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Scientists have devised a method for repeatedly encoding, storing and erasing digital data within the DNA of living cells. In practical terms, they have devised the genetic equivalent of a binary digit -- a "bit" in data parlance.

There is a long-lasting and at times intense debate about the possible link between violent computer games and aggressiveness. Researchers are now questioning the entire basis of the discussion. Researchers now present a new study showing that, more than anything, a good ability to cooperate is a prerequisite for success in the violent gaming environment.

Google opposes UK porn filters, a fake porn profile nets felony charges, Faceporn trumps Facebook and iPads are for porn.

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Stopping websites from using tracking software could have serious consequences on the users themselves

The chip designer's co-founder Tudor Brown on its past successes and future plans

It was a joke, okay? If we thought it would actually be used, we wouldn’t have written it! - Mark Andreesen, speaking of the HTML tag BLINK

Hoaxes use weaknesses in human behavior to ensure they are replicated and distributed. In other words, hoaxes prey on the Human Operating System. - Stewart Kirkpatrick