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Cambridge Computing: The First 75 Years: Book review
The Cambridge University Computer Lab has celebrated its first 75 years with a coffee-table book that covers the history of computing from its pioneering EDSAC to the Raspberry Pi
Getting creative with wireless charging for your smartphone
Wireless charging could be a good way to say goodbye to the mess of cables on every desk - here's some creative ways the technology has been used.
Time Warner Cable and canceled installation
The adventure began when I purchased a new home and ordered service from Time Warner Cable. TWC unilaterally canceled my service and the installation. Will our hero obtain service?
Gifts for geeks inspired by TV shows
Do you go gaga for Game of Thrones or worship Wonder Woman? Treat yourself to a gift to celebrate your hero from your favourite TV show.
Top 10 brands on Google Plus
Ever wondered which brands are the most followed on Google Plus? Here are the top 10 fan pages.
Fabricated: The New World of 3D Printing
This book explores how 3D printing will revolutionise the worlds of design, materials science and manufacturing.
The Connected Company: Book review
Traditional hierarchically organised businesses are ill suited to the modern reality of social media and connected customers. According to this book, companies need to become more flexible — like an adaptive biological system.
Windows 8 Blue continues Microsoft's tradition of confusing names
Some people find the Windows naming system confusing, and Blue continues the trend. But examine NT's history and it all makes sense, if only on the Planet Zog.
HP's converged infrastructure goes Hollywood
DreamWorks Animation's long-term investment in HP goes public.
Geeky retro laptop bags
Need a new retro-looking bag to carry your new hardware? Check out these bags and cases for your PC or tablet device.
Weird Tech 3: Bacon tech
Geeks love bacon. Spread the love with these bacon-inspired gifts and gadgets.
One way to fight video piracy is to make shows available legitimately
If more legislation won't solve the piracy problem, is there anything that can reduce it? Yes, as it turns out, I believe there is.
The Rapture of the Nerds: Book review
In this novel, Charles Stross and Cory Doctorow conjure up a frankly unappealing late-21st century world in which their hero(ine) Huw endures various indignities. Be prepared for a difficult read.
Weird Tech 2: 20 Weird and wonderful Twitter accounts
Want to follow some new Twitter peeps? We round up some strange and interesting accounts for you.
Wristy Business: The evolution of iWatch
From calculator watches, to smart watches, to intelligent wristbands, the wrist computer has had a storied history.