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Kim Dotcom launches Mega service

Controversial internet entrepreneur launches replacement to Megaupload service

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Banks must attempt to issue charge-backs for HMV vouchers says Financial Ombudsman

Don't throw away HMV vouchers consumers urged

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British men escape jail for stealing Michael Jackson tracks

Judge hands suspended sentences to two men found guilty of offences under the Computer Misuse Act and stealing 'King of Pop's' music

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What are my rights if a returned parcel goes missing?

If an item is lost in the post, there is no legal obligation for an online retailer to offer a refund

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Golden Eye wins appeal to get names of Be and O2 customers

Porn distributor to get thousands more names of alleged illegal downloaders and says legal process delayed because of distaste for legal porn

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Nuisance calls still pose a problem for consumers says Ofcom

Regulator to launch new investigation into the root problems and ways to tackle silent or abandoned calls

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Tips for negotiating the January sales safely online and in shops

How to protect yourself from sales scams, including making secure payments and avoiding hidden costs

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Ofcom to examine fairness of price rises in fixed-term contracts

Communications regulator wants measures put in place to protect people signed up to fixed landline, broadband or mobile contracts

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Anonymous gives New Year's message: Expect more cyber warfare

Just like Arnie in The Terminator - hactivist group warns it will be back in 2013

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Can I take an item back without a receipt?

If you bought something in cash and lost the proof of purchase, it can be difficult to return it if it goes wrong even if it is within warranty

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Who is responsible for my Broadband?

What to do if you are stuck without internet service and are between contracts with different providers

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Computeractive looks back at the technology news of 2012

From Windows 8 to the Raspberry Pi and legal cases galore on copyright and free speech, technology-wise 2012 was a busy year

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Sweeping changes to UK's "outdated" copyright law

It will become legal to make personal copies of digital media for personal use

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