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Microsoft security updates for June 2009

Learn about and download the latest computer security updates for June 2009. Read tips on protecting your computer by using anti-spyware and anti-spam programs. More: continued here

Frequently Asked Photo Questions for September

Dave answers reader questions about photographing photos, finding exposure metadata, megapixels versus megabytes, and more . More: continued here

Web Company CEOs Call for Net Neutrality Rules

Leaders of 24 Web-based companies ask the FCC to move forward with net neutrality rules. More: continued here

BOOKS ON SCIENCE | John Markoff: Rethinking What Leads the Way: Science, or New Technology?

An economist says science and technology move forward together in a kind of co-evolution, and science does not lead. More: continued here

Apple’s Profit Climbs 47% as Sales Gain

Strong sales of the iPhone and Macintosh computers helped Apple post strong gains while rivals still struggle. More: continued here

Notify Makes It Easier to Keep an Eye on Gmail

If you use Gmail for your primary e-mail account, but don’t access it using a dedicated email client (or a dedicated Gmail app such as Mailplane), you know how… More: continued here

Windows 7: Upgrade Checklist

This checklist can help ensure a smooth transition to Windows 7. More: continued here

Flip Video MinoHD (Second Generation) Pocket Camcorder

The second-generation Flip MinoHD is the sexiest and most solidly built pocket camcorder we’ve seen yet, and it backs those refinements up with very good video quality. More: continued here

Optimize Your Windows 7 PC

Squeeze the very best performance out of your PC with these Windows 7 optimization tricks. More: continued here

Windows 7 Review

Windows 7 gets the basics right. Here’s what you need to know about the new OS. More: continued here

Upgrade to Gigabit Networking for Better Performance

Get faster file transfers, smoother video streaming, and better network gaming with the fastest PC networking tools. More: continued here

Toy Story Mania for IPhone

I turned 37 years old this year, which–as comedian Patton Oswalt would tell you in a stand-up routine a little too blue to link to here–is not a real birthday… More: continued here

EU Says Europe Must Scan Books as Does Google

The EC urged the EU to create a European equivalent to the proposed Google Books agreement in the US. More: continued here

MikeeUSA’s code, now available on geekfeminism.org

While I completely support SourceForge’s decision to remove MikeeUSA’s code for violation of their Terms of Service, I can’t help kinda feeling sorry for the guy, because apparently he didn’t have any other copies. Let’s face it, he’s not a very experienced developer, and he can’t be expected to understand advanced topics like, oh, keeping [...]

“iDon’t” Campaign Means No Verizon iPhone?

The new “iDon’t” TV ad spotlights perceived iPhone shortcomings while promoting a new Verizon Android smartphone due next month. More: continued here