Thursday, April 15, 2010

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Despite Ruling, F.C.C. Says It Will Move Forward on Expanding Broadband

The agency’s chairman refused to say whether it would try to reclassify Internet service as a utility, which would give it more regulatory authority.

PC Sales Are on Course for Big Increase in 2010

After Intel’s positive first-quarter results, analysts say the PC market could grow by as much as 25 percent this year.

Cyberwar Nominee Sees Gaps in Law

Lt. Gen. Keith B. Alexander, in preparation for a Senate confirmation hearing on Thursday, sketched out the broad battlefield for the Pentagon’s new unit devoted to warfare in cyberspace.

Apple Delays Global Release of iPad

Demand for the iPad in the United States, with 500,000 sold in one week, has exceeded expectations, Apple said.

High-End Demand Gives Intel a Lift

The company’s chief financial officer, Stacy Smith, expressed confidence by announcing that it would add 1,000 people to its work force this year.

Apple Lets Opera Browser Use Own Software on iPhone

Opera said it would give away its Opera Mini browser, which compresses Internet data for faster surfing.

Middlebury to Develop Online Language Venture

The Vermont college, known for its rigorous foreign-language programs, is teaming up with K12 Inc. to develop courses for precollege students.

Local TV Stations in Venture for Mobile Programming

The venture, including NBC, Fox and others, said they would contribute broadcast spectrum for a national service.

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