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Pre-Order the Zune HD
Here it comes! Microsoft and three online retailers are open today for pre-orders of the Zune HD in both 16 GB (black, $220) and 32 GB (platinum, $290) variants. Here are the links (some aren't available yet for some reason)... »
Criminals will soon target smartphones - Computerworld
Siliconrepublic.com Criminals will soon target smartphones Computerworld As smartphones become more popular, they're going to get some unwanted attention from criminals, Google's head of Android security said Wednesday. ... »
Microsoft Security Advisory (973882): Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Active Template Library (ATL) Could Allow Remote Code Execution - 8/11/2009
Revision Note: V2.0 (August 11, 2009): Advisory revised to add entries in the Updates related to ATL section to communicate the release of Microsoft Security Bulletin MS09-037, Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Active Template Library (ATL) Could Allow Remote Code Execution, and the rerelease of Microsoft Security Bulletin MS09-035, Vulnerabilities in Visual Studio Active Template Library... »
What is Happening to Windows 7?
John Dvorack shoots for the gutter in his latest missive . Maybe this is just what he does now, I don't know. Blame the tricky upgrade process—and, by extension, the Registry—for the backlash against Windows 7. »
Going Google: It’s not a slam dunk yet, sorry
Google has started up an interesting ad campaign in four major US cities (including Boston) in which it touts the benefits and simplicity of moving to Google Apps. Here's some info about this from the Official Google Blog: Every morning, millions of people wake up to a very refreshing experience at work. »
Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode RC
Microsoft has updated its virtualization solution for Windows 7 to the release candidate (RC) milestone: Windows Virtual PC provides the capability to run multiple Windows environments such as Windows XP Mode from your Windows 7 desktop. »
Misunderstandings abound about the ‘Windows Phones’ branding. Head’s up: Nothing has changed. Nothing.
I guess it's not just the desktop version of Windows that people are confused about these days. But at least this time it's not Microsoft's fault. Over the past few days, a number of news reports have sprung up claiming that Microsoft was getting rid of the Windows Mobile brand and was changing... »
Microsoft kills Windows 7 E Editions
Microsoft: In the wake of last week's developments, as well as continuing feedback on Windows 7 E that we have received from computer manufacturers and other business partners, I'm pleased to report that we will ship the same version of Windows 7 in Europe in October that we will ship in the rest... »
Microsoft reveals Windows 7 Windows Anytime Upgrade and Family Pack details
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, for some customers their needs may change over time. »
Microsoft’s Zune continues to struggle
I think we all realize the Zune isn't exactly setting the world on fire. But in these days leading up to the release of the Zune HD, things have apparently gotten worse than ever »