Apple Updates Time Capsule, AirPort Firmware, Final Cut Pro

Does Second-Hand Smoke Really Void Apple's Warranty?
There are excellent reasons not to smoke cigarettes. And there are also stupid reasons, like Apple's claim that cigarette smoke can void its warranty. Really.

Will Chrome OS Lead to More Powerful Win7 Netbooks?
Netbooks running Windows 7 could perform better, but Microsoft won't let them. With Chrome OS coming, Redmond may lose its ability to cripple low-cost portables.

Hacked Climate Change E-mails Highlight Security Concerns
In the heat of the climate change debate sparked by hacked e-mail messages, there has been little discussion of how the e-mails were leaked. In a connected world, security and privacy are both more important, and harder to come by.

Underwhelmed By Chrome OS? That's Kinda the Point
Google's newly unveiled operating system has many critics unimpressed, but Chrome OS is meant to be lean, fast, and simple, not flashy.

Brin: Two Google Operating Systems May Become One
Google co-founder says Chrome and Android could someday become a single OS. Chrome browser plus Android OS equals... Android.

Sold-out! Grinch Steals Nook Christmas
No, Virginia, there is no Nook for Christmas. Shortage means you are more likely to find Santa Claus than a Nook e-reader under this year's Christmas tree.