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Nashua police have apprehended three men linked to a crime ring dubbed 'the Facebook burglars', who allegedly targeted a home based on a Facebook post.

Apple announces the end of its free iPhone 4 case offer this September, citing the antenna issue was less widespread than thought.

Continuous advancements in technology make 'previous research' in genealogy an ever-ongoing process, offering fresh data at every moment.

Cloud solutions offer flexibility and cost savings for business continuity, but aren't a one-size-fits-all fix. CIOs still juggle risk and budget.

Behavioural Targeting (BT) revolutionises online marketing by enabling advertisers to precisely reach target audiences, but raises significant privacy concerns.

Facebook's new Places feature lets you share your location and discover when friends are nearby, raising questions on privacy.

Ken Levine's team at Irrational Games reveals BioShock Infinite, lifting the action from Rapture to a mysterious floating city, Columbia.

SAP's Business ByDesign won't hit New Zealand until late 2011, citing localisation needs for HR payroll and finance modules, says spokesman.

SAP unveils feature pack 2.5 for its Business ByDesign suite, now available in six countries, and introduces three new starter packages to boost adoption.

In the digital skies, the challenge of cloud security hinges on balancing control with trust, urging a collaborative push for standards.

Cloud computing evolves as the go-to tech solution, promising cost savings and security, despite requiring a shift in corporate IT strategies.

Pacnet partners with Pacific Fibre to fund a NZD $548 million trans-Pacific cable aimed at enhancing connectivity between Australia, New Zealand, and the US.

New Zealand gaming site ButtonMasher may have unearthed an attempt by local broadcaster TV3 to copy an advertising campaign most Kiwis won't have seen.

Facebook has hit rock bottom in customer satisfaction, ranking even lower than the US IRS, reveals a ForeSee Results report.

Nokia Siemens acquires Motorola's wireless division for $1.2bn, aiming to bolster global presence and enhance ties with leading operators.

Apple's market share in New Zealand exceeds 10%, standing out in global PC growth with a select few vendors achieving gains.

Global PC sales surged 22.4% in Q2 2010, driven by strong growth in EMEA and robust desktop shipments, IDC reports. US and APAC lag slightly.

Intergen ascends to Microsoft's elite Inner Circle, celebrating top-tier success in Dynamics partnership at the Worldwide Partner Conference.

A Russian spy who infiltrated Microsoft as a software tester in Seattle has been deported. The FBI confirms he gained no sensitive information.

Microsoft vows to extend Windows XP downgrade rights, boosting support for customers transitioning to Windows 7.