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- Heartbleed: What you should do (and not do) to protect your dataDon’t change your password (except for in certain instances). Don’t update security (unless it is the pre-approved software fix). Maybe just stay off the Internet for a few days (seriously). With Heartbleed, the security flaw that could affect two-thirds of all websites, all bets are off.
- HBO puts up first episode of 'Silicon Valley' for free on YouTubeMissed the first episode of Silicon Valley? Fear not.Â
- StoreDot's big promise: Fully recharge your phone in 30 secondsA prototype device from Israeli company StoreDot promises extremely rapid charge times.Â
- Twitter redesign takes a page from FacebookTwitter is updating its user profiles to include a massive banner photo, featured tweets, and an emphasis on social engagement. The aim is a more individualized experience, but it remains to be seen how it will translate to everyday tweeting.
- Windows XP: Microsoft officially ends support of XP. But what if you still use it?Windows XP users, don't worry – you have options.Â
- What does Twitter want with lock screen app Cover?Twitter has acquired Cover, which launched late last year, for an undisclosed sum.Â
- Citing safety fears, Nest will halt sales of its Protect smoke alarmThe Nest Protect could be unintentionally deactivated during an emergency situation.Â
- CEO behind Firefox steps down after furor over his political viewsBrendan Eich had been criticized for donating money to support Proposition 8, which would have prohibited gay marriage in California.Â
- Microsoft set to bring Internet Explorer 11 to Windows Phone 8.1Meanwhile, the Windows 8.1 version of Internet Explorer 11 gets an update, too.Â
- Rise of the commercial drone: It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a ... pizza?From Amazon to police departments, nonmilitary uses for unmanned drones arise.
- EU votes in favor of net neutrality, strikes down roaming chargesThe European Parliament made a major step toward revitalizing Europe's mobile networks Thursday, voting in favor of a proposed law that would toughen the EU stance on net neutrality and end roaming charges. What is the wider reaction, and what does this mean for the US net neutrality debate?
- With Windows 8.1 update, Microsoft embraces the desktop againMeanwhile, Microsoft has unveiled Cortana, a Windows Phone 8.1 voice assistant intended to rival Apple's Siri.Â
- Amazon Fire TV takes aim at Roku and Apple TVThe Amazon Fire TV set-top box goes on sale Wednesday.Â
- Nokia introduces a trio of new LumiasThe three Nokia Lumia devices will be rolled out internationally over the next few months.Â
- Nest retinkers its learning thermostat for overseasNest Learning Thermostat is packing its bags and heading to the UK. However, the process was stalled due to different energy needs in a new market. What does this mean for the Google-backed company going global?
- How to land a job in an era of 'big data'Hiring managers are now using software to screen for problem-solving skills.
- OKCupid encourages users to stop using FirefoxDating site OKCupid to Firefox users: Try a different browser.Â
- Best April Fools' Day gags, from Roku watches to Colgate dental schoolDid you spot all these pranks from April Fools' Day 2014?
- Government to require rear-visibility technology in carsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that most cars must have rear-visibility by May 2018 in hopes of curbing the hundreds of deaths and injuries caused to mostly young children and the elderly by back-over accidents. But is it the best technology for the job?
- April Fools' Day: Google begins search for official Pokémon MasterApril Fools' Day kicks off with Google on the hunt for Pokémon. The company says it is accepting applications through April 2.Â