Cutting the cord Nov 13, 2009
Just like a dongle now put in a laptop or home computer. " But Phil Sayer, principal analyst at Forrester Research, urges us not to start drawing up our landline cancellation requests just yet. Anyone who remembers the hype which surrounded 3G in the late 1990s will know where he's coming from. HOW AFRICA 'LEAPFROGGED' UK Africa has the fastest-growing mobile phone market in the world In countries like South Africa, mobile phones outnumber fixed lines by eight-to-one Millions of Africans use... (BBC News -- UK)
Intel Settles with AMD, but Antitrust Issues... Nov 13, 2009
Intel Settles with AMD, but Antitrust Issues Linger. Thursday, November 12, 2009. (Fox News)
The scary waste of 'vampire power' Nov 12, 2009
Every electrical item you leave plugged in, from your home computer to your high-def, flat-screen TV, draws power even while it's turned off. This "vampire power" drain adds up, costing consumers about 10 billion a year, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Gary Brown: Considering the dangers of self-improvement overload Nov 12, 2009
I ve been reading computer books and memory-improvement books for years, and I still sometimes have trouble operating a home computer because I can t recall my password. Still, there is a danger of a self-improvement overload. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Download - The World Today Nov 11, 2009
When they're not being used machines like microwaves sit there sucking up electricity, along with the LED (light emitting diode) clock on the DVD (digital video disc) player and the flashing light of the home computer on standby. It might not seem a lot, but the International Energy Agency's Dr Nigel Jollands says it is costing money and the environment. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Sport)
Lists Finally (At Last!) Make Twitter Worthwhile Nov 11, 2009
Lists Finally (At Last. Lists Finally (At Last. (Fox News)
Beware Of Computer Viruses And Child Porn Nov 10, 2009
(November 9, 2009)Theres evidence of computer viruses that turn your computer into a repository for someone elses collection of illegal child pornography, without you knowing it. The same viruses that can be used to swipe your credit card numbers and dial up remote computers can also be used to surf the Internet for child porn and whats worse, pedophiles can remotely store and view their photos and videos from your machine without fear of getting caught. (KWTX.com, TX)
Garden ideas from books to the Web Nov 10, 2009
Find portfolio series, such as "Geneva's garden" on Gratz Park by Louis Bickett; or Larry Daughtery's "Kentucky images" of beasts and butterflies, which takes you on a nature tour from your home computer. I love the idea, by someone who goes by Uloo, of photographing Kentucky's waterfalls, and the Red River Gorge fall color shots are fantastic. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Soprano family values Nov 10, 2009
A Brooklyn teacher was sentenced to five years in prison for downloading child porn to his home computer. "The Circle" arrives at a pivotal time in Bon Jovi's career. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Holiday Shopping Guide: HDTVs Explained Nov 10, 2009
Friday, November 06, 2009. Can you tell the difference between this LCD TV and a very similar plasma set. (Fox News)
Library so much more than books Nov 8, 2009
The library's entire catalog is also now on line, allowing card holders to search the virtual "racks" from the comfort of their home computer and reserve selections for later pick-up. In a recent meeting with The Standard's editorial board, Phillips explained that libraries are increasingly becoming community centers that reach out to draw the public in. (Montana Standard, MT)
Goof-Proof Gadget Guide Nov 7, 2009
Holiday Shopping Guide: HDTVs Explained. Friday, November 06, 2009. (Fox News)
Hasan Reportedly Felt U.S. Attacked Islam Nov 7, 2009
Authorities on Friday seized Hasan's home computer, searched his apartment and took away a Dumpster as the 39-year-old Army major lay in a coma in the hospital, attached to a ventilator. While it's early in the investigation, investigators are looking at the case as a "lone wolf" situation, senior law enforcement officials told CBS News correspondent Bob Orr. (CBS News -- Health)
4 Minutes of Chaos... Nov 7, 2009
They seized his home computer in hopes of trying to discern a motive. Lt. Gen. Robert Cone, the top commander at Fort Hood, said soldiers at the base have told investigators Maj. (The Drudge Report)
Profile of Fort Hood suspect emerges Nov 7, 2009
Authorities on Friday seized Hasan's home computer, searched his apartment and took away a Dumpster as the 39-year-old Army major lay in a coma in the hospital, attached to a ventilator. There are many unknowns about the man authorities say is responsible for the worst mass killing on a U.S. military base. (MSNBC -- International)
Ballmer Calls Windows 7 Sales 'Fantastic' Nov 6, 2009
Ballmer Calls Windows 7 Sales 'Fantastic. Thursday, November 05, 2009. (Fox News)
Cybersecurity Fears? Check Google Dashboard Nov 6, 2009
Check Google Dashboard. Thursday, November 05, 2009. (Fox News)
Texas Woman Sues Facebook for Privacy Violations Nov 6, 2009
Thursday, November 05, 2009. Wildly popular social networking site Facebook faces a privacy lawsuit from a Texas woman. (Fox News)
My week creating a 'digital memory' Nov 5, 2009
" Priceless memory, huh? Not so much. After a week of testing out researcher Gordon Bell's theory of "Total Recall," I've decided it has potential -- but also serious limits. Bell argues in a recent book that people are developing "e-memories" to supplement the finite and fleeting info we store in our brains. For a decade, he recorded most of the details of his life in an effort to compile a searchable, digital memory. A computerized memory of my life could be useful. Maybe I'd use it to settle... (CNN)
Best Buy to Start Selling Digital Movies Nov 4, 2009
Tuesday, November 03, 2009. SAN FRANCISCO Best Buy Co. is trying to nudge consumers away from its stores' DVD aisles by making it easier for them to rent and buy movies over high-speed Internet connections. (Fox News)
Record numbers use IRSs e-file in 2009 Nov 3, 2009
Taxpayers who use a home computer to file taxes electronically are an increasingly significant segment of e-filers, IRS officials said. More than a third of electronic returns more than 32 million were filed from a home computer, which represents an increase of almost 19 percent from last years record of 27 million. (FCW.com)
Most Tennesseans prefer e-file for taxes Nov 3, 2009
Taxpayers who e-file from a home computer continue to be an increasingly significant segment of those who e-file. More than 32 million returns were filed from home computers in 2009, an increase of almost 20 percent over last year. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Police: NJ mom stabbed son, self over custody fear Nov 2, 2009
According to police in Coral Springs, about 45 miles north of Miami, Matthew was playing music on a home computer. William was watching television nearby and complained the volume was too loud. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Texas mom fights porn Nov 1, 2009
DALLAS A North Texas woman, shocked after learning her ex-husband allegedly made their daughters watch pornography on a home computer, has set out to challenge a state law established to protect the privacy of parents. 11 News Video 11 News video Oct. 30, 2009. (KHOU.com, TX)
Breach sparks furor over Hill cybersecurity Nov 1, 2009
In the breach, the report was disclosed inadvertently by a junior committee staff member, who had apparently stored the file on a home computer with "peer-to-peer" software, congressional sources said. The popular software allows computer users to share music or other files and is easily available online. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Burn Your Business Cards Nov 1, 2009
8 Tech Trends for 2010. Saturday, October 31, 2009. (Fox News)
Lobbyist's alleged threat on Nunes revealed Oct 31, 2009
The 22-page report was mistakenly made available through file-sharing programs used by a junior staffer working on a home computer, the ethics panel reported. The staffer has been fired. (Fresno Bee)
8 Tech Trends for 2010 Oct 31, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009. Inventor and CEO stphane doutriaux shows off the Poken, a reason to burn your business cards. (Fox News)
Leak lays bare US Congress ethics probes... Oct 31, 2009
The document was leaked to The Washington Post after a junior ethics staff member saved it on the hard drive of a home computer. The staff member, who had information sharing software, didn't realize that someone could download the file but was subsequently fired anyway. (The Drudge Report)
House targets ethics-inquiry breach Oct 31, 2009
In the breach, the report was disclosed inadvertently by a junior committee staff member, who had apparently stored the file on a home computer with "peer to peer" software, congressional sources said. The popular software allows computer users to share music or other files and is easily available online. (AZCentral -- News)
Best Buy's Big British Invasion Oct 30, 2009
As part of its partnership, Carphone Warehouse has launched stores under the Best Buy Mobile banner in the US, while Best Buy has already introduced its world-renowned Geek Squad, a home computer support service, into the UK.. Carphone Warehouse plans to split into two separately listed businesses: Talk Talk, its broadband business, and Best Buy Europe, its retail division, by March 2010. (BusinessWeek)
Preparing for a pandemic Oct 29, 2009
Workers will be able to open their home computer and find a trinket has been installed on their desktop to allow them to access company files remotely, he says. Some industries are considerably more exposed than others to the threat of pandemics, with airlines, cruise ships and other transport companies in the direct line of fire. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Review: HP TouchSmart all-in-one PC Oct 29, 2009
Rather than positioning its Vostro all-in-one PC as a home computer. 25 Aug. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
MySpace Talks Content-Sharing with Facebook Oct 29, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009. The social network wars may be over as traditional rivals Facebook and MySpace reveal they're in talks about sharing content. (Fox News)
iPhone, Meet Verizon's Android Oct 29, 2009
iPhone, Meet Verizon's Droid. Wednesday, October 28, 2009. (Fox News)
Sony, Toshiba Face Antitrust Investigation Oct 29, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009. The US Justice Department is investigating possible violations of antitrust law in the optical disc drive industry. (Fox News)
Teen accused of killing brother 'can't fathom' what went wrong, lawyer says Oct 28, 2009
Police said Gorzynski stabbed his brother Matthew, 14, during an argument Monday about a noisy home computer. "It's something he can't even fathom," Roderman said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Facebook Redesign Sees Dead People Oct 27, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009. Facebook's latest revamp has upset some members by recommending they get in touch with friends who have died. (Fox News)
Big in Japan: Burger King Sells Windows 7 Whopper Oct 27, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009. Microsoft is celebrating the release of Windows 7 in Japan with a Burger King promotion for the Windows 7 Whopper. (Fox News)
Mother accused in sex case charged with witness tampering Oct 25, 2009
Flagler sheriff's investigators initially charged David and Carla Rhea Maldonado after a CD containing photos from the couple's home computer surfaced in November 2008. Included were 16 images that investigators said David Maldonado took of Carla Maldonado molesting the victim, reports state. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Microsoft Opens First Retail Store Oct 24, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009. Customers are greeted by cheering employees as the doors to the first Microsoft retail store open Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (Fox News)
'Unbreakable' Windows 7 may lock out the law Oct 24, 2009
However, he escaped a lengthy prison sentence as police were unable to crack an encryption code on his home computer and view the illegal footage. He was instead placed on two years' probation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
The new normal of shopping: deals, deals and more deals Oct 22, 2009
Jot down the item and first do some research using your smart phone or home computer to confirm you are getting the best deal out there. Ask for an after-the-fact markdown. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Google to Unveil Music Search Oct 22, 2009
Wednesday, October 21, 2009. LOS ANGELES Google Inc. will launch music search pages next week and include ways for consumers to buy songs for download, according to people familiar with the matter. (Fox News)
8 Hidden Gems in Windows 7 Oct 21, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009. Windows 7 is more than just a band-aid for your struggling computer. (Fox News)
Save school libraries Oct 21, 2009
anarchist wrote on Oct 15, 2009 9:45 AM:" Wow, elimination of the school library. Now how brilliant is that? No wonder half the kids graduating from school can't read or write, if they even graduate. Why don't we just tell the kids to look up everything they need to know on the internet with their home computer and just close down the whole school. Now that would be some worthwhile savings! ". pinecone wrote on Oct 15, 2009 6:39 PM:" We should eliminate the head football coach before we... (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
COMEDY CENTRAL(R) and Twentieth Television Reach Agreement for Syndication Basic Cable Rights to FX Comedy Series 'It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia' Beginning in Summer 2010 Oct 21, 2009
Initially shot by McElhenney, Howerton and Day on a hand-held digital camera and edited on a home computer for $200 - most of which went to pay for pizza and the cost of gasoline to drive to location shoots - FX picked up the show and re-shot the pilot (for a price significantly higher than that of the original $200). "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" was created by McElhenney and is executive produced by McElhenney, Day and Howerton. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
It's Always Sunny' on Comedy Central Oct 21, 2009
It was originally created by McElhenney, Howerton and Day on a hand-held camera and then edited on a home computer for a total of about $200. FX picked it up and reshot the pilot (at a considerably higher price, notes the network). (Multichannel News)
T-Mobile: Not All Sidekick Data Is Lost Oct 21, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009. T-Mobile Sidekick owners may get some of their data back, claim the wireless carrier. (Fox News)
EU May Ease Copyright Laws for Scanning Books Oct 20, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009. BRUSSELS The European Commission said Monday it may revise copyright law to make it easier for companies like Google Inc. to scan printed books and distribute digital copies over the Internet. (Fox News)
More Twitter Lunacy: Australian Judge OKs Twitter in Court Oct 20, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009. Individual Australian judges will decide if court cases can be covered live on Twitter. (Fox News)
Windows 7 to salvage Vista 'train wreck' Oct 19, 2009
" He added that Windows 7 works "surprisingly well" on netbooks -- low-cost bare-bones laptop computers that have devoured market share in the recent grim economic times. Windows 7 will be available pre-loaded on personal computers as of Thursday, and people who bought Vista machines in recent months will be able to upgrade free. Upgrading a home computer to Windows 7 will cost from 120 US dollars to 220 US dollars, depending on the version. As well-built as Windows 7 is, it probably won't boost... (Channelnewsasia.com)
The scary waste of 'vampire power' Oct 18, 2009
Every electrical item you leave plugged in, from your home computer to your high-def, flat-screen TV, draws power even while it's turned off. This "vampire power" drain adds up, costing consumers about 10 billion a year, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Google on Endless Search for New Worlds to Conquer Oct 17, 2009
Google on an Endless Search for New Worlds to Conquer. Friday, October 16, 2009. (Fox News)
Study: Over Half College Students Set iPods Too Loud Oct 17, 2009
Friday, October 16, 2009. WASHINGTON More than half of college students are at risk of permanent hearing lost from personal music players, according to a new study. (Fox News)
Divided Cuban Community Meets on 'Planet Facebook' Oct 16, 2009
Divided Cuban Community Meets on 'Planet Facebook. Thursday, October 15, 2009. (Fox News)
transcript of the webchat Oct 16, 2009
I ve tried in the past to take home computer boxes and put them with the recycling, only for the binmen to refuse to take them because the bin was too full - how can anyone be asked to take recycling seriously with approaches like this. Hilary replies: Rich, it really makes sense - as you have just pointed out - for councils to manage household and commercial waste together. (10 Downing Street)
Officer Arrested Oct 16, 2009
Lets think about it wrote on Oct 15, 2009 1:40 PM:" An IPSO deputy is accussed of having dirty pics on his home computer. We immediately jump at the chance to take some dirty shots at the Sheriff. Well, a Jeanerette school teacher was caught sleeping with a student. Are we going to start taking cheap shots at the Parish leaders for having a child molester in our schools. No, you want to bash the Sheriff for no good reason. Check the facts first.He's sick and I hope he's delt with. Keep the... (New Iberia, LA)
Touch control hits the small screen Oct 16, 2009
The family PC is about to bust its way out of the study as new touch technology reminiscent of Minority Report gives birth to the wall-mounted home computer. PC makers are now putting the finishing touches on a legion of laptops and computers with sophisticated multi-touch capabilities to coincide with the release of the touch-screen friendly Windows 7 operating system. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Google Unveils New e-Book Service Oct 16, 2009
Thursday, October 15, 2009. FRANKFURT Google is launching a new service for booksellers next year called Google Editions, which will let readers buy books and read them anywhere on gadgets ranging from cell phones to possibly e-book devices. (Fox News)
Working To Keep a Grip Oct 16, 2009
Looking for Homecoming Information. Courtesy OSR Sting EXTRA: Radakovich says media and attitudes evolve quickly. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Microsoft Stuns With New Windows That Works: Tech by Rich Jaroslovsky Oct 16, 2009
Drivers were my own personal hell when I upgraded my home computer to Vista from its predecessor, , a couple years back, and the decision to maintain the driver model means Ive largely already paid my dues on that front. In fact, on the three Windows 7 machines Im running presently, Ive only encountered one conflict, involving a several-years-old LaserJet printer/fax. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Battle of the smartphones begins Oct 15, 2009
It allows users, for instance, to switch between applications in the same way as programs are multi-tasked on a home computer. It has been touted as an "iPhone killer" since its release in the US in June. (BBC News -- UK)
Windows 7 is strong, but dont pay to upgrade Oct 15, 2009
Given that regular backups are essential for a home computer, one can only hope that this will be an unusual problem that gets fixed promptly. Another disappointment is that Windows 7 doesn't seem to improve boot-up times. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Porn suspect a deputy Oct 15, 2009
An Iberia Parish Sheriff s Office sergeant was arrested Tuesday after authorities reportedly discovered child pornography on his home computer. Sgt. Keith Koen of New Iberia resigned his post in the support services division of the Sheriff s Office after his arrest. (New Iberia, LA)
