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    Consumers are being warned that they may get an ad instead of a music or video file on several file-sharing sites in what security firm McAfee says is the most significant malware outbreak in three years.

  • RealNetworks takes open-source route

    In an effort to fend off rival Microsoft, RealNetworks plans to unveil 'Helix,' a new open source version of its media streaming software that supports multiple file formats.

  • DivX not just for bootlegs

    A dark-horse competitor is joining the bitter battle over Internet video standards, promising to bring an MP3-like challenge to market leaders Microsoft and RealNetworks.

  • Tech giants push MPEG-4 standard

    A standards body comprising such tech heavyweights as Apple Computer and Cisco Systems has released a specification for streaming MPEG-4 video and audio via the Web.

  • RealNetworks to stand behind MPEG-4

    The streaming company says it will support MPEG-4, which could offer new interactive enhancements and greatly simplify sending digital audio and video over the Internet.

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    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.

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    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.

  • 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.

  • Sony Ericsson K750i

    We can barely fault the 2-megapixel K750i from Sony Ericsson, which is a very compelling and easy-to-use handset for mobile users looking to upgrade.

  • Open-source rival to MP3 released

    Members of the Ogg Vorbis project have unveiled release 1.0 of their software, an open-source alternative to the MP3 format.

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