Archive for 'Tech'

Stop Advertising Prostitution Expertise, LinkedIn Says
May 20, 2013 - The job-oriented social network has changed its privacy policy to explicitly prohibit profiles promoting prostitution or escort service. Some profiles on the site still list prostitution as a skill.

A New Free Way to Send Money: Through Email
May 16, 2013 - Google is gradually rolling out a feature that lets you attach money to an email, just like a photo or text document.

Got a Klout Score Higher Than 55? American Airlines Will Buy You Drinks
May 15, 2013 - Popular on Twitter or Facebook? You may be eligible for free Wi-Fi, alcohol, and snacks.

Cell Phones: Is a No-Contract Deal Cheaper?
May 14, 2013 - Skipping a contract can save you hundreds of dollars, but it requires some planning.

Ads Hide Secret Messages That Only Kids Can See
May 13, 2013 - A clever printing technique allows advertisers to create optical illusions — or different messages for kids and adults on the same image.

When Microsoft Calls, Don’t Answer
May 13, 2013 - Scammers posing as Microsoft techs may try to gain access to your system or sign you up for services you don't need.

Best and Worst Things to Buy in May
May 07, 2013 - Expect Memorial Day sales to produce many remarkable bargains, but May is not the month to buy video game consoles and games. Plus, here are the latest TV technology developments.

Russia Charging NASA $70 Million per Spaceship Seat
May 02, 2013 - Since the U.S. shuttle fleet was retired in 2011, NASA depends on Russia's spacecraft — and they keep raising prices.

Online Ads Can Track You Across Multiple Devices
Apr 30, 2013 - If it seems like ads are following you home, you may not be wrong -- the targeting technology is getting better.

Stop Paying for Text Messages by Using Apps
Apr 29, 2013 - Free-texting apps can rack up serious savings on your smartphone bill.

Smartphones Can Skim Credit Card Info Through Your Wallet
Apr 29, 2013 - Experts warn that fraudsters could gain access to your credit just by holding their phones close to your pocket.

Hacked Twitter Account Moved Stock Market $136B
Apr 24, 2013 - The Dow dropped about 150 points in 2 minutes on Tuesday when a hacked news service Twitter account warned of explosions at the White House.

Is It Illegal for Employers to Demand Your Facebook Password?
Apr 24, 2013 - An amendment that would have banned the practice failed in the U.S. House, but 6 states have laws to prevent it from happening.

13 Big Myths About Tech
Apr 24, 2013 - Think you should not leave your laptop plugged in, that you need expensive HDMI cables, or that 1080p is better than 720p?

$80 Tablet Good for Entry-Level Use
Apr 23, 2013 - Not sure you need or want a tablet? Reviews suggest this is one of the best economy options so far.