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Windows 7 flying out retailers' doors
Microsoft's latest operating system, Windows 7, is close to becoming more widely used than Vista, but still lags far behind XP.

How to get more out of Windows 7
Some features in Windows 7 are designed to help users get a lot more from the operating system.

'Anti-grooming' software can detect paedophiles
Scientists have developed software which can tell young people if they are chatting to an adult posing as a child on the internet.

Data-matching tool can point to suspects
The Joint Border Management System will give Government agencies a powerful data-matching tool for identifying those transporting illegal goods.

'I've never used a PC. They creep me out'
Don McGlashan talks to MacPlanet about scoring film, making music on Macs and why there's no PC in the mix.

Apple may face antitrust probe over Flash scrap
US officials plan to check whether Apple is violating antitrust rules by requiring software developers to use Apple programming tools to create applications for the iPhone and iPad.

Apple, the forbidden fruit and the padlocked door
Flash died on the morning of 29 April, 2010. Steve Jobs killed it. And while we may not mourn its passing, we ought to be wary of its killer.

Steve Jobs: Flash is 'unfit for iPhone'
Flash is no longer necessary to watch video or consume any kind of web content, says Apple CEO Steve Jobs

Switching over? Apple OS has hidden depths
Advancement seems to have taken over from simplicity leading to a certain amount of bewilderment – especially for new users.

Kiwi firm set to write new global chapter
The worldwide release of the iPad will see New Zealand children's literature translated into numerous languages.

Diligent shares surge after strong Q1
Shares of software company Diligent Board Member Services surged after the company reported its strongest first quarter results on record.