Google announced the launch of their public DNS service this morning. This alternative allows users or business to bypass their ISP’s DNS servers for a theoretically faster and more private server. I currently use OpenDNS, now a competitor of Google, which offers a bit more control, data and content filtering options. I certainly applaud Google [...]

It’s nearing 2010, so that means Google has thrown out some data regarding our searching habits over the last year. Nothing groundbreaking, just an interesting browse.

If you are a Verizon Wireless customer, chances are you recently received an ignorable mailing regarding Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI). Briefly, CPNI is data collected by Verizon, and other wireless providers, about what you purchase, the details of all calls you receive and make, where you use the service and other related info. They [...]