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United Lemur Announces Puzzllotto for IPhone
(News) United Lemur, a group of veteran Mac and iPhone developers, on Thursday announced the company's first product, Puzzllotto for...
(News) United Lemur, a group of veteran Mac and iPhone developers, on Thursday announced the company's first product, Puzzllotto for...
Delkin Offers SD-to-CF Adapter
(News) Delkin Devices on Friday announced it's shipping its Secure Digital to CompactFlash card adapter. The adapter costs US$29.99.
(News) Delkin Devices on Friday announced it's shipping its Secure Digital to CompactFlash card adapter. The adapter costs US$29.99.
The Mac Backup Band
(News) Unless you and your musical cohorts have determined to emulate legendary bands from the 1960s by holing up in a crumbling...
(News) Unless you and your musical cohorts have determined to emulate legendary bands from the 1960s by holing up in a crumbling...
Rondo MIDI Software Improves Interface
(News) FracturedSoftware on Thursday announced the release of Rondo 2.8, a free update to the MIDI player software for Mac OS X...
(News) FracturedSoftware on Thursday announced the release of Rondo 2.8, a free update to the MIDI player software for Mac OS X...
AppleScript Pro Sessions Coming to Florida
(News) AppleScript Pro Sessions are planned for April 20 - 24, 2009 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. The price starts at US$1,500.
(News) AppleScript Pro Sessions are planned for April 20 - 24, 2009 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. The price starts at US$1,500.
Kingston Ships 32GB USB Thumbdrive
(News) Kingston Technologies on Wednesday announced that it is shipping a 32GB version of its DataTraveler 150 USB flash drive. The...
(News) Kingston Technologies on Wednesday announced that it is shipping a 32GB version of its DataTraveler 150 USB flash drive. The...
Steampunk Game 'Plank' Released for IPhone
(News) Freeverse Software has released a new game for the iPhone called Plank. The game costs US$1.99 and is available for download...
(News) Freeverse Software has released a new game for the iPhone called Plank. The game costs US$1.99 and is available for download...
$10,000 IPhone Game Prize up for Grabs at Upcoming Dev Event
(News) The organizers of the Independent Games Festival (IGF) have announced a new US$10,000 prize for iPhone game development as...
(News) The organizers of the Independent Games Festival (IGF) have announced a new US$10,000 prize for iPhone game development as...
LaCie 5big Network Drive Features 7.5TB of Storage
(News) LaCie on Tuesday introduced its 5big Network, a network attached storage (NAS) system for Macs and PCs. The system can...
(News) LaCie on Tuesday introduced its 5big Network, a network attached storage (NAS) system for Macs and PCs. The system can...
Flick Bowling for IPhone
(News) Freeverse Software is launching a new line of sports titles for the iPhone, and the first out of the gate is Flick Bowling.
(News) Freeverse Software is launching a new line of sports titles for the iPhone, and the first out of the gate is Flick Bowling.
MozyPro for Mac Brings Backup to Business
(News) EMC announced Tuesday that it is expanding its Mozy online backup service with a new option targeted primarily at small...
(News) EMC announced Tuesday that it is expanding its Mozy online backup service with a new option targeted primarily at small...
Improve Readability of Notes in ICal
(News) Here's a very simple Friday tip for those of you using iCal. I like to use iCal's notes field extensively--I'll put in all the...
(News) Here's a very simple Friday tip for those of you using iCal. I like to use iCal's notes field extensively--I'll put in all the...
More Credit for Apple
(News) Recently, my colleague Chris Breen offered up some kind words for Apple regarding some of the company's contributions to his...
(News) Recently, my colleague Chris Breen offered up some kind words for Apple regarding some of the company's contributions to his...
Seagate FreeAgent Go for Mac
(News) The FreeAgent Go for Mac is an external hard drive built by storage giant Seagate that promises fast FireWire 800 transfer...
(News) The FreeAgent Go for Mac is an external hard drive built by storage giant Seagate that promises fast FireWire 800 transfer...
Finale NotePad '09 and Finale Reader Music Software Released
(News) MakeMusic has announed the release of Finale NotePad 2009 and has introduced Finale Reader. Finale NotePad costs $9.95; Finale...
(News) MakeMusic has announed the release of Finale NotePad 2009 and has introduced Finale Reader. Finale NotePad costs $9.95; Finale...
Flash Player Coming to the IPhone-perhaps
(News) Adobe's senior director of engineering told attendees at the company's Flash on the Beach conference in Brighton, England on...
(News) Adobe's senior director of engineering told attendees at the company's Flash on the Beach conference in Brighton, England on...
Nine Inch Nails Version of Tap Tap Revenge Game Coming
(News) A specially licensed version of Tapulous' hit iPhone and iPod touch game Tap Tap Revenge will be released this month, and will...
(News) A specially licensed version of Tapulous' hit iPhone and iPod touch game Tap Tap Revenge will be released this month, and will...
Kroll for IPhone
(News) Digital Legends Entertainment made a splash in June when its game, Kroll, joined a parade of 11 apps previewed on stage during...
(News) Digital Legends Entertainment made a splash in June when its game, Kroll, joined a parade of 11 apps previewed on stage during...
Netflix Promises Mac Video Support by End of Year
(News) Netflix on Wednesday promised to release a product by the end of the year which will enable Mac users to use the service's...
(News) Netflix on Wednesday promised to release a product by the end of the year which will enable Mac users to use the service's...
WD Improves Power Efficiency, Performance in 'green' Drives
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Wednesday announced that it's shipping its second generation of Caviar Green desktop hard disk drives...
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Wednesday announced that it's shipping its second generation of Caviar Green desktop hard disk drives...
IPhone Owner Survey Shows High Satisfaction
(News) We know a lot about the iPhone, but here's one thing we don't know: how do you feel about your iPhone? It's a hard thing to...
(News) We know a lot about the iPhone, but here's one thing we don't know: how do you feel about your iPhone? It's a hard thing to...
Kroll Game, Debuted at WWDC, Released for IPhone
(News) Digital Legends Entertainment on Tuesday have released Kroll, the side-scrolling action game they first debuted on stage at...
(News) Digital Legends Entertainment on Tuesday have released Kroll, the side-scrolling action game they first debuted on stage at...
FreeAgent Desk for Mac
(News) Seagate's FreeAgent Desk for Mac 1TB FireWire 800 external hard drive is designed to be a stylish storage solution for your...
(News) Seagate's FreeAgent Desk for Mac 1TB FireWire 800 external hard drive is designed to be a stylish storage solution for your...
WD Offers ShareSpace Network Storage
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Tuesday introduced the ShareSpace network storage system. It provides up to 4 terabytes (TB) of...
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Tuesday introduced the ShareSpace network storage system. It provides up to 4 terabytes (TB) of...
Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands to Get IPhone 3G in October
(News) At long last, residents of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands will join their compatriots on the U.S...
(News) At long last, residents of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands will join their compatriots on the U.S...
Namco Brings Pole Position to IPhone
(News) Namco announced Tuesday that it has released Pole Position: Remix for the iPod touch and iPhone. The game costs US$9.99 and is...
(News) Namco announced Tuesday that it has released Pole Position: Remix for the iPod touch and iPhone. The game costs US$9.99 and is...
Agents of Interpol Hidden Puzzle Game Released for IPhone
(News) TikGames has announced the release of Agents of Interpol, a casual puzzle game for the iPhone and iPod touch. It costs...
(News) TikGames has announced the release of Agents of Interpol, a casual puzzle game for the iPhone and iPod touch. It costs...
Apple and Old Equipment Recycling
(News) Given my profession (and avocation), I go through Macs relatively regularly--typically, the hardware lasts two to three years...
(News) Given my profession (and avocation), I go through Macs relatively regularly--typically, the hardware lasts two to three years...
Spore Origins Supports New IPod Nano Accelerometer
(News) The iTunes Store recently notified customers who have purchased Spore Origins for the iPod that it has been updated with a new...
(News) The iTunes Store recently notified customers who have purchased Spore Origins for the iPod that it has been updated with a new...
Kenbushi Jukebox Software Goes Multilingual
(News) Lava Software has released Kenbushi 7.5, an update to its free "digital media jukebox" for Mac OS X, Linux and Windows. The...
(News) Lava Software has released Kenbushi 7.5, an update to its free "digital media jukebox" for Mac OS X, Linux and Windows. The...
SimpleTech Intros Pro, Duo Pro External Drives
(News) SimpleTech on Monday announced it's shipping its Pro Drive and Duo Pro Drive. The external hard drives come in different...
(News) SimpleTech on Monday announced it's shipping its Pro Drive and Duo Pro Drive. The external hard drives come in different...
IPhone 3G Now Available in Brazil, South Africa, Turkey
(News) We brought you news last week that the iPhone 3G had made its way to Latvia and Lithuania, but those weren't the only...
(News) We brought you news last week that the iPhone 3G had made its way to Latvia and Lithuania, but those weren't the only...
First Look: After Effects CS4
(News) Just when you thought there was nothing more to add to After Effects, Adobe has crammed a large number of new features and...
(News) Just when you thought there was nothing more to add to After Effects, Adobe has crammed a large number of new features and...
IPhone Officially Launching in Russia in October
(News) Rejoice, for the iPhone 3G comes at last to the motherland next week. One of the last remaining major countries in the world...
(News) Rejoice, for the iPhone 3G comes at last to the motherland next week. One of the last remaining major countries in the world...
Adobe's CS4 Message
(News) As part of this week's Creative Suite 4 launch, Adobe taped a launch event Monday night that it broadcast on the Web to...
(News) As part of this week's Creative Suite 4 launch, Adobe taped a launch event Monday night that it broadcast on the Web to...
Goldfish Web Site Software Improves Leopard Support
(News) Fishbeam Software has announced the release of Goldfish 2.3, an update to its Web site creation software for Mac OS X and...
(News) Fishbeam Software has announced the release of Goldfish 2.3, an update to its Web site creation software for Mac OS X and...
Toy Bot Diaries Maker Releases Shaky Summit for IPhone
(News) Toy Bot Diaries developer Iugo Mobile Entertainment has announced the release of Shaky Summit, a new game for the iPhone and...
(News) Toy Bot Diaries developer Iugo Mobile Entertainment has announced the release of Shaky Summit, a new game for the iPhone and...
Drobo With FireWire 800
(News) When the original USB Drobo was released, it made a big splash, and even earned an Editors' Choice Award. The sturdy little...
(News) When the original USB Drobo was released, it made a big splash, and even earned an Editors' Choice Award. The sturdy little...
Beer Bounce for IPhone
(News) Search the App Store for the word "beer" and you're going to pull up more than a dozen apps, including a couple of games. For...
(News) Search the App Store for the word "beer" and you're going to pull up more than a dozen apps, including a couple of games. For...
Find Creative Inspiration Online
(News) The Web is a breeding ground of new ideas and collaborative resources--you simply need to know where to look. But while there...
(News) The Web is a breeding ground of new ideas and collaborative resources--you simply need to know where to look. But while there...
IPhone 3G Coming to Latvia, Lithuania
(News) While Estonia got the iPhone 3G in the last round of country updates back in August, the other pair of Baltic...
(News) While Estonia got the iPhone 3G in the last round of country updates back in August, the other pair of Baltic...
ScribBall Game Comes to IPhone
(News) Howling Moon Software has announced the release of ScribBall for the iPhone and iPod touch. It's available for purchase and...
(News) Howling Moon Software has announced the release of ScribBall for the iPhone and iPod touch. It's available for purchase and...
Flick Sports Bowling Game Debuts for IPhone
(News) Freeverse Software has announced the release of Flick Sports Bowling, a new game for the iPhone and iPod touch. It costs...
(News) Freeverse Software has announced the release of Flick Sports Bowling, a new game for the iPhone and iPod touch. It costs...
Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks Join CS4 Update Parade
(News) Adobe Dreamweaver has a couple of interesting new features in this update, highlighted by the addition of Live View. This new...
(News) Adobe Dreamweaver has a couple of interesting new features in this update, highlighted by the addition of Live View. This new...
Art Text 2 Adds Template Gallery, Multi-layer Support
(News) BeLight Software has released Art Text 2, an upgrade to its software for creating headings, Web graphics, buttons and logos...
(News) BeLight Software has released Art Text 2, an upgrade to its software for creating headings, Web graphics, buttons and logos...
Adobe Brings Multiple Artboards to Illustrator
(News) Among the applications updated in Adobe's Creative Suite 4 is Illustrator, the company's oldest software application. While a...
(News) Among the applications updated in Adobe's Creative Suite 4 is Illustrator, the company's oldest software application. While a...
The Indestructible Apple Store?
(News) Apple opened up five new brick-and-mortar stores this past weekend, bringing it ever closer to its goal of having 242 stores...
(News) Apple opened up five new brick-and-mortar stores this past weekend, bringing it ever closer to its goal of having 242 stores...
Crash Bandicoot Kart Game Maker Intros Raging Thunder
(News) Polarbit, the game developer that created Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart for the iPhone on behalf of Vivendi Games, has announced...
(News) Polarbit, the game developer that created Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart for the iPhone on behalf of Vivendi Games, has announced...
Apple Launches IPhone Developer University Program
(News) Want to learn all about the iPhone? Then your local college or university might just be the place to do it. Last week, Apple...
(News) Want to learn all about the iPhone? Then your local college or university might just be the place to do it. Last week, Apple...
X-Plane 9 for IPhone
(News) While my iPhone has always felt relatively fast, now I can say it really flies--and no, that's not due to the 2.1 software...
(News) While my iPhone has always felt relatively fast, now I can say it really flies--and no, that's not due to the 2.1 software...
PageSpinner Updated for Leopard
(News) Optima Systems has announced the release of PageSpinner 5.1, an update to its Web development software for Mac OS X. A free...
(News) Optima Systems has announced the release of PageSpinner 5.1, an update to its Web development software for Mac OS X. A free...
IWebTemplate Adds 11 New Rapidweaver Themes
(News) iWebTemplate has added 11 new themes to add on to Rapidweaver, RealMac's popular visual Web site creation tool. This brings...
(News) iWebTemplate has added 11 new themes to add on to Rapidweaver, RealMac's popular visual Web site creation tool. This brings...
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Comes to IPhone
(News) This week marks the release of the new game Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. The game is appearing simultaneously for multiple...
(News) This week marks the release of the new game Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. The game is appearing simultaneously for multiple...
Vay for IPhone
(News) Despite the enormous popularity of games for the iPhone and iPod touch, some genres remain relatively untouched. The role...
(News) Despite the enormous popularity of games for the iPhone and iPod touch, some genres remain relatively untouched. The role...
LaCie Intros 4big Quadra RAID
(News) LaCie on Thursday announced the 4big Quadra, a four-bay external RAID hard disk system for Macs and PCs. It's priced starting...
(News) LaCie on Thursday announced the 4big Quadra, a four-bay external RAID hard disk system for Macs and PCs. It's priced starting...
Atempo Adds Enterprise Archiving for Macs
(News) Atempo on Wednesday announced Atempo Digital Archive (ADA) for Mac. The new archive system is intended to provide Mac users...
(News) Atempo on Wednesday announced Atempo Digital Archive (ADA) for Mac. The new archive system is intended to provide Mac users...
EGo Helium Portable Hard Drive Complements MacBook Air
(News) Iomega on Wednesday announced its eGo Helium portable hard disk drive. The 320GB drive is coming in October for $149.99.
(News) Iomega on Wednesday announced its eGo Helium portable hard disk drive. The 320GB drive is coming in October for $149.99.
Asphalt 4: Elite Racing for IPhone
(News) Give Gameloft credit where it's due: Asphalt 4: Elite Racing doesn't look like some rehashed cell phone game. Instead, Asphalt...
(News) Give Gameloft credit where it's due: Asphalt 4: Elite Racing doesn't look like some rehashed cell phone game. Instead, Asphalt...
Finale PrintMusic 2009 Released
(News) MakeMusic on Tuesday released Finale PrintMusic 2009, an application that allows you to print publisher-quality sheet music.
(News) MakeMusic on Tuesday released Finale PrintMusic 2009, an application that allows you to print publisher-quality sheet music.
Studios, Tech Companies Push Unified Digital Media Standard
(News) Movie studios and technology companies have joined together to push for digital video that isn't tied to specific devices but...
(News) Movie studios and technology companies have joined together to push for digital video that isn't tied to specific devices but...
RAIDBank 4 Billed as 'world's Smallest' RAID
(News) MicroNet has introduced the RAIDBank 4, a compact RAID system intended for use by small and medium businesses. It's priced...
(News) MicroNet has introduced the RAIDBank 4, a compact RAID system intended for use by small and medium businesses. It's priced...
WD Offers 500GB My Passport Portable Drives
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Monday announced its new 500GB My Passport Portable USB hard disk drives. The external drives cost...
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Monday announced its new 500GB My Passport Portable USB hard disk drives. The external drives cost...
Vectorworks 2009 CAD Software Debuts
(News) Nemetschek North America on Monday announced the 2009 release of their Vectorworks line of design software. The products...
(News) Nemetschek North America on Monday announced the 2009 release of their Vectorworks line of design software. The products...
First Look: IPhone 2.1
(News) iPhone 2.0 brought a lot of cool features with it, but it also brought a lot of bugs. Performance was slow, calls dropped...
(News) iPhone 2.0 brought a lot of cool features with it, but it also brought a lot of bugs. Performance was slow, calls dropped...
Sonnet Intros 'Pro' Two-port ESATA ExpressCard/34
(News) MacBook Pro users looking to expand their laptops with faster external storage have a new choice from Sonnet Technologies...
(News) MacBook Pro users looking to expand their laptops with faster external storage have a new choice from Sonnet Technologies...
Western Digital Offers 500GB Laptop Drive
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Friday announced that it's shipping its Scorpion Blue 500GB 2.5-inch hard disk drive. It costs...
(News) Western Digital (WD) on Friday announced that it's shipping its Scorpion Blue 500GB 2.5-inch hard disk drive. It costs...
Freeway 5 Pro
(News) When it's time for you or your business to post a Web site, you're faced with the prospect of building it yourself or hiring a...
(News) When it's time for you or your business to post a Web site, you're faced with the prospect of building it yourself or hiring a...
Abaltat Express 2.0 Music Tool Sports New Interface
(News) Abaltat, makers of Abaltat Muse, have announced the release of Abaltat Express 2.0, a new version of their soundtrack...
(News) Abaltat, makers of Abaltat Muse, have announced the release of Abaltat Express 2.0, a new version of their soundtrack...
Magma ExpressBox7 Approved for Pro Tools HD
(News) Magma on Thursday announced that Digidesign has approved its ExpressBox7 PCI Express expansion system for use with Pro Tools...
(News) Magma on Thursday announced that Digidesign has approved its ExpressBox7 PCI Express expansion system for use with Pro Tools...
SmartMusic 11 Music Learning Software Released
(News) MakeMusic on Thursday announced the release of SmartMusic 11, a major new release of its music learning software for bands...
(News) MakeMusic on Thursday announced the release of SmartMusic 11, a major new release of its music learning software for bands...
New Apple Stores Opening in Maine, New Jersey, Ohio
(News) It's a big week for Apple's retail stores: Apple on Thursday announced plans to open three new stores this weekend on...
(News) It's a big week for Apple's retail stores: Apple on Thursday announced plans to open three new stores this weekend on...
LED Football for IPhone
(News) This is the easiest buck I've spent on the App Store in weeks. touchGrove has re-created the classic Mattel Football...
(News) This is the easiest buck I've spent on the App Store in weeks. touchGrove has re-created the classic Mattel Football...
Sonnet Intros Fusion F3 RAID
(News) Sonnet Technologies on Thursday introduced its Fusion F3 RAID storage device. The Fusion F3 will be released in October;...
(News) Sonnet Technologies on Thursday introduced its Fusion F3 RAID storage device. The Fusion F3 will be released in October;...
VMware Fusion Factors in Large Hadron Collider Computing
(News) VMware reports that its Fusion software for Macintoshes is being used by scientists at CERN, the European Organization for...
(News) VMware reports that its Fusion software for Macintoshes is being used by scientists at CERN, the European Organization for...
Pinnacle TV for Mac HD Mini Stick Debuts
(News) Avid Technology subsidiary Pinnacle Systems has introduced its new Pinnacle TV for Mac HD mini Stick, a USB-based television...
(News) Avid Technology subsidiary Pinnacle Systems has introduced its new Pinnacle TV for Mac HD mini Stick, a USB-based television...
Spore Origins Released for IPhone, IPod Touch
(News) Following its release for the iPod last week, Electronic Arts' Spore Origins is now available for the iPhone and iPod touch...
(News) Following its release for the iPod last week, Electronic Arts' Spore Origins is now available for the iPhone and iPod touch...
Spore Origins for IPod
(News) Electronic Arts is quickly building a new franchise out of SimCity creator Will Wright's newest game, Spore. Even before the...
(News) Electronic Arts is quickly building a new franchise out of SimCity creator Will Wright's newest game, Spore. Even before the...
PhoneValet Maker Offers Telephony Tool for Realtors
(News) Parliant has announced CurbTalker, a new telephony product for Mac OS X designed especially for realtors. CurbTalker costs...
(News) Parliant has announced CurbTalker, a new telephony product for Mac OS X designed especially for realtors. CurbTalker costs...
IKeno Released for IPhone
(News) Mundue.net on Monday announced the release of iKeno, a version of the classic game of chance. iKeno is available for purchase...
(News) Mundue.net on Monday announced the release of iKeno, a version of the classic game of chance. iKeno is available for purchase...
Jiggy Puzzle Game Released for IPhone
(News) Maverick Software has announced the release of Jiggy for the iPhone and iPod touch. It costs US$3.99.
(News) Maverick Software has announced the release of Jiggy for the iPhone and iPod touch. It costs US$3.99.
EA Working on Spore Origins, Nine More IPhone Games
(News) Spore Origins, a game based on the new Mac and PC game Spore, came out this week for the iPod. Electronic Arts (EA) confirmed...
(News) Spore Origins, a game based on the new Mac and PC game Spore, came out this week for the iPod. Electronic Arts (EA) confirmed...
Adobe to Announce Creative Suite 4 on Sept. 23
(News) Adobe will officially announce Creative Suite 4 on September 23, 2008. The company will also host a webcast introducing the...
(News) Adobe will officially announce Creative Suite 4 on September 23, 2008. The company will also host a webcast introducing the...
Highpoint Offers 8-port SAS RAID Controller
(News) Highpoint Technologies has announced the release of the RocketRAID 4320 SAS RAID Controller. It's a PCI Express (PCIe) host...
(News) Highpoint Technologies has announced the release of the RocketRAID 4320 SAS RAID Controller. It's a PCI Express (PCIe) host...
Mercury Elite-AL Pro Drive Upped to 2TB
(News) Other World Computing (OWC) on Thursday announced a new model of its Mercury Elite-AL Pro USB 2.0 Dual-Drive Storage Solution...
(News) Other World Computing (OWC) on Thursday announced a new model of its Mercury Elite-AL Pro USB 2.0 Dual-Drive Storage Solution...
Swift 3D Design Software Goes Universal
(News) Electric Rain has announced the release of Swift 3D, now with Universal binary support. A free upgrade for existing 5.0 users...
(News) Electric Rain has announced the release of Swift 3D, now with Universal binary support. A free upgrade for existing 5.0 users...
Coraid Offers 24-drive Network Storage Appliance
(News) Coraid on Wednesday introduced the EtherDrive SR2421 Storage Appliance. The rack-mountable storage system contains a hardware...
(News) Coraid on Wednesday introduced the EtherDrive SR2421 Storage Appliance. The rack-mountable storage system contains a hardware...
Opacity Express Screen Graphics Editor Debuts
(News) Like Thought on Wednesday announced the release of Opacity Express 1.0, a screen graphics editor for Leopard. It costs US$39.
(News) Like Thought on Wednesday announced the release of Opacity Express 1.0, a screen graphics editor for Leopard. It costs US$39.
Rounding up the 3D News
(News) Every year the top high-end 3D companies in the world converge on Los Angeles, Calif. to attend the Siggraph tradeshow. This...
(News) Every year the top high-end 3D companies in the world converge on Los Angeles, Calif. to attend the Siggraph tradeshow. This...
VoiceEngine VoIP Tech License Offered for IPhone
(News) Global IP Solutions (GIPS) on Monday announced that its GIPS VoiceEngine Mobile technology is now available for licensing to...
(News) Global IP Solutions (GIPS) on Monday announced that its GIPS VoiceEngine Mobile technology is now available for licensing to...
Addonics Offers Portable Dual Drive RAID Enclosure
(News) Addonics on Thursday introduced its Portable Dual Drive RAID enclosure, an external storage device that accommodates up to two...
(News) Addonics on Thursday introduced its Portable Dual Drive RAID enclosure, an external storage device that accommodates up to two...
Memorex Bumps up Ultra TravelDrive to 500GB
(News) Memorex on Thursday announced that its Ultra TravelDrive is now available in a 500GB version. The 500GB version costs...
(News) Memorex on Thursday announced that its Ultra TravelDrive is now available in a 500GB version. The 500GB version costs...
Workamajig to Add Drag-and-drop Gantt Chart Features
(News) Workamajig -- formerly Creative Manager Pro, the ad agency software and project management groupware - will gain improved...
(News) Workamajig -- formerly Creative Manager Pro, the ad agency software and project management groupware - will gain improved...
MiniStack 2.5 Has up to 1TB of Storage Capacity
(News) Newer Technology on Wednesday announced its MiniStack 2.5, a new addition to its MiniStack line of external powered hubs. The...
(News) Newer Technology on Wednesday announced its MiniStack 2.5, a new addition to its MiniStack line of external powered hubs. The...
No Internet Blocking During Olympics, China Assures
(News) The International Olympics Committee says is satisfied that Beijing will keep the Internet accessible during the Games.
(News) The International Olympics Committee says is satisfied that Beijing will keep the Internet accessible during the Games.
Google CIO changes his tune, heads for EMI
(News) EMI Music has hired Google's Chief Information Officer Douglas Merrill to be president of its digital business division, the latest high-profile executive to seek greener pastures away from the Googleplex.
(News) EMI Music has hired Google's Chief Information Officer Douglas Merrill to be president of its digital business division, the latest high-profile executive to seek greener pastures away from the Googleplex.
Sony Shows Smallest HD Video Recorder Yet
(News) Sony's HDR-TG1 weighs only 10.6 ounces and records 1920-by-1080 digital video to a memory card.
(News) Sony's HDR-TG1 weighs only 10.6 ounces and records 1920-by-1080 digital video to a memory card.
Sharp plans to more than double solar cell production
(News) Sharp is planning to more than double its production of solar cells over the next few years as it targets sun-rich nations in southern Europe, Southeast Asia, Central and South America and Africa.
(News) Sharp is planning to more than double its production of solar cells over the next few years as it targets sun-rich nations in southern Europe, Southeast Asia, Central and South America and Africa.
Microsoft Acquires Security Firm
(News) Komoku technology will be incorporated into Forefront and Windows Live OneCare.
(News) Komoku technology will be incorporated into Forefront and Windows Live OneCare.
Sony charges $50 to remove laptop bloatware
(News) Sony is offering to remove some of the trial software it crams onto the hard disks of new laptops -- for a fee.
(News) Sony is offering to remove some of the trial software it crams onto the hard disks of new laptops -- for a fee.
Multicore boom needs new developer skills
(News) More than charity lies behind Microsoft and Intel's announcement this week that they will donate US$20 million to a pair of U.S. colleges in the hope of spurring advances in parallel, or multicore, programming research, as a Microsoft research scientist readily acknowledged.
(News) More than charity lies behind Microsoft and Intel's announcement this week that they will donate US$20 million to a pair of U.S. colleges in the hope of spurring advances in parallel, or multicore, programming research, as a Microsoft research scientist readily acknowledged.
EMC reaches out to Chinese partners with joint venture
(News) EMC signed an agreement with distributor Digital China on Tuesday to establish a joint-venture company that will work with Chinese vendors to make sure their offerings are interoperable with EMC's products.
(News) EMC signed an agreement with distributor Digital China on Tuesday to establish a joint-venture company that will work with Chinese vendors to make sure their offerings are interoperable with EMC's products.
PC World Wins Two Journalism Awards
(News) Coverage of Windows Vista and editor's column honored by business media organization.
(News) Coverage of Windows Vista and editor's column honored by business media organization.
House panel explores net neutrality antitrust law
(News) The U.S. Congress may need to amend antitrust law to keep broadband providers from interfering with Internet traffic, the chairman of the House of Representatives Judiciary Committee said Tuesday.
(News) The U.S. Congress may need to amend antitrust law to keep broadband providers from interfering with Internet traffic, the chairman of the House of Representatives Judiciary Committee said Tuesday.
Meet the Whiz Kids: 10 Overachievers Under 21
(News) They're the next generation of entrepreneurs, inventors, and innovators--and not one of them is old enough to buy beer.
(News) They're the next generation of entrepreneurs, inventors, and innovators--and not one of them is old enough to buy beer.
Navigation devices find their way to Cebit
(News) Among all the new features the manufacturers of GPS receivers introduced at Cebit this year, one thing they haven't cracked yet is how to navigate around the myriad halls and alleys of the trade show, which sprawls over 240,000 square meters of exhibition space. With the reorganization of the show this year, and the closure of Hall 1 for refurbishment, getting lost can be a serious problem even for seasoned show-goers.
(News) Among all the new features the manufacturers of GPS receivers introduced at Cebit this year, one thing they haven't cracked yet is how to navigate around the myriad halls and alleys of the trade show, which sprawls over 240,000 square meters of exhibition space. With the reorganization of the show this year, and the closure of Hall 1 for refurbishment, getting lost can be a serious problem even for seasoned show-goers.
Companies look to take Wi-Fi to the sea, emergency room
(News) While wireless Internet access has become a virtual commodity in homes and offices, exhibitors at this week's Cebit show in Hanover, Germany, are displaying wares focused on extending and optimizing the technology.
(News) While wireless Internet access has become a virtual commodity in homes and offices, exhibitors at this week's Cebit show in Hanover, Germany, are displaying wares focused on extending and optimizing the technology.
Intel feeling pain from low flash memory prices
(News) Intel warned Monday that low prices for NAND flash memory chips will have a greater financial impact during the first quarter than company officials had initially anticipated.
(News) Intel warned Monday that low prices for NAND flash memory chips will have a greater financial impact during the first quarter than company officials had initially anticipated.
Intel announces Atom brand for Silverthorne, Menlow
(News) Intel's Silverthorne and Diamondville chips will be called Atom and the company's Menlow platform for ultramobile computers will be renamed Centrino Atom when these products hit the market, according to a company spokesman.
(News) Intel's Silverthorne and Diamondville chips will be called Atom and the company's Menlow platform for ultramobile computers will be renamed Centrino Atom when these products hit the market, according to a company spokesman.
Tech That Could Make Commuting Fun
(News) Wi-Fi, mobile apps, and Web services are helping cure the headaches you get in trains, planes, and automobiles.
(News) Wi-Fi, mobile apps, and Web services are helping cure the headaches you get in trains, planes, and automobiles.
Lawmakers debate mobile consumer rights bill
(News) A proposed consumer rights bill for mobile telephone service drew mixed reviews during a hearing in Congress Wednesday, with detractors saying the legislation would place too much regulation on a competitive industry.
(News) A proposed consumer rights bill for mobile telephone service drew mixed reviews during a hearing in Congress Wednesday, with detractors saying the legislation would place too much regulation on a competitive industry.
Microsoft plans 'significant' news unrelated to Yahoo
(News) Microsoft will reveal "significant" company news Thursday, but the announcement is unrelated to its bid to acquire Yahoo.
(News) Microsoft will reveal "significant" company news Thursday, but the announcement is unrelated to its bid to acquire Yahoo.
Internet Censorship Won't Succeed, Gates Says
(News) Microsoft's chairman weighs in on the Internet, e-business, and his retirement plans.
(News) Microsoft's chairman weighs in on the Internet, e-business, and his retirement plans.
Toshiba Shares Surge on Talk of HD DVD Surrender
(News) News that the DVD format war may be ending was met with approval by investors in Japan.
(News) News that the DVD format war may be ending was met with approval by investors in Japan.
Net Neutrality Advocates are 'Antiproperty,' Critic Says
(News) The debate heats with some tech companies pushing Congress and the FCC to restrict spectrum use in latest auction.
(News) The debate heats with some tech companies pushing Congress and the FCC to restrict spectrum use in latest auction.
25 Moments From Our First 25 Years
(News) We at PC World have seen technology history--lots and lots of it. And maybe even made a little of it ourselves.
(News) We at PC World have seen technology history--lots and lots of it. And maybe even made a little of it ourselves.
Era of big acquisitions largely over, Forrester says
(News) A new report from Forrester Research declares that the wave of mega-acquisitions in the software industry is over for now, though big vendors will continue to snap up smaller firms as they round out their portfolios.
(News) A new report from Forrester Research declares that the wave of mega-acquisitions in the software industry is over for now, though big vendors will continue to snap up smaller firms as they round out their portfolios.
The Next 25 Years
(Reviews) PCs may disappear from your desk by 2033. But with digital technology showing up everywhere else--including inside your body--computing will only get more personal.
(Reviews) PCs may disappear from your desk by 2033. But with digital technology showing up everywhere else--including inside your body--computing will only get more personal.
Indian IT services to reach $11B by 2010, says Gartner
(News) India's IT services market is forecast to grow to US$10.73 billion by 2011, at a five-year compound annual growth rate of 23.2 percent, as outsourcing emerges as a more favored option for companies in India, according to research firm Gartner.
(News) India's IT services market is forecast to grow to US$10.73 billion by 2011, at a five-year compound annual growth rate of 23.2 percent, as outsourcing emerges as a more favored option for companies in India, according to research firm Gartner.
'Mac People' More Open, Liberal Than PC Users?
(News) Do Apple's Macintosh users lean more to the artsy and hip end of the personality spectrum than PC users. A new study seems to confirm that.
(News) Do Apple's Macintosh users lean more to the artsy and hip end of the personality spectrum than PC users. A new study seems to confirm that.
10,000 Web Sites Rigged with Advanced Hack Attack
(News) A sophisticated hacking scheme seen early last year appears to be affecting an increasing number of Web servers.
(News) A sophisticated hacking scheme seen early last year appears to be affecting an increasing number of Web servers.
Panasonic Shows 150-inch Plasma Screen
(News) Panasonic showed the prototype of the new display, which stretches 11 feet across and may be the largest in the world.
(News) Panasonic showed the prototype of the new display, which stretches 11 feet across and may be the largest in the world.
Scorecard: What Came True, What Didn't in 2007
(News) Starry-eyed companies and CEOs made big promises to rollout new gadgets and told consumers to prepare for big trends in 2007. Who was right? And who was wrong?
(News) Starry-eyed companies and CEOs made big promises to rollout new gadgets and told consumers to prepare for big trends in 2007. Who was right? And who was wrong?
The Year in Tech: Top 2007 News and Trends
(News) Legal tussles, format wars, and (of course) the iPhone dominated technology news in 2007. Here are the biggest tech headlines of the year--including some we'd like to forget.
(News) Legal tussles, format wars, and (of course) the iPhone dominated technology news in 2007. Here are the biggest tech headlines of the year--including some we'd like to forget.
Key Cisco leader Giancarlo resigns
(News) Charles Giancarlo, who was seen as a likely candidate to head Cisco Systems, has resigned from the networking giant after 14 years to "pursue new professional opportunities," Cisco announced Thursday.
(News) Charles Giancarlo, who was seen as a likely candidate to head Cisco Systems, has resigned from the networking giant after 14 years to "pursue new professional opportunities," Cisco announced Thursday.
PC World's 30 Most Popular Stories of 2007
(News) From Google wonders to laptop reviews to iPhone torture tests, here's what the Web was reading and watching on PCWorld.com this year.
(News) From Google wonders to laptop reviews to iPhone torture tests, here's what the Web was reading and watching on PCWorld.com this year.
The 15 Biggest Tech Disappointments of 2007
(News) These much-ballyhooed products, sites, and services, it turned out, left much to be desired.
(News) These much-ballyhooed products, sites, and services, it turned out, left much to be desired.
MS eScience group offers database advice to scientists
(News) Microsoft Research's eScience group is helping scientific researchers use database and online sharing tools in ways they might not have imagined, and sharing those experiences with Microsoft product groups that can tweak their software for easier use by the scientific community.
(News) Microsoft Research's eScience group is helping scientific researchers use database and online sharing tools in ways they might not have imagined, and sharing those experiences with Microsoft product groups that can tweak their software for easier use by the scientific community.
OpenLogic wants to count open-source users - openly
(News) Open-source enterprise software developer OpenLogic wants open-source users to stand up and be counted in a worldwide census -- and is offering a new software tool to help the process.
(News) Open-source enterprise software developer OpenLogic wants open-source users to stand up and be counted in a worldwide census -- and is offering a new software tool to help the process.
Eee PC's Sales Success Prompts Competition
(News) Asustek's early success with its sleek, budget laptop is inspiring rivals to enter the market, Gartner says.
(News) Asustek's early success with its sleek, budget laptop is inspiring rivals to enter the market, Gartner says.
Senate Passes Extension of R&D Tax Credit
(News) A bill granting a one-year extension to a research and development tax credit program supported by many technology trade groups is off to President Bush for signature.
(News) A bill granting a one-year extension to a research and development tax credit program supported by many technology trade groups is off to President Bush for signature.
Microsoft wins patent suit
(News) Microsoft won a patent dispute over technology that helps computers boot up faster Thursday.
(News) Microsoft won a patent dispute over technology that helps computers boot up faster Thursday.
Dell acquires Everdream to boost IT services portfolio
(News) In an effort to boost its managed IT services portfolio, Dell on Thursday agreed to acquire desktop services management company Everdream.
(News) In an effort to boost its managed IT services portfolio, Dell on Thursday agreed to acquire desktop services management company Everdream.
Chizen out at month's end as Adobe CEO
(News) Adobe CEO Bruce Chizen will step down from his post at the end of the month, the company said Monday.
(News) Adobe CEO Bruce Chizen will step down from his post at the end of the month, the company said Monday.
The 10 Biggest Web Annoyances
(Reviews) The new, improved Web won't deserve that name until sites make clear what they do with your private data. And online tech support gets a lot better. And...
(Reviews) The new, improved Web won't deserve that name until sites make clear what they do with your private data. And online tech support gets a lot better. And...
Cisco revenue, profit rose in Q1
(News) Cisco Systems posted a double-digit rise in revenue in its fiscal first quarter ended Oct. 27, with an even bigger gain in profit.
(News) Cisco Systems posted a double-digit rise in revenue in its fiscal first quarter ended Oct. 27, with an even bigger gain in profit.
Microsoft beats Street, reports strongest Q1 in 7 years
(News) Strong sales of new and old products alike led Microsoft to its fastest first-quarter growth in seven years, with the company reporting growth in all five business segments and both revenue and earnings per share (EPS) that beat analyst expectations.
(News) Strong sales of new and old products alike led Microsoft to its fastest first-quarter growth in seven years, with the company reporting growth in all five business segments and both revenue and earnings per share (EPS) that beat analyst expectations.
Microsoft beats Street, reports strongest Q1 in 8 years
(News) Strong sales of new and old products alike led Microsoft to its fastest first-quarter growth in eight years, with the company reporting growth in all five business segments and both revenue and earnings per share (EPS) that beat analyst expectations.
(News) Strong sales of new and old products alike led Microsoft to its fastest first-quarter growth in eight years, with the company reporting growth in all five business segments and both revenue and earnings per share (EPS) that beat analyst expectations.
Apple Q4 profits boosted by iPhone and Mac sales
(News) Apple Inc. on Monday reported strong earnings for its fourth quarter, boosted by record Macintosh computer sales and the shipment of 1.12 million iPhones.
(News) Apple Inc. on Monday reported strong earnings for its fourth quarter, boosted by record Macintosh computer sales and the shipment of 1.12 million iPhones.
AMD reports fourth straight quarter net loss
(News) Still carrying the weight of costs related to last year's acquisition of graphics vendor ATI, Advanced Micro Devices Inc. recorded its fourth straight quarter of net losses Thursday.
(News) Still carrying the weight of costs related to last year's acquisition of graphics vendor ATI, Advanced Micro Devices Inc. recorded its fourth straight quarter of net losses Thursday.
Oracle's BEA bid turns unfriendly
(News) Oracle Corp.'s bid for BEA Systems Inc. appears to be getting ugly with the latest statement from Oracle.
(News) Oracle Corp.'s bid for BEA Systems Inc. appears to be getting ugly with the latest statement from Oracle.
Wall Street Beat: Google, VMware, Business Objects shine
(News) IT investor confidence in technology is gaining strength. This week, vendors as diverse as Google Inc., Business Objects SA and VMware Inc. led the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index to break the 2800 mark for the first time since January 2001, the second week in a row the market has hit a six-year milestone.
(News) IT investor confidence in technology is gaining strength. This week, vendors as diverse as Google Inc., Business Objects SA and VMware Inc. led the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index to break the 2800 mark for the first time since January 2001, the second week in a row the market has hit a six-year milestone.
Acer CEO Talks Gateway Acquisition, Vista Rollout
(News) Gianfranco Lanci fields questions from U.S. journalists at Madrid press event.
(News) Gianfranco Lanci fields questions from U.S. journalists at Madrid press event.
European PC buyers should win from falling US dollar
(News) The declining value of the U.S. dollar should allow PC vendors to offer bargains to people living in the euro zone, while U.S. consumers probably won't feel much of a pinch, according to a leading economist.
(News) The declining value of the U.S. dollar should allow PC vendors to offer bargains to people living in the euro zone, while U.S. consumers probably won't feel much of a pinch, according to a leading economist.
CCTV cameras don't solve crimes, say London politicians
(News) Surveillance cameras in London are not helping solve crime, according to local politicians.
(News) Surveillance cameras in London are not helping solve crime, according to local politicians.
House passes patent overhaul bill
(News) The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed a bill to overhaul the nation's patent system, overcoming objections by many Republicans, small inventors and some labor unions.
(News) The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed a bill to overhaul the nation's patent system, overcoming objections by many Republicans, small inventors and some labor unions.
Dell profit up 46 percent thanks to cheaper components
(News) Just two weeks after revealing that some employees had falsified corporate revenue to meet earnings targets, Dell Inc. reported a profit of US$733 million for its fiscal 2008 second quarter, up 46 percent from its mark of $502 million for the same period last year.
(News) Just two weeks after revealing that some employees had falsified corporate revenue to meet earnings targets, Dell Inc. reported a profit of US$733 million for its fiscal 2008 second quarter, up 46 percent from its mark of $502 million for the same period last year.
iPhone unlocking video hits Web
(News) A video showing the founder of a Belfast, Northern Ireland company unlocking the iPhone hit the Web early Wednesday U.K. time as proof that software exists that can unlock Apple Inc.'s device for use with carriers other than AT&T Inc.
(News) A video showing the founder of a Belfast, Northern Ireland company unlocking the iPhone hit the Web early Wednesday U.K. time as proof that software exists that can unlock Apple Inc.'s device for use with carriers other than AT&T Inc.
New tool turns users into SOA programmers
(News) Serena has said it will jump into the software-as-a-service (SAAS) market next month with a user-oriented development toolset aimed at promoting the idea of "enterprise mashups."
(News) Serena has said it will jump into the software-as-a-service (SAAS) market next month with a user-oriented development toolset aimed at promoting the idea of "enterprise mashups."
Skype outage continues, business users affected
(News) Almost 36 hours after a software problem caused widespread outages in eBay Inc.'s Skype service, engineers continue to work to fully restore this extremely popular Internet telephony and instant messaging service, while many business users deal with work disruptions.
(News) Almost 36 hours after a software problem caused widespread outages in eBay Inc.'s Skype service, engineers continue to work to fully restore this extremely popular Internet telephony and instant messaging service, while many business users deal with work disruptions.
IBM, PWC settle US contracting lawsuit
(News) IBM Corp. and PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PWC) have separately agreed to pay the U.S. government a total of US$5.3 million to settle allegations that the companies solicited and provided improper payments on technology contracts with government agencies, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday.
(News) IBM Corp. and PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PWC) have separately agreed to pay the U.S. government a total of US$5.3 million to settle allegations that the companies solicited and provided improper payments on technology contracts with government agencies, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday.
Sun, IBM ink OS agreement
(News) Longtime rivals IBM Corp. and Sun Microsystems Inc. have signed an agreement related to operating systems technologies, the two companies said Wednesday.
(News) Longtime rivals IBM Corp. and Sun Microsystems Inc. have signed an agreement related to operating systems technologies, the two companies said Wednesday.
AT&T says it didn't censor rock band Pearl Jam
(News) U.S. rock band Pearl Jam is crying foul after an AT&T webcast censored politically themed lyrics by lead singer Eddie Vedder, but the telecom giant said Thursday the editing was a mistake by a contractor.
(News) U.S. rock band Pearl Jam is crying foul after an AT&T webcast censored politically themed lyrics by lead singer Eddie Vedder, but the telecom giant said Thursday the editing was a mistake by a contractor.
Slamming the company door on porn
(News) Your organization's next e-mail filtering software may come equipped with a blocking component that prevents pornographic content from entering the corporate network.
(News) Your organization's next e-mail filtering software may come equipped with a blocking component that prevents pornographic content from entering the corporate network.
Wozniak on Apple, AI and future inventions
(News) Steve Wozniak isn't perhaps as well known as his Apple Inc. cofounder Steve Jobs, but "Woz" invented the Apple I in 1976 and the Apple II in 1977, which was one of the best-selling PCs of that time. In this interview, Wozniak, who turns 57 on Aug. 11, talks about how he met Jobs, his most cherished inventions and why he believes thinking robots and artificial intelligence will never happen.
(News) Steve Wozniak isn't perhaps as well known as his Apple Inc. cofounder Steve Jobs, but "Woz" invented the Apple I in 1976 and the Apple II in 1977, which was one of the best-selling PCs of that time. In this interview, Wozniak, who turns 57 on Aug. 11, talks about how he met Jobs, his most cherished inventions and why he believes thinking robots and artificial intelligence will never happen.
Microsoft customers sour on Software Assurance
(News) IT procurement managers are finding that Microsoft Corp.'s Software Assurance maintenance program may not save them money as hoped, according to a survey by Forrester Research Inc.
(News) IT procurement managers are finding that Microsoft Corp.'s Software Assurance maintenance program may not save them money as hoped, according to a survey by Forrester Research Inc.
Microsoft to release six security updates next week
(News) Microsoft Corp. will release six groups of security patches next week including three critical updates for Windows and Excel users.
(News) Microsoft Corp. will release six groups of security patches next week including three critical updates for Windows and Excel users.
Jobs: iPhone supply may not meet demand
(News) The number of iPhones manufactured by Apple may not be enough to meet customer demand when the smart phone goes on sale later Friday, CEO Steve Jobs said in an interview published the same day.
(News) The number of iPhones manufactured by Apple may not be enough to meet customer demand when the smart phone goes on sale later Friday, CEO Steve Jobs said in an interview published the same day.
State charges dropped in HP spy case
(News) A state judge in California on Thursday dismissed charges against the three remaining state criminal defendants in the Hewlett-Packard Co. spying case.
(News) A state judge in California on Thursday dismissed charges against the three remaining state criminal defendants in the Hewlett-Packard Co. spying case.
U.S. Labor Department Seeks Probe of H-1B Video
(News) Law firm that posted a video offering advice on how to avoid hiring U.S. workers isn't responding to requests for comment.
(News) Law firm that posted a video offering advice on how to avoid hiring U.S. workers isn't responding to requests for comment.
Microsoft offers redesigned MSN for mobile
(News) Microsoft Corp. launched a redesigned MSN portal for mobile phones, with improved navigation and optimized display of Web pages.
(News) Microsoft Corp. launched a redesigned MSN portal for mobile phones, with improved navigation and optimized display of Web pages.
Mozilla exec bashes Apple 'duopoly' mindset
(News) John Lilly, chief operating officer of the Mozilla Foundation, has accused Apple chief Steve Jobs of aiming for a 1980s-style "duopoly" with his plans for the Safari web browser on Windows.
(News) John Lilly, chief operating officer of the Mozilla Foundation, has accused Apple chief Steve Jobs of aiming for a 1980s-style "duopoly" with his plans for the Safari web browser on Windows.
Businesses experimenting with virtual worlds
(News) Although virtual environments are still at an early stage in development and adoption, many companies are already dabbling in one or more virtual worlds or closely observing them prior to getting their feet wet.
(News) Although virtual environments are still at an early stage in development and adoption, many companies are already dabbling in one or more virtual worlds or closely observing them prior to getting their feet wet.
EBay pulls ads from Google's U.S. ad network
(News) EBay Inc. has pulled all of its paid search ads from Google Inc.'s AdWords network in the U.S., an eyebrow-raising move likely to be interpreted in the industry as a sign of deteriorating relations between the two Internet giants.
(News) EBay Inc. has pulled all of its paid search ads from Google Inc.'s AdWords network in the U.S., an eyebrow-raising move likely to be interpreted in the industry as a sign of deteriorating relations between the two Internet giants.
PC shipments rise on notebook sales
(News) Attracted by aggressive prices and the launch of Microsoft Corp.'s Windows Vista OS, consumers purchased more notebooks during the first quarter than expected, pushing IDC to raise its 2007 PC industry forecast.
(News) Attracted by aggressive prices and the launch of Microsoft Corp.'s Windows Vista OS, consumers purchased more notebooks during the first quarter than expected, pushing IDC to raise its 2007 PC industry forecast.
Symantec releases beta of new enterprise product
(News) Symantec Corp. Wednesday released a beta of its new enterprise security product, formerly code-named Hamlet, that melds technology from several of the company's acquisitions over the last few years.
(News) Symantec Corp. Wednesday released a beta of its new enterprise security product, formerly code-named Hamlet, that melds technology from several of the company's acquisitions over the last few years.
Burden of proof on Google in Vista antitrust claim
(News) Google Inc.'s claims that Microsoft Corp.'s built-in Vista desktop indexing and search tool violates its antitrust agreement could be difficult to prove even if the software does slow down the performance of Google's competitive Google Desktop offering.
(News) Google Inc.'s claims that Microsoft Corp.'s built-in Vista desktop indexing and search tool violates its antitrust agreement could be difficult to prove even if the software does slow down the performance of Google's competitive Google Desktop offering.
Patent fracas blurs Nokia, Qualcomm management focus
(News) Ongoing legal disputes over mobile phone patents between Nokia Corp. and Qualcomm Inc. are consuming much executive management time, generating substantial lawyer fees and, if they escalate, could affect handset development and prices, experts warn.
(News) Ongoing legal disputes over mobile phone patents between Nokia Corp. and Qualcomm Inc. are consuming much executive management time, generating substantial lawyer fees and, if they escalate, could affect handset development and prices, experts warn.
Study: China's IT services will soon best the UK
(News) China's software and IT services sector is on track to catch and exceed the U.K.'s output in as little as five years, according to a new report.
(News) China's software and IT services sector is on track to catch and exceed the U.K.'s output in as little as five years, according to a new report.
China supports DNS, root servers on agenda for talks
(News) China is seeking to put technical Internet management issues on the agenda of the next Internet Governance Forum (IGF) meeting, a U.N.-run forum concerning the development of the Internet.
(News) China is seeking to put technical Internet management issues on the agenda of the next Internet Governance Forum (IGF) meeting, a U.N.-run forum concerning the development of the Internet.
Hardware makers prepare for Taipei showdown
(News) Intel Corp. and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. will square off next week at the annual Computex exhibition in Taipei, where many of the world's largest hardware makers will be showing off products slated for release later this year.
(News) Intel Corp. and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. will square off next week at the annual Computex exhibition in Taipei, where many of the world's largest hardware makers will be showing off products slated for release later this year.
Ex-Cisco bigwig Volpi to head Joost?
(News) Former [Cisco] executive Mike Volpi is reportedly headed to Joost to be the [online video company]'[s] next CEO.
(News) Former [Cisco] executive Mike Volpi is reportedly headed to Joost to be the [online video company]'[s] next CEO.
Apple bringing YouTube to Apple TV
(News) Apple CEO Steve Jobs on Wednesday said the company is bringing the Google-owned YouTube video service to [Apple TV]. A software update will be available in mid-June, which will enable the service.
(News) Apple CEO Steve Jobs on Wednesday said the company is bringing the Google-owned YouTube video service to [Apple TV]. A software update will be available in mid-June, which will enable the service.
Motorola lays off 4,000 in search for missing profit
(News) In an extension of a cost-cutting program it began in January, Motorola Inc. said Wednesday it would lay off 4,000 more workers.
(News) In an extension of a cost-cutting program it began in January, Motorola Inc. said Wednesday it would lay off 4,000 more workers.
Wall Street Beat: Apple up in down market
(News) Concerns about retail sales and the U.S. trade deficit Thursday put a halt to the recent increase in market indexes, including the technology-oriented Nasdaq, but news from bellwether IT vendors such as Apple Inc., Advanced Micro Devices Inc. and Hewlett-Packard Co. show that underlying computer sector issues are still uppermost in the minds of IT investors.
(News) Concerns about retail sales and the U.S. trade deficit Thursday put a halt to the recent increase in market indexes, including the technology-oriented Nasdaq, but news from bellwether IT vendors such as Apple Inc., Advanced Micro Devices Inc. and Hewlett-Packard Co. show that underlying computer sector issues are still uppermost in the minds of IT investors.
Dutch domain owner faces legal action from Google
(News) Google England plans to take legal action against a Dutch man who uses the word "'Google" in the domain names he has registered.
(News) Google England plans to take legal action against a Dutch man who uses the word "'Google" in the domain names he has registered.
Web 2.0 attracts many, but more gladly do without
(News) Almost one in four Americas use advanced mobile technology and visit the Web 2.0 world, but close to half have little use for either, according to a report released Monday.
(News) Almost one in four Americas use advanced mobile technology and visit the Web 2.0 world, but close to half have little use for either, according to a report released Monday.
BlackBerrys cozy up to office phone systems
(News) Research In Motion Ltd. this week tightened up the links between enterprise phone systems and its BlackBerry handsets, demonstrating software that makes it easier for employees and IT administrators to keep the work force connected.
(News) Research In Motion Ltd. this week tightened up the links between enterprise phone systems and its BlackBerry handsets, demonstrating software that makes it easier for employees and IT administrators to keep the work force connected.
California sues computer trainer over tuition refunds
(News) The State of California on Monday filed suit against a defunct computer training school for closing its doors without refunding to students US$2.5 million in tuition fees for courses they were never able to take.
(News) The State of California on Monday filed suit against a defunct computer training school for closing its doors without refunding to students US$2.5 million in tuition fees for courses they were never able to take.
Samsung launches Q1 Ultra ultramobile
(News) Ultramobile PCs have often been criticized as falling into a gap between laptops and smartphones, but Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. hopes to change that perception with a reduced price and upgraded performance for its Q1 Ultra.
(News) Ultramobile PCs have often been criticized as falling into a gap between laptops and smartphones, but Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. hopes to change that perception with a reduced price and upgraded performance for its Q1 Ultra.
RIM to offer plug-in for Visual Studio
(News) Research In Motion Ltd. (RIM) will let developers create applications for BlackBerry phones using Microsoft Corp.'s .Net programming environment, continuing its efforts to broaden the capabilities of the devices.
(News) Research In Motion Ltd. (RIM) will let developers create applications for BlackBerry phones using Microsoft Corp.'s .Net programming environment, continuing its efforts to broaden the capabilities of the devices.
California county agrees to share data in e-voting suit
(News) In a case that illustrates the technological and legal uncertainties about electronic voting, a California county has agreed to share data stored on computer voting machines in a disputed election.
(News) In a case that illustrates the technological and legal uncertainties about electronic voting, a California county has agreed to share data stored on computer voting machines in a disputed election.
IBM aims at midmarket appeal
(News) IBM Corp. hopes to get more users interested in its midmarket family of products with the expansion of its Express Advantage program outside of North America and the addition of new server, storage and software offerings.
(News) IBM Corp. hopes to get more users interested in its midmarket family of products with the expansion of its Express Advantage program outside of North America and the addition of new server, storage and software offerings.
Websense to buy UK security vendor
(News) Websense has made a US$400 million offer to buy U.K. security vendor SurfControl, and said there will be job cuts when the deal closes.
(News) Websense has made a US$400 million offer to buy U.K. security vendor SurfControl, and said there will be job cuts when the deal closes.
Acer strikes back at HP lawsuit
(News) Acer Inc. has hired a lawyer that helped win a big patent case against Hewlett-Packard Co. (HP) two years ago to help defend itself against two HP patent lawsuits, Acer's chairman said Friday.
(News) Acer Inc. has hired a lawyer that helped win a big patent case against Hewlett-Packard Co. (HP) two years ago to help defend itself against two HP patent lawsuits, Acer's chairman said Friday.
Optical nets easier to hack than copper
(News) Optical fibre is a lot easier to tap than most people imagine. There is no need to break or splice the fibre now -- a relatively shallow bend can be enough.
(News) Optical fibre is a lot easier to tap than most people imagine. There is no need to break or splice the fibre now -- a relatively shallow bend can be enough.
OLPC raises hundred-dollar laptop price to $175
(News) The One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) group said Thursday that it had raised the price for its hundred-dollar laptop to US$175, but were still confident they would collect enough orders to begin volume production by September.
(News) The One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) group said Thursday that it had raised the price for its hundred-dollar laptop to US$175, but were still confident they would collect enough orders to begin volume production by September.
Panasonic sales, profits rise for fifth year in a row
(News) Healthy demand for digital consumer electronics products particularly overseas helped Japan's Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. (Panasonic) achieve higher sales and profits in the fiscal year just ended.
(News) Healthy demand for digital consumer electronics products particularly overseas helped Japan's Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. (Panasonic) achieve higher sales and profits in the fiscal year just ended.
Chartered ready for surge in 65nm chip production
(News) Singaporean contract chipmaker Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. said Friday that chips manufactured using a 65 nanometer process will account for 5 percent of its revenue as the technology enters commercial production.
(News) Singaporean contract chipmaker Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. said Friday that chips manufactured using a 65 nanometer process will account for 5 percent of its revenue as the technology enters commercial production.
New scheme could boost online music services in Europe
(News) Providers of online music services in Europe should benefit from a new one-stop licensing system aimed at simplifying the complex process of obtaining music distribution rights across the continent.
(News) Providers of online music services in Europe should benefit from a new one-stop licensing system aimed at simplifying the complex process of obtaining music distribution rights across the continent.
Acer passes Lenovo in Q1, next up: Dell
(News) Acer Inc. achieved its top goal for 2007 early in the year, passing Lenovo Group Ltd. as the world's third largest PC vendor in the first quarter. For the rest of the year it plans to extend its lead over Lenovo, executives said Friday, putting it in position to challenge Dell Inc.
(News) Acer Inc. achieved its top goal for 2007 early in the year, passing Lenovo Group Ltd. as the world's third largest PC vendor in the first quarter. For the rest of the year it plans to extend its lead over Lenovo, executives said Friday, putting it in position to challenge Dell Inc.
FCC approves plan for auctioning 700MHz spectrum
(News) The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has approved a plan for auctions of wireless spectrum in the 700MHz band, taking the first step toward the multi-billion-dollar sale of spectrum being abandoned by television stations.
(News) The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has approved a plan for auctions of wireless spectrum in the 700MHz band, taking the first step toward the multi-billion-dollar sale of spectrum being abandoned by television stations.
Nokia taps into Silicon Valley
(News) Looking to merge mobile phones with PCs, Nokia Corp. has expanded its presence in Silicon Valley and is exploring a wireless network that local developers can use to try out new applications.
(News) Looking to merge mobile phones with PCs, Nokia Corp. has expanded its presence in Silicon Valley and is exploring a wireless network that local developers can use to try out new applications.
ID theft task force wants stronger laws
(News) The U.S. government plans to establish a national identity theft law enforcement center and create a multiyear public education campaign about the dangers of ID theft, as part of a series of recommendations released by a task force Monday.
(News) The U.S. government plans to establish a national identity theft law enforcement center and create a multiyear public education campaign about the dangers of ID theft, as part of a series of recommendations released by a task force Monday.
Blogs now infested with offensive content
(News) The Internet's blog sites have become overgrown with a variety of unpleasant content, including porn, offensive language, hate posting, and malware, a new threat analysis has suggested.
(News) The Internet's blog sites have become overgrown with a variety of unpleasant content, including porn, offensive language, hate posting, and malware, a new threat analysis has suggested.
Gates launches developing world tech initiative
(News) Microsoft Corp. Chairman Bill Gates launched an initiative in Beijing Thursday aimed at bridging the digital divide between technologically advanced and developing countries.
(News) Microsoft Corp. Chairman Bill Gates launched an initiative in Beijing Thursday aimed at bridging the digital divide between technologically advanced and developing countries.
Data management holds back Web 2.0 in enterprise
(News) The biggest dangers to extending Web 2.0 capabilities to the enterprise are information overload and lack of information accountability, experts attending and speaking at Microsoft Corp.'s IT Pro Town Hall Event in Redmond said on Wednesday.
(News) The biggest dangers to extending Web 2.0 capabilities to the enterprise are information overload and lack of information accountability, experts attending and speaking at Microsoft Corp.'s IT Pro Town Hall Event in Redmond said on Wednesday.
Microsoft opens digital divide conference in Beijing
(News) Reducing the digital divide through "integration" is the theme of a two-day Microsoft Corp. conference in Beijing that kicked off Wednesday morning.
(News) Reducing the digital divide through "integration" is the theme of a two-day Microsoft Corp. conference in Beijing that kicked off Wednesday morning.
Online Communities: New Source of Business Intelligence
(News) Blogs, wikis, and community forums can help companies prosper and bloom--or lead them to disaster.
(News) Blogs, wikis, and community forums can help companies prosper and bloom--or lead them to disaster.
The 20 Most Annoying Tech Products
(News) Obtrusive behavior, irritating habits, constant nagging--crummy products have bugged you for years. Here are the ones you say have bothered you most.
(News) Obtrusive behavior, irritating habits, constant nagging--crummy products have bugged you for years. Here are the ones you say have bothered you most.
Samsung profits slide on weak memory chip market
(News) Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. saw operating profits slide during the first three months of this year on weakness in the memory chip market, it said Friday.
(News) Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. saw operating profits slide during the first three months of this year on weakness in the memory chip market, it said Friday.
Taiwan's Via scores big win with HP
(News) Intel Corp. and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. may be locked in a vicious price war over desktop and mobile chips, but that hasn't stopped Taiwan's Via Technologies Inc. from gaining ground in the market with its focus on low-cost processors that don't draw much power.
(News) Intel Corp. and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. may be locked in a vicious price war over desktop and mobile chips, but that hasn't stopped Taiwan's Via Technologies Inc. from gaining ground in the market with its focus on low-cost processors that don't draw much power.
Tech wages going up and up, report says
(News) Technical consultants, SAP AG functional consultants and hardware engineers were the highest paid hourly IT workers during the first quarter, according to the Yoh Index of Technology Wages, a compensation index that tracks outsourced tech workers.
(News) Technical consultants, SAP AG functional consultants and hardware engineers were the highest paid hourly IT workers during the first quarter, according to the Yoh Index of Technology Wages, a compensation index that tracks outsourced tech workers.
IBM puts blades on a low-carb(on) diet
(News) IBM Corp. is adding to its server lineup with new models featuring lower-wattage processors and flash memory instead of disks, all in the name of energy conservation.
(News) IBM Corp. is adding to its server lineup with new models featuring lower-wattage processors and flash memory instead of disks, all in the name of energy conservation.
UMPC fans hope for new Intel platform
(News) Business analysts at Intel Corp.'s technology conference next week will focus on the company's powerful server chips, but industry blogs are showing more excitement over word that the company will launch a new platform for ultra mobile PCs (UMPCs).
(News) Business analysts at Intel Corp.'s technology conference next week will focus on the company's powerful server chips, but industry blogs are showing more excitement over word that the company will launch a new platform for ultra mobile PCs (UMPCs).
Qualcomm rejects $20M Nokia payment
(News) Qualcomm Inc. has rejected a US$20 million payment from Nokia Corp. for royalties on patented Qualcomm technology, snuffing out a possible resolution of part of the companies' ongoing intellectual-property dispute.
(News) Qualcomm Inc. has rejected a US$20 million payment from Nokia Corp. for royalties on patented Qualcomm technology, snuffing out a possible resolution of part of the companies' ongoing intellectual-property dispute.
Mandriva puts Linux on USB stick
(News) Now the geeks can have a full-featured Linux OS booted from a USB stick or thumb drive. Linux distributor Mandriva's Flash 4GB provides Mandriva Linux 2007 KDE 32-bit, which needs no installation -- being ready to boot off the USB 2.0 stick. Plug in the stick, turn on the PC, and Mandriva Linux is ready to use in a few seconds.
(News) Now the geeks can have a full-featured Linux OS booted from a USB stick or thumb drive. Linux distributor Mandriva's Flash 4GB provides Mandriva Linux 2007 KDE 32-bit, which needs no installation -- being ready to boot off the USB 2.0 stick. Plug in the stick, turn on the PC, and Mandriva Linux is ready to use in a few seconds.
Can an iPod bring down your company?
(News) The recent buzz about security threats posed by iPods to corporations has reinforced the need for IT managers to treat these devices like any other removable media that employees with malicious intent can use to extract sensitive data.
(News) The recent buzz about security threats posed by iPods to corporations has reinforced the need for IT managers to treat these devices like any other removable media that employees with malicious intent can use to extract sensitive data.
Trends show desktop virtualization is gaining traction
(News) The market for desktop virtualization is hitting a growth spurt, given a run of new product introductions and research showing increased demand for the technology.
(News) The market for desktop virtualization is hitting a growth spurt, given a run of new product introductions and research showing increased demand for the technology.
Google evades question about software similarities
(News) Google Inc. has commented on a new software tool it released in China this week, although it did not address allegations that the software bears more than a passing resemblance to a rival's product.
(News) Google Inc. has commented on a new software tool it released in China this week, although it did not address allegations that the software bears more than a passing resemblance to a rival's product.
Acer takes the number 3 spot in mobile PCs
(News) Acer Inc. unseated Toshiba Corp. from its third-place perch in worldwide mobile PC sales during the fourth quarter of last year, according to market researcher iSuppli Corp. Hewlett-Packard Co. saw the strongest year-on-year growth overall in the segment.
(News) Acer Inc. unseated Toshiba Corp. from its third-place perch in worldwide mobile PC sales during the fourth quarter of last year, according to market researcher iSuppli Corp. Hewlett-Packard Co. saw the strongest year-on-year growth overall in the segment.
Qualcomm document talks tough on Nokia
(News) Qualcomm Inc. is using its Web site for the latest shove against Nokia Corp. in the companies' ongoing legal dispute.
(News) Qualcomm Inc. is using its Web site for the latest shove against Nokia Corp. in the companies' ongoing legal dispute.
Lenovo sets up new consumer unit
(News) Lenovo Group Ltd. has opened a consumer business unit in an attempt to increase sales of PCs and other electronic devices outside of its China base.
(News) Lenovo Group Ltd. has opened a consumer business unit in an attempt to increase sales of PCs and other electronic devices outside of its China base.
Oracle user group cancels European conference
(News) The EMEA Oracle Usergroup Council (EOUC) has cancelled without explanation a user conference due to be held in Amsterdam next month.
(News) The EMEA Oracle Usergroup Council (EOUC) has cancelled without explanation a user conference due to be held in Amsterdam next month.
Google founders, CEO took $1 salaries in 2006
(News) The three top executives at Google Inc. are also the lowest paid employees at the company, and they prefer it that way, according to a company filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
(News) The three top executives at Google Inc. are also the lowest paid employees at the company, and they prefer it that way, according to a company filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Highlights of Best Tech Products Of All Time
(Reviews) See photos and screen shots of some our choices.
(Reviews) See photos and screen shots of some our choices.
Red Hat CEO undaunted by Oracle, Microsoft
(News) Red Hat Inc.'s latest financial results prove the company can withstand new competitive challenges, according to Matthew Szulik, the company's chairman and CEO.
(News) Red Hat Inc.'s latest financial results prove the company can withstand new competitive challenges, according to Matthew Szulik, the company's chairman and CEO.
EEye publishes fix for Windows zero-day vulnerability
(News) With online criminals exploiting an unpatched flaw in Windows, security vendor eEye Digital Security Inc. has come forward with an unofficial fix for the problem.
(News) With online criminals exploiting an unpatched flaw in Windows, security vendor eEye Digital Security Inc. has come forward with an unofficial fix for the problem.
ICANN votes against '.xxx' top-level domain again
(News) The overseer of the Internet's addressing system rejected for the second time the creation of a ".xxx" top-level domain, supported by some as a way to isolate adult content on the Internet.
(News) The overseer of the Internet's addressing system rejected for the second time the creation of a ".xxx" top-level domain, supported by some as a way to isolate adult content on the Internet.
Dell to delay filings, investigation finds misconduct
(News) An internal investigation at Dell Inc. has found evidence of misconduct and accounting errors, forcing the company to delay filing its annual earnings report with stock market regulators, it said Thursday after the U.S. stock market closed.
(News) An internal investigation at Dell Inc. has found evidence of misconduct and accounting errors, forcing the company to delay filing its annual earnings report with stock market regulators, it said Thursday after the U.S. stock market closed.
Code posted for IE attack
(News) New software has been published on the Internet that could be used to exploit a known flaw in Internet Explorer.
(News) New software has been published on the Internet that could be used to exploit a known flaw in Internet Explorer.
ICANN to vote Friday on .xxx domain
(News) Faced with an outcry against the creation of a dedicated ".xxx" suffix for pornography Web sites, leaders of ICANN are set to vote Friday on whether to launch the initiative.
(News) Faced with an outcry against the creation of a dedicated ".xxx" suffix for pornography Web sites, leaders of ICANN are set to vote Friday on whether to launch the initiative.
Verizon Wireless to spend $6 billion on network upgrade
(News) Verizon Wireless Inc. plans to boost its wireless data network through a new three-year contract with Alcatel-Lucent SA that is expected to be worth US$6 billion.
(News) Verizon Wireless Inc. plans to boost its wireless data network through a new three-year contract with Alcatel-Lucent SA that is expected to be worth US$6 billion.
Free security too attracts 38 million downloads
(News) An Internet scorecard application which rates potential risks on Web sites has been downloaded more than 38 million times since it was launched 12 months ago.
(News) An Internet scorecard application which rates potential risks on Web sites has been downloaded more than 38 million times since it was launched 12 months ago.
Novell, Red Hat compare desktop Linux programs
(News) Open-source rivals Novell Inc. and Red Hat Inc. are each highlighting initiatives to bring Linux-based functionality to the desktop.
(News) Open-source rivals Novell Inc. and Red Hat Inc. are each highlighting initiatives to bring Linux-based functionality to the desktop.
Microsoft names leaders for search-and-ad unit
(News) Microsoft Corp. Wednesday named Satya Nadella to lead the newly formed Search and Ad Platform Group, the software giant's effort to optimize the advertising revenue-raising potential of its search business.
(News) Microsoft Corp. Wednesday named Satya Nadella to lead the newly formed Search and Ad Platform Group, the software giant's effort to optimize the advertising revenue-raising potential of its search business.
Intel Capital invests $40 million in DTV chipmaker
(News) Intel Capital, the investment arm of chipmaker Intel Corp., is investing up to US$40 million in a digital TV integrated circuit (IC) maker.
(News) Intel Capital, the investment arm of chipmaker Intel Corp., is investing up to US$40 million in a digital TV integrated circuit (IC) maker.
BenQ creditors may go after BenQ Corp.
(News) True to the saying "when it rains, it pours," BenQ Corp. could find itself being sued by creditors of its failed mobile-phone venture in Germany.
(News) True to the saying "when it rains, it pours," BenQ Corp. could find itself being sued by creditors of its failed mobile-phone venture in Germany.
Hynix, SanDisk announce patent pact, joint venture
(News) Hynix Semiconductor Inc. and SanDisk Corp. have reached a patent cross-license agreement and will jointly manufacture and sell NAND flash memory in addition to developing four-bit-per-cell flash memory, the companies said Wednesday.
(News) Hynix Semiconductor Inc. and SanDisk Corp. have reached a patent cross-license agreement and will jointly manufacture and sell NAND flash memory in addition to developing four-bit-per-cell flash memory, the companies said Wednesday.
Oracle CEO: Linux support program working
(News) Oracle Corp. has gotten off to a "very strong start" with its support program for users of Red Hat Inc.'s Enterprise Linux, according to Oracle CEO Larry Ellison.
(News) Oracle Corp. has gotten off to a "very strong start" with its support program for users of Red Hat Inc.'s Enterprise Linux, according to Oracle CEO Larry Ellison.
ACS founder offers to buy company for $6B
(News) The founder and chairman of IT services provider Affiliated Computer Services Inc. (ACS) wants to take the company private for about US$6 billion.
(News) The founder and chairman of IT services provider Affiliated Computer Services Inc. (ACS) wants to take the company private for about US$6 billion.
Oracle delivers Q3 results ahead of targets
(News) Oracle Corp. reported third-quarter results Tuesday which exceeded both the software vendor's and analysts' predictions.
(News) Oracle Corp. reported third-quarter results Tuesday which exceeded both the software vendor's and analysts' predictions.
PC vendors face slumping revenue in 2007
(News) PC vendors will focus on notebook sales and emerging markets to boost unit shipments by 10.5 percent in 2007, but revenue will lag behind with only a 4.6 percent rise, according to an analyst forecast released Tuesday.
(News) PC vendors will focus on notebook sales and emerging markets to boost unit shipments by 10.5 percent in 2007, but revenue will lag behind with only a 4.6 percent rise, according to an analyst forecast released Tuesday.
Google expands pay-per-action ads test
(News) Google Inc. is expanding a test it began last year of pay-per-action ads, an ad format that is similar to pay-per-click ads but that experts say is much less prone to click fraud.
(News) Google Inc. is expanding a test it began last year of pay-per-action ads, an ad format that is similar to pay-per-click ads but that experts say is much less prone to click fraud.
Acer: Technology not ready for ultramobile PC
(News) Technology has yet to reach the level required for ultramobile PCs to take off with consumers, according to Acer Inc.'s president, Gianfranco Lanci.
(News) Technology has yet to reach the level required for ultramobile PCs to take off with consumers, according to Acer Inc.'s president, Gianfranco Lanci.
With tax season here, IRS warns of cybersquatters
(News) If you're paying taxes to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service there is only one URL you need to know: IRS.gov.
(News) If you're paying taxes to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service there is only one URL you need to know: IRS.gov.
WebEx buy makes Cisco a collaboration player
(News) Cisco Systems Inc. is entering new territory with its planned US$3.2 billion acquisition of WebEx Communications Inc., with plans to deliver collaboration tools as an online service and possibly integrate the company's business-related offerings with consumer social networking technology.
(News) Cisco Systems Inc. is entering new territory with its planned US$3.2 billion acquisition of WebEx Communications Inc., with plans to deliver collaboration tools as an online service and possibly integrate the company's business-related offerings with consumer social networking technology.
Ballmer questions business strategy of Google
(News) Microsoft Corp. CEO Steve Ballmer criticized rival Google Inc., saying it is devoted primarily to ad-supported search while Microsoft has reinvented itself many times over.
(News) Microsoft Corp. CEO Steve Ballmer criticized rival Google Inc., saying it is devoted primarily to ad-supported search while Microsoft has reinvented itself many times over.
Small outsourcers squeezed out in India, says Forrester
(News) Small and medium-size outsourcing companies in India are getting marginalized as customers look for larger outsourcers with big brands and strong financial results, according to Forrester Research Inc.
(News) Small and medium-size outsourcing companies in India are getting marginalized as customers look for larger outsourcers with big brands and strong financial results, according to Forrester Research Inc.
Symantec CEO: Vendor has 'conflict of interest'
(News) It's a "huge conflict of interest" for one company to provide both an operating platform and a security platform, Symantec Corp. CEO John Thompson said during a keynote speech at the Cebit trade show in Hanover, Germany. Although Thompson didn't mention Microsoft Corp. by name, that company's introduction of consumer and enterprise security products to complement its operating systems could hurt Symantec, which currently tops the security software industry by market share.
(News) It's a "huge conflict of interest" for one company to provide both an operating platform and a security platform, Symantec Corp. CEO John Thompson said during a keynote speech at the Cebit trade show in Hanover, Germany. Although Thompson didn't mention Microsoft Corp. by name, that company's introduction of consumer and enterprise security products to complement its operating systems could hurt Symantec, which currently tops the security software industry by market share.
Three Minutes with SAP Chief on Hosted Apps
(News) Vishal Sikka, SAP's chief software architect, describes the company's software-as-a-service approach.
(News) Vishal Sikka, SAP's chief software architect, describes the company's software-as-a-service approach.
Emotiv touts mind control for video games
(News) Video game players might soon use their thoughts instead of joysticks to control on-screen characters, if they wear a helmet released Wednesday by Emotiv Systems Inc.
(News) Video game players might soon use their thoughts instead of joysticks to control on-screen characters, if they wear a helmet released Wednesday by Emotiv Systems Inc.
EMC's DeWalt named new McAfee chief
(News) McAfee Inc.'s board of directors on Monday named former EMC Corp. executive Dave DeWalt as the security software company's chief executive officer and president.
(News) McAfee Inc.'s board of directors on Monday named former EMC Corp. executive Dave DeWalt as the security software company's chief executive officer and president.
The 50 Most Important People on the Web
(News) Here's who's shaping what you read, watch, hear, write, buy, sell, befriend, flame, and otherwise do online.
(News) Here's who's shaping what you read, watch, hear, write, buy, sell, befriend, flame, and otherwise do online.
Some new Windows Mobile phones to come with Opera
(News) Some of the first Windows Mobile 6.0 phones to hit the market will include Opera Software ASA's mobile browser, in addition to Microsoft Corp.'s browser.
(News) Some of the first Windows Mobile 6.0 phones to hit the market will include Opera Software ASA's mobile browser, in addition to Microsoft Corp.'s browser.
Intel to launch new Centrino platform without HSDPA
(News) Just weeks before launching its new Centrino notebook platform, Intel Corp. said Wednesday it had cancelled plans to provide wireless access with an HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) module built by Nokia Corp.
(News) Just weeks before launching its new Centrino notebook platform, Intel Corp. said Wednesday it had cancelled plans to provide wireless access with an HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) module built by Nokia Corp.
Vista, Virtualization To Top 2007 Software Trends
(News) Top trends in software will include business solutions and productivity boosters.
(News) Top trends in software will include business solutions and productivity boosters.
2006: The Year in Security
(News) Online attacks, spam, and sneaky cybercrime top list of year's most common security issues.
(News) Online attacks, spam, and sneaky cybercrime top list of year's most common security issues.
Find the Best News Reader for You
(reviews) So much news on the Web, so little time to read it all. These tools and sites can help make you an incredibly well-informed person--in a hurry.
(reviews) So much news on the Web, so little time to read it all. These tools and sites can help make you an incredibly well-informed person--in a hurry.
Digital World Insider: iPod and iTunes Entertainment Extras
(news) Digital World Insider: iPod and iTunes Entertainment Extras
(news) Digital World Insider: iPod and iTunes Entertainment Extras
Full Disclosure: Microsoft Innovation--An Oxymoron
(howto) Full Disclosure: Microsoft Innovation--An Oxymoron
(howto) Full Disclosure: Microsoft Innovation--An Oxymoron
Full Disclosure: Broadband Speed That'll Send You
(howto) Full Disclosure: Broadband Speed That'll Send You
(howto) Full Disclosure: Broadband Speed That'll Send You
Three Minutes With Craig Newmark
(news) The Craig behind Craigslist speaks about his Web community's popularity and touches on the site's future.
(news) The Craig behind Craigslist speaks about his Web community's popularity and touches on the site's future.
Tech 2004: Where the Candidates Stand
(news) We uncover the candidates' views on Internet taxes, privacy, and other tech hot buttons.
(news) We uncover the candidates' views on Internet taxes, privacy, and other tech hot buttons.
Two Words from Bill Gates: Computer Science
(news) Microsoft founder also tells college students outsourcing jobs is not a 'zero-sum game.'
(news) Microsoft founder also tells college students outsourcing jobs is not a 'zero-sum game.'
Plugged In: Cheap, Incredibly Fast Net Access
(howto) Plus: Cell phone clubs, a store in your OS, and free streaming audio.
(howto) Plus: Cell phone clubs, a store in your OS, and free streaming audio.
Full Disclosure: The Last Manual You'll Ever Need!
(howto) How to use this column (or anything else) properly.
(howto) How to use this column (or anything else) properly.
Plugged In: Movies on Demand--Via the Internet
(howto) Plus: Creative's IPod killer, the Firefox browser, and double-core processors.
(howto) Plus: Creative's IPod killer, the Firefox browser, and double-core processors.
Full Disclosure: Finally, Instant Information Is at Hand
(howto) With a Web phone, you're always in the know.
(howto) With a Web phone, you're always in the know.
Plugged In: Real Wireless Broadband Here at Last
(howto) EvDO service arrives in two cities. Plus: Double-fast video, smart shoes, and upgradable notebook graphics.
(howto) EvDO service arrives in two cities. Plus: Double-fast video, smart shoes, and upgradable notebook graphics.
Plugged In: Free Wi-Fi Service Gets Easier to Find
(howto) Plus: Better bookmarks, son of Zip, and Intel stops talking gigahertz.
(howto) Plus: Better bookmarks, son of Zip, and Intel stops talking gigahertz.
E-Campaigns Gain Momentum Overseas
(news) The U.S. is lagging behind South Korea when it comes to wired politics.
(news) The U.S. is lagging behind South Korea when it comes to wired politics.
Full Disclosure: The Ultimate Personal Technology--Paper
(howto) Like the Tablet PC? You'll love this stuff.
(howto) Like the Tablet PC? You'll love this stuff.
The Human Element: Camera Phones Fuel Mobile Diaries
(news) So what if camera phones take lousy pictures? The fun is in the sharing--and chronicling the unexpected.
(news) So what if camera phones take lousy pictures? The fun is in the sharing--and chronicling the unexpected.
Left to My Devices: What Do You Wear With Your PDA and Cell Phone?
(reviews) Two high-tech sports jackets have pockets for all your stuff.
(reviews) Two high-tech sports jackets have pockets for all your stuff.
Plugged In: Beware of 'Phishy' E-Mail From the Bank
(howto) Plus: TiVo competitors, wearable MP3 players, and roaming with Wi-Fi.
(howto) Plus: TiVo competitors, wearable MP3 players, and roaming with Wi-Fi.
E-Ballots: Will Your Vote Count?
(news) Controversy surrounds new e-voting systems set for wide use in 2004 elections.
(news) Controversy surrounds new e-voting systems set for wide use in 2004 elections.
Full Disclosure: Is That a Computer in Your Living Room?
(howto) Media PCs: Almost ready for prime time.
(howto) Media PCs: Almost ready for prime time.
Plugged In: Would You Pay the IM Piper?
(howto) Plus: Notebooks go 3D, Zodiac gets game, and spam busters give up.
(howto) Plus: Notebooks go 3D, Zodiac gets game, and spam busters give up.
Plugged In: Devious Variations on an Old E-Mail Scam
(howto) Plus: Long-distance wireless, hi-def DVD, and Doom and Half-Life get real.
(howto) Plus: Long-distance wireless, hi-def DVD, and Doom and Half-Life get real.
Plugged In: Fast Net Access From Your Power Outlet
(howto) Plus: Jailing spammers, packing DVD bytes, and 64 bits from AMD.
(howto) Plus: Jailing spammers, packing DVD bytes, and 64 bits from AMD.
Plugged In: Identity Scams Plague Career Sites
(howto) Plus: McDonald's gets wireless, phones get game, and Everest gets Net.
(howto) Plus: McDonald's gets wireless, phones get game, and Everest gets Net.
Full Disclosure: Now Playing on Your Computer: Reality!
(howto) With PCs, truth is stranger than fiction. And dumber.
(howto) With PCs, truth is stranger than fiction. And dumber.
Up Front: Security Today? It's Patch as Patch Can
(howto) Until there's a cure for holey software, there's this month's cover story.
(howto) Until there's a cure for holey software, there's this month's cover story.
Full Disclosure: The More This PC World Changes...
(howto) Old tech, new tech: The resemblance is a little scary.
(howto) Old tech, new tech: The resemblance is a little scary.
20 Days Without a PC
(news) No e-mail, no word processor, no Google...no problem? Our reporter goes cold turkey and lives to tell the tale.
(news) No e-mail, no word processor, no Google...no problem? Our reporter goes cold turkey and lives to tell the tale.
Plugged In: Crackdown Coming on CD Copying
(howto) Plus: Gadgets get tossed, small biz gets help, and Big Brother gets nosy.
(howto) Plus: Gadgets get tossed, small biz gets help, and Big Brother gets nosy.
Up Front: The Revolution Will Be Televised
(howto) Or, how computers may dictate what's ahead for movies, music, and TV.
(howto) Or, how computers may dictate what's ahead for movies, music, and TV.
Tech Job Swap Program Promoted
(news) House approves Digital Tech Corps Act, which encourages job exchange between private and public tech workers.
(news) House approves Digital Tech Corps Act, which encourages job exchange between private and public tech workers.
Teleworkers Multiply, Thanks to the Net
(news) Businesses of all sizes accept telecommuting, but tech support faces a challenge, study says.
(news) Businesses of all sizes accept telecommuting, but tech support faces a challenge, study says.
The Palm Becomes a Palette
(news) Artists explore PDAs as a medium, with downloadable dancers and video exhibitions.
(news) Artists explore PDAs as a medium, with downloadable dancers and video exhibitions.
Raise Our Technological IQ, Researchers Say
(news) Researchers find we're not as savvy as we think--and suggest how to improve our technological literacy.
(news) Researchers find we're not as savvy as we think--and suggest how to improve our technological literacy.
2002 Nominees for the WPA Maggies Awards
(resource) A list of the online articles submitted to the Western Publishers Association for awards consideration.
(resource) A list of the online articles submitted to the Western Publishers Association for awards consideration.
20/20 Foresight
(reviews) Here are the 20 products, trends, and technologies that will change PCs in 2002--and beyond.
(reviews) Here are the 20 products, trends, and technologies that will change PCs in 2002--and beyond.
Web Savvy: Here's Looking at You, Webvan
(howto) There are Web sites that I'm sad to see go--and some that I'm not.
(howto) There are Web sites that I'm sad to see go--and some that I'm not.
Intel Pioneer Grove Recalls Life's Lessons
(news) Is escaping disease and oppression good training for leading a tech firm?
(news) Is escaping disease and oppression good training for leading a tech firm?
Comdex Fall 2001: Picks and Pans
(news) PCWorld.com gleans the best, the worst, and the weirdest among exhibitors and events.
(news) PCWorld.com gleans the best, the worst, and the weirdest among exhibitors and events.
Technology Cooks Chili for Good Cause
(news) Comdex ChiliFest benefits efforts to find missing kids in United States and worldwide.
(news) Comdex ChiliFest benefits efforts to find missing kids in United States and worldwide.
Comdex 2001: Fast Wares, Good Prices, Small Crowds
(news) Security concerns (and products) draw interest, standards emerge, and the PC makes a comeback.
(news) Security concerns (and products) draw interest, standards emerge, and the PC makes a comeback.
Windows Tips: A Better Start for Your Documents Menu
(howto) Make the Documents menu display the file and folder shortcuts you want to see, use Windows' built-in glossary, optimize Windows' performance.
(howto) Make the Documents menu display the file and folder shortcuts you want to see, use Windows' built-in glossary, optimize Windows' performance.
Picks and Pans at TechXNY (PC Expo)
(news) The once-grand show is losing steam, but among the ruins we find a few products to love (and a few to mock).
(news) The once-grand show is losing steam, but among the ruins we find a few products to love (and a few to mock).
Celebrity Mice Going, Going, Gone
(news) Martha Stewart and others make art out of computer mice for charity.
(news) Martha Stewart and others make art out of computer mice for charity.
Find the Right Job Online
(howto) Web sites can put job hunting at your fingertips, but digital want ads can be strewn with false leads. We list five key steps to help you focus your search, avoid wasting time, show your strong points, and nail down that dream job.
(howto) Web sites can put job hunting at your fingertips, but digital want ads can be strewn with false leads. We list five key steps to help you focus your search, avoid wasting time, show your strong points, and nail down that dream job.
Tech Skills Help Blend Work, Home Lives
(news) Instead of fighting the trend, people embrace tools to better manage an integrated lifestyle, study shows.
(news) Instead of fighting the trend, people embrace tools to better manage an integrated lifestyle, study shows.
Dot-Com Deaths Won't Kill Internet Economy
(news) Companies continue to embrace the Net with positive results for themselves and customers, study says.
(news) Companies continue to embrace the Net with positive results for themselves and customers, study says.
Comdex Preview: Can You Say Internet?
(news) Systems take a back seat to all things Internet at the tech industry's biggest show.
(news) Systems take a back seat to all things Internet at the tech industry's biggest show.
Priceline.com Affiliates Close Their Digital Doors
(news) Priceline WebHouse Club joins Perfect YardSale in ranks of failed Priceline affiliates.
(news) Priceline WebHouse Club joins Perfect YardSale in ranks of failed Priceline affiliates.