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Microsoft rivals, consumer groups want browser offer changed
Microsoft's antitrust settlement offer to the European Commission needs minor, often cosmetic changes in order to restore fair competition to the market for Internet browsers, said some of the software giant's main rivals Thursday.

Microsoft rivals, trade groups want browser offer changed
Microsoft's antitrust settlement offer to the European Commission needs minor, often cosmetic changes in order to restore fair competition to the market for Internet browsers, said some of the software giant's main rivals Thursday.

Protect Kids from Profanity-Laden YouTube Comments
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Refresh Firefox Tabs Automatically
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Hands-On: Google's Music Search Is Just So-So
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