Algorithms That Rule the Web

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Algorithms That Rule the Web These powerful (and sometimes creepy) tools help Google, Facebook, Amazon, and others stay one step ahead of us online. - Tom Spring, PCWorld Security & Privacy News & Opinion Google Pulls Back on Heavy-Handed Google+ Name Policy Google says it will no longer disable accounts for violating its name policy--without warning them, first. Share: Apple MacBook Batteries Vulnerable to Malware, Destruction A researcher has studied the batteries in several MacBooks, MacBook Pros, and MacBook Airs and discovered they are vulnerable to being hacked. Share: Google's Wi-Fi Data Collection Efforts Were Extensive Google is once again in the spotlight for privacy concerns over its Wi-Fi data collecting. Share: Latest Security News Google+ Users Irked at Surge in Deleted Accounts In Defense of Online Anonymity: The Google+ Policy is Wrong LulzSec Hackers Spokesman "Topiary" Arrested, U.K. Cops Say Algorithms That Rule the Web Black Hat Pwnie Award Winner Will Be a Criminal Who's Tracking Your Cell Phone? Anonymous, Hackers, Citizens: Know Your Rights! Google Warns 1 Million PCs Hit by Search Hijack Security Alerts and Software Security Central Get the latest news, product reviews, and how-tos. PC World Downloads Browse free and trial versions of security software. Take PCWorld's Business Technology Survey For a chance to win 1 of 2 $250 AmEx gift certificates. Get started. How to Build a Home Entertainment Network Learn to use your computer network as a next-generation entertainment hub. Get started. Advertisement Free Trial of Trend Micro Internet Security Pro Download Free 30-Day trial of full version, includes all security features of the regular product. 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UN55D8000 55" 3D LED TV Price: $2115.00 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review UN55D7000 55" 3D LED TV Price: $1969.00 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review Browse more Best Prices on TVs, Best Prices on Laptops, Best Prices on Cameras, Best Prices on LCD Monitors, Best Prices on Printers Top News on PCWorld.com First Windows 'Mango' Phone Unveiled The first smartphone based on the new "Mango" edition of Microsoft's Windows Phone platform was unveiled on Wednesday in Tokyo. Share: 40 Google+ Tips and Tricks for Power Users Get the most out of Google's new social network with these awesome tips and tricks. Share: Downloads: Editor's Collection Still Awesome After All These Years: Eight Excellent Free DownloadsWine gets better with age. Men get more distinguished-looking. And some programs are like perennials, returning each year with fresh blooms and stronger stems. Indeed, think of some of the world's best productivity tools and system utilities, and I'll wager that some were "planted" at least five years ago--decades in computer years. Take a look at eight of these blossoming apps, all of which are more awesome than ever, and all of which are, amazingly, free. AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition   2887050 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Antivirus Free program protects against viruses and hackers. WinPatrol   747331 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Security Kill off unwanted background programs like worms, adware, and spyware. RoboForm   90139 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Internet Tools Manage your digital life--including passwords, profiles, and more--with this handy utility. 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