Facebook Photo Memories Will Now Hide Pics Of Your Ex

Facebook Photo Memories Will Now Hide Pics Of Your Ex: "Facebook has changed the algorithm behind Photo Memories so it doesn't display photos of your ex. But is it enough?

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43 Percent of Teens Affected by Cyber Bullying, Study Says

43 Percent of Teens Affected by Cyber Bullying, Study Says: "Most kids have been the target of cyber bullying, according to a Wednesday report. "

Facebook Sues Over Free Gift Card, 'dislike' Button Scams

Facebook Sues Over Free Gift Card, 'dislike' Button Scams: "Facebook has sued two men and affiliate marketing company MaxBounty, accusing them of spamming the social network."

Users neglect Java patches, leave attack door wide open

Users neglect Java patches, leave attack door wide open: "Oracle should piggyback on Microsoft's update service to boost users' chances of running a patched version of Java, a security expert said."

Zeus botnet gang targets Charles Schwab accounts

Zeus botnet gang targets Charles Schwab accounts: "Criminals are now using a Zeus botnet to pillage Charles Schwab investment accounts, a security researcher said."

Best Password Managers: Top 4 Reviewed

Best Password Managers: Top 4 Reviewed: "These four password managers (1Password, Clipperz, LastPass, RoboForm) offer security anytime, anywhere"

Second Wave of Adware Pounds Web Surfers

Second Wave of Adware Pounds Web Surfers: "Once considered vanquished, adware has enjoyed a big resurgence in the last year, owing in large part to social networks.
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How to Bling Your Facebook Business Page

How to Bling Your Facebook Business Page: "Businesses have a lot to gain from a presence on Facebook, but setting it up isn’t always intuitive. These tips and tricks will help you get your business connected with the social network."

Steve Jobs Talks Trash About Google's Android, Knocks Tiny Tablets

Steve Jobs Talks Trash About Google's Android, Knocks Tiny Tablets: "Apple CEO Steve Jobs took shots at Google and rebutted claims by some analysts and developers that Android is a better bet for smartphones and tablets
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Panda Antivirus for Mac Addresses Apple Security Flaws

Panda Antivirus for Mac Addresses Apple Security Flaws: "Panda Security believes that as Apple gains market share cybercriminals will find targeting Mac users to be financially viable. The tipping point is almost upon us; hence Panda Antivirus for Mac.

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Indie Developer Makes a Kindle Game

Indie Developer Makes a Kindle Game: "Spry Fox has created Triple Town, which is supposedly the first Kindle game from an independent studio.
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Phony tax e-mail pretends to be from IRS as extension filing day arrives

Phony tax e-mail pretends to be from IRS as extension filing day arrives: "

Filed under: Tax, Fraud, Identity Theft, Consumer Ally

As Friday's tax deadline approaches for those who applied for extensions in April, don't be fooled if you get an e-mail that appears to be from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service -- it's a scam to trick you into giving up personal information to potential ID thieves.



The Better Business Bureau, Greater Maryland issued an alert to be on the lookout for an e-mail with the subject line: 'Your Tax Payment ID: 010377149 has been rejected. Urgent Report information,' following reports from consumers and businesses who received the message.

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Protecting your privacy in the information age

Protecting your privacy in the information age: "

Filed under: Extracurriculars, Technology, Identity Theft

For 25 years, Frank Ahearn made a career out of tracking people down. Now he helps them disappear.



Starting in 1984, Ahearn worked as a skip tracer (tracing people who skip town) tracking down everyone from a crook who helped steal the Oscar statuettes to an out-of-focus doughball in a beret named Monica Lewinsky.



He also specialized in setting up sting operations to prove disability fraud.

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Black Friday: Trade in your old iPod at Toys R Us

Black Friday: Trade in your old iPod at Toys R Us: "

Filed under: Technology, Black Friday

Consumer electronics are some of the hottest gift items, but also among the worst investments. Like new cars, electronics depreciate the minute you take them out of the store. Their value is in the use, and once that has been outlived, they aren't worth much.



Even if you aren't an early adopter who has to have the latest and greatest technology as it comes out, odds are pretty good you've got a few older gadgets laying around. And after cell phones, iPods may be the most abundantly replaced electronic item.

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Nine tips for consumers shopping for identity theft protection

Nine tips for consumers shopping for identity theft protection: "

Filed under: Family Money, Fraud, Identity Theft, Consumer Ally, In the News

National Protect Your Identity Week is underway and numerous companies have wasted no time in letting consumers know that they offer the best service to combat fraud and theft.



But the Consumer Federation of America warns that many of these companies make false promises and exaggerated or misleading claims.



'Identity theft services may be able to help resolve your identity theft problems, but no service can absolutely prevent your personal information from being stolen,' Susan Grant, the organization's director of consumer protection, said in a statement. 'It's important for consumers to know what to steer clear of when purchasing identity theft services.'

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Facebook, Skype integrate their services

Facebook, Skype integrate their services: "Skype now allows its users to log into their Facebook accounts and perform a variety of Facebook tasks from within the Skype interface."

Apple's text-control tech isn't about stopping sexting

Apple's text-control tech isn't about stopping sexting: "

A surprising number of observers have asserted that Apple is aiming to help concerned parents crack down on inappropriate text messages -- such as 'sexts' -- among tee

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Verizon iPhone on track for March 2011 debut, says analyst

Verizon iPhone on track for March 2011 debut, says analyst: "

Apple is on schedule to launch an iPhone capable of making calls on Verizon's network early next year, most likely in March 2011, a research analyst said today, citing sources among Asian parts suppliers.

"It's on track," said Brian Marshall, an analyst with Gleacher & Co. who watches Apple. Marshall had first pegged March as the launch for a Verizon iPhone five months ago.

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A new incentive for pre-paid wireless customers

A new incentive for pre-paid wireless customers: "

Filed under: Saving Money, Technology

You'll get more for your money with no-contract wireless - as long as you pay your bill on time. Today, Boost Mobile, one of the pre-paid arms of Sprint, rolls out Monthly Unlimited with Shrinkage.



It works like this: The basic Monthly Unlimited (unlimited phone, text, data, IM and 411) is $50. Pay your bill on time for six months and your monthly tab drops to $45. Hit 12 months of on time payments and you go to $40. And with 18, you lock in at $35 for as long as you're with the carrier. Oh, and the months don't have to be consecutive; they're additive. If you pay on time for two months, skip a month or two, then pay on time for another four, you still get your $5 off.

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French Government May Subsidize Music Downloads, Says EU

French Government May Subsidize Music Downloads, Says EU: "The European Commission has approved France’s program to subsidize legal music downloads for young people.
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Facebook Tightens Security with One-Time Passwords

Facebook Tightens Security with One-Time Passwords: "Facebook is introducing new security controls like one-time passwords to protect accounts and prevent hijacking.

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Most large companies hit by hack attacks, survey shows

Most large companies hit by hack attacks, survey shows: "Is this year turning out to be even worse for getting hacked than last year? That's what a survey of 350 IT and network professionals indicates."

5 Reasons to Buy a Verizon iPhone

5 Reasons to Buy a Verizon iPhone: "With the iPhone set to become available through Verizon stores, here are five reasons why you should buy it there instead of with the current AT&T service.

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Facebook Groups Prank Example of Problem with Default Opt-In

Facebook Groups Prank Example of Problem with Default Opt-In: "I assume Mark Zuckerberg isn't really a member of NAMBLA, but the prank of adding him without his consent is a poignant example of what's wrong with Facebook Groups.

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Mobile malware exploits on the way, experts say

Mobile malware exploits on the way, experts say: "Smartphone exploits are coming, as cybercriminals start to figure out how to make money by hacking mobile devices, two mobile security experts said."

Sam's Club to add Wi-Fi for shoppers

Sam's Club to add Wi-Fi for shoppers: "Sam's Club locations nationwide will have Wi-Fi from AT&T by November that will provide customers with access to Web-based price comparisons via their smartphones. The wireless access will also be used to better demonstrate Internet-ready TVs and other electronics."

New Facebook Groups: 5 key facts

New Facebook Groups: 5 key facts: "Facebook unveiled a new feature on its site that lets you share, chat and e-mail with small groups of friends."

Facebook's New Groups Try to Change Everything

Facebook's New Groups Try to Change Everything: "Friend lists have been a hallmark of Facebook since the beginning, but now Facebook thinks it's found a better way in Groups. "

Android the Most Popular Mobile OS? Not Quite

Android the Most Popular Mobile OS? Not Quite: "Android mobile operating system isn't really the most popular compared to BlackBerry and iPhone.


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Fake Browser Warnings Dupe Users Into Downloading 'Scareware'

Fake Browser Warnings Dupe Users Into Downloading 'Scareware': "Scammers are spoofing the anti-malware warnings of popular browsers to dupe Windows users into downloading fake security software, according to Symantec.








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Google Goggles Hits the iPhone

Google Goggles Hits the iPhone: "Google on Tuesday released a version of its Google Goggles feature for Apple's iPhone.

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