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Teens let :) and LOL slip into formal writing Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
NEW YORK -- It's nothing to LOL about: Despite best efforts to keep school writing assignments formal, two-thirds of teens admit in a survey that emoticons and other informal styles have crept in.

How-to video industry profits on Web Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
Learning how to turn a flashlight into a laser is not a top priority for most people. Yet Kip Kedersha's step-by-step instructional video that teaches how to do just that has been seen online by more people (1.88 million) than live in Manhattan (about 1.6 million).

New video game reviews: 'Command and Conquer,' 'Crisis Core,' 'Naruto' Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
Sometimes a game is so good that when an expansion pack is released, the expectations overwhelm it and you're left disappointed. "Kane's Wrath" definitely fits under this label as much as we all hoped it wouldn't.

Bands look to outsourcing music videos to fans to build support Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
So, have you edited the new R.E.M. video yet?

'GTA' could drive away with record Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
"Grand Theft Auto IV" comes out on Tuesday for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, and if all the hype is to be believed, it's gonna be huge.

We tried it Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
If you enjoy listening to your iPod while doing household chores but find that the standard-issue earbuds fail to block out your loud kids, noise-reduction earphones may be the solution.

Bloggers offer glimpse of uncensored Cuba Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
HAVANA -- Only a month has passed since ordinary Cubans won the right to own computers, and the government still keeps a rigid grip on Internet access.

'GTA IV' offers almost perfect crime Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
Eight hours into "Grand Theft Auto IV," I've stolen 17 cars, run over 20 people and killed another 15 (some of whom had it coming).

U-M teams up with Google to scan books Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
ANN ARBOR -- In a dimly lit back room on the second level of the University of Michigan library's book-shelving department, Courtney Mitchel helped a giant desktop machine digest a rare, centuries-old Bible.

Deleted, trashed or erased doesn't mean it's gone forever Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
So you think you deleted that computer file? You dragged those pictures to the trash. You ran the cleansing program you bought on the Internet that promised to cover your tracks.

'Friendly' spam invades Facebook Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
Wherever you go on the Web, it seems the riffraff are not far behind.

Computer files virtually impossible to delete Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST
So you think you deleted that computer file? You dragged those pictures to the trash. You ran the cleansing program you bought on the Internet that promised to cover your tracks.

Game review: 'Mario Kart Wii' 1Ups its predecessors Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 EST
Buckle up. By far the single best game unleashed by Nintendo for its current generation console since its introductory "Wii Sports," "Mario Kart Wii" is truly geared to anyone with a need for mushroom speed.

'Dark Sector' has visuals that will hold your attention Fri, 02 May 2008 00:37:00 EST
OK, if you have never heard of or can't appreciate the humor and joy in watching a terrible movie like 1983's "Krull," then I don't know what to do with you.

AT&T cell phones to offer video Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 EST
NEW YORK -- AT&T Inc. is launching its new video service for cell phones Sunday on two phones, and will charge $15 per month for 10 channels.

Free 'Gizmos' program teaches basic technology Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 EST
SOUTHFIELD -- Residents interested in learning about basic technology trends are invited to attend a presentation of "Gizmos, Gadgets and Widgets" at 7 p.m. May 8 at the Southfield Public Library.

Microsoft signs software deal with Hyundai and Kia Tue, 06 May 2008 07:04:00 EST
DETROIT -- Microsoft Corp. has signed a worldwide deal with automakers Hyundai and Kia to use its in-car software that allows people to use voice commands to control personal music players and telephones.

Tech mergers are difficult deals Tue, 06 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Sure, things look rough for Yahoo Inc. and Microsoft Corp. now that they couldn't agree on a deal. Yahoo's stock has cratered, and Microsoft has to figure out another way to catch up in the online ad market, a flaw so big it was willing to pay $47.5 billion to fix it.

Tech firm wooed with $357M tax credit Mon, 05 May 2008 10:32:00 EST
LANSING -- Michiganians struggling to pay their own electric bills could be stunned to learn they may have to help pick up a multimillion-dollar power tab in a few years for a highly successful silicon manufacturer in the Saginaw Valley.

'Smart' power meters herald future of our electricity use Mon, 05 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
ELIZABETHTOWN, Pa. -- Determined to cut his electricity bill, Darrell Brubaker took the usual steps of raising his air conditioner's thermostat and cooking more on the grill.

Yahoo CEO on hot seat after rebuffing Microsoft's $47.5B bid Mon, 05 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
SAN FRANCISCO -- Yahoo Inc. Chief Executive Jerry Yang has gotten what he wanted: a chance to prove his company is worth more than the $47.5 billion that Microsoft Corp. offered to buy the Internet pioneer.

Avoiding Web ads is major challenge Mon, 05 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Q .How is it that online advertisers seem to know that I'm thinking of buying a car or planning a big vacation? I find that creepy, so what can I do about it?

Competitive zeal of Ballmer key element in Yahoo chase Mon, 05 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
REDMOND, Wash. -- As Yahoo continued to resist Microsoft's $42 billion takeover offer, a key question was just how far Microsoft's excitable CEO, Steve Ballmer, was willing to go in hopes of defeating online advertising and search leader Google.

In our opinion Mon, 05 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Buckle up. By far the single best game unleashed by Nintendo for its current generation console since its introductory "Wii Sports," "Mario Kart Wii" ($49.99; rated E for everyone) is truly geared to anyone with a need for mushroom speed. It's a mix of updated classic tracks -- hello, Rainbow Road -- from the likes of SNES, Game Boy, DS, N64 and GameCube to some lively new courses (32 in all), as well as a refreshing spin on its battle mode. And the game features the addition of motorbike racing to boot for the 24 unique characters. Nintendo also has brought out the Wii Wheel, a white-plastic, kart-style steering wheel that houses the remote for lifelike control with the game. Whether you're an experienced Nintendo kart racer or this is your first time on the circuit, the game will win you over. "Mario Kart Wii" places first. GRADE: A

Microsoft abandons Yahoo bid, rebuffing higher sale price Sun, 04 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
SAN FRANCISCO -- Microsoft Corp. withdrew its $42.3 billion bid to buy Yahoo Inc. on Saturday, scrapping an attempt to snap up the tarnished Internet icon in hopes of toppling online search and advertising leader Google Inc.

Tom Gromak: Inkjet printers -- like inks and paper -- aren't all created equal Fri, 09 May 2008 13:52:00 EST
Several months back, I took the opportunity to test and review the Epson PictureMate Dash, a great little lunchbox-sized and shaped digital snapshot printer. While the printer wowed me, it's the ink that's kept my attention.

Technology amps up teen peer pressures Fri, 09 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Using her cell phone, a high school girl sends nude photos of herself to boyfriends that wind up printed and distributed in the boys locker room at Hudson (Wis.) High School. Two boys accused of doing it are charged with defaming her character. The girl tells police she is devastated.

Wireless home security lets you check in from afar Fri, 09 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
As a police officer in southern Florida, Greg Varley was dispatched to investigate as many as 10 false alarms a day at residents' homes. He was frustrated to discover that most people didn't disarm their security systems properly.

Game reviews: 'Gran Turismo 5' teaser whets appetites Fri, 09 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
My co-worker and fellow gamer, Paul, is huge on cars. Loves them in ways I normally think would be unhealthy considering the depth and reach of his knowledge on the subject. He races cars on tracks on weekends, and he's always talking about tweaks he's made to his rides and comparing car specs with others around us.

HP seeks to buy EDS for $13B Tue, 13 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Hewlett-Packard, the world's biggest personal-computer maker, is in talks to buy Electronic Data Systems in what would be CEO Mark Hurd's largest acquisition since taking over three years ago.

RIM launching 'Bold' new Blackberrys Mon, 12 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
NEW YORK -- Research In Motion Ltd. on Monday is introducing its first major new BlackBerry model in more than a year: the Bold, a high-end model that further demonstrates the company's desire to make tools for both work and play.

Next generation of business software could get more fun Mon, 12 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Technology researchers are trying to replicate old-fashioned office interactions by transforming everyday business software for the new era of work.

'Riddle of the Tomb': Good buy, good fun game Mon, 12 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
"Cleopatra: Riddle of the Tomb" is a straightforward adventure game that offers about 10 hours of enjoyable, thought-provoking gameplay without major flaws. Given the bargain price, it's quite a steal for puzzle adventure fans.

HP's EDS purchase aims to rival IBM Wed, 14 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Hewlett-Packard Co. has agreed to buy Electronic Data Systems Corp., Michigan's largest IT employer, for about $13.2 billion in cash to build a technology-services company that could rival the current market leader, IBM Corp.

Detroit News Web site wins award Fri, 16 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Detnews.com received the EPpy Award on Thursday for best overall design of a Web site with more than 1 million monthly unique visitors, beating out other national Web sites such as Washingtonpost.com.

Download case may be retried Fri, 16 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
MINNEAPOLIS -- A Minnesota woman ordered to pay $222,000 in the nation's first music download trial may get another chance with a jury.

MySpace wins $230 million anti-spam judgment Thu, 15 May 2008 15:14:00 EST
NEW YORK -- A notorious "Spam King" and his partner now owe MySpace about $230 million in damages after a federal judge awarded the popular online hangout what is believed to be the largest anti-spam judgment ever.

Robot acts as conductor with human-like precision Thu, 15 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
DETROIT -- The lights dimmed, the sold-out hall grew hushed and out walked the conductor -- shiny, white and 4-feet-3-inches high.

Cell phone use by drivers debated in Michigan Mon, 19 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
LANSING -- David Teater's attitude toward driving while talking on a hand-held cell phone changed Jan. 19, 2004.

Researchers teach 'Second Life' avatar to think Mon, 19 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
TROY, N.Y. -- Edd Hifeng barely merits a second glance in "Second Life." A steel-gray robot with lanky limbs and linebacker shoulders, he looks like a typical avatar in the popular virtual world.

Study finds Internet influence small when buying Mon, 19 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
NEW YORK -- The Internet is routinely used when making buying decisions, but its influence is small compared with offline channels such as friends and sales personnel, a new study finds.

'Speed Racer' game fails to go the distance Mon, 19 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
The Wachowskis helped rewrite Hollywood and video game convergence with "Enter the Matrix," a game that offered an original story featuring the actors from "The Matrix Reloaded" film. With "Speed Racer," they've brought actors Emile Hirsch (Speed Racer), Matthew Fox (Racer X) and Christina Ricci (Trixie) along for this virtual sequel.

TiVo, cable companies to offer digital adapters Mon, 19 May 2008 08:07:00 EST
PHILADELPHIA -- The cable industry said Monday that it's going to start offering adapters for TiVo Inc.'s high-definition digital video recorders with cable card slots so customers can resurrect channels that disappear when companies use new technology to save bandwidth.

Microsoft: New talks for alternative Yahoo deal Sun, 18 May 2008 18:20:00 EST
SAN FRANCISCO -- Microsoft Corp. is once again trying to team up with Yahoo Inc. to challenge Internet search and advertising leader Google Inc., although at this point the renewed talks haven't escalated to another attempt to take over Yahoo.

Ads to tout Web site on hospitals Wed, 21 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
A federal Web site that allows users to compare hospital performance now provides a new forum for patients to rate their overnight stays.

Netflix's boxes bypass mail delivery Wed, 21 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
SAN FRANCISCO -- Preparing for the eventual extinction of its DVD-by-mail rental service, Netflix Inc. on Tuesday introduced its first solution for subscribers who want entertainment delivered directly to their television sets with just a few clicks on a remote control.

Wii be 'Fit' Tue, 20 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
With new game, Nintendo invites gamers to get moving.

Microsoft, Yahoo again in talks Tue, 20 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
SAN FRANCISCO -- Just two weeks after breaking off merger talks, Microsoft Corp. and Yahoo Inc. have been pulled back to the bargaining table by their fears about what might happen if they don't work out a deal.

Video game reviews: 'Prince Caspian' and 'Wii Fit' Fri, 23 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
Goodness gracious, if the video game "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian" can keep you playing for more than an hour or so, you deserve your own closet that transports you to Narnia. Otherwise, I can see no other earthly reason why anyone would stick with this, because the controls, visuals, strategy and overall gameplay are viciously cruel to gamers.

A guide to when and where to shop for clothing online Fri, 23 May 2008 01:00:00 EST
We buy music over the ether, try on clothes from across the globe and pick pizza with our PDAs. According to a Nielsen survey, more than 875 million people worldwide have shopped online -- a 40 percent increase in just two years. In the U.S., online retail is even defying the gloomy economic forecast, with cyber sales expected to rise 17 percent this year to $204 billion -- and apparel is leading all categories at $26.6 billion, according to Forrester Research.

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