Articles tagged with Internet
A new security technology has been developed by IT researchers at Ruhr-University Bochum to protect the 'Internet of Things' from cyber threats. The technology uses a combination of digital encryption and analogue communication technologies, making it fast, energy-efficient and secure.
A study of almost 7,000 people found that viewing cat videos online increases energy and positive emotions, while decreasing negative feelings. Participants reported feeling guilty for procrastination but experienced pleasure outweighing guilt from watching cat videos.
A study from the University of Central Florida found that breast milk sharing is a thriving practice, with many women exchanging milk through online communities. The majority of participants were college-educated and had household incomes above $70,000, using cross-nursing as an alternative to container-based exchanges.
A national survey found that most Americans disclose their personal data for discounts because they believe marketers will harvest the data anyway. The study's lead author argues that marketers misrepresent consumers' behaviors as rational acceptance of 'tradeoffs,' which is not true.
A new manifesto calls for a shift in power from internet giants to ordinary consumers, citing the need for more control over online data and content. Dr Paul Bernal argues that the internet is messy and dynamic, and that few people want to be forgotten but most want influence on how they are remembered.
A national survey found that 84% of teens turn to the internet for health information, but 88% do not share their concerns with friends or social media. This study highlights the importance of accurate and accessible digital health resources for teenagers, who use online tools to make behavior changes and take care of themselves.
A new study by Michigan State University business scholars estimates the costs and benefits of the Unfair Internet Gambling Enforcement Act, concluding that regulated online gambling would benefit both the industry and consumers, reducing uncertainty and confusion among firms and individuals.
A new study at the University of Maryland found that online hookup sites like Craigslist increase HIV infection rates in Florida, with African Americans accounting for 63% of new cases. The study also found that wealthier individuals and women were more susceptible to HIV transmission through online platforms.
The US Commerce Department's NIST has published a roadmap for the next 20 years of research needed to establish seamless public safety communications networks. Location-based services are expected to improve situational awareness for first responders, enabling more efficient allocation of personnel and equipment.
A recent study published in Computers in Human Behavior suggests that individuals have a crucial role in protecting their own data from cyber threats. Researchers at Michigan State University found that those who acknowledged the importance of personal responsibility were more likely to be motivated to learn and implement safety measures.
The SAWBO Deployer app allows users to view, download, and share animated educational videos on Android devices, covering topics such as health and agriculture in developing countries. The app enables offline access and sharing through Bluetooth connections, making it an essential tool for outreach workers and community organizations.
Researchers found major search engines provide irrelevant information for online health diagnosis, leading to incorrect self-treatment and potential harm. The study suggests improving search engines to promote more effective results is crucial to prevent cyberchondria.
Adding physical stores to online retailers led to a net revenue increase of 20% and more frequent purchases, according to recent research. Consumers made more frequent contact with the firm, resulting in improved customer retention.
Researchers found a significant association between Google search volume of the 'n-word' and higher mortality rates among Blacks. The study suggests that area-level racism can be monitored using internet query-based measures, pointing to its impact on mortality risk.
Researchers found that more resilient teens were less likely to suffer negative consequences from extreme online exposure, regardless of their level of internet usage. The study emphasizes the importance of empowering teens with coping strategies to manage online risks rather than relying solely on abstinence.
A new study published in Psychology of Women Quarterly found that young women who spend more time reading magazines and on Facebook are more likely to experience self-objectification. The researchers discovered that Facebook users tend to compare their appearance most often to peers, rather than family members or celebrities.
A massive data compilation of 40 years' worth of research on rat brains reveals local networks of neurons, similar to the Internet, governing various functions such as vision, learning, and bodily concerns. This discovery opens a new avenue for connecting human brain studies with animal models, potentially leading to breakthroughs in n...
A Yale-led study found that people who search for information online overestimate their knowledge base compared to those who obtain information through other methods. The effect was strong enough that even without providing a full answer, internet searchers still felt smarter.
Researchers found that teens tend to disclose information first and then seek help to mitigate risks, a different approach than adults who consider risks before taking action. This 'disclose-first-and-then-make-corrections' model may explain the privacy paradox observed in teens.
The Visio.M Automotive Service Bus, developed at Technical University of Munich, enables cars to communicate via the internet and drive remotely or autonomously. The system is protected from external attacks and features a uniform user interface with driver-friendly swipe gestures.
A study by Deakin University found that many Australian online health information is too difficult to read, leading to potential misinterpretation and inappropriate healthcare decisions. The researchers suggest that websites need to be assessed for readability and changes made to improve accessibility.
A study by the University of North Carolina found that 93.7% of online e-cigarette vendors failed to properly verify customers' ages, allowing minors to easily purchase electronic cigarettes online. This lack of age verification is concerning, especially given the increasing use of e-cigarettes among teenagers.
Professor John Savage argues that a multistakeholder model is key to maintaining a free and open Internet. He suggests disaggregating governance into smaller, manageable issues and utilizing existing international organizations for non-technical public policy matters.
A Tel Aviv University researcher has successfully identified a novel genetic mutation in a rare disease using whole exome sequencing and crowdfunding. The study, led by Dr. Noam Shomron, used DNA sequencing of a three-year-old girl and her family to reveal the genetic cause of her symptoms, which included mental retardation and severe ...
A Penn State College of Medicine researcher proposes updating professional medical society guidelines to address when it is ethically justified to Google a patient. The proposed guidelines would help healthcare providers navigate the use of search engines in patient care.
A study by Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona analyzed the use of information and communication technologies among secondary school students, revealing links between school failure and an elevated use of computers at home. The study also found correlations between intensive ICTS use and substance consumption.
A new security protocol, Ladon, has been designed to protect the information provided by medical devices connected to the Internet. The protocol offers energy efficiency, memory space, and latency benefits, making it suitable for deploying functionalities in sensors.
A study of 212 bariatric surgery candidates found that 77.8% used the Internet to seek information about surgical procedures and patient experiences, while 92.6% trusted online advice before making a decision.
Researchers have developed a method to protect user anonymity and prevent fraud in Bitcoin transactions. The CoinShuffle protocol, which uses a decentralized approach similar to the Tor network, can be easily incorporated into current Bitcoin programs.
The ABC4Trust project has developed solutions to increase the trustworthiness of personal data in the Internet while offering optimal privacy protection. The project uses attribute-based credentials, which provide a type of credibility certificate from an entity trusted by the provider.
Researchers at Ruhr-University Bochum have received €1.5 million ERC funding to develop novel security mechanisms for the Internet of Things and catalyzers for target-specific drug manufacture.
Researchers develop a novel evolvable Internet architecture framework with design constraints and models analysis to meet future Internet demands. The framework balances the advantages of both clean-slate and dirty-slate approaches, promoting flexibility and stability.
Scientists at Eindhoven University of Technology have successfully controlled the shape of light particles, a crucial step towards establishing a 'quantum internet'. This breakthrough enables faster and more efficient quantum communication, paving the way for the development of powerful quantum computers.
A new study from Georgia Tech found that copyright confusion has a significant impact on online creative communities, with 13% of YouTube help forum posts dedicated to copyright. Researchers identified five major problem areas: avoiding trouble, dealing with consequences, fear of infringement, and incomplete information.
A study by USCB researchers determined that building an audience and engaging it during crowdfunding is crucial for success. The most important networks were those that were scalable, such as Twitter and email, which helped bring people to the projects.
A study published in Annals of Emergency Medicine found that Internet searches on a regional medical website can predict emergency department visits with an error rate of 4.8%. This correlation was strongest for the entire county, suggesting that Internet data may be used to forecast emergency department demand.
A study published in the RAND Journal of Economics found that price discrimination by ISPs can lead to increased web congestion, as consumers adjust their behavior to take advantage of faster services. The researchers argue that relaxing net neutrality rules would ultimately benefit ISPs at the expense of consumers.
A study by RSNA found that patients who have direct access to their imaging exams report high satisfaction with improved healthcare quality and enhanced patient engagement. The use of Internet-based interoperable image exchange systems allows patients to securely store, manage, and share their imaging records.
Regular internet use and engaging in civic, leisure, and cultural activities may help maintain health literacy skills among older adults. Health literacy scores fell by one or more points in around a fifth of people over six years, regardless of initial score.
Researchers at the University of Luxembourg have demonstrated that Bitcoin transactions can be linked to a user's IP address using just a few computers and €1500. This reveals up to 60% of the IP addresses behind Bitcoin transactions, highlighting low anonymity in the network.
Dartmouth researchers have created an AI software that uses images to locate documents on the internet with greater accuracy than ever before. The system, tested on over 600 search queries, shows a 30% improvement in precision over traditional text-based search engines.
A study finds that elderly Americans with low health literacy are less likely to use the internet for health information. Interventions targeting health literacy among older adults may help bridge the digital divide.
A study of 582 films over 30 years reveals that entertainment can be more important than a simple diversion, providing audiences with ways to grapple with life's questions. Serious movies may not sell as well as action flicks at the box office, but they are still deeply appreciated and memorable.
A University of Texas at Arlington computer scientist is studying smarter route selection and adaptive cover traffic to protect online privacy. The research aims to route traffic around powerful eavesdroppers and add noise to confuse adversaries.
A research team at UMass Amherst aims to understand the complex interactions between content providers, ISPs, and CDNs, with the goal of improving online video streaming quality. The researchers plan to apply interdisciplinary techniques from control theory and network algorithmics to develop new architectures for better coordination.
A study by Northeastern University researchers found evidence of price discrimination on four general retailers and five travel sites, with significant price differences in some cases. The team examined 16 popular e-commerce sites using a sophisticated methodology to identify price steering and discrimination.
Researchers tracked Internet usage across the globe, finding daily patterns and correlations between country GDP and Internet availability. This study helps scientists develop better systems to measure and track Internet outages, improving overall reliability.
A 3-year study analyzing 53,000 end hosts and 160 countries found a significant relationship between broadband services, pricing, and demand. In developed countries, users can upgrade to faster services when demand increases, but in developing countries, high prices limit adoption and usage.
Researchers analyzed 10,000 BitTorrent users from around the world and found that most are 'content specialists' sharing specific types of content, such as music or movies. The study also reveals a correlation between country's GDP per capita and file-sharing behavior, with users in poorer countries downloading larger files like movies.
A new review article published in Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics found that internet-based diabetes self-management education can lead to better glycemic control and enhanced diabetes knowledge. The study compared the effectiveness of various methods of delivering diabetes education via the internet and concluded that this method i...
A new web privacy system, COWL, protects users' data by confining malicious code, allowing flexible web development while improving surfing safety. The system will be freely available for download on October 15th.
Researchers have developed an interactive-coding scheme that can approach the optimum on all three measures: noise tolerance, transmission rate, and decoding complexity. The scheme uses list decoding to create a list of likely candidates, allowing devices to zero in on optimal decoding with perfect knowledge of their own messages.
Health policy academics and clinicians warn of potential risks of new .health internet domain, citing lack of transparency and inadequate stakeholder participation. They recommend an immediate moratorium and the formation of an expert working panel to discuss governance and ensure universal access to quality health information online.
Daphne Yao aims to provide trustworthy data and infrastructure for military networks, detecting abnormal action sequences and workflows. Her research has shown promising results, enabling a leap forward in Army command and control of cyberspace capabilities.
Researchers create low-cost, disposable platform for detecting bath salts with high accuracy, suitable for handheld sensor development. The technique uses environmentally friendly electrodes and validates its results against established methods.
A study suggests that most gamblers who play responsibly enjoy the experience and exhibit no problems. Positive players set limits on spending and time, use strategies to control their behavior, and gamble for entertainment rather than escapism.
A team of neuroscientists and robotics engineers has demonstrated direct brain-to-brain communication in humans, transmitting information via the internet between two human subjects separated by 5,000 miles. The study used advanced precision neuro-technologies to directly transmit a thought from one person to another without them havin...
Research found that younger, better-educated individuals with poorer health are more likely to seek online anecdotal advice. Experts caution against using untrustworthy online sources and urge consumers to develop skills for accessing reliable health information.
A Tel Aviv University study reveals a direct link between online price competition and longer flight times. The research found that the shift to online distribution channels has changed the way airlines compete for customers, prioritizing price over performance.
Researchers at TUM developed TCP Stealth, a free software that inhibits identification of systems through Hacienda and similar cyberattack software. The software uses secret tokens to protect against remote control of servers worldwide.