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Freecom's hard drive uses USB 3.0 to transfer data at faster rates than current-generation drives
New Pineview chips for netbooks are smaller and draw less power than current Atom chips
The long-delayed service hasn't been very popular on other phones
A group of investors will invest US$100 million in Twitter, valueing it at $1 billion, The Wall Street Journal says
Reza Saleh once saved two Americans from prison during Iran's revolution
China has cracked down on tools to circumvent online censorship ahead of a big military parade
Apple, Google expected to compete with devices in potentially lucrative market
Students can avoid carrying 10-pound reference guides, browse course curricula
Analysts agree the iMac needs a facelift, unsure whether now's the right time
Affiliate networks use a bag of clever tricks to promote fake drugs, antivirus programs and other goods
Alcatel-Lucent Ventures VP wants telcos, content providers to just get along
Citrix/VMware battle for desktop market likely to intensify
Chairman's proposed 'net neutrality' rules raise questions for exclusive smart phone deals
Scientists at the Xerox Research Centre of Canada reveal research on reusable paper, printable organic electronics and more.
Social media, airport image-screening technology also examined in annual report to Congress
After being swamped with proposals, Google lists finalists in Project 10^100
A device that's sized between the smartphone and the netbook may see its future in consumer electronics
Russian cyber crime gangs after Apple's Macs, too, says researcher
New federal personnel chief believes in telecommuting, interesting workplace designs
Payment system designed for political candidates, non-profit groups
Data allows tracking companies to attach unique identities to browsing behavior
Google's phone software hasn't yet lived up to lofty expectations, but it could take off in just a few more months
So far, X (no recovery) seems least likely in near-term outlook for the tech industry
Horoscope.com and Lyrics.com were also affected
The move follows price cuts for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3
The company is pumping in that cold Irish air to chill servers, saving on electricity
Intel's Moblin OS for desktops could compete with Microsoft's Windows 7 OS
Texas resident Reza Saleh allegedly made $8.6 million in illicit profits
A new program will provide free software and support for qualifying companies
The company alleges that online security was deficient and the bank should have spotted unusually large transfers
The reduction comes as Sony is about to launch a second model of the PSP
Add Chrome Frame to instantly boost Microsoft browser's JavaScript performance
Early users give the thumbs up but want more
Companies rely on the wisdom of crowds to varying degrees
Says annual privacy assessment isn't delayed; it's out six weeks earlier than last year
Researchers use wireless tech, chip and a camera to fight macular degeneration
3G and 3GS owners must first download an update via iTunes
Former Qwest, Sprint exec to raise research firm’s profile among feds
CodePlex's Ramji applauds suggestions, says Microsoft-backed open source group’s structure in "beta"
