Talking to a stranger

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The most common method of communication online is chatting, called Internet Relay Chat (IRC). Internet users chat simultaneously with friends, family, or perfect strangers about topics ranging from politics to sex. They chat by typing their messages on screen and reading the replies of other chatters. Thousands of Web providers have set up chat rooms where visitors can talk to people they would never meet face to face.

Social aspects, Internet, Telecommunications systems, Chat rooms

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Open season: Microsoft continues its attack on the open-source movement while experimenting with its own brand of software

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Microsoft continues to express strong criticism of the open-source movement, but is undertaking its own research into open-source software. Developers are hesitant about Microsoft's shared source, which allows them to view but not modify some of the company's source code.

Research, Computer software industry, Software industry, Microsoft Corp., MSFT, Source code

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Stop thief

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Software piracy is a major issue in Australia, with some 32% of all software used by businesses believed to be pirated. Software developers are trying new technology to stamp out piracy, but mainly have to rely on honesty.

Australia, Innovations, Software protection, Copy protection, Software piracy

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