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Our Top Stories Report: Apple's iPad Won't Tether with iPhone Apple's iPad won't tether with the iPhone, according to an e-mail attributed to Steve Jobs. Disappointing? Yes. Surprising? Not in the least. iPad for Movies? Call My Chiropractor It's great in theory, but the iPad isn't really the device of choice to view a two-hour movie. Online Oscar Night Survival Guide The Web is full of accessories to watching the Academy Awards this weekend, from iPhone apps to streaming on sites. 3D Images--Without Glasses! Developers are showing a new breed of screen that projects a 3D image directly at the viewer and doesn't require glasses. 8 Must-Have Twitter and Facebook Add-Ons You can solve several of your top gripes with Twitter and Facebook by using free, downloadable tools. Panasonic Adds Touchscreen to New Micro Four Thirds Camera The new Lumix G2 adds a 3-inch articulating touchscreen to Panasonic's interchangeable-lens camera lineup, and it's one of two new Micro Four Thirds models. Microsoft to Release Office 2010 May 12 Businesses will be able to get the upgraded suite in May, while consumers must wait until June, Microsoft says. Gay Xbox Gamers Can Now Claim Their Identities Gamertags may now include a reference to sexual orientation, in a revision to the code of conduct. 3D Update Due for PS3 An update to current the PlayStation console lets users take advantage of new 3D TVs and more. iPad Wi-Fi Promotion Raises Concerns About 3G Functions Analysis: If AT&T pushes iPad as wi-fi device, what does that say about 3G upgrades? Microsoft's Ballmer Pushes Cloud Computing, Office 2010 Analysis: Microsoft buzz this week included cloud computing, Office upgrades, and Verizon "Pink" phones. Internet Explorer 6 Mourned, Buried Mourners euologize the battered browser at a mock funeral intended to promote its demise. Google Defends Chrome's Security Built-in security features intended to bolster Chrome OS Netbook for consumer and business use. Chinese Hack Attacks Said Likely to Recur Internet attacks from China like those against Google and other U.S. firms are expected to double this year. Read PC World Blogs and Windows 7 Updates Full Windows 7 Coverage Start here for an in-depth look at the strengths and weaknesses of Microsoft's new operating system. Today @ PCWorld For the latest in news and trends from PC World's editors and staff Game On The hottest info on PC gaming, hardware, and news from Matt Peckham Top Selling Acer Laptops Power and control never looked so good. See the stylish and efficient laptops from Acer. Print Without a PC See the world's first Web-connected home printer with web apps. Learn more and watch the demo. Advertisement Does your PC come with its own Virtual IT department? 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