Google hits back at comments made by Rupert Murdoch suggesting that the search giant was a “piracy leader”.
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Report offers way to overhaul ICT
A report suggests computer lessons in schools should be divided along similar lines to English literature and language.
Ofcom extends 4G coverage plans
High-speed fourth-generation mobile coverage will be made available to 98% of the UK under new proposals from regulator Ofcom.
Samsung unveils ‘future-proof’ TV
A “smart” internet-connected television that has the ability to have its hardware upgraded every year has been unveiled by Samsung.
New York mayor learning to code
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says he will join thousands in taking an online computer coding course.
London set for free wi-fi boost
Mobile operator O2 announces plans to install ‘Europe’s biggest’ free wi-fi zone in London in time for the Olympics.
Microsoft to sue Comet over ‘fake’ Windows discs
High Street store Comet is facing a legal battle with Microsoft over claims that they made tens of thousands of copies of Windows Discs.
Accorting to the media, “Microsoft alleges that Comet produced the counterfeit CDs at a factory in Hampshire and then sold them to customers from its 248 stores across the UK.”
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Apps hit record high in December
More than a billion apps were downloaded during Christmas, with UK consumers proving to be big enthusiasts.