Network World reports on the most significant news for infrastructure and operations professionals.
Phished information was used to set up fake instant-credit accounts at stores
Palm and Sprint 'like and need each other,' analyst says
Jobs returns in first appearance since October '08, touts video camera in iPod Nano
19-year-old space telescope makes cosmic comeback after shuttle repair mission
It's difficult for business customers to get the best deal when they buy Microsoft products, they said
Hong Meng accused of stealing data on thin-screen tech to help rivals
Data.gov delivers, but fed to go further by 'hardwiring our agencies for open government'
The first Core i5 chip will be targeted at mainstream desktops
A Chinese state academy may further reduce its stake in Lenovo after selling a 29 percent share
They intend to merge T-Mobile UK and Orange UK, but will wait 18 months before deciding which of the two brands to drop
The company says mobile network operators are asking it to build the devices
Intel and its partners displayed over 40 motherboards built for the new microprocessors
Psystar CEO says Apple's inspection of Fla. office same as letting 'terrorists visit the Pentagon'
From magical demos to deceptive pricing and fictional charges, here are the six most devious tricks vendors use to get their hands in your pocket
HTC announced its fourth handset with Google's Android OS
Quorum analysis capability added to 2010 editions of Norton AntiVirus and Internet Security
Microsoft didn't admit violating the law but will offer XP through December to some Vista customers
Administrators should block access to the file-sharing port 445 on Vista and Windows 7, possibly Server 2008
ACLU and EFF decry lack of privacy protections
Deal lets Russians exchange Vista Home Basic or Home Premium for XP Home
The proposed settlement does not contain enough privacy protections, the authors say
Facebook members eager to find out security information about the application are being led to virus-filled sites
Cheaper 13-in. white MacBook would 'close the gap' with netbooks
Overage alerts, disabling of automated instructions may be added
Advanced wireless technologies will allow large data to be transferred directly from patient to service provider
Government study shows a declining number of technology workers in the valley
Dean Nelson is the latest in a series of top data-center executives to switch companies
The agency will examine billing practices and seek ways to boost innovation and competition.
Tech entrepreneurs bring bright ideas and the will to succeed. TechStars supplies a little cash and a lot of mentoring.
NASA options include: Robots and deeper space exploration
Shuttle will circle space station for heat shield inspection before flying home
Miltiary's Trans Regional Web Initiative calls for network of native content providers.
Minitowers under $1,000 feature Intel's new Core i5 and i7 chips
Skips fix for critical flaw disclosed today in older, but still-supported, OS
The Open Invention Network, whose members include IBM and Red Hat, will purchase patents formerly held by Microsoft
Do not pass Go. Go directly to new global, online game to become empire-building mogul
From bad building designs to management that ignores badge rules, Tim Giles runs through the top building security mistakes.
Growth could be stunted by Microsoft's limitations for Windows 7
The controversial FanCheck app will not harm your computer, says Janakan Arulkumarasan
Some experts say the company may have to rush out other patches later this month
Forecasters say duplicate system needed to ensure continuous uptime
10 tips on taking initiative now to avoid a future trip to the unemployment office.
