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January 20, 2011
Security & Privacy
Facebook Gives Your Home Address to Developers
Want to access a third-party app? Be prepared to share your personal information -- or not play. - Ian Paul, PCWorld
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PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: December 2010Our reviewers wrapped up the year with an eclectic assortment of favorites: recovery software, video helpers, security utilities, a game, and more.
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