MUST READ  5 Biggest Mobile Stories Of 2011 By Eric Zeman From mergers to phones, wireless technologies, and mobile operating systems, 2011 was an explosive one for the mobile industry. Here are the five biggest stories of the year.
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Ransomware Attackers Pose As Police
Official-looking pop-ups claim discovery of child pornography, terrorist activity, then lock the victim's machine until a ransom is paid.
Software Security: Fewer Vulnerabilities In 2011
There was a decline in the number of software security vulnerabilities disclosed to the public, as well as the proportion of flaws that were exploited. Is secure development paying off?
Radian6 Chief: Ignoring Social Could Bring 'CEO Spring'
Companies must embrace enterprise social media in 2012 or be overrun by it, says Marcel LeBrun.
Microsoft Wins Patent Claim Against Motorola
International Trade Commission, however, rejects several other patent claims that Microsoft filed against Motorola.
iPhone 4/4S Battery Cases Compared
Your iPhone 4S probably doesn't have adequate battery life. You're going to need a case anyway, so buy one that has an extra battery in it.
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