Microsoft has issued an update for a flaw previously addressed in Excel, admitting that the patch caused errors. more
Miss Bimbo game sparks outrage
An online game aimed at young girls has sparked outrage among parents for encouraging children to have plastic surgery and take diet pills. more
Google in trouble over data security
Organisations and individuals using Google’s applications suite have no right to data privacy, a case in arbitration has shown. more
Wikipedia hits 10 million total articles
Including entries in approximately 250 languages, user-created encyclopedia marks a milestone. more
Attackers booby-trap searches at top Web sites
Growing number of sites are affected including USAToday.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, and several sites owned by CNET Networks, the publisher of News.com. More…
The death of the silicon computer chip
The reign of the silicon chip is over, according to physicists who predict that the conventional silicon chip has no longer than four years left to run. more
Jon Barron on childhood immunizations and vaccinations.
Are they safe or aren’t they? here
Belarc Advisor – Free Personal PC Audit (Version 7.2x)
This is a free tool for all you lucky people who have a personal computer not on a commercial network access here
Google board opposes ethical stance
Google’s board is asking shareholders to vote down attempts to set up a review body to examine the company’s role in human rights and to take any steps to stop web censorship. more
Microsoft steps up work with police
Microsoft has been stepping up its co-operation with law enforcement communities worldwide in an effort to combat electronic crime. more