IBM demonstrates water-cooling for 3D processors

Written by Joel Hruska : Three-dimensional processors took a baby step towards commercial reality today, thanks to IBM’s water-cooling research. Big Blue and the Fraunhofer Institute have successfully tested a multistack CPU prototype that’s cooled by pumping water directly through the separate layers of the processor.

Europe’s highest court to weigh in on Google AdWords case

Written by Jacqui Cheng : While some folks actively search out knockoffs of high-end brands, most of us would prefer the real thing. Especially when looking for expensive apparel and accessories online, although sorting out the real deal from the fakes can get a bit tedious.

Acer bets big on Linux

Written by Iain Thomson : Acer has stated that it will be pushing Linux aggressively on its laptops and netbooks.
The company is already heavily promoting Linux for its low cost ultra-portable netbook range out later this year, but senior staff have said that Acer will also push Linux on its laptops.

Pure Digital Flip Mino review round-up

Written by Donald Melanson : posted While it certainly didn’t appeal to everybody, Pure Digital’s Flip Video Ultra cheapcorder nonetheless found quite the audience, which has not surprisingly led to some raised expectations for the company’s just-released follow-up, the Flip Mino. Judging from the first batch of reviews, however, it looks like Pure Digital has mostly managed to hit the mark ($30 premium notwithstanding), even if it still likely won’t be getting folks to ditch their more full-featured cameras.

Facebook ban could lead to staff exodus

Written by Iain Thomson : A survey of 1,000 office staff has found that nearly a third of younger employees would consider quitting their job if Facebook was banned in the workplace.
The survey by IT services firm Telindus found that 39 per cent of 18 to 24 year-olds would consider leaving if they were not allowed to access applications like Facebook and YouTube.