By an 11-11 tie, the Senate Commerce Committee failed to approve a Democrat-backed amendment that would have ensured all Internet traffic is treated the same no matter what its “source” or “destination” might be. My Continue reading “Senate deals blow to Net neutrality”.
A security researcher in Singapore with expertise in rootkits has created a working prototype of new technology that is capable of creating undetectable malware, which could affect even the most-secure Windows Vista x64 systems. Thank Continue reading “Prototype Software Creates 100% Undetectable Malware On Vista”.
A federal judge on Wednesday gave preliminary approval to a settlement in a lawsuit that accused Yahoo Inc. of not adequately protecting advertisers from a practice known as “click fraud,” the Wall Street Journal reported. Continue reading “Judge approves Yahoo “click fraud” settlement”.
Apple Computer Inc. might delay introduction of its newest iPod music and video players, American Technology Research analyst Shaw Wu wrote in a report. The delay moves the Apple vPod from 2006 to 2007, which Continue reading “Analyst predicts Apple vPod delayed till 2007”.
Consumers wanting to ditch old printers, personal computers or other electronics gear made by Dell Inc. will soon be able to recycle them for free, chairman Michael Dell announced Wednesday. Dell gets the thumbs up Continue reading “Dell to offer free recycling for products”.
Tyan Computer, a specialist high-end motherboard and system maker, has introduced the Typhoon PSC personal supercomputer range, delivering supercomputer power in a mobile, desk-side unit. Typhoon models can accommodate up to eight processors and 64GB Continue reading “Tyan introduces the Typhoon PSC personal Super Computer”.
Micron’s diversification efforts resulted in a larger-than-expected profit in its third quarter, although sales fell short of Wall Street expectations. The Boise, Idaho, company said it earned $89 million, or 12 cents a share, in Continue reading “Micron Beats Earnings Estimates”.
After years of being “helpless” against casual pirates, Microsoft is considering making WGA required beginning this fall. In short, if you don’t install it, your copy of Windows XP will shutdown. Of course, as far Continue reading “WGA XP killswitch tentatively set for Autumn”.
Corsair Memory today announced the introduction of two new DDR2-800 low latency 2GB kits. Designed with the advanced users in mind who demand performance, aesthetics and functionary in one package, the new TWIN2X2048-6400C4PRO and TWIN2XP2048-6400C4 Continue reading “Corsair Launches PC2-6400 C4 Memory in Pro & Expert Series”.
Fudo over at The Inq. says that Intel is not supporting SLI on its Conroe-supporting motherboards. Up until now, he, and his, sources have blamed it all on Nvidia but it turns out that Fudo Continue reading “Conroe Platforms WIll Not Be Able To Run SLI Graphics”.
Intel agreed to sell a division that makes processors for handheld devices to Marvell for $600 million. Not a small chuck of money by any means. Watch out Intel is trying to turn into a Continue reading “Marvell Buys Intel Processor Unit For $600 Million”.
Consumers are willing to pay up to an extra 108 ($197) for a PC containing fewer chemicals, a survey has found. People also feel manufacturers should take responsibility for the disposal of old machines, the Continue reading “PC users ‘want greener machines’ and are willing to pay”.
FON, a Spanish start-up on an ambitious crusade to turn home Wi-Fi connections into wireless “hotspots” for nearby users, is set to unveil Monday a plan to hand out 1 million wireless routers for just Continue reading “Spanish Wi-Fi Company Sells Wireless Routers For Five Dollars”.
For years, the U.S. military has wanted a plane that could loiter just outside enemy territory for more than a dozen hours and, on command, hurtle toward a target faster than the speed of sound. Continue reading “Pentagon developing supersonic shape-shifting assassin: Switchblade”.
ell phone emissions excite the part of the brain cortex nearest to the phone, but it is not clear if these effects are harmful, Italian researchers reported on Monday They had 15 young male volunteers Continue reading “Cell phone signals excite brain, study finds”.