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Election 2008: Campaign coverage for the digerati

November 4, 2008 2:37 PM PST

Here's what the 2008 presidential candidates have to say on all things technology. Also: the latest from the road to the White House.

Republicans try for four more years

September 25, 2008 1:47 PM PDT

We bring you all the latest news from the Republican National Convention as the party takes its bid for the presidency to Minneapolis.

Democrats' quest for the White House

September 25, 2008 1:49 PM PDT

We bring you all the latest news as the Democrats take over Denver and even tech giants catch convention fever.

Gates' big send-off

August 21, 2008 8:58 AM PDT

As he steps down from full-time work, Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates reflects on almost three decades at the software company he started.

FAQ: How will Real ID affect you?

September 25, 2008 2:19 PM PDT

What are the privacy implications? What happens next? News.com tries to clear up some of the confusion surrounding the controversial law.

Religious minorities face Real ID crackdown

February 7, 2008 4:46 AM PST

Some religious groups object to having their photographs on driver's licenses. But licenses without photos don't comply with Real ID.

Federal buildings become Real ID zones

February 7, 2008 4:43 AM PST

Everyone from D.C. tourists to federal jurors could be affected by stipulation that noncompliant driver's licenses can't be used to access "federal facilities."

Real ID could mean real travel headaches

February 7, 2008 4:47 AM PST

A May deadline is just one flash point in a political showdown between Homeland Security and states that oppose Real ID demands.

The legislation behind a national ID

February 4, 2008 4:25 PM PST

Federal regulations creating a uniform national ID card are looming. Read the full text of the relevant section of the law.

Santa's delivered the Open Government Act

January 9, 2008 6:32 AM PST

Internet attorney Eric J. Sinrod explains why he thinks the newly signed law ensures government accountability in the Digital Age.

Election 2008: Primary voters' tech guide

October 31, 2008 5:08 AM PDT

Here's how the 2008 U.S. presidential candidates responded to a CNET News.com poll on all things technology.

Wiretap laws face new static

October 10, 2007 4:30 PM PDT

A bill in the House focuses on the touchy issue of immunity for ISPs and phone companies that aid the feds in spying.

Spy czar urges extension of warrantless-wiretap law

September 19, 2007 7:37 AM PDT

Many Democrats say there are too many unanswered questions about the scope of the Bush administration's surveillance activities.

Revelations from Pandora's music box

September 18, 2007 12:27 PM PDT

Tim Westergren, founder and chief strategy officer of Pandora, is looking to change royalty rates, the musician class system and how companies interact with their customers.

Hawaiian firm shrinks solar thermal power

September 14, 2007 4:00 AM PDT

It's not as common as solar photovoltaic panels, but Hawaiian start-up Sopogy thinks small-scale solar thermal makes sense.
Photos: Concentrating on solar power in Hawaii

The exercise bike that races via the Web

October 12, 2007 4:22 PM PDT

Connect the Ergo Bike Premium 8i to the Internet and compete with cyclists around the world for head-to-head races.
Photos: The Ergo Bike Premium 8i
Video: Web-enabled exercise bike packed with tech

House OKs revamp of patent system

September 7, 2007 3:11 PM PDT

Congress takes major step toward changes long sought by big tech companies. But there's no guarantee that proposal will become law.

Imperium says new plant slashes cost of biodiesel production

August 14, 2007 9:05 PM PDT

Company announces plans for several large-scale biodiesel plants, potentially ratcheting up impact of the alternative fuel.
Photos: 100 million gallons of biodiesel

Aging infrastructure at heart of Minnesota disaster

August 2, 2007 2:21 PM PDT

The fatal collapse of a bridge isn't an isolated incident. Over time, the infrastructure of America just plain wears out.

An e-mail connection to White House wrongdoing?

August 1, 2007 7:47 AM PDT

A Congressional probe issues a preliminary report--and Internet attorney Eric J. Sinrod finds it to be a page turner.