Jackson suicide spam hides virus
A Windows e-mail virus is trying to ensnare victims by claiming that Michael Jackson has attempted suicide, the BBC reports.
The fake message contains a Web link that supposedly links to Jackson`s suicide note.
But anyone clicking on the link will have their PC invaded by a virus that gives others access to that machine.
Like many recent Windows viruses, the malicious message does not use a technical trick or loophole to infect machines. Instead it relies on tricking users into infecting themselves, says security firm Sophos.
Microsoft releases Acrylic
Microsoft has entered the world of graphics applications by releasing a beta version of a graphics software tool code-named Acrylic.
Acrylic is a modified version of Expression, an illustration tool that combined painting with vector-graphic editing features, reports Earthtimes.
Acrylic is only available for Windows XP Service Pack 2 users and Microsoft has not announced plans for a Mac version yet.
The software can be downloaded for free.
Catalyst graphics for ATI
Graphics chipmaker ATI has announced improvements to its current product line.
CNET reports the new products will help gamers and video enthusiasts connect PCs with high-definition televisions.
The company said the drivers for its latest Catalyst software include real-time video preview, monthly software upgrades for notebooks and plug-and-play HDTV.
The initial launch supports ATI`s Mobility Radeon X700 and X800 chips, with more of the line to be updated in a few months.
Google goes 3D mapping
Google plans to use trucks equipped with lasers and digital photographic equipment to create a realistic 3D online version of San Francisco, and eventually other major US cities.
The trucks will drive through San Francisco using lasers to measure the dimensions of buildings to create a 3D framework onto which digital photos can be mapped, which will complement the mostly top-down views available through Google`s Keyhole satellite photo application.
The move will rival Amazon`s A9 service, which offers 2D photos of buildings of US city streets, reports the Silicon Valley Watcher.
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