Internet

Poor countries are more vulnerable to cyber attacs

January 30, 2018 in Technology

Digitalization of poor countries is a good thing, but too little attention has been paid to the accompanying problems, according to one researcher.

Kids are distracted by internet ads

January 23, 2017 in Society & Culture

It’s hard for them to avert their eyes from animated advertisements.

Scientists send world’s fastest data signal

August 29, 2016 in Technology

Scientists have set a new world record: the largest amount of data, equal to twice the world’s daily Internet traffic, sent through a single fibre cable.

Meet your new physician: Dr Google

August 4, 2016 in Technology

OPINION: In theory, internet search engines like Google and Bing can make early diagnoses and may even save lives.

World's fastest chip could make the Internet eco-friendly

March 20, 2016 in Technology

Scientists have invented the world's fastest chip, which could help improve the eco-friendly credentials of the Internet.

Old folks are keen internet users

February 23, 2016 in Society & Culture

Well over 40 percent of Norwegians in the age group 80 to 100 claim to use the internet daily or weekly.

Researchers will uncover “the other” hidden internet

October 28, 2015 in Technology

You have heard of the dark web but what do you know about the semantic net?

Children and the Internet is an ethical minefield

October 10, 2015 in Society & Culture

When children are asked about their Internet use, their responses differ to those of their parents. This is one of many ethical dilemmas for those conducting research with children. The children’s answers often challenge adults' view of children.

A smarter power grid with new materials

October 16, 2015 in Technology

Increased renewable energy production is a burden on the power grid. A new EU project will increase the efficiency of energy consumption.

Young women twice as exposed to cyber bullying as men

May 29, 2015 in Society & Culture

Female journalists between the age of 25 and 35 are twice as exposed to bullying and threats as their male colleagues of the same age. The bullying is a democratic problem, says researcher.