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    YouTube has released application programming interfaces allowing its content to be embedded into other Web sites, desktop applications, video games and mobile devices.

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    The Department of Defence announced that upgrades to its financial management system are underway with the Resource and Output Management and Accounting Network going live on Wednesday.

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    Version 4 of the popular Web scripting language is on borrowed time, forcing developers to the less successful version 5

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    British Airways chief information officer Paul Coby can justifiably claim more than most of his peers to have had a tough time coping with the economic slowdown and cuts in IT budgets.

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    On the last day of JavaOne, the Sun vice president shares exotic uses of the software, like dancing robots and underwater exploration vehicles.

  • OS makers: Security is job No. 1

    New generation of software focuses as much on security as on glitzy features, as consumers get frustrated by viruses and fraud threats.

  • Monochrome magic: Six printers tested

    Who needs colour? Sometimes all you need is a black-and-white printer that can churn out the pages fast. We look at your options.

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    By making coding flaws public, are security researchers exposing users to unnecessary risk? Some believe only full disclosure keeps vendors honest. Flaw finders, however, disagree.

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    The Brother HL-2170W laser printer can be the perfect money saving sidekick to your existing inkjet, but don't expect it to handle even the most minor graphic jobs.

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    If you're ready to let go of old habits from previous versions of Word and want to make sleeker-looking documents, Microsoft Word 2007 is worth the upgrade. However, less-expensive alternatives handle its core features without the clutter.

  • Canon Pixma iP5000

    A relatively fast, versatile printer with excellent text and graphics quality.

  • Paint it black: 6 mono printers tested

    Who needs colour? Sometimes all you need is a black-and-white printer that can churn out the pages fast. We test your options.

  • Fit to Print: 9 colour laser printers tested

    Printing solutions for the office come in all shapes and sizes. Check out our review to find the right one for your needs.

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