A hacking attack at a major Australian web host causes the permanent deletion of some 4800 websites. FULL STORY >

Google Books enters into a partnership with the British Library to digitise some 40 million pages of human history, and make it all fully searchable online. FULL STORY >

Fujitsu's K computer has officially been named the fastest supercomputer in the world, capable of some 8.2 quadrillion calculations per second. FULL STORY >

New data suggests that the world's largest social network is facing a few drops in user numbers, although the bigger picture is still one of Facebook domination. FULL STORY >

Facebook is in the process of testing out a new constantly updated news feed which will function in a similar way to that of micro-blogging site Twitter. FULL STORY >

We take a look at some of the major new gaming announcements unveiled last week at the E3 gaming expo in L.A. FULL STORY >

IT security solutions provider Kaspersky Lab releases the first Maintenance Pack for its Endpoint Security 8 for Smartphone. FULL STORY >

We check out the LG Flatron IPS236V-PN, a sleek new display delivering LED technology and HD quality at an affordable price. FULL STORY >

Epson SA launches two full HD projectors that can be employed by gamers and movie fanatics who want the big screen experience at home. FULL STORY >

Sony unveils pricing and model details for its upcoming handheld alongside new games and 3D TV offerings. FULL STORY >

Sony files trademarks for two new names which indicates that its next handheld will indeed be known as the PlayStation Vita. FULL STORY >

This week in the Tech News Round-up some early hardware running Windows 8 is displayed, whilst the ability to like pages spreads from Facebook to Twitter to Google. FULL STORY >

The PC Medic addresses some questions posed by TechSmart readers. FULL STORY >

The popular social networking phenomenon Twitter launches its "Follow" Button, which operates in a similar manner as Facebook's "Like" button. FULL STORY >

Maxis takes a leap into the action RPG realm with Darkspore, an addictive sci-fi slashing romp with a ton of customisation options. FULL STORY >