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Equinux has announced the release of The Tube 2.7, a new update to its television recording software that accompanies its own... 13-May-2008
When I reviewed Objective Development Software GmbH's Little Snitch 1.2 for Macworld two years ago, it helpfully filled a gap... 08-May-2008
Microsoft's Mac Business Unit (BU) has announced the release of Messenger for Mac 7, its instant messaging client. Version 7... 29-Apr-2008
AOL and Yahoo separately on Tuesday made changes to the Internet telephony features within their IM (instant message)... 29-Apr-2008
Those nasty JavaScript attacks that besieged thousands of Web sites from January until March started back up again this week... 25-Apr-2008
Reviews
Whether you're partial to online services or to downloadable software, we have the Web's best free stuff and it'll keep you productive, secure, and entertained. 23-Mar-2008
Police auctions, a visual thesaurus, universal IM, shipping rates--and a big helping of time wasters. 26-Feb-2008
These nine free alternatives to commercial software applications can improve your productivity--and save you money. 30-Jan-2008
Though it does certain things well, this service's multipurpose approach doesn't work--or is overkill. 03-Jan-2008
TrialPay lets you get some products for free by agreeing to try out others. But I'd rather pay for the stuff I want. 17-Dec-2007
How-To
Have you run into problems with software that charges on a subscription basis? Our tips can help keep unpleasant surprises to a minimum. 23-Apr-2008
Text messaging isn't just kid's stuff anymore. Use these amazing online tools to turn any SMS-capable phone into a productivity powerhouse. 21-Apr-2008
You may be intrigued by the idea of switching to Linux. But how will you get your job done without your favorite Windows programs? These 18 great open-source apps make life with Linux easier. 10-Apr-2008
Here's what you need to know to conduct face-to-face meetings from afar. 20-Feb-2008
Companies restrict their employees' use of work PCs and networks for good reasons...usually. But that doesn't mean there aren't safe and legal ways to circumvent some of the more draconian measures. 02-Dec-2007
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Microsoft and Resource in Motion on Monday made a joint announcement at RIM's Wireless Enterprise Symposium that will make Windows Live Messenger ...
Netherlands-based Nimbuzz has announced the UK launch of a VoIP application to provide mobile users and online communities with 'free calls, chat...
Officials at the Buckingham Browne & Nichols School said they weren't worried when they found pornography on history teacher Andrew Goldman's...
Microsoft today has announced the pricing and upcoming availability of its LifeCam VX-5000 Windows Live-optimized webcam.. . Expected to reach the...
Equinux has announced the release of The Tube 2.7, a new update to its television recording software that accompanies its own TubeStick TV ...
Presence information such as status, availability, mood and location would encourage UK mobile users to communicate more regularly via mobile...
Squamish, B.C., resident John Bell spent Monday texting and calling his wife's unanswered cellphone, trying not to worry that the love of his life...
Today, Microsoft Corp. reshapes the webcam experience with the LifeCam VX-5000, a webcam with a unique bendable attachment base that molds to ...
Web-based email and instant messaging services from Microsoft are set to arrive on BlackBerry mobile devices later this summer.. . The new...
Published: . . . Action Engine Corporation, The On-Device Portal Company(TM) (ODP), today announced the availability of the first integrated ...
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