It was 1969 and a busy year for making history: Woodstock, the Miracle Mets, men on the moon — and something less celebrated but arguably more significant, the birth of the Internet.
Web pioneer recalls ‘birth of the Internet’
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5 gadgets from the near future
A radio without any knobs. A bathroom where a clear display wirelessly streams vital statistics on your health.
Say farewell to GeoCities, the vintage Web-hosting site
The flashing banner ads, questionable color schemes and omnipresent “Under Construction” signs of GeoCities are no more.
Smartphone security threats likely to rise
Worms, spam, viruses and hackers — they’re not just for your desktop or laptop anymore.
Facebook, Twitter users beware: Crooks are a mouse click away
If you’re on Facebook, Twitter or any other social networking site, you could be the next victim. That’s because more cyberthieves are targeting increasingly popular social networking sites that provide a gold mine of personal information, according to the FBI
Fast Internet access becomes a legal right in Finland
Finland has become the first country in the world to declare broadband Internet access a legal right. Starting in July, telecommunication companies in the northern European nation will be required to provide all 5.2 million citizens with Internet connection that runs at speeds of at least 1 megabit per second
It’s tricky for wikis and online encyclopedias in China
When Jimmy Wales visited the headquarters of Hudong.com last month, he had one question for its founder: is it possible for Wikipedia to be the number one online encyclopedia in China?
Wrestler, personality Captain Lou Albano dies at 76
Legendary wrestling figure Captain Lou Albano, perhaps best known for his association with pop singer Cyndi Lauper, died Wednesday, according to World Wrestling Entertainment. Albano, 76, was “one of the company’s most popular and charismatic legends,” the company said in a statement.
Disney debuts do-it-yourself thrill ride
Any kid can dream up a roller coaster. But those who visit a new exhibit at Walt Disney World’s Epcot theme park can actually take a ride on their fantasy creations
Internet addiction linked to ADHD, depression in teens
Some children and teens are more likely than their peers to become addicted to the Internet, and a new study suggests it’s more likely to happen if kids are depressed, hostile, or have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or social phobia.