Information Technology
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Exclusive e-book deal with Amazon is cut backAug 24, 2010 11:00 pm - NEW YORK -- An exclusive e-book deal between Amazon.com and the agent for such Random House classics as "Invisible Man" and "Lolita" is no longer exclusive, and no longe...
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Recession hits smart-phone makers in the chipsAug 20, 2010 11:00 pm - NEW YORK -- The seemingly recession-proof smart phone is suffering from a side effect of the rough economy: Manufacturers simply can't build enough of the gadgets becau...
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Groupon expands to 6 markets in U.S. and CanadaAug 20, 2010 11:00 pm - Group coupon purveyor Groupon is launching its service in six new cities in the U.S. and Canada, the company said Friday. The concept, which has quickly become a favorit...
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Google defends its 'Street View' in GermanyAug 19, 2010 11:00 pm - BERLIN -- Google Inc. is defending its "Street View" feature against sharp criticism in Germany saying it has gone a long way to address people's privacy concerns. Googl...
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Quicken Online shutting down this monthAug 19, 2010 11:00 pm - The popularity of free budgeting sites continues to soar. But users of one of the big players in the arena, Quicken Online, will no longer be able to sign in starting Au...
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HP's 3Q numbers solid but could fuel doubtsAug 19, 2010 11:00 pm - SAN FRANCISCO -- Now that Mark Hurd is out as CEO of Hewlett-Packard Co., the world's biggest technology company is trying to prove to Wall Street that it can thrive un...
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Dell 2Q net income rises 16 percentAug 19, 2010 11:00 pm - SEATTLE -- PC maker Dell Inc. said Thursday its net income improved 16 percent in the fiscal second quarter as businesses replaced aging technology, though a key profit...
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New website offers tools for small entrepreneurs, job seekersAug 19, 2010 11:00 pm - Entrepreneurs have another tool to improve their businesses after this week's launch of budgetpreneur.com, aimed at providing free or low-cost resources that also can he...
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Facebook checks in, adding location-based featureAug 18, 2010 11:00 pm - NEW YORK -- Facebook users carrying their smart phones will soon be able to "check in" to real-world locations such as bars, parks and live concerts as the social networ...
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Music royalty talks consider cell phone mandateAug 18, 2010 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON -- A long-running dispute between radio broadcasters and the recording industry over music royalties has taken an unexpected turn with a proposed settlement ...