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Some of this week's tech headlines:
Skype is shutting down password request systems because of a security hole. Hackers have figured out how to use the systems to get access to people's accounts. All that's needed is a user's e-mail address and user name. Microsoft, which owns Skype, is working on a solution to the problem.
Nokia is giving Apple some competition on maps. It's just unveiled a new mapping service called 'Here'. It operates in a similar way to Google Maps. Nokia has already submitted a Here app for iOS devices.
Apple makes more money per square foot than any other retailer in the United States. A new analysis compares earnings to the square footage of retail stores. It shows Apple made $6,050 per square foot at its retail stores. The next highest earnings were less than half that amount. Tiffany & Co. made $3,015 per square foot.
