Second IE7 flaw emerges

A second vulnerability has emerged in the new Internet Explorer 7 browser. A new flaw can be exploited by phishers to spoof the URL in the address bar and possibly convince users to hand over personal information. The issue was first reported by security firm Secunia. ...more

Microsoft employees call for Ballmer to go

Microsoft employees are arguing among themselves over who is to blame for the delay in the launch of Windows Vista. One disgruntled insider named Who da'Punk voiced his feelings in a blog posting under the heading 'Vista 2007. Fire the leadership now!'. ...more

Opera raises curtain further on version 9

The second technical preview of the Opera 9 browser, which is now available for download, features support for widgets, thumbnail previews, site-specific preferences and improved pop-up blocking. By the term 'widgets' Opera means small Web apps that run directly on the desktop. These can interact with online services - such as news feeds, dictionaries or search engines - and Opera's hope is that users develop their own . ...more

Intel switches Centrino focus to the home

Chip giant Intel is to switch the focus of its marketing of Centrino from business to home users according to Reuters. The switch of emphasis to more consumer media will include things like TV ads and glossy magazines. The aim is to demonstrate the advantages of Centrino technology to home users. ...more

Storm worm thunders into February malware chart

The deluge from the Storm worm places it at the top of the malware charts in February, according to findings from security appliance vendor Fortinet. The worm, also known as Tibs, accounted for 3.91 per cent of all malware detected in the month. ...more