October 27, 2008 (Computerworld)
Starting Thursday,
operating systems available for free download.
The updated Version 8.10 desktop operating system will add a host of usability features for users, including improved 3G wireless support for easier detection and connection to wireless networks.
Also included is a new "guest" capability that allows a user to lend his machine to another user to check e-mail and perform other tasks without disturbing Read the rest of this entry »
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CNET News.com
On the outside, the Windows version of the XO laptop looks just like the Linux model. But simply booting up the device shows the Windows version bears little resemblance to the original One Laptop per Child device.
The Microsoft version offers Windows, and can run basically any software that can adjust itself to the mini-laptop's diminutive screen and modest processor.
Microsoft has managed to slim down the OS enough Read the rest of this entry »
"When it comes to Windows CDP, there are three
types of products. The first type is replication-based CDP, such as
CommVault and Falconstor. The second type offers near-Continuous backup
protection, such as MS DPM and Symantec BackupExec. But only the third
type offers true Continuous Protection, and that's
R1Soft," said David Wartell, Vice President of
R1Soft, a division of BBS Technologies, Inc. "Users Read the rest of this entry »
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is unique among keyboards we’ve tested in that it’s designed for increased visibility. It also has a number of useful multimedia features and programmable buttons. However, a few key-related issues hamper an otherwise solid offering.
The Wired Enhanced Visibility Internet Keyboard—the WEVIK, for short—is for the most part your typical inexpensive desktop keyboard, with a standard USB connection and a body made of lightweight plastic. Read the rest of this entry »
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CNET News.com
On the outside, the Windows version of the XO laptop looks just like the Linux model. But simply booting up the device shows the Windows version bears little resemblance to the original One Laptop per Child device.
The Microsoft version offers Windows, and can run basically any software that can adjust itself to the mini-laptop's diminutive screen and modest processor.
Microsoft has managed to slim down the OS enough Read the rest of this entry »
"In a challenging economic environment, the first-quarter results exhibit the strength and diversity of our business model," said Chris Liddell, chief financial officer of Microsoft.
According to Microsoft, the company's business outlook reflects the likelihood of a continued economic slowdown, which is forecasted to continue in the second half of the fiscal year instead of improve, which was previously expected.
"In this economic environment," Read the rest of this entry »
"When it comes to Windows CDP, there are three
types of products. The first type is replication-based CDP, such as
CommVault and Falconstor. The second type offers near-Continuous backup
protection, such as MS DPM and Symantec BackupExec. But only the third
type offers true Continuous Protection, and that's
R1Soft," said David Wartell, Vice President of
R1Soft, a division of BBS Technologies, Inc. "Users Read the rest of this entry »
It's the beginning of the end for Windows Vista.
Today,
Microsoft Corp.
kicks off its marathon pitch about life after Vista, and even though the next evolution of Windows won't be ready until 2010, at the earliest, the company doesn't think it's too soon to start prepping for a bug-free launch.
Otherwise, despite the fact that Windows's toughest challengers - Linux and Apple Inc. - remain bit players in the operating system game, Microsoft Read the rest of this entry »
The LDRA tool suite has been derived from many ground-breaking testing
techniques developed by LDRA. The LDRA tool suite assists with the eight
primary tasks: traceability verification, design, code and quality
review, unit testing, target testing, test verification and test
management. Focus on all of these key areas is required to achieve an
organization's software development and maintenance goals. The LDRA Read the rest of this entry »
It's the beginning of the end for Windows Vista.
Today,
Microsoft Corp.
kicks off its marathon pitch about life after Vista, and even though the next evolution of Windows won't be ready until 2010, at the earliest, the company doesn't think it's too soon to start prepping for a bug-free launch.
Otherwise, despite the fact that Windows's toughest challengers - Linux and Apple Inc. - remain bit players in the operating system game, Microsoft Read the rest of this entry »