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Researchers are edging toward the creation of new optical technologies using "nanostructured metamaterials" capable of ultra-efficient transmission of light, with potential applications including advanced solar cells and quantum computing.

Astronomers have performed the first-ever computer model simulation of the structuring of the entire observable universe, from the Big Bang to the present day. The simulation has made it possible to follow the evolution of 550 billion particles. This simulation, along with the two additional runs expected by late May 2012, will provide outstanding support for future projects dedicated to the observation and mapping of the universe. These simulations will shed light on the nature of dark energy and its effects on cosmic structure formation, and hence on the distribution of dark matter and galaxies in the universe.

Let's be honest: The U.K. has made a right hash-up of implementing the cookie law from start to finish. It came into force on May 26. Here's everything you need to know.

The "experts" are at it again and I feel that it's my duty to set 'em straight.

Yahoo tries to attract search queries via a new service which offers visual webpage previews rather than lists of links

Jonathan Ive says he is "fortunate" to be Apple's chief designer

I see little commercial potential for the Internet for at least ten years. - Bill Gates, 1994

Computers must be female. No one but the creator understands their internal logic. The native language they use to communicate with other computers is incomprehensible to everyone else. The message "Bad command or file name" is about as informative as, "If you don't know why I'm mad at you, then I'm certainly not going to tell you." Even the smallest mistakes are stored in long term memory for later retrieval. As soon as you make a commitment to one, you find yourself spending half your paycheck on accessories for it. - Author Unknown