A look at recent tech-industry earnings
Here is a summary of recent earnings and reports for selected technology companies and what they reveal about the state of spending and the overall economy:

New ad zapper has TV networks worried about sales
The maker of a new DVR that lets consumers zap away broadcast TV commercials at the touch of a button suggested Tuesday that the networks are being short-sighted in opposing the technology.

Mammoth 'Butchered' by Ancient Man
A young woolly mammoth, found remarkably well preserved in the tundra in Siberia, may have been attacked by lions -- but scientists say there are signs it was then butchered by ancient humans.

Dell 1Q profit, 2Q outlook miss estimates
Shares of Dell Inc. fell sharply in aftermarket trading Tuesday after the computer maker posted disappointing first-quarter results and forecast weak sales in its fiscal second quarter.

Pinterest: 5 Ways to Use the Social Site
Pinterest has taken the Internet by storm. Here are five ways to use the social pinning site.

Summary Box: Google takes control at Motorola
DONE DEAL: Google has completed its $12.5 billion acquisition of device maker Motorola Mobility nine months after the deal was announced. The companies had to wait until regulators were satisfied Google Inc. wouldn't be able use Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. to stifle competition in the smartphone market.