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5 December 2011 Last updated at 12:21 ET

Big update due for Microsoft XboxXbox Live user

The BBC iPlayer will be on the Xbox in early 2012 as Microsoft turns its console into a more general entertainment device.

Artist representation of a molybdenite microchipSilicon-free 'superior' microchip

Engineers have tested the use of an alternative to silicon that promises thinner, more flexible computer chips that need less power.

Hacked computers graphicRussian poll sites 'are hacked'

Russian political sites say they suffered hacking attacks during the country's parliamentary elections.

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Rory Cellan-Jones Article written by Rory Cellan-Jones Rory Cellan-Jones Technology correspondent

Robots set up home at Science Museum Watch

8 hours ago

A new exhibition at the Science Museum in London explores the rich history of robots throughout culture.

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Special Reports

false colour image of ChromosomesIdeas that could change the world

We explore the future of technology

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  • Robot warsThe Panasonic Evolta run robot created by Tomotaka Takahashi

    Battling machines are still a long way off, say experts

Features & Analysis

  • Shadow of hand over keyboardHijacked PCs

    Cybercriminals are spamming the web with millions of home computers recruited to botnets

  • Mark ZuckerbergAbout face

    Who is the real Mark Zuckerberg?

  • Cybersecurity graphicHacking HTML 5

    Warnings that the web language is vulnerable to attack

  • Desert sun

    Connecting North Africa and Europe with a solar energy power network

  • Do it yourself

    Fancy building your own social network?

  • The BBC Micro and me

    How the BBC Microcomputer changed leaders' lives

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  • Lightning Whipping up a storm

    Discover the best locations to take in some of nature's most dramatic shows

Programmes

  • Children in a classroomClick Watch

    Review of interesting apps and websites including one where you can learn almost anything for free

  • Philosopher AC (Anthony Clifford) Grayling Exchanges At The Frontier Listen

    AC Grayling and a public audience test the world's leading scientists over the meaning of their work

  • Discovery generic graphicDiscovery Listen

    Analysis, interviews and discussion with key scientists on the latest discoveries

  • Click Listen

    How to ensure that computing becomes greener and safeguard the environment

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