Facebook targeted in “sophisticated attack”

Written by Trent Nouveau, Published on TG Daily

The Facebook security teams has confirmed that the social networking site was targeted in a “sophisticated attack” last month.

Next Sony PlayStation to Stream Games

Written by IAN SHERR and DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI, Published on WSJ

Sony Corp. 6758.TO -1.87% is planning to offer technology to stream games to its next videogame console, people familiar with the company’s plans say, alongside other enhancements to bolster its position in the market.

Office 2013 retail licensing change ties suite to specific PC forever

Written by Gregg Keizer, Published on Computer World

‘If your computer dies, so does your Office license,’ says licensing guru; move seen as prod to adopt subscription-based Office 365.

Facebook Seeking Sales Boost Lets Users Tout Friend Posts

Written by Brian Womack, Published on Bloomberg

Facebook Inc., operator of the world’s largest social network, is rolling out a feature that will let users pay to promote friends’ posts on the website as it seeks new sources of revenue.

Google to launch stand-alone stores by holidays

Written by Christina DesMarais, Published on PC World

Google is seeking a greater retail presence with plans to open stand-alone shops in big cities, with the first ones expected to launch in time for the busy holiday shopping season.