MyDoom.C plans new assault on Microsoft

A new worm is hoping to use the vast network of computers infected with MyDoom.A to succeed where MyDoom.B failed and launch a DDOS attack against www. ...more

Vodafone haunted by ghost customers

The advent of pre-pay phone packages may have been a boon for buyers who want a cheap way to get a mobile phone, but it is causing headaches for the mobile phone companies. Vodafone are one of the companies facing such woes. The company has admitted that around 1 million registered customers may have not used their phone in the past three months, this figure represents 12 per cent of its 12-million customer base. ...more

Music downloads prove their popularity

UK sales of online music have topped CDs, vinyl and cassettes The latest figures from the Official Charts Company show that January sales of digital downloads reached more than 150,000, with 50,000 sold in the week that Coke launched its MyCokeMusic's launch. BPI Executive Chairman Peter Jamieson said: 'Digital music services without doubt represent an exciting future for the music industry. Putting the systems in place to properly reward the artists and creators of music takes time, especially against a backdrop of tough market conditions and increasing piracy. ...more

mmO2's quiet Revolution

The mobile operator rolls out interactive portal in preparation for mobile data boom In contrast with the closed Vodafone Live service, O2's Revolution will be open to anyone on any network. The operator is currently finalising the last of its 40-odd applications with which it is launching. The applications cost ?1. ...more

Intel Masters UK gaming tournament announced

The time: December 21. The place: London's Science Museum. What's happening? 24 top UK gaming clans will be competing for a ?25,000 prize fund. ...more