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A call for Net neutrality debate in U.K.
September 17, 2007
Web's global nature makes it essential for U.K. and Europe to discuss Net neutrality, says British Computer Society president.
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May 2, 2006
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House rejects immunity for phone companies in spy suits
November 16, 2007
Drawing veto threats from White House, legislators OK spy law rewrite sans lawsuit protection for aids of government spying.
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If catastrophe strikes tomorrow, are we ready?
February 7, 2007
Michael D. Gallagher and Larry Irving warn that emergency communications technology still dangerously lags behind.
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Tackling the CO2 consequences of high-tech
November 9, 2006
perspective Sun's David Douglas says the computer industry should take steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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April 26, 2007
A prominent House member says it's time to legalize--and regulate--the burgeoning industry.
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Politicians mull forcing ISPs to block "rogue" pharmacies or monitoring customers' Web traffic to block ads.
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May 24, 2006
Groups gather across U.S. to protest phone companies' influence in D.C. and well-reported cooperation with National Security Agency. Photos: Protesting phone companies
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