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China to Google: Android must remain open

China to Google: Android must remain open

In OKing the Google-Motorola merger, regulators in China stipulate that Google must make the Android OS free and open for five years.
China clears Google, Motorola merger: Deal to close 'within days'

May 19, 2012 5:18 PM PDT

Microsoft launches So.cl social network

Microsoft launches So.cl social network

Software giant's "experiment in open search" is designed to be a research tool in which students share information on a variety of topics of interest.

May 20, 2012 9:25 AM PDT

How to photograph today's solar eclipse

How to photograph today's solar eclipse

We show you how to take photos of the spectacular ring of fire Sunday night without harming your camera (or your vision).
How to track the eclipse
Eclipse to be 'ring of fire'

May 18, 2012 1:17 PM PDT

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    The country implements the ban over concerns about a promotion involving posting images of the prophet Muhammad. Facebook has taken a more conciliatory approach.

  3. SpaceX launch scrapped in last-second drama

    An engine problem that triggered a dramatic computer-ordered launch abort at the last possible moment Saturday was traced to a suspect valve. A replacement was ordered, raising hopes for a Tuesday launch try.
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  5. FBI 'looking at' law making Web sites wiretap-ready, director says

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  2. Verizon: You can have unlimited data... just no device subsidies

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  3. Mark Zuckerberg gets married at surprise wedding

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  5. Verizon: You can have unlimited data... just no device subsidies

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  1. China Clears Google to Buy Motorola Mobility

    Google said Saturday that Chinese antitrust authorities have cleared the Internet giant's purchase of Motorola Mobility Holdings, pushing the $12.5 billion deal over its last regulatory hurdle.

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  2. After Amazon, how many clouds do we need?

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