Microsoft issues 'fix it' for IE vulnerability
Microsoft has released a quick fix for a vulnerability in older versions of its Internet Explorer browser that is actively being used by attackers to take over computers. The vulnerability affects IE versions 6, 7 and 8. The latest versions of the browser, 9 and 10, are not affected. The company occasionally issues quick fixes as a temporary protective measure while a permanent security update is developed if a vulnerability is considered particularly dangerous.
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Kid gets 3DS porn for Christmas
"A five year old kid was delivered some hardcore porn this Christmas and apparently his parents have written a stiff letter to Santa. While it does not surprise us that a geriatric bloke with a beard who likes small children sitting on his knee might try and groom a five year old, according to 9News the kids parents were not impressed. The kid found photos of porn on his 3DS console he received for his Christmas present this year. Without killing the illusion that Santa delivered the toy to the kid, it appears that the console was purchased from Gamestop and was pre-owned..."
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Video Review #1404: Fractal Design Node 605 HTPC Case
The Fractal Design Node 605 Case is one of the best HTPC cases around. This case has style, excellent build quality, there's plenty of room to install lots of hardware, fits standard ATX motherboards & ATX PSUs, includes 120mm fans, accommodates long video cards, & much more. If you're looking for a quality HTPC, this is probably it!
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Video Review #1403: SilverStone Zeus ZM1350 1350W Power Supply
The SilverStone Zeus ZM1350 1350W Power Supply is certainly not for everyone, but if you're a power hungry user this PSU would be perfect. It's peak wattage is 1500W so it will power even the most demanding systems. Also, the rails can be manually tweaked and you can switch from a single +12V rail to a multiple +12V setup. This PSU is all about power, flexibility & reliability.
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FREE CO:CAINE Headphone & Mobi Speaker w/ HIS Purchase
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Track Santa on Google Maps
"Want to watch Santa's flight around the world tonight? Google Maps and the always reliable folks at NORAD (aka the North American Aerospace Defense Command) are your official Santa trackers, so you'll know just when to have the cookies and milk ready to go by the fireplace..."
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Steam for Linux beta program is now open to the public!
The Steam for Linux beta program is now open to the public! In order to participate in the beta, you must download the latest Steam Linux client (found here) or upgrade your existing Steam for Linux client to the latest version.
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Thieves Steal $2M Worth of Wii U Consoles
"Police in SeaTac, Wash., are asking for help in tracking down thieves who they said stole $2 million worth of Nintendo Wii gaming consoles.
The thieves managed to get away with 7,000 portable Wii gaming consoles after raiding a warehouse at SeaTac’s Seattle Air Cargo. “I’ve been a cop for 28 years, and I’ve never seen anything like this,” said Sgt. Cindy West. “This has come straight out of the movies.”
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Video Review #1402: CO:CAINE Headphone & Mobi Speaker
The CO:CAINE Headphone is well build, has great sound, comes with 50mm drivers, looks snazzy and there's a guy and girl model. The HIS Mobi Speaker has big sound for it size and would be ideal for a table, smartphone or other small mobile device. The driver is 38mm, internal 3.8W amp, integrated 3.5mm lead, comes with a charging cable & is available in white, black & green. Also, the Li-Ion Battery will last anyway from 5-10 hours, depending on use.
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Video Review #1401: NZXT Kraken X40 & X60 CPU Water Coolers
The NZXT Kraken X40 & X60 CPU Water Coolers are just incredible. The X40 comes with a copper block, quiet pump, long tubes, 140mm radiator and one 140mm fan. The X60 also has a copper block, quiet pump, long tubes, 280mm radiator, but two 140mm fans. Both of these coolers perform very well, but the X60 is a beast!
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Hacker Who Leaked Nude Scarlett Johansson Photos Gets 10 Years in Prison
"Chris Chaney pleads guilty to hacking over 50 celebrities' smartphones for fun and profit
Between November 2010 and October 2011, there were a rash of hacking of high-profile celebrities smartphones. Starlets like Scarlett Johansson, Christina Aguilera, Mila Kunis had sexually explicit or provocative pictures stolen from their devices and released onto the internet.
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Best SSDs For The Money: December 2012
"The Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are over, but there are still bargains to be found. This month, we talk about OCZ's new Vector, a special Assassin's Creed III bundle from Samsung, and updated endurance numbers for Intel's SSD 335.
Detailed solid-state drive specifications and reviews are great—that is, if you have the time to do the research. However, at the end of the day, what an enthusiast needs is the best SSD within a certain budget.
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