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Comcast unveils $9.95 internet service for low-income families

Tue, 08/09/2011 - 12:44 by NeelamGoswami

Here's good news for families in the United States struggling to pay $30 for Comcast's cable internet service. The Philadelphia, Pennsylvania based home internet service provider has announced a new broadband program that will offer discounted internet service and computers to low-income families.

Comcast to offer video chat on TV through Skype

Wed, 06/15/2011 - 13:46 by Anter Prakash Singh

Skype users having high definition television sets would soon be able to make video calls with Skype, Comcast announced Tuesday.

Government approves Comcast-NBC deal, imposes conditions

Wed, 01/19/2011 - 15:33 by Anter Prakash Singh

The federal regulators have approved Comcast Corp. bid to takeover NBC Universal Tuesday but have imposed certain conditions.

4 Ways to Plug Your Money Leaks

Fri, 12/31/2010 - 14:51 by Tim Beyers

Resolving to save Foolishly is good. Resolving to spend Foolishly is better. We all spend. We buy groceries, services, and birthday gifts. We pay mortgages and utility bills. We go on dates and take vacations. We invest. (Right?) Like a hyped-up 2-year-old, money never sits still. All we can do is make sure it heads in the right direction. And if you're like me, that's a challenge most of the time.

Arris Steals Top Cisco Talent

Thu, 12/30/2010 - 12:17 by Anders Bylund

Let's say you're looking to fill a top executive position with direct customer-facing responsibilities. Do you snag one from the competition, thus weakening the other guy while strengthening yourself, or would you rather grab someone who has insider experience with your largest customer?

Who Is Winning the Net Neutrality War?

Thu, 12/23/2010 - 11:35 by Anders Bylund

After months of hand-wringing and posturing on both sides of the debate, the FCC has issued a ruling on the contentious issue of net neutrality. Merry Christmas, dear consumers! You got exactly what you've been wishing for!

Our Top 3 Entertainment Stocks for 2011

Fri, 12/17/2010 - 11:43 by Jordan DiPietro

The world of entertainment is exciting and constantly changing. Whether its television, movies, satellite radio, advertising, or publishing, these industries are all extremely vulnerable because of persistent innovation and technology. One day a certain stock might be all the rage. The next day it could be poised to plunge. And that's why we've asked three of our top Fool contributors to shed some light on 2011 and provide us with their top picks in the entertainment industry for next year. Be sure to check them out!

Google Can't Afford a Beta Phase This Time

Fri, 12/17/2010 - 11:29 by Anders Bylund

Nine months ago, Google (Nasdaq: GOOG) made a very big deal out of its experimental high-speed fiber project. It was announced, roundly discussed, and even made fun of from the inside and the outside on April Fool's Day. The lucky test site for the first 500,000 installations was to be chosen by the end of the year.

Maybe Next Christmas, Google TV

Thu, 12/16/2010 - 12:53 by Rick Aristotle ...

 After a rocky two months, Google (Nasdaq: GOOG) isn't giving up on Google TV. In fact, this morning the company is upgrading its platform in four meaningful ways:

 

Tomorrow's Monster Stock?

Wed, 12/15/2010 - 07:21 by Rich Duprey

 Stocks climbing to 10 times their original price are rare breeds -- but they're not impossible to find. Especially when you have Fools for friends. The market's best stocks include companies that have risen dozens of times in value by taking advantage of the market's weaknesses. 

Saving Money for the Holidays

Tue, 12/14/2010 - 07:42 by Rick Aristotle ...

 If the holiday season conjures images of unwanted calories and maxed-out credit cards, how about losing a little weight?

 

Why Google Needs the DRM Technology Behind Netflix

Mon, 12/06/2010 - 11:04 by Peter Yared

 Google (Nasdaq: GOOG) announced on Friday that it's purchased Widevine, a video digital rights management company mostly known as the technology behind Netflix's video protection. Widevine gives video sites the tools to license, encrypt, and distribute videos to a variety of device platforms.