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Microsoft to start blocking adware that lacks easy uninstall

The company revised the policies for classifying, detecting and handling adware programs in its security software

Snowden leaks erode trust in Internet companies, government

Users are scaling back Internet use out of fears of govt. surveillance, Harris survey finds

Microsoft eases development for Windows and Windows Phone with new App Studio

The company has also integrated Facebook with the App Studio service

T-Mobile offers credits to retain BlackBerry customers

The credit is extended to any new device, including the BlackBerry Q10 or the Z10

Zeus malware found with valid digital certificate

3D-printed modules for Google’s Ara phone coming early next year

3D Systems' CEO says modular parts for Project Ara will have basic circuitry at first but grow more sophisticated over time

Nest tells users to disable key feature of Protect smoke alarm

The Nest Wave feature could delay the sounding of an alarm in an emergency, the company said

CIOs: Lure Top Tech Talent by Offering Free Lunch

Google amends terms to clarify that data is analyzed for ads

The company seeks to add greater clarity around its scanning of data such as email content

Mars look bigger and brighter than usual? It should

Mars hasn’t been this close to Earth in almost seven years.