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Researchers say Facebook security breach affected more users than the social network admits

Facebook claims only 6 million users were affected by a bug in the Download Your Information tool, but researchers discovered it did a lot more damage.

Is this app responsible for the out of control Instagram hashtag situation?

Instagram can be a little bit hard to bear, thanks to people's overuse of hashtags. Are services like Instatag to blame for this bad habit?

Xbox Music for Windows 8.1 includes a radio feature and new music site-scanning technology

The Microsoft Build conference is underway, and we have a first look at everything packed inside Xbox Music for Windows 8.1

Opternative wants to bring the eye exam online

Opternative wants to bring the eye doctor in your living room with the first online eye exams.

Internet rages against Facebook security scare and concerns over ‘Shadow Profiles’ return

Facebook may have come clean about the security bug that exposed 6 million users' private data, but thousands of irked users refuse to accept the apology.
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Take flight, social butterflies! This is the when and where of expert updating

In the hyper-active world of social media, it's very easy to disappear among the irrelevant. Here's how you and your posts can stand out.

One of our favorite little Web tools, Google Trends, gets a big makeover

Google Trends is a must-have - and now it's a must-see.

Facebook says security mishap exposed 6 million users’ contact info

Facebook has announced a slightly serious security mishap: A bug in the Download Your Information (DYI) tool may have exposed your personal information.
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Can pen and paper survive in a world of touchscreens and tablets?

The recent closing of Georgia Bureau of Investigation's Handwriting Analysis Unit has led us to question the future of handwriting in a digital age.

Remember that Yahoo email you haven’t checked since Gmail arrived? You might lose it

Has it been a while since you logged into Yahoo! Mail? You may want to consider doing that before July 15 ... otherwise, it'll be considered up for grabs.
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Tips and tricks for using Facebook lists to eliminate News Feed noise

Are you fed up with how incredibly irrelevant your Facebook News Feed is? You can use lists to isolate people you want to hear less from, and here's how.
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You can now attach and post images in Facebook comments

The day has finally arrived: You may now upload and post photos as comments to updates on Facebook.

UPDATED: Redditor’s Kickstarter project includes tips on forcing women into physical contact, author issues apology

A Redditor wants to write a book about bagging women and has launched a Kickstarter campaign to publish it. Here's the kind of advice you'd be getting.

‘Tweet’ is now officially a word in the Oxford English Dictionary

The widespread use of the term 'tweet' has caused the British dictionary to expand its definition of the word, despite its 10-year rule.
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Finally! Editing Facebook posts is in the works, so we can look a little smarter

Make a mistake in that Facebook status? Soon, you'll be able to correct all those little mess ups.
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Hands on: The Myspace app is a beautiful, confusing work in progress

Prefer to listen to music on the go? Here's a quick look at what the Myspace iOS app has to offer.

The new Myspace leaves beta, with a mobile app to boot

Aside from sporting a brand-new look, MySpace also has a slew of new functions that hope to steal some of your Spotify account's thunder.

Facebook formally introduces hashtags – let the discovery begin

Facebook now has hashtags. You can finally sift through your gigantic News Feed much easier.
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18 questions you need to ask yourself before uploading that photo

Photo-sharing is one of the greatest things that's happened to the Web - but before you post, ask yourself these questions.

Babblr is back and better, thanks to some support from a silent partner

The unofficial Tumblr chat service that launched last May experienced technical difficulties and too much attention. Now, it's back and even better.

Airbnb fights for New York host against unclear ‘illegal hotels law’

Airbnb is fighting for a New York host who's being taken to court, saying that that the city's hotel laws need to evolve with the times.
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From CuteOverload to ‘social petworks,’ adorable animals own the Web

Our affinity for Internet animals started at picture perusing, and now we're witnessing social networks for pets. Why is this obsession so enduring?
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New service Breather brings a network of app-accessible secret rooms to members

Want to unlock a new office or temporary work space? Try Breather, which brings secret places to you via iPhone.

Good news! A LinkedIn for you unfortunate souls cursed with good looks is on the way

A new website that caters to good looking clientele who needs jobs is on the way.
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An inbox divided: What we love and hate about Gmail’s new tabbed design

Gmail has a new feature that will classify your emails into five different categories for easier viewing. Here are some perks and drawbacks.
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Find Gravy wants to help you use the Internet and social media to get an actual social life

Find Gravy wants to answer the age old "What is there to do?" question.
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More than an app: ‘Instagram is’ explores the community beneath the photos

We go inside and talk to director Paul Tellefsen about his Instagram documentary and how he feels about the intimate app.
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You can use your social media addiction to fuel a car

Your Facebook and Instagram likes, YouTube views, and Twitter mentions can now power a car. Welcome to the future.

Spotify finally rolls out the Discover feature for everyone

Your sound trip courtesy of Spotify just got better with the new Discover tab, a feature that should be available to everyone through the web player.
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Google Hangouts brings universal chat to Google … as well as these privacy problems

Google is rightfully developing its services to better serve their growing public, but some of the instant messaging updates they did are questionable.
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The complete guide to digital dating, guaranteed to maybe work

There are plenty of online dating guides out there - but this one is written by a success story.
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Ladies, your love-hate relationship with the Internet is stressing you out

It's not just Pinterest that is causing anxiety in women: In general, the female social media addiction is causing the sex more stress.
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A few examples of how Vine can get you fired

The popular video clip-sharing app Vine is becoming a big issue for companies who have to deal with employees who talk crap about them through the service.

Hey Yahoo, here are a few hints about what Tumblr users want, as written by Tumblr users

Now that Tumblr's fate is in the hands of (competent?) Yahoo, it becomes increasingly pertinent for users of the blogging site to voice out what they want.