to work 3-D. Not technically -- that part is straightforward -- but as part of their business. They're not getting a lot of calls for it, so they're trying to figure out how to price it and market it
Are Free Public Wi-Fi Networks Safe?
Free Wi-Fi connections can be tempting for traveling employees. And hey, you can't blame them, as one less item on an expense report can make them look better -- especially if your company is tightening its belt. But talking to them about the risks can help protect them -- and you
The Future According to Google
Google is disruptive in the marketplace, and they'll continue to try to solve complex problems. Here's a sampling of what Google is working on these days
Angry at your neighbor's brazen takeover of the shared sidewalk? Insulted by your obnoxious boss? Cowed by that pushy co-worker who takes all the credit for your hard work? Don't stress. Technology will facilitate your revenge. Fame awaits you if you video your revolt and post it on YouTube
You have a paper due, and you're one of those students who put the 'pro' in procrastination. But you figure you have plenty of time to bang that baby out before deadline … that is, until your computer starts acting up. Before you hit the panic button, read on to push your worries aside and troubleshoot common computer issues with these quick and easy do-it-yourself fixes
Do You Need an iPad for Your Small Business?
Apple hasn't been a huge player in the business market. For the past 20 years or so, small businesses have mostly chosen Windows-based PCs over Macs -- and Macs are, after all, more expensive. Although it's unlikely that any major changes are in store, Apple has opened a new front in the small-business market with the iPad. Here's the pros and cons of an iPad for your small business
Cloud Tools to Boost Your Productivity
Do you think of the Web as procrastination central? It can be, but there are also tons of tools out there that can actually help you get things done. Countless cloud tools and services like Ciaburri's preferred one allow you to access your files and collaborate with others from just about any device or computer. Here are five cloud tools that will help you get more done today
Government Takes a Step Toward Cloud Computing
Each year, the U.S. government spends approximately $80 billion on information technology, making it the largest consumer of IT in the world. But because of a drawn-out budgetand approval process, which often takes as long as three years -- an eon in the tech world -- federal agencies lag far behind the private sector when it comes to IT
M.B.A. Programs Are Biting Apple's iPad
While the iPad can prove to be a welcome distraction thanks to the bevy of games and creative apps available, several top business schools are measuring their effectiveness as teaching tools, not toys. And they're pleased with the early results
Nobel Winner Right About Risks of e-Books
When I interviewed Mario Vargas Llosa a few days ago on the occasion of his well-deserved and long overdue Nobel Prize in literature, one of the things that most caught my attention was his opinion about electronic books. He made no secret about his anxiety over the future of literature in the age of the e-book
Is Our Obsession With Internet-Based Media Veering Into Addiction?
Smart Tools For a Paperless Home
Formspring.me - Teens' Ugly Scrawlings Go High Tech
iPad Launch: Perils of the iPad
iPad Launch: What Buyers Need to Know
'Dotcom' Turns 25: Predictions for What Comes Next
Costly Incompatible Glasses Threaten 3D TV Sales
4G Networks Promise True Wireless Broadband
GPS: Cool Devices That Know Where They Are
Myths About Windows 7: Fine new OS Arrives Amid Cloud of Confusion
FCC 'Net Neutrality' Rules Would Keep the Web Free for Speech and Trade
FCC Could Mess Up Internet With 'Net Neutrality' Rules No One Needs
Securing the Information Highway
How to Save With Cutting-Edge Tech
Ease the Paper Chase by Going Digital
Suddenly Instant Photos Are Everywhere
Technology Opens Doors for Investors
A Guide to All the New E-Readers
5 Ways New Media Are Changing Politics
Cities With the Fastest Internet Connections
Apple's iPad: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Apple's iPad: 5 Reasons Why the Apple Tablet Will Flop
Ultimate HDTV HD Television Buying Guide
An Amazon Kindle for Every Student
Put the Brakes on Driving While Texting
The Call of the Highway (From a Cell Phone)
Five Reasons Why My iPod Is My Favorite Game System
What's New in Consumer Technology and Electronics
Rise of Miniature Medical Robots: Fantasy Fast Becoming Reality
Staying Connected Gets Smarter, Faster and Cheaper
The Biggest Technology Flops of the Decade
Mobile Tech That Stole the Decade
Google Unleashes Diverse Army of Android Phones
iCandy: Tech Gifts Beautiful Inside and Out
Tips for Buying the Perfect Digital Camera
Software Magic: New Software Tags & Organizes Your Digital Photos
Planet of the Apps: Apple iPhone's Top 25 Free Games
8 Picture-Perfect Websites for Sharing Photos & Videos Online
Secrets to Saving Your Laptop and Data
10 Reasons Google Voice Will Rock the Phone World
Companies Give Some of Their Best Discounts On Twitter & Facebook
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