'Not-com' domain names may boost internet growth
Lack of popular and memorable domain names such as dot-com is restricting internet growth, say scientists who suggest that new domains dubbed as 'not-coms' could expand the availability of virtual space for users.
Mar 02, 2016, 18:05 PM ISTNow, an Internet by light that is 100x faster than Wi-Fi
Connecting your smartphone to the web with just a lamp -- that is the promise of Li-Fi, featuring Internet access 100 times faster than Wi-Fi with revolutionary wireless technology.
Feb 23, 2016, 23:54 PM ISTGlobal Internet users rise 300 mn to 3.2 bn in 2015: Facebook
Internet users globally grew by 300 million to 3.2 billion at the end of 2015, partly due to affordable data and rising global income, says a report by social media giant Facebook.
Feb 23, 2016, 18:01 PM ISTGlobal Internet access reaches 3.2 billion in 2015: Study
According to the 'State of Connectivity 2015' report, some 200 million people gained Internet access in 2015, due to “more affordable data and rising global incomes.”
Feb 23, 2016, 15:20 PM ISTEnhance alertness to fight criminals misusing social media: Rajnath to Delhi Police
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said Delhi Police should be more alert to combat criminals who misuse social media.
Feb 16, 2016, 22:25 PM ISTHow to keep your kids safe online!
Here are a few tips to keep your little ones safer online.
Feb 13, 2016, 22:28 PM ISTBeware of cyber predators: Dangers of virtual world!
Simply to gain followers and increase their social base, people don't hold back before adding and/or accepting requests of complete strangers.
Feb 13, 2016, 17:56 PM ISTTRAI recommends licence amendment to facilitate Internet calls
Telecom regulator TRAI today recommended amending a Unified Licence provision for inter-connection at the IP level which would facilitate Internet-based calls, alternatively known as Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
Feb 11, 2016, 22:08 PM ISTFacebook developing novel technology for better Internet.org access
The Connectivity Lab is reportedly working on several such projects, including systems that would provide connections through satellites or drone-mounted lasers.
Feb 11, 2016, 16:02 PM ISTDeeply upsetting, says Mark Zuckerberg after Facebook official makes offensive remark on India
Writing on Facebook, Zuckerberg said the comments do not represent what he or the social network thinks of India.
Feb 11, 2016, 09:51 AM ISTGoogle rolls out features to strengthen online security
Google India released some key interesting search trends of last year that point towards the demand of greater cyber security.
Feb 10, 2016, 21:43 PM ISTIndia ranks 37/38 in new US Chamber IP index
India is placed at a poor second last position in the US Chamber of Commerce's latest IP index for not following international best practices in patent protection as the body said it is yet to see the government's "rhetoric" translate into "concrete action".
Feb 10, 2016, 18:23 PM ISTTo achieve healthy ageing, keep surfing the web
In her dissertation, Larsson describes how health-promoting efforts aimed at the seniors can be developed.
Feb 10, 2016, 09:48 AM ISTThe Internet of safer Things!
Developed in association with and supported by the entire industry, the guidelines have been created to ensure best practice when it comes to cyberthreats, data protection and other potential security issues surrounding the emerging consumer technology.
Feb 10, 2016, 00:10 AM ISTFather of internet Tim Berners-Lee congratulates India on net neutrality rules
Taking to twitter, the man who invented the World Wide Web (WWW) said, “Well done India!”
Feb 09, 2016, 18:56 PM ISTDisappointed but will not give up, says Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg on TRAI decision
Zuckerberg claimed that Facebook's work with Internet.org around the world has already improved many people's lives.
Feb 09, 2016, 08:53 AM ISTMaharashtra tops Internet readiness index: Report
The report, Index of Internet Readiness of Indian States’, was published by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and Indicus Analytics.
Feb 08, 2016, 18:28 PM ISTOnline cognitive therapy may help people with mental disorders
Internet based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) - a talk therapy - may prove to be effective with individuals affected by a mental disorder, a new study has found.
Feb 08, 2016, 12:01 PM ISTGovernment Caught Unawares, Yet Again!
Indian government’s ignorance and lackadaisical attitude is in focus once again with February 9, 2016 approaching near.
Feb 04, 2016, 21:33 PM ISTHackers attack 20 mln accounts on Alibaba's Taobao shopping site
An Alibaba spokesman on Thursday said the company detected the attack in "the first instance", reminded users to change passwords, and worked closely with the police investigation.
Feb 04, 2016, 16:19 PM IST