Virgin Media has switched on Wi-Fi Calling for customers in the United Kingdom. This will help people in rural areas, where mobile coverage is patchy, stay connected to friends and family.
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Long-time Mozillian, Mitchell Baker, has been named as the permanent CEO of Mozilla Corporation after stepping into the role on an interim basis back in December. She was also CEO between 2005 - 2008.
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