The new version of NoScript, the popular browser add-on that blocks JavaScript and other embedded objects from running on Web pages, is out in alpha form. It can now run on Android-based smartphones, giving users protection against script-based attacks on their mobile devices. The release of NoScript Anywhere includes a variety of new features, but it's the support for Firefox Mobile that is the big attraction. The add-on for Android devices is meant to mimic the desktop version, giving users the ability to set permissions for each individual site and use a default policy for restricting content. NoScript also now includes an anti-clickjacking feature and an anti-XSS filter designed to protect users from cross-site scripting attacks. The new version also works on Maemo-based phones and tablets.

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Video game developer and novelist Tim Rogers exposes the underbelly of free-to-play games that use real-world currency. They're not trying to entertain you — they're trying to get you hooked. Every minute you play is being analyzed by men in suits reeling you into a cycle of addiction so they can keep you coming for more, and hopefully opening your wallet to buy premium points here and there. To do this, they intentionally give you an hour's worth of gameplay dragged out over the course of a week to keep it on your mind, dropping coins here and there for you to pick up, and playing on your own sense of work and profit to keep you coming back.

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According to StatCounter, it's taken roughly two years for Redmond's latest to surpass XP and become the world's most popular operating system. October 2011 marks the first time that Windows 7 has overtaken XP globally, with a 40 percent share of the market versus the latter's 38. As for Vista, it's been holding steady at around 11. Not that it's much of a surprise, as in North America, Windows 7 took the crown back in April of this year. Rounding out the top five, are OS X (though it's not clear whether that captures all of Cupertino's beasts) and Linux, which come in at 7 and 0.82 percent respectively. But don't take our word for it, hop on over to the source links and get your interactive chart on.

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If you're among the teeming masses holding a brand new iPhone 4S in your hands, you may be surprised (as we were) to find there's something conspicuously absent from the Network Settings menu on your new device: specifically the ability to manually shut off 3G data. After receiving word, and a screenshot, from a helpful tipster, rocking a 4S on Vodafone's network, we found the same option missing from our own AT&T iteration. Of course this isn't the sort of thing that's likely to have an impact on most users, but if you're the type that likes to squeeze every last bit of juice out of that Apple, the omission could cause some frustration. We gave Apple support a call to see what they had to say, and were told AppleCare has no official response on the matter. If you're lamenting the loss of the 3G flip-switch sound off in the comments below.

Update: A few of our readers are reporting that the original Verizon iPhone 4 also lacked the 3G switch, which means the absence is most likely on a carrier-by-carrier basis.

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You didn't think the latest iPhone would be saved from Colorware's paint-dipped hands, did you?
Lo and behold, the company's swatches are currently ready for application on the 4S. Similar to itsiPhone 4 treatments, you'll be able to spice up your device -- and its earbuds -- with a mixture of glossy, metallic and soft-touch coatings (excluding mainly the front face, which remains stock black or white). Colorware'll gladly sell you a fresh 16 or 64GB model for a whopping $1,500 or $1,700, respectively, or you can mail yours in to get a Benetton-esque makeover for just $250.

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If you've unboxed a shiny new iPhone 4S from AT&T today, you've most likely had an experience similar to many others who made the same purchase: frustration. It seems that the surge in activity from the release of Apple's new handset has reduced activation traffic on Ma Bell's network to a crawl. This isn't the first time the carrier has had issues on launch day -- but back then, it didn't have any competition. Now that Verizon and Sprint have joined the iPhone party, the pressure's on and AT&T's not looking good compared to the other carriers who don't appear to be having issues. As if that weren't enough for the folks in Cupertino, iCloud had a rocky debut this week as well -- from absent verification emails to an inability to backup data. Apple has documented all five of the new service's foibles via the coverage link below, but it appears everything's been peachy since early this morning. So, have you been waiting for your new iPhone to be more than a shiny new paperweight? Leave a comment, and let us know.

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Nintendo's twin-screen wonder has seen almost as many reinventions as Lady Gaga, so it may not come as a huge shock to hear that the DS (in all its guises) has now sold over 50 million units in the US. The home entertainment maestros are still chasing similar success for its three-dimensional sibling, the 3DS, however. Nintendo has managed to sell almost half a million three dee units units after its weighty price cut, but there's now some very potent competitors seeking their own slice of the (portable) gaming pie. Good luck, Nintendo, you're probably going to need it.
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Despite his offer of help earlier this year, original Syndicate producer and games industry veteran Peter Molyneux has had no input whatsoever into EA's forthcoming FPS reboot of his 1993 RTS classic.
Speaking to Eurogamer at a preview event in New York earlier this week, the game's art director John Miles said that neither EA nor developer Starbreeze has spoken to Molyneux about the project.
"No. We've not specifically gone out to speak to Peter," he said.
Miles added that a few Bullfrog veterans have been involved with the new title, but it's made no specific effort to seek help from those who worked on the original.
"A lot of the guys at EA Partners - which is the part of EA which has partnered with Starbreeze - are old developers, some of whom were at Bullfrog and worked with guys who were on Syndicate originally.
"I think we've done what we think is right with it, and what we wanted to do with it. We haven't specifically gone out and reached for input from the original team."
EA's announcement last month that it was reinventing the game as a shooter was met with criticism from many of the franchise's core fans. Miles explained that EA had anticipated the backlash and stands firm in its conviction that it's made the right decision.
"We talked about this a lot internally and felt like what we were doing wasn't... we didn't want to copy the old game," he explained.
"We wanted to take the world of Syndicate, the characters, the weapons, the corporations, the Machiavellian feeling and bring it to the current audience. We felt like this was the right format.
"I think the initial reaction from the hardcore fans is understandable, perhaps. But I think when they get to see it and actually start to play it and see more detail they'll realise it's still set within that environment but it's a new offering, a new experience."
And what of all the comparisons to the recently released Deus Ex: Human Revolution?
"This has been in development for a long time," replied Miles. "I think it does sort of make you smile when you read the comparisons, that people feel like we've looked at Deus Ex.
"Obviously, as you know, games take a long time to develop. I think it's a coincidence that they've come out at a similar time to us. When you actually get your hands on it you'll realise it's a different type of play style to Deus Ex."
Finally Miles offered a little insight into why the game has taken so long to see the light of day - the project was first hinted at way back in February 2008.
"Initially we wanted to make sure the concept was right before we marched ahead with it," he said.
"When you're bringing back an old title and developing something new at the same time you need to make sure that the concept is right, so prototyping is something that you can easily continue on and on with until you get something that you feel is worthy of the Syndicate name. I guess that's the reason it's taken longer."

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UPDATE: Microsoft has told Eurogamer that it's aware of a few incidents of "unauthorised access" and is working with the relevant individuals to remedy the situation.
However, the spokesperson insisted there is no evidence of a wider Xbox Live security issue. Here is its statement in full:
"We do not have any evidence the Xbox Live service has been compromised. We take the security of our service seriously and work on an ongoing basis to improve it against evolving threats.
"However, a limited number of members have contacted us regarding unauthorised access to their accounts by outside individuals. We are working with our impacted members directly to resolve any unauthorised changes to their accounts.
"As always, we highly recommend our members follow the Xbox LIVE Account Security guidance provided at www.xbox.com/security to protect your account."
ORIGINAL STORY:A number of Xbox 360 owners have reported their accounts compromised and credit cards used to buy FIFA-related content.
Reports suggest FIFA Ultimate Team content packs are the target for those who have gained access to accounts.
Eurogamer was first alerted to the issue by reader Speedjack, who on 11th October found his gamertag had been "recovered" to someone else's machine.
"I then find out that I've had 5000 then 500 MS points bought on my credit card. Better yet, all the points including the 120 I had already on my account are gone... all spent on FIFA 12 content packs yesterday afternoon while I was at work.
"Not only that, but my account now has 35 FIFA 12 achievement points on it!!! Never played the game in my life - hate football."
Speedjack spoke to Microsoft support, which suggested there exists an issue with EA's servers that leaves XBL accounts vulnerable.
It is important to note that at this stage there is no evidence to support this claim, and it is unclear exactly how widespread the issue is.
However, Speedjack is not alone in having his XBL account compromised and used to buy FIFA-related items.
A detailed report on the Goosterblog recounts how one user suffered an XBL account hack - also used to buy FIFA Ultimate Team packs.
The report offers a number of explanations, including one specific to FIFA that involves hackers emailing EA support and the EA server then sending over the victim's Xbox and EA account information.
There is also a similar report on forum Facepunch, and multiple users' reports on the Xbox.com forum.
Microsoft support is freezing accounts affected for up to 30 days as it investigates complaints.
EA was unable to comment on the situation when contacted by Eurogamer, but the company did point our readers towards the EA forum, which offers advise on how to protect user accounts.
It contains information on fake emails and copycat websites, phishing, redirects, scare tactics and password integrity.
Microsoft advises any users affected to contact its Xbox support service. Its Account Security page has more information.

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