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Net crusader 'bullied' into death
Family and friends are preparing for the funeral of Aaron Swartz, the free internet crusader who was facing prosecution for alleged data theft when he was found dead.

Cult dating book's makeover
The book that had 1990s women playing it cool has a new look. Look out, boys, says Harriet Walker

Craig Elliffe: Multinational internet businesses adept at minimising tax
Many have written about the impact of the internet and e-commerce on business.

USB user stuck with wrong end of stick
Neil Riley, from Wellington, was livid about the quality of a stick he bought in Hamilton last year.

Hackers and phishers target Kiwis
Thousands of taxpayers have been targeted by international scammers as criminal syndicates take advantage of ever-advancing computer technology.

Chris Barton: Key's stance on broadband decision gob-smacking
John Key's willingness to overrule the Commerce Commission's reduction of wholesale broadband pricing is gob smacking, writes Chris Barton.

Finding cyberlove clicks with having the right name
A what's hot in cyberspace love list compiled by Trade Me dating website Findsomeone has revealed the two names as most successful, followed by Brian, Geoff, Jessica and Amy.

Big bang heads Trade Me's top 10
The chance to bring down a building, buy space on a woman's bottom and change someone's name were among the most-viewed Trade Me auctions of the year.

Rain, rain, and more rain - oh the luck of the Irish
The Irish enjoy nothing more than whingeing about the weather. But internet giants say the people of Ireland should be grateful for their damp, cold climate.

Unwanted gifts on Trade Me
While most New Zealanders spent Christmas afternoon napping off their lunch or playing with their new toys, others listed their unwanted gifts on Trade Me.

Child's horror toy meal
A toddler swallowed 20 small but super-strong toy magnets - then spent seven weeks in pain as they gripped each other and eventually punctured his bowel.

Privacy rights less secure than you think
To be a truly free and democratic society there must be respect for the autonomy of individuals, writes Tim McBride. and limits on the activities of both state and private agencies which may intrude on that autonomy.

Instagram user information up for grabs
A new change to Instagram policy is putting user information up for sale.