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Microsoft Readies Super Tuesday of Patches

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:29:00 -0800

Six security updates will post next week, addressing 15 separate vulnerabilities.

Microsoft Store Slow to Deliver Windows 7

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:17:00 -0800

Analysis: In one case, "overnight delivery" of a customer's Windows 7 Family Pack means the delivery might take 7 to 10 days.

Windows 7 Could Make Microsoft the GM of Software

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:00:00 -0800

A management consultant says Windows 7's success could be the worst thing to happen to Microsoft.

Droid Likely to Boster Android Games

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:02:00 -0800

Developers are intrigued by some of the extras in Droid that will allow new creativity with game design.

Linux Will Kill Windows, Says Former Microsoftie

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0800

It's not just the Linux faithful who are predicting the demise of Windows -- an ex-Microsoft employee believes that "proprietary software is eventually going to be doomed."

Is Windows 7 a Panacea for Vista — or Pure Puffery?

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0800

To get technology to work effectively — including Windows 7 — it takes commitment on a company’s part, not just a superior product. Here’s how to get average working folks on board.

Switchers Guide: Moving From Windows to the Mac

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:30:31 -0800

[Editors' note: We asked Harry McCracken, the former editor of PC World and the editor of the Technologizer blog, to write a guide to switching to the Mac from...

Switchers Guide: Move Your Files From PC to Mac

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:30:28 -0800

If you've been using a Windows PC but now want to move to a Mac, you likely have files--documents, PDFs, photos, music, and videos--that you want to bring with...

Switchers Guide: Getting Used to OS X

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:30:25 -0800

Though neither Microsoft nor Apple would care to admit it, Windows and OS X are in many ways strikingly similar. That's good news for switchers: If you're...

Switchers Guide: Moving Hardware and Software to Mac

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:30:22 -0800

When you're switching from a Windows PC to a Mac, there's one piece of good news: Most of the peripherals you used with your PC--including printers, digital...

Switchers Guide: Understanding Mac Security

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:30:14 -0800

When it comes to security, using Windows can feel like living in the heart of a big city--the kind of place where you can install all the locks and alarms you...

Windows 7 Sales Up, But is it Really a Hit?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:36:00 -0800

Windows 7 is beating Vista's debut, but Microsoft had to discount it to fend off the growing competition.

Linux Stopped Tech Support Calls from My Family

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:55:00 -0800

If you're the default technical support person for friends and family, switch them to Linux (yes, Linux).

Apple Woos Windows 7 Pirates on Google (Maybe)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:42:00 -0800

Based on ads that Apple is buying on Google, it appears that Apple considers Windows 7 pirates as hot potential customers for switching to a Mac.

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Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:42:00 -0800

Are Heavy Discounts Behind Window 7's Success?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:34:00 -0800

Sales of Windows 7 are through the roof — but Microsoft's bargain-basement pricing, particularly on the Home Premium Upgrade version, may be fueling the fire sale.

Four Hints About Mail and Spaces

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:30:14 -0800

In today's hints blog, I've got a grab bag of four shorter hints, of which two work in both 10.5 and 10.6, and two are 10.6 only. Three of the hints cover Mail...

Upgrade Path to Android 2.0 Uncertain

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:20:30 -0800

The release of the Droid will be the first real test of the potential for fragmentation on Android.

Are You Neglecting Your Windows Key?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:16:00 -0800

A tap of the Windows key takes you to the Start menu, where--in Vista and 7--you can start typing to dynamically search for apps, files, e-mail, and the like.

Does Windows 7 Have Contacts?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:08:00 -0800

Brian Colgin read that Windows 7 lacks an email program, but does it still store contacts?

Windows 7 Seeing 'fantastic' Sales in Japan, Says Ballmer

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:40:12 -0800

Initial sales of Windows 7, Microsoft's newest operating system, were "fantastic" in Japan and helped spur PC sales, CEO Steve Ballmer said Thursday.

Ubuntu 9.10 Cleans Windows 7's Clock

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:55:00 -0800

Five good reasons why Ubuntu (or another desktop Linux) will do everything you want to do on a computer, for a lot less trouble and money.

Microsoft Says Windows 7 Doing Well So Far

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:50:12 -0800

Microsoft executives said Windows 7 has been doing well since its launch, but declined to offer sales figures.

Huawei Promises Series of Android Phones

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:40:11 -0800

China's Huawei will release a series of mobile phones using the Google Android OS in Europe, the Asia Pacific and Latin America.

Windows 7's Unexpected 'Killer' Feature

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:42:00 -0800

Everyone loves a killer feature — but what gives Windows 7 a strong future is not what you're thinking.

Free Tools for Fine-Tuning Your Windows 7 Setup

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:45:00 -0800

No-cost apps and Web services help you set up your Windows 7 computer just the way you want it.

Introducing Macworld's Total Snow Leopard Superguide

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:00:18 -0800

Every time Apple releases a new operating system, we pull together the most essential, in-depth, and up-to-date information about the Mac OS and create a new...

HP Says Some Windows 7 Printer Drivers Are Coming

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:10:13 -0800

Some new Windows 7 users may find there are no drivers yet for their Hewlett-Packard printer.

Windows 7 Early Adoption Already Outpacing Vista's

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:10:00 -0800

Windows 7 now commands more than 3 percent of the global operating system market, according to newly released data. That's more than Vista had a full month into its release.

Apple Kills Hackintosh Netbooks with Snow Leopard Update

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:08:00 -0800

OS X 10.6.2 won't run on Intel Atom processors, cutting off a common hack to run Leopard on Netbooks.

DirectX 11 Now Available for Windows Vista

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0800

It's not just for Windows 7 anymore.

Windows 7: First Service Pack Details Emerge

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:22:00 -0800

New details have emerged regarding the first service pack for the recently released Windows 7.

Windows Finally Speaks Expats' Language

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:40:10 -0800

Windows 7 Ultimate comes with a new feature to change the interface language of the operating system.

10 Essential Windows 7 Downloads

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:06:00 -0700

A gallery of free and cheap tools will help you migrate to and settle in with Microsoft's newest operating system.

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Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:06:00 -0700

Windows 7 Upgrade Struggle Continues

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:30:00 -0700

Reception for Microsoft's newest operating system is generally positive, plus some snags and glitches in the upgrade process.

Windows 7: How Slow Can You Go?

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700

According to a PC Pro report, third-party crudware made the slowest PCs take more than twice as long to boot up as the fastest ones.

Windows Users Should Wait to Upgrade, Firm Warns

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 06:00:00 -0700

A Syracuse, N.Y.-based computer support company said today that users should wait until Microsoft works the bugs out of its new OS before upgrading to Windows 7.

Which Windows 7 Is Right for You -- 32-Bit or 64-Bit?

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:37:00 -0700

Before choosing the right version of Windows 7, one must consider a number of factors. Here's how to get the version you really need.

Delete Networked Files Without Caution Dialog

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:20:16 -0700

Today's hint is simple, effective, useful, and potentially quite dangerous--even though it neither uses Terminal nor modifies anything in the system. Instead...

Bugs & Fixes: Snow Leopard's Spelling Ignore Button Ignored

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:10:18 -0700

After updating to Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6), I noticed an odd quirk in the Spelling Checker built into Mac OS X. This is the checker used by applications such...

Will Droid Put Motorola Back On Top?

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:14:00 -0700

After a few years of Razr and Rockr remixes, Motorola may finally be getting its handset groove back.

Microsoft Touts Windows 7 Support, Despite Problems

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:30:00 -0700

Even as its engineers grapple with an "endless reboot" problem, Redmond toots its horn about 'Action Center,' Windows 7's automated troubleshooting system.

Microsoft Says Windows 7 Install Workaround Is Legal

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:00:00 -0700

Users must either have a "full" retail license of Windows XP or Vista, or assuming the Windows 7 upgrade is applied to an existing PC, that the upgrade is done on that same machine.

Obama Invites Open Source into the White House

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:30:00 -0700

Under President Obama, open-source software — like Linux and Drupal — is showing up in more and more places.

Digital Gear: Webcam, Handheld Video Camera Go HD

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:20:13 -0700

Store shelves will host cool gadgets that could be good buys as the holiday season rolls in. Some new cameras, including the Flip MinoHD from Cisco Systems and...

See Icon Previews in Folder Quick Look Windows

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:10:26 -0700

I demonstrated today's OS X hint (which works in both 10.5 and 10.6) in my latest Snow Leopard tips video, but for those who prefer their hints in the...

In Pictures: Snow Leopard vs. Windows 7

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:00:00 -0700

The newest operating systems from Apple and Microsoft go head to head.

Ultimate Showdown: Snow Leopard vs. Windows 7

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:59:00 -0700

The newest operating systems from Apple and Microsoft go head to head.

Verizon Unveils Motorola's Droid

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:00:00 -0700

Motorola's $200 handset joins the growing selection of Android-powered phones; is Apple nervous yet?

Why Ditching 'Family Guy' Deal is Good for Microsoft (and Us)

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:24:00 -0700

Maybe Microsoft was ducking the raunchy comedy, but its departure also avoids the appearance of undue influence on entertainment content.

Sneaky Fees

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:00:00 -0700

Two bucks to get a paper statement? $15 to book airline tickets online? Wireless providers, cable companies, and other firms are increasingly nickel-and-diming us to death. Here’s how to fight back.