Intel Updates $1,000 CPU; Next Up, 8-Core Chips
Intel bumped up the speeds of its Core i7 chips Tuesday night, while confirming that the "Clarkdale" chip combining graphics and a CPU was still slated to begin production in the fourth quarter.

FCC: Sudden SunRocket Shutdown Won't Repeat
When VoIP provider SunRocket unexpectedly closed its doors in 2007, many customers were not aware of the closure until they picked up the phone and did not hear a dial tone.

New Safari Flaw, Worms Turn Spotlight on Apple Security
Updated: Security and anti-virus companies issue warnings about new threats that could change the way some Internet users, especially those on Mac platforms, view security.
Intel, Microsoft to Fund Parallel Programming
Intel and Microsoft jointly announced an initiative to create two "universal parallel computing research centers" on Tuesday, designed to give new multicore processors something to do.

Romney Campaign Laptops Stolen
Romney's campaign staff says encryption makes the stolen laptops good for little more than parts.

Intel Aims for New Mobile PC Category
The chip maker is pitching a new, inexpensive "Ultramobile PC"that is likely to work with Microsoft's Origami project.
Nissan Outlines Hybrid Plans
Nissan Motor Co. outlined plans on Monday to launch its own hybrid, bio-ethanol and other "green" cars as it seeks to dash its image as an environmental laggard behind Toyota Motor Corp. and Honda Motor Co.

Sony Debuts Download-to-Own Game Service
Sony launched its own somewhat convoluted download-to-own gaming service on Tuesday, forcing PSP owners who want to play PlayStation games on their PSP handheld console to use the recently-released PS3.

Build Your Vista-Ready PC
Windows Vista RC2 is out! It looks as if Microsoft may actually ship the OS. Are you ready for the clever new hardware and software advances? Here's what to buy today to be ready for Vista tomorrow.

Improve the Quality of Your Music Library
Use "lossless" files to make your music sound better.
