Dark web stories - Page 10
A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).
Kiwi encrypted cloud-based proofing tool a world first
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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cybersecurity
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browsers
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pro tools
PageProof is a fully encrypted browser based tool for creators of any kind to receive feedback and collaborate on documents.
How to bork your hard drive with HTML5
Fri, 1st Mar 2013
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martech
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software development
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browsers
Discover how an HTML5 glitch, made public by Michael McKinnon of AVG, could fill your hard disk, revealed at http://www.filldisk.com/.
Oracle repairs Java software bug
Fri, 31st Aug 2012
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oracle
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browsers
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dark web
Oracle has fixed a major Java bug that left PC users vulnerable to hacker attacks, urging immediate software updates after a security scare.
Mozilla’s bid to make the best iPad browser
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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yahoo
Mozilla unveils 'Junior', an iPad browser aiming to outshine Safari with full-screen browsing and thumb-friendly navigation.
Play dress-up in your browser with Opera 12
Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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browsers
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opera
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dark web
Latest release from ‘browser junkies’ intro’s ability to customise themes; so is the update all style and no substance?.
Sydney e-retailer implements 'Internet Explorer 7 tax'
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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internet explorer
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browsers
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kogan.com
Sydney's Kogan charges 6.8% 'IE7 tax' on purchases to nudge users away from outdated browser, promoting web efficiency and upgrades.
Play Wolfenstein 3D in your browser
Thu, 10th May 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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bethesda
Marking Wolfenstein 3D's 20th anniversary, Bethesda launches a free browser game, with John Carmack offering a playthrough commentary.
New ‘Give Way’ rule: test yourself online
Mon, 12th Mar 2012
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browsers
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dark web
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intersec
New Zealand's 'Give Way' rules update on March 25 may cause road confusion. eDrive launches an online module to help drivers adjust safely.
Opera: 'because Justin Bieber doesn't use it'
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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twitter
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browsers
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opera
Opera 11.60 debuts, promising a sleek alternative to boring default browsers, with a cheeky nod to Justin Bieber.
Short wait for Firefox 8
Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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twitter
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mozilla
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browsers
Firefox 8 debuting today with Twitter search integration and enhanced security, marking Mozilla's latest swift update.
Mozilla ramps up Firefox schedule
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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mozilla
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chrome
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browsers
Mozilla hastens Firefox updates to vie with Chrome, launching Firefox 6 only weeks after its predecessor. Critics ponder the impact on enterprise users.
‘Study’ questions intelligence of IE users - Updated
Thu, 4th Aug 2011
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internet explorer
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case study
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browsers
New study finds IE users may have lower IQs, stirring blogosphere debate. Update: It's a hoax, unveils the BBC.
The most awesome upgrades for your pc
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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storage
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hp
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cloud storage
Revitalise your sluggish PC with easy upgrades. From boosting memory to ditching viruses, our guide will have your old computer feeling new again.
Google releases voice and chat for U.S. users
Fri, 1st Oct 2010
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digital entertainment
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google
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speakers
Google has launched Gmail voice and video chat for US users, enabling phone calls to landlines via browser. Video calls also supported with webcams.
Apple releases Safari 5 into the wild
Thu, 10th Jun 2010
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uc
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple unveils Safari 5 with improved speeds, HTML5 support, and new Safari Reader, promising a 30% boost over Safari 4 for users.