More consumers than ever are shopping online, but it doesn't mean they all buy online. Studies show that the internet influences more than $3 of in-store sales for every dollar spent online. The Internet has given consumers the ability to make more educated purchases and get better deals, but many consumers still prefer to buy a product at a local store.

U.S. campaign is making a dent in offshore operations and folding more than a few hands of online Texas Holdem.

Eshoo legislation calls for permanent bar on internet access taxes.

At first, Jon Trainer had visions of retirement. The software developer had created a game that could be played on the Apple iPhone and iPod touch devices, and sales were through the roof. Users of the iPhone couldn't get enough of the $7.99 "Bullfrog Touch," which pits a ravenous swampland amphibian against a swarm of invading insects. After two weeks, reality set in.

Yes, I am an angry guy. I yell at other drivers. I roll my eyes when I have to stand in line for more than two minutes. I complain about Wall Street's greedy executives, out-of-touch politicians, and our local newscast idiots, with their pancake makeup, chiseled cheekbones, and chirpy laughter. Stuff that doesn't work -- especially business technology -- is at the top of the list of things that make me angry.

How closely will competitors follow in this latest digital home pursuit?

Spending a couple million dollars doesn't guarantee commercial success.

All the major studios are on board. Is Apple's iTunes store in trouble?

It's the final piece of the Panama pie. Will profit follow? And how quickly?