Tech 2.0 for Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Doctors will have another option for sharing patient information online. The data will be on remote servers accessed through a secure Internet connection. That means a doctor doesn't have to go to a particular computer for patient information, but can use portable devices like smart phones or tablet computers. Experts say the cloud computing system that's being used by United Health Group's Optum business has become more common in health care the past couple years.
The FCC is set to approve tougher rules giving consumers additional protection against unwanted autodialed or pre-recorded calls to home phone lines, calls known as "robocalls." The new rules will require telemarketers to get written consent before making the calls, even if the consumer hasn't included their phone number on the Do Not Call registry. Current rules already prohibit "robocalls" to cellphones without consent.
Angry Birds have flocked to Facebook. Players can now fling birds at enemy pigs from within a Facebook app thanks to the game's developer, Rovio. The game features levels exclusive to Facebook and social features, including sharing high scores and giving friends "mystery gifts." It also has power-ups such as super seeds to turn birds into giant projectiles, which are available through friends' gifts or for purchase. Free power-ups are available to all Facebook users who play between now and Thursday.
