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News about URLs

• Twitter tests URL shortening feature

  The idea is to simplify the process of including links on tweets, as well as make it more secure

• Free tool protects Twitter users from malware hiding behind tiny URLs

  LinkScanner screens Web sites before allowing content to reach users’ machines

• Tr.im goes open-source, founder questions bit.ly-Twitter link

  Turns down buyouts, will give away code and domain of URL shortening service

• Tr.im returns to life, owner asks $US100K for service

  Promises to keep tr.im alive, will 'give it away' if a qualified buyer doesn't step up

• Twitter now blocking bad URLs, but imperfectly

  The service doesn't filter URLs that have been shortened using Tinyurl or Bit.ly