Wikipedia banner ads could mean that your PC has
malware

post from Ubergizmo on 14 May 2012 11:02:10 PM. © Ubergizmo

You’ve probably used Wikipedia before. It has the become the go to guy on the Internet – a McGuyver all the way. Of course, there are other awesome resources too that we like. But in case you used Wikipedia this week and found a particular page with a banner advertisement at the top, chances are that your computer is infected with a certain type of malware. Writing to its users today via its official blog, Wikipedia said that it never runs ads on its pages and that Wikipedia is funded by more than a million donors. “If you?re seeing advertisements for a for-profit industry or anything but our fundraiser, then your web browser has likely been infected with malware,” Philippe Beaudette of Wikipedia said. (more…)

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Windows 8 Release Preview will include parental
control features

post from Ubergizmo on 14 May 2012 11:00:19 PM. © Ubergizmo

We already know that Microsoft has marked the month June for the launching of Windows 8 Release Preview. In preparation for that, Microsoft has been highlighting the nifty features of its next generation operating system. Today, Microsoft has revealed a new parental control feature that will be included in the upcoming build. Microsoft said that Windows 8 will now allow parents to monitor what their kids are doing online, no matter where they use their PCs. Known as Family Safety, the feature is easy to set-up. All you have to do, according to Microsoft, is to create a Windows user account for each child after which you’ll check the box to turn on the Family Safety feature. (more…)

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Diablo 3 launch, live streams available online

post from Ubergizmo on 14 May 2012 10:44:06 PM. © Ubergizmo

There are moments when the world stops and view a particular event, such as the recent wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, the late Princess Diana’s funeral (and her fairytale wedding as well to Prince Charles), the World Cup and Euros, as well as last Sunday’s English Premier League action that saw Manchester City nick away the Premiership trophy from Manchester United in the dying minutes of the match. Well, I am quite sure that when the geeks of the world unite to indulge in some dungeon slashing known as Diablo 3, the world will more or less stop, too. You can tell who are the gamers at the office when they turn up for work with dark circles under their eyes, chatting with one another on which quest they’re on, as well as the kind of equipment they’re carrying. The Diablo 3 live stream is about to launch in under 20 minutes as at press time, so you can always check out the live stream over here. Are you stoked yet, and have you made the necessary preparations to go all out with Diablo 3?

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Scytl announces online voting platform on Android
and iOS devices

post from Ubergizmo on 14 May 2012 08:26:26 PM. © Ubergizmo

Scytl, a leader in election software solutions, has announced the successful implementation of its online voting encryption technology for use on Android and Apple iOS devices. According to Scytl, the company is now able to guarantee end-to-end security – from the voter to the final tally – not only for computer-based online voting but also for mobile voting.

The company said via press release that encrypting the ballot on the voter?s device before it is transmitted to the digital ballot box server is one of the critical security features offered by its online voting system. Scytl claims that this will prevent anyone, including system administrators, from violating voter privacy or jeopardizing the election results. (more…)

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GameStop now selling Steam Wallet cards in all
store locations

post from Ubergizmo on 14 May 2012 08:21:48 PM. © Ubergizmo

Video game and entertainment software retailer GameStop has announced that it will start selling Steam Wallet cards for Valve’s Steam platform starting May 15. In partnership with Valve, GameStop will bring Steam Wallet to all GameStop locations in the U.S. Steam Wallet codes will be available in $20 and $50 denominations giving PC and Mac gamers immediate access to Steam?s more than 1,800 titles. The cards will provide Steam users with an alternative payment method to credit cards, PayPal, JCB, and Click and Buy. Steve Nix, General Manager of Digital Distribution for GameStop says that the company is thrilled to partner with Valve.

?This gives even more options to customers now that they can put money in their Steam Wallet using cash, gift cards or trade credits through our convenient neighborhood locations,” he said. On the other hand, Jason Holtman, Valve?s Director of Business Development, mentioned that offering Steam Wallet codes at GameStop stores will extend more options and convenience for gamers around to the world. He also praised GameStop as the most recognized game retailer in the world and a leader in providing a state-of-the-art shopping experience for its customers.

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Kindle Fire 8.9-inch and Front-lit Kindle eReader
launching soon

A few days ago, we wrote about the possibility for Amazon to release color e-book Kindles this year. Today, Reuters is backing up the rumor by saying that Amazon will indeed launch new versions of its Kindle e-reader and Kindle Fire tablet, including a monochrome e-reader with front lighting. According to Reuters, a source of theirs who claims to have direct knowledge of the matter told them that the world’s largest Internet retailer is planning to have the new e-reader in stores in July. The source, who asked not to be named because Amazon has not yet made the decision public, also told Reuters that Amazon has been ramping up production of the new Kindle which will run on E Ink’s display. (more…)

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