Microsoft delays open-sourcing of Windows 7 tool
Microsoft has delayed re-releasing a Windows 7 installation tool that it has admitted included open-source code, saying that it's still testing the revamped utility.
Favorite Windows 7 Features
Now that I've finally finished migrating to Windows 7, I'm enjoying it. This week I'll talk about three new features that I find really useful: Aero Snap, Sticky Notes, and thumbnail previews--and I'll tell you how to get the most from them.
Three Reasons Microsoft Should Be Thankful
This is the time of year to be thankful for the good things in your life: family, friends, health, a job, a smartphone, a virus-free computer.
Troubleshoot Windows Remotely Over the Net
Whether you're an IT pro or the go-to geek in your social circle, often the biggest hassle in fixing a computer problem is simply getting to the PC that needs help. Fortunately, Microsoft offers a few good Internet-based options that simplify the task of connecting to a troubled system.
Microsoft debuts 'streaming' Office 2010 beta
Microsoft has launched the beta of Office Home and Business 2010 and is delivering the preview using its new "streaming" download technology.
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I heard mention that the Chrome OS will have some sort of encryption available a la bitlocker. If it's possible to encrypt personal data using another password or key, then it may have potential for very secure data.... And Ubuntu has an 'encrypt home directory' option, perhaps google should follow suit.
- Dann
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