Social networks

Half of UK adults use same password for every website, according to Ofcom, and a quarter use name or date of birth.

The key events of a day in which George Osborne's tears were arguably the biggest talking point.

We take a look at Facebook Home, the new Android launcher claimed to make any phone a Facebook phone.

Labour MP, anti-Thatcherites and ordinary taxpayers petition for 'privatising' Iron Lady's funeral.

The British Library is planning to archive the entire UK web, including blogs, forums and social media messages.

Marseille midfielder told to stop targeting PSG defender after he labelled him a ‘ladyboy’

British actress uses Twitter to rule herself out of playing Anastasia Steele in film adaptation of best-selling book.

We compare the Samsung Galaxy S4 with its nearest rival, the HTC One.

Jamie Bulger killer spent months trying to seduce lonely heart Sarah Finn for months before sending her image of his genitals.

Sony has officially unveiled the PlayStation 4 along with new games including Killzone and InFamous

The HTC One is a perfectly good smartphone, but without a low price or a killer feature, it could struggle to compete.

Sony will reveal its PlayStation 4 on 20 February in New York. We round-up what to expect from the next generation of consoles

Forensic science student gunned down while sitting in a car in east London.

Technology editor explains why he thinks the Google Nexus 4 is the best smartphone in the world.

Apple is said to be working on an iOS-based, wrist-mounted device which could rival Google's Project Glass.

Facebook has stuck to its promise and deleted all data relating to facial recognition in Europe, following widespread complaints last year.

A new survey predicts online turbulence ahead, as almost 90 percent of consumers do not trust websites with their personal data.

Yahoo product manager Jennifer Davies offers tips on how to keep your Flickr photos secure and private on Safer Internet Day.

40% of people would avoid someone who de-friended them on social networking site.

False reports had claimed that Boombastic hitmaker had been stabbed and killed.

Canon has announced the PowerShot N at CES in Las Vegas, a camera that is square and symmetrical, with a Wi-Fi connection and a range of filters to modify your photos.

Snapchat, the real-time picture and video-sharing service, remains hugely popular despite challenges from Facebook Poke and serious security concerns.

As the SMS shows signs of a recovery, the UK’s networks are bracing themselves for a huge increase in data usage this New Year’s Eve.

Instagram users slumped after firm introduced, then removed, changes to terms and conditions.

Facebook uses 'Double Irish' method to transfer huge sums.

Social networking helps boys to form stronger bonds with their friendship groups.

PM announces plans to block adult content by default on every new computer sold.

A set of new legal guidelines aim to see fewer people charged for offensive messages posted on social networks like Twitter.

Check out a comprehensive feature comparison of HTC Butterfly with Apple's flagship iPhone 5 to help you make your buying decision.

Twitter notches up 200 million monthly active users - 60 million more than it had in March.