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The article reports on the technology firm Google is planning to remove third-party cookies from Chrome by 2023 has set the industry a clear timeline for developing and embedding new solutions. It mentions that developments which enable users to opt-out and block third-party cookies from collecting data will have a significant impact on digital ad profiling.

Reports on Sun Microsystems Inc.'s plan to offer remote computing resources to business customers through its Sun Grid. System allowing business customers purchase computer time over a network with great ease; Cost of the Sun Grid per hour for each micrprocessor; Improvements in grid computing technology.

Presents computer technical support answers to questions. Reason why some compact discs burned on the computer refuse to play on the car stereo; Phishing is the practice of sending counterfeit electronic mail messages to get Internet users to supply personal information; Spammers forge their return addresses and make spam recipients unable to reply.

Reports that the Razor Diamondback mouse from Alienware is designed for computer gamers and other users who want to point with finesse. Tracking 1,600 dots per inch; 16-bit transfer rate; Gold-plated USB connector; Included software; Seven customizable buttons; Sensitivity control; Acceleration feature; Price of $60; Red or green case; Glowing scroll wheel.

Reports on the outcomes of a survey of Internet users by the Pew Internet and American Life Project. Percentage of users satisfied with the results they get through online searching; Habits of Internet search engine users.

Ranks Web sites by average time visitors spent in May 2004. Time per person; Number of audience.

The article reflects on the comments of Microsoft chief executive officer (CEO) Satya Nadella, as per which Microsoft Teams has crossed over 115 million daily active users.

The article focuses on a study by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky on anonymized Windows Operating System (OS) metadata provided by consenting Kaspersky Security Network users revealing that Personal Computer (PC) users are still using the end-of-life OS Windows 7.

Presents information on the challenges facing colleges and universities in the U.S. in developing open source software projects. Formation of a critical mass of users who will support the software development; Budget for the open source software; Involvement of commercial businesses in the project.

This week Rick White, president of the Technology Network is leading the annual TechNet Day, which brings CEOs to Washington to discuss ways to maintain the U.S. economic growth and technology leadership. Representative Rick Boucher, Democrat-Virginia, a Congressional Internet Caucus co-chairman said it is the result of proposals made two years ago in the U.S. Senate mandating the use of anti-piracy equipment that would block consumers' ability to copy music, television programs or movies.

The article offers information about the plan of Facebook to consider putting a new focus on meaningful social interactions with close friends and family in its News Feeds, a column that users scroll through when they open the site, instead of content issued by publishers and brands. Other information about News Feed's automated placement of the users' posts is presented

The article discusses the threat review conducted by the cybersecurity Kaspersky Lab revealing the web-based attack suffered by more than 30% of computer users.

The article reports that social media companies have the capacity to disclose private informations of the users which users may not like to share online.

The article offers health industry related news briefs. India's Hetero Labs Ltd. recalls losartan potassium pills as it contains cancer-causing toxin N-Nitroso-N-methyl-4-aminobutyric acid (NMBA). Phone applications (apps) send sensitive user data probably health information without user's consent. Fecan immunochemical tests (FITs) screens colorectal cancer (CRC).

The article discusses the importance for cybersecurity professionals and corporate boards in business organization to be proactive in protecting their companies from the attacks of cybercriminals. It offers insight from several cybersecurity experts regarding the increased sophisticated attacks used by criminals in searching for weak spots at business and governmental defenses. The experts also offer suggestion on how companies how better protect their organization from the attacks.

The article discusses a trend in which older employees rely upon younger employees, such as those within the generation known as millennials, to assist them with computer technology in U.S. business enterprises and other professional settings. The article presents comments from Boston, Massachusetts, firm Northwind Strategies partner Larry Carpman.

The article focuses on online travel agency Orbitz Worldwide Inc.'s use of data mining to direct users of computer manufacturer Apple Inc.'s Mac computers to more expensive travel options. It states Orbitz found Mac users tend to spend more a night on hotels than users of personal computers. It mentions that chief executive Barney Harford has made data mining a priority at Orbitz. It comments Orbitz still provides the option to sort travel options by price to Mac users. INSETS: Room Rates;Some of the Criteria Orbitz Uses: Hotel Discounts, Browsing....

The article discusses so-called digital hoarding, the obsessive saving of computer files such as e-mails, digital photographs and music downloads. Comparisons are considered between digital hoarding and the hoarding of physical goods, particularly the psychological basis for both activities. Consultants who are professional organizers discuss the need to prioritize the saving of digital materials.

The article features BeyondTrust Software Inc. which specializes in network security software. According to chief executive officer (CEO) John Mutch, they focus on the people that are privileged user, system administrator, and employee with security clearances, because of the fact that they are the one who could do much damage. It says that the company expands through acquisition of smaller firms and emphasize on the importance of internal protection for information technology (IT) systems.

This article presents a debate over whether or not the Internet makes users smarter or dumber. One writer argues that the linking of so many Internet users with all of the information available creates tremendous positive side effects. The other writer cites studies that show people comprehend less when they read Internet text loaded with links than those who read traditional linear text.

The article discusses the positive feedback concerning the security software of ESET LLC in San Diego, California. Anton Zajac, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the security software company ESET, states that the company is enjoying a wave of revenue growth. It cites the study conducted by the United Consultants showing that the company's product have a higher confidence rating compared to those other security software company.

The article reports on the Advanced Technology Training and Information Networking Lab (ATTAIN) at the Drew Hamilton Community Center in New York City, New York. It is noted that the computer laboratory will provide residents access to the Internet, interactive-multimedia Software and state-of-the-art hardware. It is noted that partied involved with the laboratory aim to ensure that the community increases the number of people gaining computer skills.

The article presents a profile of Sherry Turkle, a psychologist and professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Turkle's 2007 book "Evocative Objects: Things We Think With" is a collection of essays exploring how people relate to the ordinary items of everyday life. Turkle is well known for her research into the idea of a computer culture and how computers have altered human behavior.

The article presents a comparison of computer operating systems, including the Apple Leopard operating system from Apple Inc. and Microsoft Vista operating system from Microsoft Inc.

The article focuses on a language frequently used on the Internet called elite speak or leetspeek, which has no standardized code and allows computer users to use acronyms to converse with other computer users. A discussion of the growing non Internet use of leetspeek and the impact it is having and could have on society is presented.

The article evaluates the iLife '08 computer software program from Apple Inc. and the iMac computer from Apple Inc.

The article focuses on the 2007 plans of CBS Corp. to syndicate its entertainment, news and sports videos to as much of the world wide web as possible in a venture that will be called the CBS Interactive Audience Network. A discussion is presented of deals which have been implemented between CBS and several websites including Facebook Inc. and Slide Inc. to make CBS' plans a reality.

The author reflects on the downloading of motion pictures onto a personal computer, asserting that this new social phenomenon shouldn't change the nostalgic image of motion pictures. The author also discusses the difficulties associated with downloading movies, a concept that remains still somewhat infantile, and which many computer users are unprepared for. Of particular focus is the web site Jaman.com, which offers downloadable motion pictures.

The article reports on the growing number of people who are addicted to email, and are finding increasing difficulties in their personal lives because they can't pry themselves away. Jeff Clark tells of his experience as a graphic designer. New York passed a law that BlackBerrys and similar items are are illegal to use while crossing the street. The author interviews several email addicts, including graduate students, performer Moby, a minister, software engineer, and a honeymooner.

The article focuses on several changes which have been made to several genealogy websites including Geni.com and Ancestry.com in an effort to improve the process involved in constructing a family tree. Geni has allowed to enter their own information, build profiles and invite family members to collaborate. Ancestry is adding free services that allow users to build trees and add relatives' photographs and stories.

The article reports of the Chinese internet company Tencent which offers an internet package that includes mobile messaging and entertainment services. China's internet services differ from those used in the U.S. The majority of internet users in China are under 30 and use the computer for personal fun whereas in the U.S., most internet users are over 30 and use the internet for information retrieval and e-commerce. China's government is uncomfortable with internet use in its country because of the potential political implications.

The article focuses on new ways to search the Internet that are being tested by Google, Microsoft Corp, and Ask.Com. The new search methods include those which combine different types of searches, including video and blog on one screen, searches which "guess" your search question after your having typed only a few letters. and methods which use video clips of actors that talk to you when you search for something.

The article focuses on an increase which is being seen in the development of websites in the United States which are cataloging everyday misdeeds committed by average people. A discussion of sites which allow consumers to catalog misdeeds in driving, including PlateWire.com, animal waste, including Flickr.com and littering, including LitterButt.com, is presented.

The article focuses on the involvement of media mogul Ted Turner in the development of several successful small Internet website businesses for Turner Entertainment Group, including ACC Select, a subscription site which shows Atlantic Coast Conference basketball and other college sports, and CNN Pipeline, a subscription-based online news video service.

The article focuses on the development of Internet search engines that help shoppers find out whether retail stores have items that they are searching for in stock. A discussion of search engines from the companies NearbyNow, GPShopper Inc., and Google Inc. is presented. Companies that currently allow consumers to check availability of items on their corporate websites are discussed.

The article focuses on a lack of popularity which has been seen in EBay Inc.'s shopping website, eBay Express. A discussion of the negative results several consumers have had when attempting to use eBay Express, is presented. The negative financial impact the lack of popularity has had on EBay Inc. is discussed.

The article reports that Google is trying to establish an universal presence with its multitude of services, both on and off the Web. 41% of Internet users use Google as their search engine. Others have Gmail accounts, or use Google's instant messaging, calendar and other services. Though most users are aware of Google's omnipresence, they still see the company as generally benign and devoted to its founding slogan "Do no evil."

This article discusses various methods and agencies employed in the prevention of spam emails. Antispam developers are focusing efforts on rerouting emails through servers that search for spam messages and delete them before they ever reach internet users. However, many spammers have developed systems for circumventing these filters by embedding phony advertising messages into images.

This article discusses legislation aimed at protecting the privacy of internet users. This legislation limits the use of the internet database "Whois" to the resolution of technical problems. Formerly this database was used by companies such as eBay Inc. and the American Red Cross to research the names and numbers of unauthorized website owners who solicit money under corporate logos. Privacy advocates see "Whois" as a potential threat to law-abiding web users.

The author presents a review of computer software developed by Skype International, which allows computer users to make free phone calls from computer to computer, anywhere in the world. According to the author, twenty-five million people are using the service to make free phone calles, much to the annoyance of the phone companies. Details about how the service works are reviewed.

The article reports that African-Americans are steadily gaining access to the Internet, signaling a remarkable closing of the "digital divide" that many experts had worried would be a crippling disadvantage in achieving success. The author reviews how civil rights leaders, educators and national policy makers warned for years that the Internet was bypassing blacks and some Hispanics as whites and Asian-Americans were rapidly increasing their Internet use. According to the author, the falling price of computers and the availability of computers at schools and libraries have helped to close the digital divide.