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Coming soon: Disk Encryption for All Computers

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 08:51 PM CST

The largest drive manufacturers, including SSD vendors, have agreed on a single specification to encrypt all drives.

Gmail Well Behind Zimbra in Offline Email Accessibility

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 08:40 PM CST

Google is pretty fast-moving, as company cultures go, rolling out new products on a regular basis. And yet its popular Gmail service is only just now getting around to providing offline e-mail access, a feature that open-source Zimbra has had for nearly two years.

63 Year Old Spied On Since She Was 10

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 08:30 PM CST

You are never too young to be regarded as a potential subversive. Maire Leadbeater, now 63 and a long-time activist on peace issues, was an early target because her parents, Elsie and Jack Locke, who were prominent members of the New Zealand Communist Party and community activists.

I thought you guys said there was eucalyptus here (PIC)

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 08:10 PM CST

Will The Real Joaquin Phoenix Stand Up?

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 07:50 PM CST

"Recently two comment posts have appeared as part of our Joaquin Phoenix Attempts a 'Reverse Will Smith' coverage, and we've been very impressed. In fact, we're kinda wondering whether MC Joaquin isn't floating us a few rhymes to see how they play in the real world. You be the judge."

Playstation 3 Consoles Tackle Black Hole Vibrations

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 07:40 PM CST

Astronomers used Playstation 3 consoles to study black hole vibrations.

CIA Station Chief in Algeria Accused of Raping Muslim Women

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 07:30 PM CST

The CIA's station chief at its sensitive post in Algeria is under investigation by the U.S. Justice Department for allegedly raping at least two Muslim women who claim he laced their drinks with a knock-out drug, U.S. law enforcement sources tell ABC News. Officials say the 41-year old CIA officer, a convert to Islam, was ordered home by the U.S. A

Cox Suckers BitTorrent Users with More Slowdowns

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 07:30 PM CST

Cox, the third largest ISP in the U.S, is none too fond of BitTorrent users. Previously we reported that they disconnect alleged copyright infringers without warning. Today, Cox announced a new 'network management' trial where P2P, Usenet and FTP users will be slowed down when the network is congested.

10 seriously useful Photoshop tutorials

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 07:10 PM CST

Improve dull stock images, create striking portraits and more

Some Credit Card Companies Financially Profiling Customers

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 07:00 PM CST

A new policy being used by at least one major credit card company judges a shopper not necessarily by his credit purchases and payments alone, but also by the fiscal behavior of the fellow shoppers in the stores he visits.

5 Bizarre Ways Video Games Are Screwing Up Your Health

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 06:50 PM CST

Researchers are now finding so many negative links between gaming and your physical and mental health - from self-esteem to dementia, anger to bladder control %u2013 that they're stopping just shy of outright blaming Halo for erectile dysfunction and Tomb Raider for the sudden surge in autism.

"OH I GOT THAT SHIT ON VIDEOTAPE!!!"

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 06:40 PM CST

One man celebrates being in the right place at the right time with the right equipment.

Inside China's Fight Against Internet Addiction

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 06:30 PM CST

With the world's largest netizen population, China sending it's Internet-obsessed youth to military-run boot camps

Can you trust President Obama to deal with Iran and Syria?

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 06:20 PM CST

What's the point of talking with adversaries if it doesn't yield diplomatic results. A writer from Slate suggests that Obama has a "fetish" about "engagement" with other countries, even hostile ones, if only to differentiate himself from Bush. But will mere meetings be good for the U.S.?

How memories form, fade, and persist over time

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 06:10 PM CST

What was the name of that guy with that stuff in that place with those things? Don't you remember?

The New York City Subway Map in 1904 (PIC)

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 06:00 PM CST

This is beautiful.

Lithuania presents Baltimore with bronze Frank Zappa statue

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 05:50 PM CST

"I hope that replication of the original statue of Frank Zappa in Vilnius (Lithuania) and bringing it to Baltimore will perpetuate the memory of one of the greatest artists of the 20th century," wrote Vilnius's mayor, Juozas Imbrasas.

AT&T, Comcast likely to help RIAA foil piracy

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 05:40 PM CST

AT&T and Comcast, two of the nation's largest Internet service providers, are expected to be among a group of ISPs that will cooperate with the music industry in battling illegal file sharing, three sources close to the companies told CNET News.

National Geographic to Launch Record Label

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 05:30 PM CST

The National Geographic Society announced today that it will launch a full-service record label, Nat Geo Music—which also serves as the music division the company established in 2007. The label will "record, release and promote modern music from around the globe" from a variety of artists and genres, the company said, and be distributed globally.

Location-aware software comes to the Linux platform

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 05:30 PM CST

Several powerful open source software frameworks aim to bring mapping and geolocation capabilities to the Linux platform. Ars takes a look at this emerging technology and how it is being used in several popular desktop applications.

Ten sci-fi devices nearing reality

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 05:20 PM CST

In this special feature, we assess the prospects of 10 of the coolest gadgets that in 30 years' time may change our lives as much – or maybe more – than cellphones, iPods and the internet.

WTF! Bart Simpson Promotes Scientology?

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 05:10 PM CST

Scientologist Nancy Cartwright, who does the voice of Bart Simpson on "The Simpsons," has recorded a message in the voice of the iconic animated character promoting the controversial quasi-religious organization.

Digital TV transition delay bill fails to pass in House

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 05:00 PM CST

In an absolutely shocking move, the United States House of Representatives has failed to pass the digital TV transition delay bill that was all but certain to fly through just days ago. The bill needed two-thirds of the votes of the House under "special rules adopted for the vote," and reportedly, the vote was just 258 to 168 in favor of changing t

Family murder-suicide blamed on job firings

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 04:50 PM CST

A man who had recently been laid off from a local hospital opened fire at his Wilmington home today, killing his five young children as well as his wife, police said. Deputy Chief Kenneth Garner said police found notes inside the house in which the gunman referred to "work-related issues."

80% of Wall Street Workers Get Bonuses, Still Unhappy

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 04:40 PM CST

More Wall Street employees received bonuses for 2008 than were expecting to in October, though many remained unhappy with them, according to an online poll.

5 Mind-Bending Buildings...Seriously

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 04:30 PM CST

With buildings that are able to heat, light and power themselves, or blend in with their surroundings using organic processes, we are now in an era where buildings are beginning to refashion the possible. sourced from Phaidon's Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture -- is our list of the top 5 mind-bending buildings.

Apple and IBM settle legal dispute over Papermaster hiring

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 04:10 PM CST

The legal battle between IBM and Apple over the hiring of Mark Papermaster has come to an end, as Papermaster has been cleared to begin work at Apple starting on April 24, 2009.

New pornography laws 'could make comic books illegal'

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 04:00 PM CST

New laws designed to tackle extreme and child pornography could make owning mainstream comics like Batman or Judge Dredd illegal, campaigners claim.

The Totally Rad Show - Mr. Thathing - The Reader, Skate 2,

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 03:50 PM CST

Does the The Reader impress the viewers? Skate 2: tubular or bogus? Hands-on with the new Puzzle Quest! Sundance's must buzzworthy film! Plus, everything must go at BSG!

Colin Montgomerie named 2010 European Ryder Cup Captain.

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 03:40 PM CST

Colin Montgomerie has been named Europe's captain for the 2010 Ryder Cup at Celtic Manor.

Can Jihadis Be Rehabilitated?

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 03:30 PM CST

Saudi Arabian officials boast that the Care Rehabilitation Center has successfully deprogrammed scores of former jihadis, including scores of ex-inmates from the U.S.'s Guantánamo Bay military prison. The Obama Administration has announced that Gitmo will close within a year, and is already being accused by some of jeopardizing national security.

EU court rejects Intel bid for delay - CNET News

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 03:10 PM CST

On Tuesday, the European Commission rejected Intel's bid to delay a deadline for the chipmaker to address anti-trust concerns.

A Refreshing Dose of Facebook Honesty

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 03:00 PM CST

If you're on facebook, you've probably received a friend request from someone from years back who you never particularly liked. If you're anything like me, you probably just accepted their request. If you're anything like the person in this picture, you're my new hero.

How To Download Music From Deezer, Pandora And More

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 02:50 PM CST

Today we'll show you an all-inclusive method that can grab songs from most, if not all, websites. The drawback? No automatic naming, the files are in FLV format rather than MP3, and you'll have to drag them out of the cache yourself. However, user input is minimal, especially on playlist type websites.

Future Emissions May Cause 'Irreversible' Warming

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 02:30 PM CST

If carbon dioxide levels in Earth's atmosphere are allowed to rise beyond what they are today, certain effects to the Earth's climate will be "locked in" and irreversible for at least a thousand years, a new study finds.

"Are you sure?"

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 02:20 PM CST

Photographer: Karolos Trivizas

Boobs And Booty Banned From The App Store

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 02:10 PM CST

Breasts and the iPhone have had a tumultuous relationship. Last month, an application that allowed users to shake a pair (possibly NSFW) of 3D breasts was banned from the App Store for being apparently too risque for its audience.

Report: Symantec CEO is top commerce secretary candidate - C

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 02:00 PM CST

Symantec CEO John Thompson is being considered for the Obama administration's secretary of commerce pick, according to Reuters.

Muxtape rises from ashes as a MySpace-like site for bands

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 01:40 PM CST

The new, made-over Muxtape has launched after a nearly year-long battle against the RIAA. The Muxtape that we once knew and loved is gone, and has been replaced with a legit place for artists and bands to showcase their own work to the world.

iPhone vs. The Palm Pre - PATENT WARS!

Posted: 28 Jan 2009 01:40 PM CST

Apple and Palm kicked a lot of dirt at each other last week -- acting Apple CEO Tim Cook flatly told analysts "We will not stand for people ripping off our IP" when asked about competition like the Palm Pre. However, looking at some of Palm's patents, we can pretty much say that Apple's got some 'splainin to do. This is an in-depth comparison.

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