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Julian Assange, Wikileaks founder, discusses philosophy of censorship

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He's been called a terrorist for his Wikileaks site, but Julian Assange has deep-rooted philosophical beliefs that have driven him to do what he does.
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Steve Jobs book generating massive buzz for author Walter Isaacson

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When Steve Jobs was diagnosed with cancer in 2004, he approached Walter Isaacson to write his biography. Isaacson said no, not knowing about the cancer. In 2009, however, he agreed and the book that was released last week is a best-seller.
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With global population marching toward 7 billion, a problem: Where's the food?

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The 7 billionth person is projected to be born on Halloween. The growing population, however, presents a problem. Where will we get the food for all those hungry mouths?
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More countries, organizations seeking to use aerial drones for peaceful, nefarious purposes

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The United States' near monopoly on drones is quickly coming to an end. Countries, terrorist groups and individuals are all trying to use drones both to make their lives easier as well as in contexts that very much resemble warfare.
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Steve Jobs biography released, on bookstore and iBook shelves (with video)

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The 630-page book from Walter Isaacon looks at Jobs life in its entirety, but certainly focuses on Jobs role in founding and then restoring Apple.
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Is my password secure? These tips might help you

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Authorities are moving aggressively to try and curtail cyber-hacking, but the best thing you can do is have a strong password. These tips might surprise you and also help you make that possible.
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VIDEO: With Steve Jobs death, limelight shines brightly on Apple's Tim Cook

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On Tuesday, Tim Cook will have a chance to show whether he intends to make any changes Apple, during the company's quarterly earnings call.
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VIDEO: Netherlands company taking car recycling to the next level

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A Netherlands company, ARN Recycling, has built a new recycling plant that will allow the to process cars to the point that upwards of 90 percent of it can be reused.
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Hackers' next target could be your automobile

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As it becomes harder to hack computers, criminals are looking for new targets and they just might have found it in your garage. The latest target for hackers may be your car.
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Growing number of firms seek to alter your search reputation

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As the Internet becomes even more integrated in our day-to-day lives, more people are trying to make sure they put their best foot forward on the first page of a Google search of their name. They're turning to new companies to help them do that.
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