Patrick Steen

The European Commission has set out to completely overhaul old privacy laws to make sure we're protected online. Not only should less data be taken from us, but we should have the 'right to be forgotten' online. (more about online data protection...)

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Most of us use the internet daily, but we don't all access it in the same way. The so-called 'browser war' is no longer a one-horse race, with our poll suggesting that Firefox is biting at the heels of Internet Explorer. (our web browser poll results...)

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Now that we've been up and running for almost four months, we thought it was about time to launch our first competition. If you're craving an ebook reader look no further for a chance to win a 3G Amazon Kindle. (enter our Kindle competition...)

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Halloween spending has rocketed in the UK. And though we're not on a par with America, our high streets are more reliant on the holiday every year. Is consumerism ripping the barely beating heart out of Halloween? (more about Britain's Halloween spending...)

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It's the end of another week, which means it's time to highlight the best Convos and comments from the past seven days. And since this weekend comes with an extra hour of sleep, you'll be wide-eyed to browse. (this week's top ten...)

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Ever wished you could rock out to your own music in a restaurant? Well, our dreams could come true with this latest sound innovation that exploits acoustic chambers to contain our tunes. (more about the soundproof dome...)

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Google's mission to map the world onto its Street View application came with a little mishap - it inadvertently took data from unprotected networks. It's now been discovered that this included emails and passwords. (more about Google's privacy infringements...)

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Looking to jump into 3D by buying an expensive new TV? Or maybe you want to buy your nearest and dearest a laptop? Well Sony's hoping to grab your attention by giving you VAT back on some of its products. (more about Christmas tax-back...)

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Students of Britain – when was the last time you checked your bank statement? Best do it soon, or fraud could be adding a whole lot more to your already bursting graduate debt. (more about student fraud...)

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Parking. Anyone would think it was a great British hobby considering the amount of time we spend doing it. Around 25 minutes a day apparently. That might not sound like a lot, but it all adds up. And think of the petrol! (more about car parking...)

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There's an Apple bug going around this winter – and it'll be at the top of your kids' Christmas wish list. No, it's not a new obsession with eating fruit, but their want for the latest iGadget. (more about the Apple bug...)

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Splitting up with your ex has previously resulted in a secondary affliction - your Facebook feed would still update with their photos. The site has now softened the pain by culling these pics from your online life. (more about your exes' Facebook pics...)

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