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• FTC gives Google slap on wrist instead of face

  After a nearly two-year antitrust investigation, Google escaped with more of a slap on the wrist than a slap in the face, say industry analysts.

• Google's antitrust settlement means few changes

  The U.S. Federal Trade Commission's antitrust settlement with Google will create few changes in the way the company operates, both critics and fans of the deal said.

• 2012: The year Android truly challenged iOS

  Android 'Jelly Bean,' Samsung's Notes, and Google's Nexuses finally delivered compelling capabilities as Apple stalled

• 9 IT Career Resolutions for 2013

  As 2012 comes to a close, IT job seekers should already be formulating a plan for career growth and professional development in 2013.

• Top 12 Microsoft Stories of 2012

  It was a challenging year for Microsoft as it continued to adapt to a mobile world and launched Windows 8. Here's a look back at the most popular CIO.com stories and slideshows about Microsoft from 2012.

• In pictures: Google Maps for iOS

  Google has finally released its long-awaited Maps application for iOS.

• 2012: The year in quotes

  Some of the most memorable IT-related quotes were uttered in courtrooms this year, which involved a steady stream of legal challenges about intellectual property. In no particular order, these are some of the comments that stuck with us as 2012 winds to a close.

• Cloud computing showdown: Amazon vs. Rackspace (OpenStack) vs. Microsoft vs. Google

  It wouldn't be a mischaracterization to equate the cloud computing industry to the wild, wild west.

• Opinion: I want a military smartphone

  The U.S. military wants to put smartphones in the hands of all deployed troops. Their phones are going to be better than regular smartphones, says Mike Elgan, and that's why he wants one.

• 5 keys to enterprise social networking success

  Enterprise social networking helps employees collaborate in a comfortable way. To have a real impact, though, you'll need a robust platform - one that integrates with your corporate directory, takes governance seriously and meets three additional important criteria.

• Guide: How to set up a Pinterest business page

  You have no doubt watched the rise of Pinterest, the latest social media phenom. But have you switched to the new Pinterest Business Pages? Here's how to do it, plus details on its other exclusive features.

• 7 most important tech trends Of 2012

  Technology trends can come and go with little more than a (Google) Wave, but seven trends of 2012 are here to stay. Some came out of nowhere, while others emerged after years of development.

• 9 Ways Mobile Commerce Will Increase Your Holiday Sales

  Experts in mobile commerce and retail marketing share tips on how you can use mobile apps, QR codes and mobile commerce to boost sales this holiday season.

• Women in IT: How deep is the bench?

  Superstar women lead IT at some of the biggest global corporations, yet the path to the top isn't clear for the next generation.

• Google rides out service blockages in China

  Google's services have been riding a bit of a rollercoaster in China over the last several days. A one-hour or even 12-hour blockage wouldn't hurt the company. It's the potential for a much longer blockage that could be problematic for Google, says one analyst.