News for '-computer'

Computer call: When your PC becomes a phone

Computer call: When your PC becomes a phone

Rediff.com23 Nov 2009

VoIP services come in real handy to make cheap overseas calls.

Announcing admissions to MSc in IT, computers

Announcing admissions to MSc in IT, computers

Rediff.com20 May 2010

Anna University, Chennai invites applications for admission to five-year integrated self-supporting degree programmes offered at College of Engineering, Guindy Campus.

Apple computers targeted by Facebook 'hackers'

Apple computers targeted by Facebook 'hackers'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

The US-based firm said a small number of its machines were affected, but added there was 'no evidence' of data theft.

PILs in SC against govt's move to authorise 10 agencies to monitor computers

PILs in SC against govt's move to authorise 10 agencies to monitor computers

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

According to the government's notification, 10 central probe and snoop agencies are now empowered under the Information Technology Act for computer interception and analysis, ministry of home affairs officials said.

How much PF, gratuity did Jet Airways pay to its ex-employees?

How much PF, gratuity did Jet Airways pay to its ex-employees?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the Jalan-Kalrock consortium, the new owners of cash-strapped Jet Airways, how much have they paid towards dues on account of provident fund and gratuity to the former employees of the troubled airline. The top court made the query while commencing the hearing on a batch of petitions, including the one filed by the Jet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Welfare Association, against the October 21, 2022 order of the insolvency appellate tribunal NCLAT.

North-east militants take computer courses

North-east militants take computer courses

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

The ultras avoided better-known institutions for fear of being noticed and the strict enrollment process and settled for lesser popular ones instead.

Computer failure may further delay Sunita's return

Computer failure may further delay Sunita's return

Rediff.com14 Jun 2007

Without the computers, the station cannot maintain proper orbit and its crew cannot stay on board.

Computer crash: Have you got insurance?

Computer crash: Have you got insurance?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2007

A computer, which conks out, brings the whole world crumbling down. To ensure PC protection, a way out is to insure it.

Computer desktops reflect your personality

Computer desktops reflect your personality

Rediff.com2 Mar 2009

Personalised desktops can reveal a lot more than just your 'fun side', claims a new study, which suggests that people's personalities, habits and ambitions could be laid bare by analysing their computer screens.

AI makes mark in drug discovery in India; start-up Peptris raises $1 mn

AI makes mark in drug discovery in India; start-up Peptris raises $1 mn

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The process of discovering and developing a new drug can take decades and costs hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars. However, technological advances like artificial intelligence can help speed up and transform the time-consuming and labor-intensive exercise. In India, Peptris Technologies, a Bangalore-based AI drug discovery company, has announced $1 million in pre-seed round investment led by Speciale Invest.

Best US schools: MS in computers

Best US schools: MS in computers

Rediff.com1 Aug 2006

Overseas education counsellor Karan Gupta recommends tips for those who want to study abroad.

Code that defends against stealthy computer worms

Code that defends against stealthy computer worms

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

These worms, also known as infectious computer programmes, are malicious programmes which after being released can spread throughout networks without human control, stealing or erasing hard drive data, interfering with pre-installed programmes and slowing, even crashing, home and work computers.

Computer peripherals stolen from army HQ

Computer peripherals stolen from army HQ

Rediff.com29 Jul 2006

The army denied that two hard drives were stolen, as reported by some television channels.

IT sleuths 'clone details from Modi's computer

IT sleuths 'clone details from Modi's computer

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

The IT department which visited the offices of IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi last week had 'cloned' voluminous data on bids and financial details of various franchises from his office computers into its 'portable forensic labs' which the tax sleuths carried along.

HP launches new range of lifestyle computers

HP launches new range of lifestyle computers

Rediff.com21 Jun 2007

Aiming a growth of 50 per cent in the lifestyle computing market this fiscal, HP on Thursday expanded its portfolio by launching new products including desktops, notebooks and handheld devices at various price points.

Consumer durables: computer tablets, LEDs to cost less

Consumer durables: computer tablets, LEDs to cost less

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Stocks to watch: Videocon, Blue Star, Hitachi, MIRC Electronics, BPL, Whirlpool, Gitanjali, Titan Group

'I still have feelings for my ex-boyfriend'

'I still have feelings for my ex-boyfriend'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

rediffGURU Mohit offers advice on how you can manage your emotions and improve your personality to be more confident and positive.

Computer programmer held for NY terror plot

Computer programmer held for NY terror plot

Rediff.com15 May 2010

A computer programmer, who knew Times Square bombing suspect Faisal Shahzad, is among the three Pakistani men arrested during investigations into the failed plot. The three men were picked up on Thursday in a series of raids in the Boston suburbs, on New York's Long Island and in New Jersey, as the Federal Bureau of Investigation followed the money trail in the failed attack.

GenAI can add $1.5 trn to GDP by 2030: EY

GenAI can add $1.5 trn to GDP by 2030: EY

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Generative AI (GenAI) has the potential to add a cumulative $1.2-1.5 trillion to India's GDP over the next seven years, according to a report by EY. The report titled 'AIdea of India: Generative AI's potential to accelerate India's digital transformation' says that in 2029-30 alone, GenAI can contribute an additional $359-438 billion to India's GDP. The report said that around 69 per cent of the overall impact of GenAI on India's GDP is expected to be derived from sectors such as business services (including IT, legal, consulting, rental of machinery and equipment, and others), financial services, education, retail, and healthcare.

Now, computers that can also crack jokes

Now, computers that can also crack jokes

Rediff.com29 Aug 2007

The scientists say the technology could lead to programmes that can solve problems that are informally stated, as well as to robots that are able to interact with humans more naturally.

HP bets big on mobile computing

HP bets big on mobile computing

Rediff.com23 May 2006

Is your computer in good health?

Is your computer in good health?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2006

Millions of Chinese computers hit by virus

Millions of Chinese computers hit by virus

Rediff.com11 May 2007

Over 1.4 million computers in China were affected by viruses during the week-long Labour Day holiday.

Chinese tried to hack our computers: NSA

Chinese tried to hack our computers: NSA

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

He said that the attack came in the form of an e-mail with a PDF attachment containing a 'Trojan' virus, which allows a hacker to access a computer remotely and download or delete files. The virus was detected and officials were told not to log on until it was eliminated, he said.

Now, new chips for faster computing

Now, new chips for faster computing

Rediff.com5 Oct 2005

Future computers may require no time to boot up, thanks to carbon nanotube memory chips.

10 Healthy Morning Habits For 2024

10 Healthy Morning Habits For 2024

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Dedicate the morning to activities that don't involve screens, allowing your mind to wake up naturally.

Self-Employed? How To Get Term Insurance?

Self-Employed? How To Get Term Insurance?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

A prudent guideline for self-employed individuals is to target at least 10 to 15 times their actual annual income when determining life insurance coverage.

India's Big Guns Firing On Capex Front

India's Big Guns Firing On Capex Front

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'Interim Budget has ignited the entrepreneurial spirit.'

Software expires, central forensic lab can't examine seized phones

Software expires, central forensic lab can't examine seized phones

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Questions sent to CFSL director Rajiv Giroti and Directorate of Forensic Sciences remained unanswered.

Mobiles with speed of computers by year-end

Mobiles with speed of computers by year-end

Rediff.com14 May 2012

Qualcomm has plans to launch its new processor in single, dual and quad-core versions with integrated multi-mode technology to support 4G technology.

Now, even computers can spot a hot woman!

Now, even computers can spot a hot woman!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2008

Based on human preferences, the machine 'learned' the relation between facial features and attractiveness scores and was then put to the test on a fresh set of faces.

Cancer Tests You Must Do

Cancer Tests You Must Do

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Dr Minish Jain, director of medical oncology, Ruby Hall Clinic highlights the need and importance of early screening to detect and prevent cancer.

New way to stop computer viruses soon

New way to stop computer viruses soon

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

Engineers Simon Wiseman and Richard Oak from defence technology company Qinetiq, Worcestershire, have found a way to stop computer viruses in their tracks by intercepting every file that could possibly hide a virus.

Is Screen Time Affecting Your Child's Brain?

Is Screen Time Affecting Your Child's Brain?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

Screen time, referring to the time children spend watching television or playing computer games, was found to impact the development of executive functions of brain such as working memory, planning and responding flexibly to changing situations.

These 7 ULTRABOOKS will REDEFINE computing

These 7 ULTRABOOKS will REDEFINE computing

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Here's a list of 7 Ultrabooks to look out for in 2012 that will redefine computing.

Hamas keeping hostages in Gaza hospital basement: IDF

Hamas keeping hostages in Gaza hospital basement: IDF

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari has said that Hamas has kept Israel hostages at a hospital basement, and it has evidence including photographs of the same.

Tata to soup up super computer Eka

Tata to soup up super computer Eka

Rediff.com14 May 2009

The Tata group, however, is not lying low. It is now planning to increase the supercomputer's processing power by at least five times, under a project titled Eka plus plus (Eka++). The Computational Research Laboratories--a subsidiary of the Tata group's holding company Tata Sons--has already started work on this front.

HP, Google ink pact to make Chromebooks in India

HP, Google ink pact to make Chromebooks in India

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

PC maker HP has joined hands with Google to manufacture Chromebooks in India from October 2, the company said on Thursday. The Chromebook devices will be manufactured at the Flex Facility near Chennai, where HP has been producing a range of laptops and desktops since August 2020, it said in a statement. "Manufacturing Chromebook laptops in India will allow Indian students to get easy access to affordable PCs.