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YouTube introduces automatic video captioning

Friday, November 20th, 2009

YouTube introduces automatic video captioningYouTube has announced it will offer automated video captioning for clips. It will serve as an accessibility tool for hard-of-hearing viewers, but could also make clips easier to find.

FAA computer glitch causes air travel chaos

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

FAA computer glitch causes air travel chaosA problem with the Federal Aviation Authority’s computer system has caused widespread delays and cancellations. The agency stresses there is no security or safety risk stemming from the glitch.

What to look for in Google OS launch

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

What to look for in Google OS launchGoogle is scheduled to give the first public demonstration of its forthcoming Chrome operating system tomorrow. Here are some of the questions which could be answered by the event:

“Unfriend” leads tech charge in 2009’s top words

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

"Unfriend" leads tech charge in 2009's top wordsUnfriend – to remove a contact on a social networking site – has been named the word of the year by staff from the New Oxford American Dictionary. Its editors say several tech-related words were considered for the honor.

China a contender in speedy computer stakes

Monday, November 16th, 2009

China a contender in speedy computer stakesChina has joined the short list of nations with one of the world’s fastest supercomputers. And IBM has been knocked off the top spot for the first time in five years.

YouTube to launch full-fledged HD

Friday, November 13th, 2009

Google has announced that YouTube will soon include 1080p format videos. That’s the higher-resolution high definition format, sometimes known as Full HD.

Yo mama case could set precedent for online anonymity rules

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

Yo mama case could set precedent for online anonymity rulesAn Internet war of words has produced a case which could further clarify how the legal system tracks online discussion. The ruling involves both the limits of freedom of speech and the procedures for dealing with anonymous posters.

Facebook group “hacking” proves overblown

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009

Facebook group "hacking" proves overblownRecent reports that a gang hacked into dozens of Facebook groups appear to be somewhat overplayed. Instead those involved have exploited a flaw in the way such groups work which could cause embarrassment rather than a security risk.

Rupert Murdoch threatens to pull content from Google

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

News Corporation supremo Rupert Murdoch says he may block Google from indexing any content from his Web sites, accusing the search engine of “stealing” content. Google appears unconcerned by the threat and noted that Murdoch could simply request that it no longer link to his sites.

China bans beatings of Internet addicts

Monday, November 9th, 2009

The Chinese government looks set to ban clinics for Internet addiction from physically punishing patients. It follows an incident in August when a 15-year-old was beaten to death.

One netbook per child out, One tablet per child in

Friday, November 6th, 2009

One netbook per child out, One tablet per child inThe man heading the One Laptop Per Child program says the next technology produced under the scheme will likely be a tablet device rather than a netbook. He has also come up with a new target for the cost of the program.

Google lifts the lid on user data

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Google lifts the lid on user dataGoogle has unveiled a new tool allowing registered users to see all the data the firm stores about them which relates to their account. As well as seeing the data, users can easily wipe part or all of it.

Intel’s antitrust woes cross the Atlantic

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

Intel's antitrust woes cross the AtlanticIntel is facing a federal antitrust lawsuit from New York’s Attorney General over claims it used “bribery and coercion” to maintain its market share. It follows a record fine of $1.45 billion imposed by the European Union over similar activity.

Barnes & Noble accused of stealing ideas for Nook reader

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009

Barnes & Noble accused of stealing ideas for Nook readerBarnes & Noble is being sued over claims that its “Nook” electronic reading device illegally used trade secrets from another firm. Spring Design says the Nook uses features from its own “Alex” reader.

Pirate Bay crew hit with another “unenforceable” order

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

Pirate Bay crew hit with another "unenforceable" orderTwo of the founders of the Pirate Bay filesharing site have been ordered by a Swedish court to stop operating the site. But the men say it’s no longer anything to do with them and question whether the threat can be enforced.

ICANN approves non-English characters for domain names

Friday, October 30th, 2009

ICANN approves non-English characters for domain namesThe Internet’s governing body has backed plans to allow non-English characters to be used in Web site addresses. The move has the potential to increase Internet use dramatically around the world.

Amazon’s new PayPhrase system utterly redundant

Thursday, October 29th, 2009

Amazon's new PayPhrase system utterly redundantAmazon has launched a Web payments scheme that allows shoppers to use a memorable phrase and a PIN code in place of a user name and password. It seems utterly pointless, particularly given the lack of participating sites.

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