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Softly buzzing phones could yield better augmented reality

Foursquare's Dennis Crowley on subtle forms of augmented reality.

Softly buzzing phones could yield better augmented reality
Dennis Crowley, co-founder of Foursquare, says subtle interactions — like a buzzing phone — could lead to better augmented reality experiences than those provided through cameras and screens. Read more.

Interactive mapping and open data illustrate excess federal property

WhiteHouse.gov puts data to use in its new federal property map.

Interactive mapping and open data illustrate excess federal property
A new interactive feature posted at WhiteHouse.gov uses open data to visualize excess federal property. The full dataset is also available for download in a structured format. Read more.

A Manhattan Project for online identity

A look at the White House's National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace.

A Manhattan Project for online identity
The U.S. government's National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace addresses key issues around identity, privacy and security. Implementation, however, will require significant effort and innovation from the private sector. Read more.

Does digital text create a cognitive gap?

A study finds electronic text may disrupt learning techniques.

Does digital text create a cognitive gap?
Students and professors have anxiously anticipated the replacement of analog textbooks with digital options. As it turns out, however, current technology might actually hinder learning. Read more.

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Anatomy of a phish

In light of recent security snafus, it's worth reviewing the basics of phish detection and prevention.

Major security breaches sometimes lead to an onslaught of phish emails. Here's a handful of simple ways to spot suspect correspondence and avoid traps. Read more.

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