Internet Technology
We look to the Internet for news, socializing, shopping, research and more. From HTML code to instant messaging, we'll break down what's really going on whenever you log on, send an e-mail, visit a popular Web site or post to a blog.
The Truth About Cloud Storage and Its Future
5 Ways to Keep Your Information Secure in the Cloud
Are my files really safe if I store them in the cloud?
Kazakhstan Is the Latest Country to Shut Down the Internet; Here's How
Can the Internet Break From Overuse?
Could an Attack on Undersea Cables Take Down the Internet?
How To Recall An Email in Outlook or Gmail
What Does CC Mean in Email?
How to End an Email
Web3: The Next Phase of the Internet Is Coming
It's Time to Enter the Doodle for Google Contest!
How to Access the Dark Web
How to Enable Google Chrome Dark Mode on All Your Devices
How to Delete a Gmail Account
How Websites Use 'Dark Patterns' to Trick You Online
An Expert Explains Why Mastodon Won't Be the New Twitter
Twitter Is Finally Getting an Edit Button
Doomscrolling Is Messing With Your Mind, But You Can Break the Habit
Google Easter Eggs: Sweet Treats Hidden in Plain Sight
10 Reasons Why You Should Care About Net Neutrality
Does Weather Mess With Your Internet Connection?
Why Does My WiFi Keep Disconnecting? 6 Easy Fixes
What's the Difference Between a Modem and a Router?
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During the Internet boom, it was easy to find offices with pool tables. But Google's main office has swimming pools, free snacks and on-site medical care.
With a rise in instant messaging, security is important to protect your computer and your family.
By Dave Roos
Instant messaging and e-mail are useful communication tools. And you're either an IM fan or a staunch e-mail loyalist. So which is more popular and why?
By Dave Roos
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Many people assume that the World Wide Web and the Internet are one and the same. But despite its size, the Web contains only a small fraction of the content on the Internet.
Have you ever stumbled upon a cool Web site and shared it with your friends? StumbleUpon.com is an online social network that allows you to do just that with millions of users.
Making out-of-town business meetings can be challenging, especially when you have trouble finding the meeting site. Using Google Maps on your BlackBerry will help you beat the bad direction blues.
Google Docs lets you work on word processing, spreadsheets and presentations from any Internet-enabled computer. Are you ready to toss your productivity software?
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Google wants to organize all the information on the Internet, but to store that data, the company created its own computer file system.
Paper planners are portable and reliable but inflexible. And if you leave yours on your desk at home, you're out of luck when you get to work.
The weather can change instantly, depending on your location. Learn how you can receive up-to-the-minute weather alerts, no matter where you're at.
You probably already have a wireless Internet card preinstalled in your computer, but what if a WiFi hot spot isn't nearby?
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Cloud storage sounds like a meteorological phenomenon, but it's a method of keeping computer files on a networked drive. It's very convenient, but are your files safe?
The evolution of dance, a laughing baby, Filipino inmates performing Michael Jackson's "Thriller" video: This is what we watch on YouTube. How did it get there?
By John Fuller
Are you an instant messaging fanatic? Click here to learn about how Google Talk works.
Chat rooms give us the chance to discuss anything and everything with people around the world. How do you get started, and what do you need to watch out for?
By Dave Roos
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Are you interested in downloading and purchasing music from Napster using your cell phone? Learn about how Napster Mobile works in this article.
Cloud computing allows you to access files and programs on your computer from across a network. It's really convenient, but what are you giving up in return?
The online social network Friendster connects you to your friends and your friends of friends. Can Friendster help you to find a job or to reconnect with that special someone?
By Leah Lerner
Mobile broadband services allow you to stay connected to the internet from portable devices. Learn more about mobile broadband services.
By Dave Roos
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On-hold messaging is common with many business telephone systems. Learn more about how on-hold messaging works.
Windows Live Messenger is an easy to use instant messaging program for Windows. Learn all about it in this article.
Fiber-to-the-home broadband connections promise the next generation in connectivity to consumers. Learn more about FTTH broadband connections in this article.
By Tim Crosby
Prescription alerts reduce the stress associated with taking daily medications. Learn more about prescription alerts in this article.
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Web 3.0 isn't even a reality yet, and it's already creating a stir. How can a Web browser act like a personal assistant? And when will this assistant be online?
The Internet is a giant system made up of smaller systems. If it's one thing, does it have one owner? Is there some person or entity that controls it?