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AT&T gets merger support from a key lawmaker

AT&T is getting some support from a key congressional leader for its proposed $39 billion purchase of T-Mobile USA. Earlier this week, Rep. Lamar Smith (R-Tex.), chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee, urged regulators to resist what he called one-sided arguments to block AT&T’s plan to buy T-Mobile. Rep. Lamar Smith (R-Tex.) Congress.gov “Recently, you have heard …

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The 411: Should I get a BlackBerry?

Welcome to the 411, my column answering all your questions about cell phones and cell phone accessories. I receive plenty of questions about these subjects via e-mail, so I figured many of you might have similar queries, too. At times, I might solicit answers from readers if I’m stumped. Send your questions and comments to me at [email protected]. If you …

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