The camera work is not perfect and the footage a little grainy, but the Toronto policewoman looks straight into the camera and immediately asks for help. Read more »

Fewer young Americans have Internet access than their peers in the Czech Republic, Canada, Macao and Britain, a survey of 13 countries around the world showed. Read more »

China has developed a sophisticated cyber warfare program and stepped up its capacity to penetrate US computer networks to extract sensitive information, a US congressional panel warned. Read more »

Microsoft, seeking to boost the popularity of its Zune music player, announced a new subscription offer on Thursday that will allow users to keep 10 tracks a month permanently. Read more »

Fed up with ugly routers and clunky hard drives, a growing number of consumers are looking for well-designed gadgets that complement decor instead of cluttering desktops and clashing with furniture. Read more »

The IT staff at Eastern Kentucky University faced a unique challenge: maintaining academic freedom while still protecting network users, reports Angela Moscaritolo. Read more »

Microsoft Corp. said Thursday it plans to spend one billion dollars on research and development in China, suggesting a continued focus on the country's huge market, despite the global financial downturn. Read more »

The Flip camcorder, whose pint-sized frame, no frills approach and small price tag made it a huge hit with consumers, is stepping up to the more rarefied world of high-definition. Read more »

Google Inc added a voice and video chat feature to its Gmail email service on Tuesday, launching a free Web-based service that competes with the likes of eBay's Skype. Read more »

YouTube and Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM) announced on Monday that the popular video-sharing website will host some full-length television shows and films from the famed Hollywood studio. Read more »