Microsoft pulls a 180, reverses Xbox One policies
In a blog post, Xbox chief Don Mattrick says Microsoft heard the outcry from gamers and changed its much-derided always-on DRM and used games policies.
Policy switch makes user forums explode
Microsoft: 'No plans' to change Xbox price
The dirty dozen: 12 tech mulligans (photos)
June 19, 2013 1:52 PM PDT
Google Fiber spawns startup renaissance in Kansas City
Google's super-fast Internet service launched a year ago in Kansas City. CNET's Marguerite Reardon takes a look at the impact it's had on the local startup scene.
Pictures: Inside KC's Startup Village
June 19, 2013 8:41 AM PDT
Facebook launches photo comments
The social network has begun the global rollout of a new feature for attaching photos in comment threads.
June 19, 2013 11:38 AM PDT
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LinkedIn suffers site outage due to 'DNS issue'
The business networking site's home page is replaced by a domain sales page for about an hour.
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Microsoft flirted with buying Nokia, WSJ says
The two companies had advanced discussions about a deal, but the talks have faltered, according to the Wall Street Journal.
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Stratasys acquires MakerBot in $403 million deal
The acquisition gives Stratasys a leading consumer 3D printing platform, and gives MakerBot the deep pockets it needs to grow and compete.
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Boeing shows 787 Dreamliner off in Paris
pictures After a battery-related setback, Boeing is back in business with its energy-efficient aircraft. The company put the 787 through its paces at the Paris Air Show.
Boeing shows off its Dreamliner in Paris, touts 787-10 deals
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ESPN, HBO come to Apple TV
Users of Apple's set-top box who want to watch a game of baseball followed by a "Game of Thrones" are in luck. HBO and ESPN apps are now available, but you need a pay-TV subscription for most content.














