Segment 1:

*   Intel will launch its new Atom processor for netbooks, the Atom N450
http://news.cnet.com/8301-13924_3-10419387-64.html
*  The FCC may not like it, but Verizon (NYSE:VZ) Wireless says that its $350 early termination fee (ETF) for some Verizon mobile device contracts is actually a good thing
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703523504574604403213404482.html?mod=WSJ_hpp_LEFTWhatsNewsCollection
* The latest scams by cyber criminals are taking advantage of the public's tendency to help out friends
http://www.vancouversun.com/life/Online+scams+exploit+trust+social+networking+sites+security+expert/2386371/story.html

Segment 2:

*   Just as Microsoft (NSDQ:MSFT) worked out a compromise to its long-running conflict with the European Union, it now faces the prospect of legal action from a pair of small companies the software giant has allegedly wronged
http://www.pjdesignsandconcepts.com/info/microsoft-sued-by-bing/
*   Ford announced Monday the next generation of its Sync system designed to let Ford owners plug a USB modem directly into a car's built-in Wi-Fi, creating broadband Internet access to all passengers
http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-10419548-94.html

Segment 3:

*   The following are Facebook changes that have happened this week: The major changes are: You can control who does and does not have access to every item you post
http://www.readwriteweb.com/archives/how_facebooks_new_privacy_changes_will_affect_you.php
*   Contrary to previous reports that Mac clone maker Psystar would be closing its doors following its Thursday loss in court, lawyers for the company said the company will not be shutting down for good
http://forums.appleinsider.com/showthread.php?t=105625
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* Top places to get free Wi-fi

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