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  • 25 February 2008

  • News: Take-Two rejects EA's $2bn acquisition bid

    Take-Two Interactive Software, publishers of the popular Grand Theft Auto series of games, has received and rejected a $2bn acquisition bid from Electronic Arts but left the door open to a possible acquisition later.

  • News: Microsoft's open APIs won't affect anti-trust action

    The European Commission (EC) has given a guarded welcome to Microsoft's offer of "greater transparency" in its business.

  • News: Goolag offers Google hacking for dummies

    The hacking group Cult of the Dead Cow has released a tool that should make Google hacking a little easier for novices.

  • News: MetaSDRAM overcomes server memory limitations

    Metaram is expected to announce today new technology that overcomes traditional server memory limitations and allows users to quadruple memory without adding new hardware.

  • News: HMRC phishing attack offers fake tax refund

    McAfee has uncovered a phishing attack that targets victims of HM Revenue and Customs data scandal, with a fake offer of a tax refund.

  • News: Vista SP1 blocks outdated security suites

    Microsoft has warned that several prominent anti-virus programs – including products from BitDefender, Trend Micro and Check Point - must be updated before they will work with the soon-to-be-released Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1).

  • News: Microsoft remains hopeful on Yahoo deal this year

    In a letter to employees, Microsoft put an upbeat spin on its attempt to take over Yahoo. While noting that no acquisition agreement is in place, Kevin Johnson, president of Microsoft's platforms and services division, wrote that he expects such a transaction to close in the second half of this year.

  • 23 February 2008

  • News: Microsoft offers fixes for Vista SP1 reboot woes

    Microsoft has detailed several workarounds for users who downloaded Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) only to find the update caused their system to endlessly reboot

  • News: The six best free BlackBerry downloads

    One of the best things about Research in Motion (RIM) BlackBerry smartphones is their ability to download and install external applications. Every download adds a new level of value and customisation to the devices, and BlackBerry users who don't take advantage of this functionality simply aren't getting the most out of their smartphones.

  • News: Hard disks vs flash drives: the verdict

    According to Hitachi Global Storage director Larry Swezey, the future is bright for hard disk drives (HDDs) - despite the growing popularity of flash-based solid-state storage.

  • News: Expect $75 laptops by 2010

    Mary Lou Jepsen stirred up a controversy when she left the struggling One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) not-for-profit organisation last year to start her own for-profit company, Pixel Qi, with the goal to create a $75 (£37.50) laptop using technologies she invented at OLPC.

  • News: 8 essential photo-sharing tools

    Make Flickr more fun and less time consuming with these add-ons.

  • News: When and how to use your flash

    Don’t believe the adverts – there isn’t a camera out there that’s truly comfortable with poor lighting. But the bright sparks at PCA Towers have some tips to help you take smart snaps in the gloomiest of conditions. Follow our tips to start using your flash correctly and taking some great shots.

  • News: Vista SP1 leaked to Windows Update

    Some Windows Vista users have found Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) in Windows Update, even though the upgrade isn't supposed to be available broadly until the middle of March.

  • 22 February 2008

  • News: 10 reasons to upgrade to 802.11n Wi-Fi

    Not convinced that superfast 802.11n Wi-Fi is for you? Allow us to persuade you.

  • News: Government wants to punish UK ISPs over file sharing

    The government wants a new law by April 2009 obligating internet service providers (ISPs) to stop illegal file sharing on their networks. It is one of the most aggressive anti-internet piracy stances in Europe to date.

  • News: BBC iPlayer delivers 500,000 shows per day

    Around 500,000 TV shows are being downloaded or streamed via BBC iPlayer per day, the broadcaster has announced.

  • News: Last ever Netscape update released by AOL

    AOL has released the last update for its Netscape Navigator, and encouraged users to switch to Flock or Firefox.

  • News: BlackBerry users surge despite major outages

    Consumers and business workers are flocking to Research in Motion's BlackBerry service despite recent embarrassing glitches that have shut down service for hours on a few occasions.

  • News: Google AdSense for Video launches

    Google has encouraged 20 companies to sign up to a pilot programme designed to test the merits of video advertising.

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