Social networks poised to shape Net's future

Social networks, mobile video and "Googlism" expected to continue to transform the Net in years ahead, analysts predict.

As DVD sales slow, Hollywood seeks new cash cow

DVD sales are expected to grow just 2 percent this year, a far cry from the double-digit growth just two years ago.
The New York Times

Technologists assail federal Net-tapping rules

Technologists including Vint Cerf say in a new report that the FCC's VoIP tapping rules aren't feasible or wise.

Judge won't block distribution of Google Earth

Court rejects request for injunction against the popular 3D mapping program, which is the subject of a patent lawsuit.

Worm wriggles through Yahoo mail flaw

update JavaScript flaw allows worm to send itself to other Yahoo Web mail addresses when the user merely opens the e-mail.

Craigslist suffers third outage in a week

Online classified site is inaccessible for about an hour and company is unsure of cause.

Google Earth zooms in

Google beefs up resolution and coverage of Google Earth to the level of aerial photography--even showing people walking in some places.
Images: A clearer focus on Google Earth

Microsoft eyes data-gathering services

The software giant's push into services could result in data-based offerings to improve network management.

Sony's Blu-ray notebook arriving next week

If you've got $3,500 to spare and want to see the latest in high-tech movies, Sony has the laptop for you.
Photo: Sony's Blu-ray Vaio

Yahoo launches customized IE 7 beta

The release of a Yahoo-customized version of Internet Explorer 7 takes direct aim at Google and Firefox.

IBM boss spells out a better future

Normally quiet, CEO Sam Palmisano speaks out about what he says is a need for multinationals to stop being multinational.

Google's Gbuy nears launch

Will the expected June 28 debut of the company's online payment system further pit Google against eBay?

Are virtual worlds the future of the classroom?

Virtual worlds like Whyville give kids chance to learn about science, math and themselves. Educators are taking notice.

Microsoft pretties Office for business apps

Microsoft plans to release software geared to help third parties integrate Outlook, other Office components.

JFK documents to be digitized, published online

Kennedy Library, National Archives team with EMC to bring library's collection to the Internet.

Briefly: Start-up aims to help Web publishers

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