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| Microsoft, Novell say alliance still bearing fruit | Mon, Nov 9 05:25 PM |
| The alliance between Microsoft Corp. and Novell Corp. continues to bear fruit three years after it was first signed, say the two companies, one the world's largest proprietary software vendor and the other one of the largest of open-source software. | Computerworld Windows News |
| Microsoft Expects Savings with Exchange Server 2010
(NewsFactor)
| Mon, Nov 9 01:48 PM |
| NewsFactor - Microsoft formally introduced Exchange Server 2010 Monday at the company's Tech-Ed Europe 2009 conference in Germany. According to Microsoft Business Division President Stephen Elop, customers already using the new e-mail platform are reporting significant cost savings, thanks in part to new support for low-cost attached-storage options. | Yahoo! News: Microsoft |
| Five Years Ago, Firefox Revived the Browser Market
(NewsFactor)
| Mon, Nov 9 01:46 PM |
| NewsFactor - Firefox is five years old. Five years ago, Microsoft seemed to have an absolute lock on the browser market with Internet Explorer, having long ago crushed Netscape. The browser wars were over. Or so it seemed. | Yahoo! News: Microsoft |
| Microsoft brings Silverlight to Facebook
(InfoWorld)
| Mon, Nov 9 01:45 PM |
| InfoWorld - Microsoft on Monday unveiled Microsoft SDK for Facebook Platform, enabling use of Microsoft technologies such as Silverlight and Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) in conjunction with the Facebook social platform. | Yahoo! News: Microsoft |
| Migrate to Windows 7--Slowly, Part 6: iTunes | Mon, Nov 9 01:39 PM |
| In Part 5 of my series on how to migrate to Windows 7 a little bit at a time, you learned a simple way to sync your Firefox and/or Internet Explorer bookmarks. | Computerworld Windows News |
| Dell, HP customers rage at Windows 7 upgrade delays | Mon, Nov 9 12:18 PM |
| Dell and HP customers are angry that they have not yet received the Windows 7 upgrades promised them when they purchased new PCs earlier this year, according to messages on the companies' support forums. | Computerworld Windows News |
| Yahoo 3Q lobbying expenses fall to $510K
(AP)
| Mon, Nov 9 08:46 AM |
| AP - Yahoo Inc. clamped down on its political lobbying expenses in the third quarter even as the Internet company started to muster support for its proposed partnership with rival Microsoft Corp., according to a recent disclosure form. | Yahoo! News: Microsoft |
| Firefox Turns 5: Happy Birthday Firefox!
(PC World)
| Mon, Nov 9 08:25 AM |
| PC World - On November 9, 2004, Mozilla's Firefox 1.0 debuted and quickly became a serious contender in the ongoing browser wars. At the time, Microsoft's Internet Explorer dominated the market with a 99 percent market share. Five years later, Internet Explorer still reigns at 65 percent, but Firefox comes in second with an impressive 23 percent. | Yahoo! News: Microsoft |
| Windows 7 Planning Tools Ease the Upgrade Process | Mon, Nov 9 06:49 AM |
| Businesses planning a move to Windows 7 need a more rigorous planning and assessment tool than the consumer-grade Upgrade Advisor. The early success of the operating system notwithstanding, you need to do some due diligence up front to determine if the existing hardware and software you rely on will work with the new operating system. If you only have a handful of systems to assess the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor should do the trick. For larger deployments, the more appropriate tool is the Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit 4.0--or MAP. | Computerworld Windows News |
| Windows 7 For Less: Where to Find Discounts
(PC World)
| Mon, Nov 9 06:47 AM |
| PC World - If you're still thinking about stepping to Windows 7, but are appalled by the usual pricing, you might want to check out some special deals now available from Microsoft and some of its retail partners. Each of these offers comes with some catches, though. | Yahoo! News: Microsoft |
| Microsoft to buy SourceGear assets
(AP)
| Mon, Nov 9 06:15 AM |
| AP - Microsoft Corp. said Monday it will buy some assets of SourceGear LLC that will bolster its software design products. | Yahoo! News: Microsoft |
| Review: 3 Windows 7 touch-screen laptops | Mon, Nov 9 03:00 AM |
| We review 3 new touch-screen laptops from Fujitsu, HP and Lenovo that take advantage of Microsoft Windows 7's touch-friendly infrastructure. | Computerworld Windows News |
| Image gallery: 3 Windows 7 touch-screen laptops | Mon, Nov 9 03:00 AM |
| We review 3 new touch-screen notebooks that take advantage of Microsoft Windows 7's touch-friendly infrastructure. | Computerworld Windows News |
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| PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| HP Mini 110-1134CL | |
| The HP Mini 110-1134CL blends a snazzy design and more than seven hours of battery life for less than $350.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| HP Proliant ML330 G6 | |
| While it isn't much to look at in this age of sleek computers, HP's Proliant ML330 G6 makes up for that with great server performance and room for future expansion.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| HP G60-533cl | |
| Except for Windows 7, Costco and HP's 15.6-inch HP G60-533cl hasn't changed since July.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| Mio Moov M400 | |
| The Moov M400 will appeal to many given its rock-bottom price, but Mio cuts too many corners along the way, and delivers a GPS that's difficult to use.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| TomTom XXL 540-S | |
| The TomTom XXL 540-S isn't the flashiest device on the market, but it offers a larger-than-average screen and comprehensive routing capabilities at a reasonable price.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| Identity Finder Professional Edition 4.0 | |
| Identity Finder locates personal data and either encrypts it or wipes it out. Spyware (or an actual spy) won't find anything to steal.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| Dell Studio 1555 (S1555-4285MBU) | |
| With its long-lasting battery, useful feature set, and functional design, the Studio 1555 is a smart choice for budget shoppers searching for something between a desktop replacement and a mainstream laptop.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| Dell Inspiron 546 (i546-4354nbk) | |
| The Dell Inspiron i546-4354nbk is a decent second or third PC for the home. It's a solid entry-level desktop with monitor combo at an entry-level price-and sometimes that's all you need.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| Acer Aspire 7736Z-4809 | |
| The Acer Aspire 7736Z-4809 is a 17-inch media center for those looking to save, but not for those looking for strong performance or graphics prowess.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
| Acer Aspire AS8940-6865 | |
| The Acer Aspire AS8940-6865 has the performance and feature goods, delivered to you at an affordable price.
 | PCMag.com: New Product Reviews |
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| PC World Latest Technology News |
| First iPhone Worm Rick Rolls the Land Down Under | Mon, Nov 9 09:00 PM |
An Australian, Rick-rolling iPhone worm is now spreading internationally. Bloggers admire their new Rick Astley wallpaper, complete with "ikee is never gonna give you up" macro.
 | PC World Latest Technology News |
| Google Gets Gizmo5, Strengthens Its VoIP Stance | Mon, Nov 9 08:00 PM |
Today, if the rumors are true, Google becomes a full point to point VoIP provider — here's how.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| China's SMIC Appoints New CEO as Chang Resigns | Mon, Nov 9 07:40 PM |
SMIC, China's biggest chip maker, replaced its longtime CEO just one day after settling a major intellectual property lawsuit with Taiwanese rival TSMC.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Fox News Considers Google Snub | Mon, Nov 9 07:00 PM |
Rupert Murdoch says he may make his sites invisible to Google and other news aggregators. Good luck with that, Sir Rupe.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| New BlackBerry Developer Tools Will Benefit Users | Mon, Nov 9 06:10 PM |
RIM’S enhancements to the BlackBerry SDK kit will help developers produce richer apps and provide some useful new services to consumers.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Verizon Ad Sticks It to AT&T, Talks Up iPhone | Mon, Nov 9 06:00 PM |
Verizon's latest ad talks up the iPhone's strengths. Can it be that the rumors of a Verizon iPhone in the works are true?
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Nokia's Charger Recall Just the Latest Tech Do-Over | Mon, Nov 9 05:53 PM |
Analysis: Here's a recent brief history of electronics recalls and official oops experiences.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Motorola Droid: Updates Coming Soon? | Mon, Nov 9 05:50 PM |
The Motorola Droid may only be a few days old, but Verizon is said to already be cooking up updates for the Android-based device.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Google Gobbles AdMob as Latest Expansion | Mon, Nov 9 05:37 PM |
Analysis: AdMob buyout is Google's third this year, and its acquisitions offer clues to future products and strategy.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Google, Plaintiffs Blow Book Search Settlement Deadline | Mon, Nov 9 05:26 PM |
UPDATE: Judge grants Google, Authors Guild, and publishers more time to revise their Book Search lawsuit settlement deal.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Apple Releases Security Update 2009-006 for Leopard | Mon, Nov 9 04:20 PM |
Monday was a busy day for Apple updates. Along with the release of Snow Leopard 10.6.2 comes a security update for users of OS X 10.5.8 and OS X Server 10.5.8.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Google's Purchase of Skype Rival Gizmo5 Could Benefit You | Mon, Nov 9 04:17 PM |
Google tends to shake up markets, so acquiring a VoIP vendor may mean cheaper and more accessible telecommunications.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Apple Posts Wireless Keyboard Update 2.0 | Mon, Nov 9 03:40 PM |
If you're using an Apple Wireless Keyboard with OS X 10.5.8 or later, you'll want to install the Wireless Keyboard Update 2.0 from Apple. Released on Monday, the...
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Three Top Linux Options for Your Netbook | Mon, Nov 9 03:12 PM |
If you feel Windows 7 Starter is too limited, here are three Linux distros that may suit you better.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Three Top Linux Options for Your Netbook | Mon, Nov 9 03:11 PM |
If you feel Windows 7 Starter is too limited, here are three Linux distros that may suit you better.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Google Bets on Mobile Advertising with AdMob Purchase | Mon, Nov 9 03:04 PM |
Google's mammoth $750 billion purchase of mobile advertising company AdMob signals a new era in online advertising. Google is looking to take its online search advertising success to its Android mobile platform and create a new lucrative revenue stream.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
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| Sprint to Lay off More Than 2,000 | Mon, Nov 9 02:50 PM |
Sprint plans to lay off 2,000 to 2,500 workers by the end of the year.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Apple Releases Mac OS X 10.6.2 | Mon, Nov 9 02:40 PM |
On Monday, Apple released Mac OS X 10.6.2, the latest update to its Mac OS X operating system. As you might surmise, it contains a number of fixes and feature...
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| EU Issues Objections to Oracle's Sun Acquisition | Mon, Nov 9 02:40 PM |
The European Commission has issued its "statement of objections" over Oracle's planned acquisition of Sun Microsystems, Sun said Monday.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Top 20 Tech Underdogs | Mon, Nov 9 02:17 PM |
A countdown of the top 20 products and technologies that try harder.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| New Epicor Program Seeks to Hold Down ERP Project Costs | Mon, Nov 9 01:10 PM |
Epicor on Monday announced a new program wherein the vendor and customers will share the savings or overruns on ERP projects.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Apple Rejects App Because of Politician Caricatures | Mon, Nov 9 12:50 PM |
You a fan of Mad Libs? Try this one on for size: Apple on [day] rejected an iPhone app devoted to [phrase] for [ridiculous reason].
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Shazam Rolls out Paid Encore App, Changes Free App | Mon, Nov 9 12:20 PM |
Nothing in life is ever free--or perhaps it's best said that nothing's free forever. Shazam, makers of the free iPhone app that single-handedly ruins...
| PC World Latest Technology News |
| Eighth Person Charged With Passport Snooping | Mon, Nov 9 12:10 PM |
A Washington, D.C., woman pleads guilty to a charge related to passport snooping at the State Department.
| PC World Latest Technology News |
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| Does Windows 7 Have Contacts? | Mon, Nov 9 06:10 AM |
| This is one of those things you might want to pass along to the people you support.
Yes. Fortunately, it does. The Contacts program is... | Windows Central Forums |
| Cisco Software Takes On Microsoft, IBM | Mon, Nov 9 05:35 AM |
| Cisco is not messing around. Period!
If Cisco wasn't making enough enemies with its string of bold acquisitions and a brazen push into the... | Windows Central Forums |
| Verizon puts iPhone on the Island of Misfit Toys | Mon, Nov 9 05:33 AM |
| LOL! That's fantastic!
AT&T might be suing Verizon for misrepresenting its network in ads, but that doesn't seem to have dissuaded Big Red... | Windows Central Forums |
| Firefox Tops Vulnerability List | Mon, Nov 9 05:32 AM |
| Yes it does....
Application security vendor Cenzic today released its security trends report for the first half of 2009 application. In it,... | Windows Central Forums |
| Microsoft COFEE -Leaked | Sun, Nov 8 09:34 PM |
| Not good, not good at all...
It was one of the most sought after applications on the Internet until it was leaked earlier today. And now... | Windows Central Forums |
| Adding Flip 3D to Windows 7's Taskbar | Sun, Nov 8 11:19 AM |
| This is taken directly from the folks over at on10.net - Blogs.
The Windows7News blog has a handy tip on how you can add Windows 7s Flip... | Windows Central Forums |
| The Stupid Geek Tricks to Hide Extra Windows Edition | Sun, Nov 8 07:08 AM |
| Nifty (yep, my new favorite word) little trick this week.
One of my favorite little features in Windows 7 is the shortcut key combination... | Windows Central Forums |
| 'Streaming' Microsoft Office 2010? | Sun, Nov 8 06:21 AM |
| Interesting idea and I have to say, a welcomed change.
Click-to-Run is a new technology Microsoft are introducing to allow you to test out... | Windows Central Forums |
| How Google uses Linux | Sun, Nov 8 06:08 AM |
| Interesting article.
There may be no single organization which runs more Linux systems than Google. But the kernel development community... | Windows Central Forums |
| UltraVNC 1.0.8.0 | Sun, Nov 8 06:00 AM |
| Updated for those who use it.
UltraVNC is a powerful, easy to use and free software that can display the screen of another computer (via... | Windows Central Forums |
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