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Zinio now has 74 iPhone-friendly mags, firm says
In looking at e-reading software for the Apple iPhone, I counted "fewer than two dozen" magazines from digital publications supplier Zinio; the firm says it now offers many more.
(Almost) All about Apple's iPad
The proof of this pudding shall be in the tasting, but it seems Apple has whipped up a tasty treat in the new iPad.
NatGeo has new Web site look
The venerable National Geographic Society's Web site has changed its look, and mostly for the better.
Women in Technology want award nominees
The Washington-area chapter of Women in Technology is looking for leaders worthy of recognition. Perhaps you can help.
Revised book has Mac backup strategy
"Take Control of Easy Mac Backups" delivers on its promise of useful strategies.
Make it 'WPA2,' not 'WEP,' consultant says
Wireless routers need WPA2 security enabled, not WEP, an expert says.
Don't forget Vizio, Leesburg reader says
Among HDTV brands to consider for holiday shopping, don't forget Vizio, a reader in Leesburg, Va., says.
Facebook wins round against phishing spammer
Facebook won a $711 million court judgement Thursday against an alleged spammer who used a "phishing" scheme to gain access to personal accounts at the social networking Website.
One more word about Linux and Windows 'emulatiion'
In Monday's "On Computers" column, I make reference to WINE, which, technically is not a Windows "emulator." I did so using the word "Emulatiion" up front. Here's why:
AT&T relents, allows VoIP on Apple's iPhone
Perhaps seeing the FCC's handwriting on the proverbial wall, AT&T today said it would permit Voice-over-Internet-Protocol, or VoIP, calls on Apple's iPhone, which is currently tied to the AT&T wireless phone network.
Stamp Collecting Month starts with underwater philatelic event
National Stamp Collecting Month begins Oct. 1 with an underwater issuance of new postage stamps at the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California. You can watch it live via the Web.
DOJ charges hacker in Identity Theft
The feds indict a Miami man and two unnamed Russian hackers in a potentially massive identity theft scheme that could hit one-third of the U.S. population
Schmidt leaves Apple board
Google's CEO quits after three year stint as Apple Inc. director.
Walmart has huge laptop bargain early Sunday
If you're looking for a back-to-school computer, there are some great deals to be found at Walmart, the firm says.
NIH, Wikimedia to team on health info
There may not be a bill for President Obama to sign just yet, but change is coming to American health care.
