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    A malicious script that spies on Apple Mac users was discovered over the weekend. The malware, which has been dubbed 'Opener' by Mac user-groups, disables Mac OS X's built in firewall, steals personal information and can destroy data.

  • Windows users: Patch now or turn off Bluetooth

    Microsoft's June Patch Tuesday release included a critical fix affecting all Windows Vista and XP systems, which could allow attackers to wirelessly steal confidential information from laptops by exploiting a flaw in the Bluetooth stack.

  • Record industry sues Napster clones

    After successful suits against Napster, Scour and Aimster, the record industry and Hollywood studios are again flexing their muscles. The new plan: Sue file-trading networks Music City, Kazaa and Grokster.

  • Indrema: developing high-end Linux entertainment center

    "The future of Linux is on your TV," proclaimed the Indrema website. Reading further, I was informed that the Indrema entertainment system would be a "revolutionary product built on a revolutionary operating system, Linux."

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    Netpliance's i-opener is for moms who don't want the burden of buying a complete computer. Just plug in the flat panel LCD screen and keyboard - and mom's ready to experience the Internet and e-mail. Just in time for Mother's Day.

  • First Take: Yahoo Messenger with Voice

    Free voice calls and voicemail, built-in Web searches, and drag-and-drop photo sharing make Yahoo's new instant messenger a fun, powerful IM tool.

  • Normalising MP3s

    By now, you have probably amassed a sizable collection of MP3 files. As a result, you may have unwittingly acquired some less-than-questionable copies of your favourite songs. We'll show you how to get your listening in order.

  • Add power to your digicam

    There are lots of camera supplies and accessories for digital cameras but which are the ones that will really make a difference? Find out in our add-on guide for digicams.

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