IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (TechSpot) 25/06/2011

BitTorrent releases stable version of uTorrent 3.0, offers uChat app

BitTorrent has released version 3.0 of its minimal client. After eight betas (the first one was released in April 2011), and thanks to 4 million users helping test them, uTorrent 3.0 is now available. You can download it directly for Windows.

FBI takes down $74 million scareware operation

The Department of Justice, the FBI, and multiple international law enforcement partners, announced this week they have indicted two individuals from Latvia and seized more than 40 computers, servers, and bank accounts. Part of Operation Trident Tribunal, which targets international cyber crime, the latest raid disrupted cyber crime groups that...

Gaming Case Roundup: Six Sub-$200 Choices

With dozens of affordable, well-equipped desktop cases begging for your cash, it can be a nightmare to find the right one for your needs. Hoping to simplify your building experience, we've assembled a shortlist of six unique sub-$200 enthusiast chassis that deserve your attention.

FTC preparing broad antitrust probe against Google

The US Federal Trade Commission is reportedly preparing to launch a sweeping antitrust investigation against Google, according to the Wall Street Journal. Citing people familiar with the matter, the WSJ reports that the FTC plans to serve subpoenas in the next few days, launching what is expected to be the...

Study: Internet trolls are drunk with power

You've undoubtedly heard the old Lord Acton quote, "power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely." Apparently, it doesn't really matter how that power is derived, and Internet trolls are drunk with it -- "it" being the power of anonymity. According to a study by the Northwestern University, anonymity affects the...

Major US ISPs joining RIAA, MPAA to punish pirates

Several top US Internet service providers are collaborating with the entertainment industry to clamp down on piracy, according to a CNET report. After years of being hounded by groups such as the MPAA and RIAA, Internet gatekeepers including AT&T, Comcast and Verizon are reportedly on the verge of introducing a...

HP offers employees 20 percent discount on HP Touchpad

HP plans to give its employees a 20 percent discount on he company's first webOS tablet, the HP TouchPad. This is likely just one of many steps the OEM giant is taking to make sure the device is a success.

First video and pictures: Nokia's first Windows phone

It's hard to tell if he did this on purpose or if he really did think people would listen to him but either way, Nokia CEO Stephen Elop asked a crowd of people to put away their cameras for the unveiling of something "super confidential." That something is Nokia's first...

L.A. Noire coming to the PC this fall

Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, and Team Bondi, have announced that L.A. Noire will be arriving this fall for the PC, at retail and digitally. The PC version of L.A. Noire is being developed by Rockstar Leeds. A more specific release date has not been given...

Gaming Case Roundup

uTorrent 3.0 (utorrent)
uTorrent is an efficient and feature rich BitTorrent client for Windows sporting a very small footprint.

Apple Security Update 2011-004
Improve the security of Mac OS X.

Apple Mac OS X Update 10.6.8 for Mac OS
Keep your Apple Mac OS X up to date.

System Spec 2.92
See, save and print a complete spec of your PC with this no-install, system information utility.

Portable Thunderbird 3.1.11
Run Thunderbird from your removable/USB drive.

J. River Media Center 16.0.116
Organize and experience all your media: Music, photos and video YOUR way -- all from a single software program.

AVG Internet Security 2011 10.0.1388a3717 64-bit
Protection against all of the most serious Internet threats, including viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, adware, hackers and spam.

Internet Download Manager 6.06.8
Tool to increase download speeds by up to 500 percent, resume and schedule downloads.

AVG Internet Security 2011 10.0.1388a3717
Protection against all of the most serious Internet threats, including viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, adware, hackers and spam.

Opera 11.50.1067 Beta
Opera introduces the looks and the performance of an exceptional Web browser.

CrossLoop 2.80
CrossLoop is a free secure screen sharing utility designed for people of all technical skill levels.

Recover My Files 4.7.2.1134
Recovers deleted files emptied from the Windows Recycle Bin, or lost.

Maxthon 3.1.2.1000
Maxthon Internet Browser software is a powerful tabbed browser with a highly customizable interface.

Winstep Xtreme 11.2
Complete integrated Desktop Environment featuring Winstep user interface enhancements: NextSTART and WorkShelf.

Path Finder 5.7.4 for Mac OS X
Path Finder is a file browser for Mac OS X.

Blender 2.58 for Mac OS X
Open source 3D modeling software.

Norton AntiVirus X 9.x-10.x Defs 06/23/11 for Mac OS X
Keep your Norton Anti-Virus updated.

Master Key 5.6 for Mac OS X
Master Key is a straightforward typing tutor program specifically written for the Mac.

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Saturday, June 25, 2011

IT News Head Lines (TechSpot) 25/06/2011

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