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    The technology that started the multimedia revolution is ten years old this month, and Apple is opening a new chapter with MPEG-4.

  • New PC models to restrict copying

    Microsoft and Hewlett-Packard have released additional details about digital entertainment PCs coming for the holidays. But new anti-copying technology could hamper sales, say analysts and potential buyers.

  • Linux speeds up computer forensics for cops

    Australian university students have developed a Linux-based data forensics tool to help police churn through a growing backlog of computer-related criminal investigations.

  • Group calls for copy protection Rosetta stone

    Tired of the confusing mess of copy protection tools that keep some songs and videos from playing on your iPod or Napster player? So is Leonardo Chiariglione.

  • New DVD 'ripper' pre-empts DMCA ruling

    Studio 321 is pushing ahead with new DVD-copying software despite an imminent ruling on its legality under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

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  • What you'll buy this year

    Pundits are predicting a slow tech year, but that doesn't mean that there won't be gizmos to catch your eye and snag your wallet.

  • What's in Quicktime's future?

    Thanks to QuickTime's promised MPEG-4 compression technology, movie previews now look absolutely stellar. But don't get used to seeing the pretty pictures.

  • DivX software delivers movable media

    DivXNetworks unveiled a new version of its compression technology that promises to let Internet users shrink video files on the PC to play back on a range of consumer electronics devices.

  • Winamp 3 -- still kicking Llama posterior?

    Winamp3 isn't just another MP3 player upgrade, as Nullsoft now tout it as a full media player. Does it make the grade? Check out our Australian review.

  • NTI CD Maker Platinum: Simple burning

    CD Maker Platinum is a decent package for novices wanting to create CDs and DVDs. Read our Australian review.

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