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1. Windows 7 Starter Edition: The best version of Windows yet

   (Software/Software Features)

   Tuesday, 13 October 2009

   ... finally listened with Windows 7 and it is leaner than Windows Vista.   But the leanest version of Windows 7 is starter edition, it is also the least expensive, and yet I’ve been told that retailers ...

2. Windows, users, guns and stupidity

   (Software/Software Opinion)

   Monday, 12 October 2009

   ... (and often alpha) versions and I have never lost any data due to a machine crash. Even under Windows ME or Vista. Now, that obviously makes me either very clever indeed, or amazingly-lucky, or – as ...

3. Windows 7 boots fast enough for normal people

   (Software/Software Opinion)

   Sunday, 11 October 2009

   ... Vista'. 'Even worse than Vista' has become the lazy writer’s marketingspeak for something less desirable than syphilis or about as good looking as a 55 Chevy after it’s been through a car crusher. With ...

4. Microsoft rolls out Windows 7 to MSDN and TechNet

   (Software/Software Features)

   Thursday, 06 August 2009

   ... in an official blog post. The full version of Windows 7 Home Premium is priced at $200, while an upgrade from Vista or XP will cost $120. Windows 7 Professional is expected to retail for $300, with upgrade ...

5. It just won’t die: Windows 7 XP Mode RC released

   (Software/Software Features)

   Tuesday, 04 August 2009

   Windows 7 is Microsoft’s savior to delete the Windows Vista disaster from its memory. But while Windows 7 will undoubtedly replace Windows Vista very quickly, Microsoft knows that it will be different ...

6. Microsoft confirms Windows 7 is done

   (Software/Software Features)

   Wednesday, 22 July 2009

     Microsoft officially signed off on Windows Vista SE 7 and released the code of the software to manufacturing. The RTM code will be available for select customers and developers beginning on August ...

7. Windows 7 faces an upgrade uphill struggle

   (Software/Software Features)

   Monday, 13 July 2009

   A survey of 20,000 IT administrators has revealed that one in three organizations has no plans to deploy Windows 7. A survey of 20,000 IT administrators has revealed that one in three organizations has ...

8. TG Daily’s Dads and Grads Product Giveaway: Play along and win!

   (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

   Friday, 19 June 2009

   ... subscription to fantasyfootballsherpa.com , just in time for upcoming fantasy football season and draft! V istaPrint Professional Website Package : With the VistaPrint Website solution, dads and grads ...

9. Win 7 Upgrade: One step forward, two steps back

   (Software/Software Features)

   Wednesday, 08 April 2009

   Windows 7 Beta testers are being encouraged by Microsoft to downgrade to Vista prior to installing the next Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) for testing. Microsoft is actually pleading with users to do ...

10. Texas Senate severely limits Vista purchasing for gov computers

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

    Friday, 03 April 2009

    An uncontested rider was added yesterday to the Texas budget by Senator Juan Hinojosa. If passed, it would severely limit the ability of government officials to purchase Vista (or equipment with Vista) ...

11. Dell unleashes its Macbook Air rival Adamo

    (Mobility/Mobility Features)

    Tuesday, 17 March 2009

    ... as far as their hardware components are concerned. The base model comes with a 1.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 processor, 2 GB of DDR3 memory, a 128 GB SSD, Windows Vista 64-bit and integrated graphics ...

12. Wonderwall.com reveals Microsoft's hand: Aces and eights

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Opinion)

    Thursday, 05 February 2009

    ... to 88% today - just over three years later, and while Vista sales have not lived up to original expectations and are even cited as causing part of the DRAM industry's current financial woes, Microsoft ...

13. Computers: Changing from power to experience

    (Hardware/Hardware Opinion)

    Sunday, 23 November 2008

    ... I'll bet that may force a move away from Exchange, if that isn't fixed before the company moves. This isn't really about Vista vs. Mac; this is about the ecosystem that has come up around the Mac and the ...

14. Malware on PCs on the rise, but there is good news as well

    (Trendwatch/Trendwatch Features)

    Monday, 03 November 2008

    ... with Vista and a 64-bit version of the operating system. Chicago (IL) - Microsoft released another edition of its Microsoft Security Intelligence Report (MSIR), one of the most comprehensive reports on ...

15. Microsoft promises Windows 7 beta for early 2009

    (Software/Software Features)

    Tuesday, 28 October 2008

    ... multi-touch and DirectX 2D acceleration. While the company stuck to previous information that Windows 7 will be rolled out three years after Vista, the company confirmed that Windows 7 Beta will be ...

16. Leaked memo offers a peek inside Steve Ballmer's head

    (Software/Software Features)

    Sunday, 27 July 2008

    The Microsoft CEO has Apple, Yahoo and Google in his sights and will deliver a $300 million ad campaign to address any lingering doubts about Vista. He will try to copy-cat Apple's vertically integrated approach; ...

17. Survey predicts upgrade disaster for Windows Vista

    (Software/Software Features)

    Wednesday, 23 July 2008

      Microsoft painted a rosy picture of increasing Windows Vista demand during its most recent quarter conference call, but the reality may look different, if the results of a survey of systems management appliance ...

18. Microsoft deals Office Service Pack for Mac

    (Software/Software Features)

    Tuesday, 13 May 2008

    Microsoft has unveiled its first Service Pack for the Mac version of Office 2008, adding new features and security enhancements to the Apple-specific release of the productivity software suite.  ...

19. Microsoft’s forensic thumb drive not as evil as first thought

    (Security/Security Features)

    Wednesday, 30 April 2008

    ... protections like Vista’s BitLocker. So there you have it – Microsoft basically created a USB thumbdrive with a bunch of pre-existing security tools and probably goosed it up with a dialog box interface ...

20. Understanding your products and your customers: A short essay on the obvious

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Opinion)

    Monday, 21 April 2008

    ... running on her/his computer? Well, yes, because I loaded a little utility that comes with Vista (and XP) called Task Manager - that's why. Did I mention that my four month old computer has a dual-core ...

21. Windows XP SP3 goes RTM

    (Trendwatch/Trendwatch Features)

    Monday, 21 April 2008

    ... toward Windows Vista, it is experiencing a longer shelf life than Microsoft had planned.  However, a fourth XP service pack is not currently expected. According to the Windows XP SP3 White Paper, ...

22. Intel fires up new Atom processors

    (Hardware/Hardware Features)

    Tuesday, 01 April 2008

    ... name of “SCH” and has its origins in the 915 (including the ICH M7 southbridge) chipset. This chipset was has been heavily discussed in the Windows Vista Capable Class action lawsuit, as it is considered ...

23. UPDATE: Asus goes HDMI crazy with new sound cards

    (Hardware/Hardware Features)

    Thursday, 28 February 2008

    ... all the problems that came with the Windows Vista audio driver model. Professional sound card gets triple-HDMI interface   Sound enthusiasts may be more interested in a product that is currently ...

24. Windows Vista SP1 RTM available via MLVS

    (Software/Software Features)

    Saturday, 09 February 2008

    Microsoft beta testers and volume licensing customers are getting early access the Vista SP1: The service pack is now available via the manufacturer’s Volume License Services (MLVS), according to ...

25. Vista SP1 already leaked on the Net

    (Software/Software Features)

    Thursday, 07 February 2008

    We knew it was going to happen… Microsoft’s Windows vista Service Pack 1 has already been leaked onto Bittorrent sites around the globe.  The release to manufacturing (RTM) version ...

26. Microsoft releases Windows Vista SP1 to manufacturing

    (Software/Software Features)

    Monday, 04 February 2008

    The first significant update for Windows Vista is on its way to the consumer. SP1 is in production now and will be available to users in March. Microsoft also announced the release of manufacturing of ...

27. Judge extends Microsoft vs. DOJ consent decree by at least two years

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

    Wednesday, 30 January 2008

    ... recognized our extensive efforts to work cooperatively with the large number of government agencies involved.  We built Windows Vista in compliance with these rules, and we will continue to adhere ...

28. A virtualized Windows Vista for $23 per year

    (Software/Software Features)

    Tuesday, 22 January 2008

    ... will include products such as Windows Vista, the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack, Windows Vista Enterprise Centralized Desktop and Terminal Services in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 for virtualization ...

29. Windows Vista successor scheduled for a H2 2009 release?

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

    Wednesday, 16 January 2008

    Several industry sources have confirmed to TG Daily that a very early version of Windows 7, previously code-named Blackcomb Vienna, already has been shipped to “key partners” as a “Milestone ...

30. U.S. Army introducing Macs into server arsenal

    (Trendwatch/Trendwatch Features)

    Wednesday, 26 December 2007

    ... comments] indicates that Mac OS X is less secure than Windows XP or Vista.  An average of 20+ flaws were found each month with OS X, compared to less than 4 flaws per month with Windows.  It ...

31. Firefox jumps to version 2.0.0.9

    (Software/Software Features)

    Friday, 02 November 2007

    ... just fix a couple minor performance problems that arose with the security patches in 2.0.0.8. Among the fixes are clearer Java error messages in Windows Vista, disabling add-ons by default after a new ...

32. TG Video: Wirelessly hacking Gmail and more - tutorial

    (Security/Security Features)

    Thursday, 11 October 2007

    ... card to access the Internet. •    Attacking laptop – Windows 2000,XP or Vista •    Victim laptop – Can be any OS including Linux and Macs.  Will ...

33. Justice Dept., states split on Microsoft's behavior

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Brief)

    Thursday, 30 August 2007

    ... The group pointed out Thursday that earlier this year Microsoft released Vista, a new version of its Windows operating system. "Termination of the final judgment means ... plaintiffs will not be able ...

34. Google wants government to extend oversight of Microsoft

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

    Tuesday, 26 June 2007

    ... Microsoft.  The search engine giant believes Microsoft will not honor its promise to add new search options in the Vista operating system and wants the Justice Department to take a closer look into ...

35. Microsoft to allow third-party desktop search in Vista

    (Software/Software Features)

    Wednesday, 20 June 2007

    Microsoft has agreed to change how Vista does its desktop search in response to a complaint by Google. Redmond (WA) – Microsoft has agreed to change how Vista does its desktop search in response ...

36. U.S. backs Microsoft against Google complaint: report

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Brief)

    Monday, 11 June 2007

    ... Google accused Microsoft of designing its Vista operating system to discourage use of Google's desktop search program, lawyers involved in the case told the Times. Read the complete story here.  ...

37. The UMPC dies. And no one notices.

    (Trendwatch/Trendwatch Features)

    Thursday, 03 May 2007

    ... idea of the mainstream UMPC altogether. While customers would expect a $500 UMPC that runs Windows Vista’s AeroGlass interface just as fast as dual-core notebook, a permanent connection to the Internet, ...

38. Analyst opinion: Is Apple lying?

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Opinion)

    Friday, 09 February 2007

    Coinciding with the Vista launch, Apple had placed a well done campaign to disparage Windows and showcase the Mac. Bill Gates, uncharacteristically, reacted by calling Steve Jobs a liar. Coinciding with ...

39. A Vista upgrade nightmare

    (Software/Software Opinion)

    Wednesday, 31 January 2007

    By now, if you are somewhat interested in your PC, you have heard all about Vista. And considering all the goodies the software brings, you can't tell me that you aren't planning to ditch that ...

40. AMD releases Windows Vista graphics driver for ATI cards

    (Hardware/Hardware Features)

    Monday, 29 January 2007

    ATI has posted the final version of its first Windows Vista certified graphics driver on its website. Catalyst 7.1 promises a broad range of features supporting the new Vista Driver Model. Markham (ON) ...

41. Windows Vista hits the Internet

    (Software/Software Features)

    Monday, 29 January 2007

    Windows Vista is scheduled for official launch tomorrow. Several online stores, however, have made the operating system available for order over the weekend and promise to deliver the Vista package by ...

42. Windows Vista security flaw uncovered

    (Hardware/Hardware Features)

    Wednesday, 27 December 2006

    Even though it has not yet been released to consumers, a security flaw has been spotted in the Windows Vista operating system, which the Associated Press is calling the first one to plague Microsoft's ...

43. Windows Vista will create 100,000 new jobs, says Microsoft

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

    Monday, 11 December 2006

    ... availability of Windows Vista will create 100,000 new jobs and generate $70 billion in sales. Redmond (WA) - Microsoft new operating system will have an immediate impact on the U.S. economy when it ...

44. Windows Vista to make PCs 20% more expensive, says iSuppli

    (Hardware/Hardware Features)

    Friday, 08 December 2006

    The introduction of Windows Vista will have an immediate impact on the investment that is required to build a PC. The often discussed memory upgrade that is required to achieve a decent Windows Vista ...

45. Preparing for Windows Vista

    (Software/Software Opinion)

    Wednesday, 06 December 2006

    Rob Enderle, principal analyst at the Enderle Group, has been playing with Windows Vista for some time and gives real world advice to users waiting for the operating system. Before you sink $160 or more ...

46. Windows Vista Ultimate for $3.50

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

    Monday, 04 December 2006

    Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system will not launch until January 30, but software pirates around the world are already churning out illegal copies of the recently released RTM Vista. Often these ...

47. Windows Vista shipments estimated at 90 million for first year

    (Business and Law/Business and Law Features)

    Wednesday, 29 November 2006

    IDC today released first projections of Windows Vista's likely impact on the existing Windows market. The market research firm believes that 90 million units will be installed next year. But only the ...

48. Vista RTM downloads on Bittorrent

    (Hardware/Hardware Brief)

    Monday, 13 November 2006

      It hasn't even been out of the nest a full week yet, but already those nefarious software pirates who drive prices up for everyone else have taken the little birdie known as Windows Vista and begun ...

49. Office 2007 spins to gold status

    (Hardware/Hardware Features)

    Monday, 06 November 2006

    ... will be complementary to Windows Vista, Microsoft's new operating system, which will launch both its business and consumer versions alongside Office 2007. Office 2007 pricing is set to range from $149 ...

50. Nvidia releases WHQL HD driver, ATI first to offer Vista RTM driver

    (Hardware/Hardware Features)

    Friday, 03 November 2006

    ... for the final version Windows Vista out the door. Nvidia and ATI have updated their graphics drivers with two distinct features: Nvidia is now offering HD DVD and Blu-ray playback capability with Purevideo ...