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Bloomberg mistakenly publishes Steve Jobs obituary
Though it was retracted within minutes, the appearance of the Apple CEO's obituary on the Web is enough to make some Apple fans and shareholders quite uncomfortable.

Brazil's love of Linux
The open-source software definitely gets a warm reception here, but its role can easily be overestimated, too.

Brazil: Tech powerhouse, but gap remains
Though long in the shadow of the U.S. when it comes to computing, Latin America is home to a number of fast-growing regions, including Brazil--already the world's fifth largest PC market.

Console gaming, digital distribution and the "video game defense"
Video game distribution is changing. Experts say that the industry needs to stay flexible and aware.

Nvidia boosts graphics on Intel i7, preps integrated chip
Nvidia is extending its support for Intel's upcoming Core i7 processors while it prepares to announce next-generation integrated graphics silicon.

Be safer than NASA and disable Autorun/Autoplay
A computer worm infected machines on the International Space Station.

Google Apps Premier SLA credit and commitment to communication
Google appears to be taking their apps services seriously. Finally.

Democrats' quest for the White House
We bring you all the latest news as the Democrats take over Denver and even tech giants catch convention fever.

Product marketing joins politics at Democratic convention
Political conventions are about more than just politics-- small and large companies alike are looking for opportunities in Denver to promote their brands and products.

How do DNC Dems spread the word: Twitter, text, or telephone?
How are the Democratic delegates getting out their party's message while at the DNC? Are they texting like Obama? Social networking on Twitter or Facebook? Or relying on the old standards: phone and e-mail?

Google uses Democratic convention to pitch products to governments
Google told bureaucrats in Denver for the Democratic convention that its applications can make governments run more efficiently and on a smaller budget.

After flight delays, FAA may add backup system
The Federal Aviation Administration plans to upgrade its decades-old technology for flight-plan processing and potentially add a third backup system.

Oracle names new chief financial officer
Oracle names Jeffrey Epstein as its new chief financial officer, marking its fourth CFO since long-time bean counter Jeff Henley retired four years ago.

Microsoft, Nikon sign patent-sharing deal
Nikon will compensate Microsoft in the cross-licensing deal, which the companies say will improve new consumer electronics products and features.

FBI arrests blogger accused of leaking Guns N' Roses tracks
Los Angeles-area music blogger has allegedly admitted to streaming tracks of an unreleased Guns N' Roses album on his site.