computers

Apple Macs Get Netflix Streaming

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - October 27, 2008

With help of Microsoft, Netflix launches its free streaming for Mac-based subscribers. more >>

We Must Stop the Government From Seizing Laptops at the Border

By Russell Feingold - Opinion - October 22, 2008

You wouldn't think it would happen in this country, would you? more >>

Windows 7: The Anti-Vista

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - October 17, 2008

Looking ahead to how Microsoft might market its Vista replacement. more >>

Apple Laptops Get Multitouch Pad, Drop Only to $1,000

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - October 14, 2008

Unibody design trims weight, but company doesn't much trim low-end prices. more >>

Microsoft Will Sell 'Windows 7.' One Day, Maybe, 'Windows X'?

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - October 14, 2008

Next Windows version abandons cute names like XP and Vista for simplicity. more >>

Surfing the Web Stimulates Your Brain

Health - October 14, 2008

Internet searches keep the mind active, study finds more >>

Tennessee Student Indicted for Palin E-Mail Hack

By Alison Go - The Paper Trail - October 8, 2008

Son of state lawmaker pleaded not guilty to intentionally accessing a computer without authorization. more >>

Seattle to Ditch 'Bad Words List'

By Alison Go - The Paper Trail - October 8, 2008

Students and faculty complain that old-school spam filter redirects too many E-mails to a "black hole." more >>

Hot Docs: Alleged Hacker of Sarah Palin's Yahoo E-mail Account Indicted

Nation & World - October 8, 2008

Accused Tennessee resident faces five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. more >>

Laptop Quick Fixes

Money & Business - October 7, 2008

Emergency-care options for your ailing notebook. more >>

Here’s Hoping AMD Can Rise Again to Challenge Intel

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - October 7, 2008

The underdog had the giant on the run for several years before Intel regained its footing. more >>

Backing Up Your PC Just Got Easier

By David LaGesse - Money & Business - October 7, 2008

New software helps Backblaze and Clickfree ease the pain of copying precious files. more >>

Computer Keyboard Tips

By John Aloysius Farrell - John A. Farrell - October 6, 2008

Remember the good old days of Atex and MS-DOS? Here’s how not to revisit them. more >>

Clickfree Automatically Backs Up Files to Disks

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - October 3, 2008

Another option for consumers looking for a simple way to protect photos and music more >>

Computer-Aided Mammogram Reading Effective

Health - October 1, 2008

Detection rates rival those of two radiologist readings, study says more >>

Legislators Move to Cut Down Border Seizures of Travelers' Laptops

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - September 30, 2008

When does the government get your belongings without good reason? When you're re-entering the country. more >>

Bill Would Limit Customs's Power to Seize and Search Laptops

By Alex Kingsbury - Nation & World - September 30, 2008

Democrats offer measure to require border agents to establish a "reasonable suspicion" before search. more >>

5 Things to Consider When Tackling DIY DVR

By David LaGesse - Money & Business - September 30, 2008

A PC can work as a powerful and flexible DVR that's free of monthly fees. more >>

TiVo Finally Comes to Your Home PC

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - September 29, 2008

Nero software makes it possible, but not simple, to add TiVo service to a Windows PC. more >>

TVs Might Be Next Target for PC Crapware

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - September 26, 2008

Studios eyeing plasma screens for junk that's similar to what litters new PC screens. more >>

Symantec's Norton, Sunbelt's Vipre Speed PC Security

By David LaGesse - Money & Business - September 23, 2008

It's an encouraging trend: better performance by software that keeps the bad guys out. more >>

Tennessee Student Is Focus of Palin E-mail Hack Investigation

The Paper Trail - September 22, 2008

The 20-year-old is also the son of a Democratic state representative. more >>

Vague Seinfeld and Gates Give Way to Diverse Mishmash

By David LaGesse - Dave's Download - September 22, 2008

Windows campaign enters second phase with ad that emphasizes worldwide diversity. more >>

Unscramble This

Money & Business - September 19, 2008

Encrypting data can save you lots of heartache. How should you do it? more >>

Battening Down Your Business for Disaster

By Matthew Bandyk - Money & Business - September 19, 2008

Simple, inexpensive steps you can take to survive a calamity. more >>