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Microsoft previews new mobile Internet browser
(AFP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/microsoft/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070329/tc_afp/usitinternettelecom"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/afp/20070329/capt.sge.kip67.290307210956.photo00.photo.default-512x352.jpg?x=130&y=89&sig=aY4yZDwsB6j3DkARbJoBvg--" align="left" height="89" width="130" alt="Photo of Microsoft's logo. US software colossus Microsoft on Thursday unveiled a prototype of a mobile Internet browser designed to mirror the ease of going online via a desktop computer.(AFP/File)" border="0" /></a>AFP - US software colossus Microsoft on Thursday unveiled a prototype of a mobile Internet browser designed to mirror the ease of going online via a desktop computer.</p><br clear="all"/>
Microsoft Investigating Windows Zero-Day Bug
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - Microsoft is working on a patch for the bug that uses Internet Explorer as its main attack vector, and affects all the recent Windows releases, including Vista.
Microsoft Unveils Mobile Browser With Zoom-In Feature
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - Deepfish was introduced in preview this week at the O'Reilly Emerging Technology Conference in San Diego.
Microsoft's Deepfish Mobile Browser Enters Trial
(NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - In some future history of the Internet, 2007 will be seen as the year that the mobile Web went "Zoom." Hot on the heels of Microsoft's launch of ZenZui, an innovative interface for mobile surfing, the R&D gurus at Microsoft Live Labs have announced the release of "Deepfish."
Microsoft unveils new mobile Web browser
(AP)
AP - Microsoft Corp. has unveiled an early version of a new Web browser for mobile devices that it said will make browsing full-sized Web pages faster and easier on small smart-phone screens.
Apple Upgrades Boot Camp With Windows Vista Support
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - Boot Camp 1.2 also includes updated trackpad, AppleTime, audio, graphics, modem, and iSight camera drivers, and support for Apple Remote, which works with iTunes and Windows Media Player.
New GPL Hits at Microsoft-Novell Deal
(NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - On Wednesday, the Free Software Foundation (FSF) released the third discussion draft for version 3 of the most widely used free software license, the GNU General Public License. The latest version addresses the recent patent deal between Microsoft and Novell.
Microsoft unveils 'Deepfish' mobile Web browser
(InfoWorld)
InfoWorld - Microsoft late Wednesday unveiled a mobile Web browser aimed at making surfing the Internet on wireless devices as convenient and feature-rich as browsing on a PC.
Blackboard Problems Leave Vista on Double-Secret Probation
(PC Magazine)
PC Magazine - On college campuses, Microsoft's Vista operating system may be in danger of failing courses that use Blackboard, a key software program for communication between teachers and students.
Microsoft Beta Tests 'Tahiti,' Another Collaboration App
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - The app allows groups of up to 15 people share documents and applications by clicking an icon within Office applications or via a small taskbar on the top of the screen.
Dell says audit found accounting errors
(AP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/tech/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070330/ap_on_hi_te/dell_filing"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070329/capt.5b06faa05456420da512e84560ba99cc.dell_filing_nyol988.jpg?x=130&y=88&sig=TkARKZu2gSttQovSZPwcWw--" align="left" height="88" width="130" alt="The headquarters of computer giant Dell, Inc. is shown in this 2006 file photo in Round Rock, Texas. Dell said Thursday that an internal audit committee has found a number of accounting errors and evidence of misconduct in its monthslong review of previous earnings statements. (AP Photo/Harry Cabluck, FILE)" border="0" /></a>AP - In the most serious admission yet of the extent of Dell Inc.'s financial woes, the company's internal audit committee said it has found a number of accounting errors and evidence of misconduct in its months-long review of previous earnings statements.</p><br clear="all"/>
Investors laud video game co.'s upheaval
(AP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/tech/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070330/ap_on_hi_te/take_two_shareholder_revolt"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/nm/20070319/2007_03_19t093432_450x281_us_taketwo_investors.jpg?x=130&y=81&sig=uylTCt6G19jjqOKIXTapvA--" align="left" height="81" width="130" alt="In this screenshot provided by Rockstar Games, a scene from the best-selling video game 'Grand Theft Auto - San Andreas' is shown. Video game publisher Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. said on Monday it is evaluating new strategies, including a potential sale, as an investor group seeks boardroom control of the company famous for its 'Grand Theft Auto' game. (Rockstar Games/Handout/Reuters)" border="0" /></a>AP - A feisty shareholder revolt at Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. this week offed nearly as many executives as virtual characters in the video game company's violent titles.</p><br clear="all"/>
Chinese cell phone makers make U.S. push
(AP)
AP - Two Chinese cell phone makers are looking to crack the U.S. market, both stressing fashion to make their statement but pursuing divergent strategies to make their mark.
Chrysler to offer satellite TV
(AP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/tech/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070330/ap_on_bi_ge/chrysler_tv"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070329/capt.f9a40d067d07400db791b0e888aad7b5.chrysler_tv_nyml101.jpg?x=130&y=102&sig=dtfxdVTgJsImAHhxkT3sRw--" align="left" height="102" width="130" alt="Willa Norris, 8, left, and Hannah Fowler, 10, sit in a 2008 Chrysler Town and Country minivan during a demonstration of Sirius Backseat TV on Thursday, March 29, 2007 in New York. Chrysler, which invented the minivan, is teaming with Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. to bring three channels, Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network, to the next generation of select 2008 model vehicles. The driver's TV screen, for safety reasons, operates only while the car is in park. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)" border="0" /></a>AP - Coming soon to a minivan near you: Satellite television. DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group on Thursday announced limited satellite TV service for its 2008 Dodge and Chrysler minivans and several other models, continuing its plan to turn the family cruiser into a living room on wheels.</p><br clear="all"/>
Data theft believed to be biggest hack
(AP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/tech/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070330/ap_on_hi_te/tjx_security_breach"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070329/capt.4449e3b52d3143b1bb7d2dd9eaf6870c.tjx_cos_security_breach_bx102.jpg?x=130&y=126&sig=DAX_CRD6XNaAXON2XZFEMA--" align="left" height="126" width="130" alt="A shopper leaves a T.J. Maxx store in Framingham, Mass., in this file photo taken Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007. More than two months after first disclosing that hackers accessed customers' financial data from its computers, discount retailer TJX Cos. has revealed that information from at least 45.7 million credit and debit cards was stolen over an 18-month period. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)" border="0" /></a>AP - A hacker or hackers stole data from at least 45.7 million credit and debit cards of shoppers at off-price retailers including T.J. Maxx and Marshalls in a case believed to be the largest such breach of consumer information.</p><br clear="all"/>
Dell Promises Linux on Desktop and Laptop PCs
(NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - Dell says the people have spoken, and they want their Linux. The personal computer giant announced on its Web site this week that it will soon begin offering Linux on select desktop and laptop PCs. The decision comes after a month-long Dell online survey in which more than 70% of the respondents said they would use a Dell system with the Linux OS for both home and office use.
CTIA Mobile Phone Show: Our Picks and Pans
(PC World)
PC World - From bad bling to phone Zen to Bill Clinton--here's the best and worst of what we saw at this big mobile phone extravaganza.
Trends & Innovations - Thursday
(Investor's Business Daily)
Investor's Business Daily - The free wireless Internet at the local coffee shop, city park or airport may end up costing an unsuspecting user a lot if they are not careful, according to cyber security experts. Hackers are setting up Internet access points that police call "evil twins" or a "man in the middle" that make the user think they're using a free, safe access point. However these WiFi connections steal information and can plant a virus on the laptop to steal data later. The FBI has been aware of this scam for 5 years, but to date, few, if any, cases are pending with U.S. attorneys for this tricky crime.
Red Hat says Yahoo relationship intact
(InfoWorld)
InfoWorld - Tough competition appears to be driving profits down for Red Hat, but the company has hung onto one marquee customer, Yahoo, despite recent reports to the contrary.
Dissident shareholders win control at Take-Two
(Reuters)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/tech/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070330/bs_nm/taketwo_vote_dc"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/nm/20070330/2007_03_30t013516_450x281_us_taketwo_vote.jpg?x=130&y=81&sig=ZPrP3POxYflYm37ztpi5zQ--" align="left" height="81" width="130" alt="In this screenshot provided by Rockstar Games, a scene from the best-selling video game 'Grand Theft Auto - San Andreas' is shown. Dissident shareholders won control of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. and ousted Chief Executive Paul Eibeler, the company behind blockbuster 'Grand Theft Auto' video game series said on Thursday. (Rockstar Games/Handout/Reuters)" border="0" /></a>Reuters - Dissident shareholders won control of
Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. and ousted Chief
Executive Paul Eibeler, the company behind blockbuster "Grand
Theft Auto" video game series said on Thursday.</p><br clear="all"/>
Dell Promises Linux on Desktop and Laptop PCs
(NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - Dell says the people have spoken, and they want their Linux. The personal computer giant announced on its Web site this week that it will soon begin offering Linux on select desktop and laptop PCs. The decision comes after a month-long Dell online survey in which more than 70% of the respondents said they would use a Dell system with the Linux OS for both home and office use.
AOL unit to manage ads in new Web video venture
(Reuters)
Reuters - Internet services company AOL said on
Friday its Advertising.com unit would manage advertising sold
on a new online video venture being built by media
conglomerates News Corp. and NBC Universal.
Britney Spears reaches divorce settlement: magazine
(Reuters)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/internet/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070330/en_nm/spears_divorce_dc"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/nm/20070330/2007_03_29t221935_235x450_us_spears_divorce.jpg?x=67&y=130&sig=4cS1j.xSyaEJqd8GisYprA--" align="left" height="130" width="67" alt="Britney Spears looks up at her husband Kevin Federline as they arrive at the MGM Grand Garden Arena for the 2004 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada in this December 8, 2004 file photo. Pop star Britney Spears and Kevin Federline have reached a settlement in their divorce, People magazine said on March 29, 2007 on its Web site. Terms were not disclosed. (Steve Marcus/Reuters)" border="0" /></a>Reuters - Pop star Britney Spears and Kevin
Federline have reached a settlement in their divorce, People
magazine said on Thursday on its Web site.</p><br clear="all"/>
Washingtonpost.com Revamps Homepage -- Increases Emphasis on Video
(Editor and Publisher)
Editor and Publisher - NEW YORK On Thursday The Washington Post's Web site will unveil a redesigned homepage, which is aimed at simplifying navigation and increasing the site's emphasis on video and multimedia content.
Apple iTunes offers 'Complete My Album'
(AP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/internet/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070329/ap_on_hi_te/apple_itunes_albums"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/nm/20070329/2007_03_29t151045_450x296_us_apple_itunes.jpg?x=130&y=85&sig=y8_p_XQ42Qq4G5RL62w_5A--" align="left" height="85" width="130" alt="A customer checks out Music Store (on a screen) with Apple iTunes at an Apple store in Tokyo in this August 25, 2006 file photo. Apple is throwing its weight behind the music industry's efforts to protect the album format by allowing fans to buy complete digital albums without having to pay again for songs they already own. (Kiyoshi Ota/Files/Reuters)" border="0" /></a>AP - Apple Inc., the company that popularized selling songs online for 99 cents apiece, now hopes to buoy interest in albums, giving customers credit for purchases of full albums from which they have bought individual tracks.</p><br clear="all"/>
A deer's eye view: live on the Internet
(Reuters)
Reuters - Smashing antlers coming
right at you and deer on the trot are among the sights you'll
see, though much of the time the action is limited.
Microsoft previews new mobile Internet browser
(AFP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/internet/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070329/tc_afp/usitinternettelecom"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/afp/20070329/capt.sge.kip67.290307210956.photo00.photo.default-512x352.jpg?x=130&y=89&sig=aY4yZDwsB6j3DkARbJoBvg--" align="left" height="89" width="130" alt="Photo of Microsoft's logo. US software colossus Microsoft on Thursday unveiled a prototype of a mobile Internet browser designed to mirror the ease of going online via a desktop computer.(AFP/File)" border="0" /></a>AFP - US software colossus Microsoft on Thursday unveiled a prototype of a mobile Internet browser designed to mirror the ease of going online via a desktop computer.</p><br clear="all"/>
Microsoft Investigating Windows Zero-Day Bug
(TechWeb)
TechWeb - Microsoft is working on a patch for the bug that uses Internet Explorer as its main attack vector, and affects all the recent Windows releases, including Vista.
Web news readers have greater attention span: U.S. study
(Reuters)
Reuters - People who use the
Internet to read the news have a greater attention span than
print readers, according to a U.S. study that refutes the idea
that Web surfers jump around and don't read much.
Web drama to make debut on MySpace
(AP)
<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/internet/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070329/ap_on_hi_te/myspace_video"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/afp/20070329/capt.sge.khg99.290307175835.photo00.photo.default-512x367.jpg?x=130&y=93&sig=VbwmLzYt_CuRZqUKZpsa3g--" align="left" height="93" width="130" alt="A woman looks at the MySpace website. MySpace announced on Thursday that it will host a mystery series titled 'Prom Queen' produced in 90-second snippets by former Walt Disney studio head Michael Eisner.(AFP/File/Nicolas Kamm)" border="0" /></a>AP - Episodes of the new Internet drama "Prom Queen" will make their exclusive debut Sunday on News Corp.'s MySpace social-networking site, the company said Thursday.</p><br clear="all"/>
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