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• Should Microsoft offer a free trial of Windows 7?

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 23:09

  Yesterday I asked the question “Do you actually want a cracked Windows 7?” and it’s provoked some substantial debate.  One very interesting comment came back this evening saying… I’m not paying that much for an OS that I can...

• ZF05 gives us one more reason to use unique passwords

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 22:45

  Some big names in the security conference circuit have fallen victim to security breaches. Learn from their mistakes. by Chad Perrin...

• Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade and Family Pack Pricing Announced

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 22:22

  Microsoft today announced the pricing for Windows Anytime Upgrade (WAU) and Family Packs with Windows 7. Windows Anytime Upgrade Pack Details: The Windows Anytime Upgrade Pack will allow a user to upgrade from their existing SKU to a higher one. (For exa...

• Windows 7: Early Adopter Tells All - PC World

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 21:47

  Windows 7: Early Adopter Tells AllPC WorldMany companies are forsaking Windows 7 and sticking with Windows XP; some are just starting to plan for Windows 7, but are in no rush; some are in the ......

• Microsoft reveals Windows 7 Windows Anytime Upgrade and Family Pack details

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 21:16

  I've been waiting on this announcement so I could update my WUA feature focus for RTM; I'll do that over the weekend. Here's the scoop: Most people buy a PC preinstalled with the edition of Windows that meets their unique needs. However, f...

• Chrome Updates, Adds Themes, Better Windows 7 Support - Lifehacker

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 21:15

  Ghacks Technology NewsChrome Updates, Adds Themes, Better Windows 7 SupportLifehacker... views The latest developer builds of Google Chrome enable extensions by default, add support for skins, and even improve compatibility with Windows 7. ...Google Chrom...

• Windows 7 Media Center Will Support Netflix - PC Magazine

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 21:02

  Windows 7 Media Center Will Support NetflixPC MagazineBut if you're using any version of Windows 7? No dice. There are several work-arounds developed by the enthusiast community, such as MyNetflix and ......

• Microsoft Kills Leaked Lenovo Activation Crack

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 21:02

  The first public crack of the RTM build of Windows 7 (6.1.7600.16385) did not survive for very long, thanks to Microsoft and Lenovo’s partnership (Pirates – 1, Microsoft – 1). Microsoft has now blacklisted the OEM key and ensured that Le...

• Windows 7 Family Pack & Anytime Upgrade Pricing Announced

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 20:48

  Microsoft has now released the official announcement for the Windows 7 Family Pack, a suite that will allow homes to upgrade up to three copies of Windows 7 Home Premium instead of being forced to buy individual licenses for each installation. The Family ...

• CNET News Daily Podcast: Microsoft on Zune, Windows 7 upgrade pricing - CNET News

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 20:45

  Techtree.comCNET News Daily Podcast: Microsoft on Zune, Windows 7 upgrade pricingCNET NewsBach also talked about the latest project, Natal, and bringing the already-behind schedule Windows Mobil 7 to market next year. Also on today's podcast: ...Micro...

• Review: Windows Server 2008 R2 Is Microsoft's Best-Ever Server OS - ChannelWeb

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 20:11

  Review: Windows Server 2008 R2 Is Microsoft's Best-Ever Server OSChannelWebThe most highlighted features by Microsoft are those that improve Hyper-V and integrate the virtualization capabilities of Windows 7. ...and more »...

• Spam shows no decline: How are you defending your network?

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 20:05

  Spam remains a major problem, as evidenced by the July 2009 edition of the MessageLabs Intelligence Report. Blogger Paul Mah explores a couple of network methods that can be used to mitigate the effect of spam. by Paul Mah...

• Microsoft plans to use Windows 7 to raise netbook prices - Apple Insider

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 20:03

  Microsoft plans to use Windows 7 to raise netbook pricesApple InsiderWe're going to readjust those prices north [using Windows 7]." Reporting on the event, Peter Burrows of BusinessWeek wrote, "the company's goal is to raise ......

• Windows 7 Beta Expires Saturday - PC Magazine

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 19:56

  Windows 7 Beta Expires SaturdayPC MagazineUsers should consider switching to the Windows 7 release candidate or Windows Vista, Microsoft said. Microsoft first made the beta publicly available to ......

• Turn your photos into paintings with FotoSketcher.

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 19:41

  With freeware FotoSketcher you can create stunning images to make original gifts for your friends or relatives. Create birthday cards, season’s greetings stationary or simply print your work of art and hang it on the wall. Different styles...

• Research clients before agreeing to work with them

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 19:37

  Meredith Little discusses the reasons for and the benefits of researching potential clients. She also advises on where to go for information that will help you determine if you should accept that new contract. by Meredith Little...

• Windows Anytime Upgrade and Family Pack Pricing Announced

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 19:26

  Microsoft has announced the Windows Anytime Upgrade pricing for Windows 7. Windows 7 Starter to Windows 7 Home Premium: $79.99 Windows 7 Home Premium to Windows 7 Professional: $89.99 Windows 7 Home Premium to Windows 7 Ultimate: $139.99* Microsoft has a...

• Beware the gotchas in Microsoft Windows 7 upgrade, family pack pricing

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 19:24

  On July 31, Microsoft went public with two key pieces of Windows 7 pricing information it had been holding back: The cost of its Family Pack and Anytime Upgrade licenses. My blogging colleague Ed Bott has all the gory details on both, as well as a couple ...

• Microsoft Blacklists Leaked Windows 7 OEM Key, Unveils Family Pack ... - DailyTech

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 18:43

  DailyTechMicrosoft Blacklists Leaked Windows 7 OEM Key, Unveils Family Pack ...DailyTechWindows 7 anytime upgrade will allow for customers to move up to a fancier version of Windows 7 much more cheaply. (Source: Microsoft) Microsoft is also ......

• Will society always need us geeks?

  Created: Friday, 31 July 2009 18:36

  60 Minutes' Steve Kroft talks with tech industry insiders about the increasing complexity of our gadgetry and the IT support industry that it has spawned. Yet, Bill Detwiler wonders if society's need for support techs will eventually wane or at least shif...