November 22, 2009
Features Index
13 PC Security Threats for 2010
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published November 20, 2009
Security firm Symantec predicts the leading threats for next year, covering areas like Mac, Windows, and social networking.
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published November 20, 2009
Security firm Symantec predicts the leading threats for next year, covering areas like Mac, Windows, and social networking.
Google Claims Chrome Boots PC in 7 Seconds
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 20, 2009
Sending a shot across the bow of Apple and Microsoft, Google says its new Chrome OS will turn on a PC as fast as a TV.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 20, 2009
Sending a shot across the bow of Apple and Microsoft, Google says its new Chrome OS will turn on a PC as fast as a TV.
Why Android Could Fail
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published November 18, 2009
Google’s Android platform faces colossal challenges in all three of the factors that determine success in the handheld market.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published November 18, 2009
Google’s Android platform faces colossal challenges in all three of the factors that determine success in the handheld market.
Tech Comics: "The User and the Geek"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published November 20, 2009
As hard as they try to bridge the gap, users and geeks simply do not speak the same language.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published November 20, 2009
As hard as they try to bridge the gap, users and geeks simply do not speak the same language.
Is Cloud Computing Ready for Prime Time?
By David Needle | Features Article Published November 19, 2009
Interest in cloud computing is rising, but barriers like complexity and lack of infrastructure foundation are slowing adoption.
By David Needle | Features Article Published November 19, 2009
Interest in cloud computing is rising, but barriers like complexity and lack of infrastructure foundation are slowing adoption.
Microsoft to Launch Azure Cloud in Early 2010
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 18, 2009
The software giant's all-encompassing cloud computing initiative will be a free service for its first month.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 18, 2009
The software giant's all-encompassing cloud computing initiative will be a free service for its first month.
U.S. Gov Can Stop Only 80% of Cyber-Attacks
By Kenneth Corbin | Features Article Published November 18, 2009
A senior government official concedes that hackers tend to be one step ahead.
By Kenneth Corbin | Features Article Published November 18, 2009
A senior government official concedes that hackers tend to be one step ahead.
Windows HPC Server 2008 Goes Beta
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published November 17, 2009
Microsoft has moved Windows HPC Server 2008 R2 -- the server tuned for HPC settings -- into beta testing.
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published November 17, 2009
Microsoft has moved Windows HPC Server 2008 R2 -- the server tuned for HPC settings -- into beta testing.
IBM Launches Cloud Computing Service
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 16, 2009
IBM's new cloud initiative will compete with cloud computing companies such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Salesforce.com.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 16, 2009
IBM's new cloud initiative will compete with cloud computing companies such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Salesforce.com.
Are You a Blue Collar or White Collar Developer?
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published November 15, 2009
Among software developers these differences aren’t always discussed, yet the differences are real – or are they?
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published November 15, 2009
Among software developers these differences aren’t always discussed, yet the differences are real – or are they?
It's Free: Microsoft's Ad-Supported Office 2010
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published November 13, 2009
Volunteers will start testing a free, ad-supported version of Microsoft's flagship Office 2010 software.
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published November 13, 2009
Volunteers will start testing a free, ad-supported version of Microsoft's flagship Office 2010 software.
Hacker Claims First Windows 7 'Zero Day'
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published November 13, 2009
A hacker who discovered a problem in the Windows 7 RC has published proof-of-concept code to cause crashes in the current release.
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published November 13, 2009
A hacker who discovered a problem in the Windows 7 RC has published proof-of-concept code to cause crashes in the current release.
HP Snaps Up 3Com, Tech Mergers Heat Up
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 12, 2009
HP's deal to acquire network equipment maker 3Com is part of a wave of deals, as tech companies encroach on each other's turf.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 12, 2009
HP's deal to acquire network equipment maker 3Com is part of a wave of deals, as tech companies encroach on each other's turf.
Tech Comics: "Automatic Email Completion (and Love)"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published November 13, 2009
Email clients automatically fill in an address after you type in a few letters, which can lead to problems.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published November 13, 2009
Email clients automatically fill in an address after you type in a few letters, which can lead to problems.
Who Killed Black Friday?
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published November 11, 2009
Sure, Black Friday is still a great day for deal, but the Internet has done away with the traditional “one day only” Black Friday concept.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published November 11, 2009
Sure, Black Friday is still a great day for deal, but the Internet has done away with the traditional “one day only” Black Friday concept.
Cyber Threats Threaten Feds Daily
By Kenneth Corbin | Features Article Published November 11, 2009
Security professionals at civilian agencies said that independent foreign hackers and poorly coded software gave them the most headaches.
By Kenneth Corbin | Features Article Published November 11, 2009
Security professionals at civilian agencies said that independent foreign hackers and poorly coded software gave them the most headaches.
Tech Rebound: Chip Sales Up Sharply in Q3
By Andy Patrizio | Features Article Published November 10, 2009
PC microprocessor zoomed to all-time record levels in Q3, suggesting rosier times for the tech sector.
By Andy Patrizio | Features Article Published November 10, 2009
PC microprocessor zoomed to all-time record levels in Q3, suggesting rosier times for the tech sector.
Smartphone Battle: Samsung vs. Nokia
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 10, 2009
Cell phone titans Samsung and Nokia are maneuvering to win the battle with smartphone rivals like iPhone and Blackberry.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 10, 2009
Cell phone titans Samsung and Nokia are maneuvering to win the battle with smartphone rivals like iPhone and Blackberry.
LinkedIn and Twitter Form Partnership
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 10, 2009
Users of LinkedIn and Twitter can now easily cross-file to each other's services.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 10, 2009
Users of LinkedIn and Twitter can now easily cross-file to each other's services.
Is Salesforce.com an Acquisition Target?
By Jeff Vance | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
The rumors are constant, yet Salesforce.com is doing just fine on its own – for now
By Jeff Vance | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
The rumors are constant, yet Salesforce.com is doing just fine on its own – for now
Using XP After Upgrading to Windows 7
By Eric Geier | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
Microsoft offers a downloadable program called Windows XP Mode that enables you to access the entire XP desktop in Windows 7. Use it to run legacy applications or for day-to-day use.
By Eric Geier | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
Microsoft offers a downloadable program called Windows XP Mode that enables you to access the entire XP desktop in Windows 7. Use it to run legacy applications or for day-to-day use.
Will Andoid Kill the iPhone?
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
Sure, the iPhone is sexy, but Google's Android mobile platform has some unbeatable advantages.
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
Sure, the iPhone is sexy, but Google's Android mobile platform has some unbeatable advantages.
Security Report: Firefox Most Vulnerable
By | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
A security vendor's report indicates that Firefox suffers the most vulnerabilities of any browser.
By | Features Article Published November 9, 2009
A security vendor's report indicates that Firefox suffers the most vulnerabilities of any browser.
Netbook Top Sellers: Acer, Asus, Samsung
By David Needle | Features Article Published November 6, 2009
Netbooks are enjoying zooming sales figures, with Acer, Asus, Samsung as the top netbook sellers.
By David Needle | Features Article Published November 6, 2009
Netbooks are enjoying zooming sales figures, with Acer, Asus, Samsung as the top netbook sellers.
IT Management: It's Organic, Not Digital
By Steve Andriole | Features Article Published November 4, 2009
Effective tech management isn’t about machines, it’s about changing stupid processes and deranged corporate cultures.
By Steve Andriole | Features Article Published November 4, 2009
Effective tech management isn’t about machines, it’s about changing stupid processes and deranged corporate cultures.
Microsoft to Open Cloud Center in Asia
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 4, 2009
To open next year, the cloud computing facility in Taiwan will be the software company's first Asian foray into the emerging cloud computing industry.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 4, 2009
To open next year, the cloud computing facility in Taiwan will be the software company's first Asian foray into the emerging cloud computing industry.
Tech Comics: "Enterprise Architecture Made Easy"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published November 6, 2009
Sometimes an obscure-looking flowchart is easy to understand than it first appears.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published November 6, 2009
Sometimes an obscure-looking flowchart is easy to understand than it first appears.
Cloud Computing Allies: Cisco, VMware, EMC
By Sean Michael Kerner | Features Article Published November 4, 2009
Cisco, VMware, EMC will partner to help companies set up virtualization and move to private cloud infrastructures.
By Sean Michael Kerner | Features Article Published November 4, 2009
Cisco, VMware, EMC will partner to help companies set up virtualization and move to private cloud infrastructures.
In Defense of Steve Ballmer
By Rob Enderle | Features Article Published November 3, 2009
An industry observer rebuts a recent opinion piece in Newsweek calling Ballmer’s tenure a “lost decade” for Microsoft.
By Rob Enderle | Features Article Published November 3, 2009
An industry observer rebuts a recent opinion piece in Newsweek calling Ballmer’s tenure a “lost decade” for Microsoft.
Cisco, EMC: Cloud Partners?
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 2, 2009
EMC and Cisco Systems are partnering to sell a new line of networking gear, computers and storage equipment designed for use with cloud computing, according to sources familiar with their plans.
By Reuters | Features Article Published November 2, 2009
EMC and Cisco Systems are partnering to sell a new line of networking gear, computers and storage equipment designed for use with cloud computing, according to sources familiar with their plans.
Free, Comprehensive Windows Patch Notification: Secunia
By Michael Horowitz | Features Article Published November 2, 2009
Microsoft issues patches for its own software, but Windows apps from other vendors remain a problem. Secunia offers a free online software inspector for patch notification.
By Michael Horowitz | Features Article Published November 2, 2009
Microsoft issues patches for its own software, but Windows apps from other vendors remain a problem. Secunia offers a free online software inspector for patch notification.
Web Domain Addresses to Use World Languages
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 30, 2009
Internet URLs will no longer be strictly in the Latin alphabet used by English speakers, a move that should increase global Web use.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 30, 2009
Internet URLs will no longer be strictly in the Latin alphabet used by English speakers, a move that should increase global Web use.
Facebook Scores Victory over Spammers
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 30, 2009
Facebook was awarded $711.2 million in damages relating to an anti-spam case against Internet marketer Sanford Wallace.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 30, 2009
Facebook was awarded $711.2 million in damages relating to an anti-spam case against Internet marketer Sanford Wallace.
Amazon Unveils Cloud-Based Relational DB
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published October 28, 2009
Offering an on-demand relational database is an effort to provide clients greater flexibility.
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published October 28, 2009
Offering an on-demand relational database is an effort to provide clients greater flexibility.
Tech Comics: "If Microsoft Had Developed Twitter"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 30, 2009
Clearly, the microblogging service would be far different than it is today.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 30, 2009
Clearly, the microblogging service would be far different than it is today.
7 Reasons Why Microsoft Should Make PCs
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 28, 2009
The company already sells Microsoft-branded keyboards, webcams and game consoles. Moving into the PC hardware market would boost its prospects for continued dominance.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 28, 2009
The company already sells Microsoft-branded keyboards, webcams and game consoles. Moving into the PC hardware market would boost its prospects for continued dominance.
Dual-Booting Linux And Windows: Easier Said than Done
By Matt Hartley | Features Article Published October 28, 2009
Despite claims by advanced users, confusion abounds when trying to run two OSes. Here are some possible solutions.
By Matt Hartley | Features Article Published October 28, 2009
Despite claims by advanced users, confusion abounds when trying to run two OSes. Here are some possible solutions.
Google Voice: Keep Your Cell Number
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 27, 2009
Google Voice service users don't need to switch to a special phone number, an option that greatly broadens the new service's appeal.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 27, 2009
Google Voice service users don't need to switch to a special phone number, an option that greatly broadens the new service's appeal.
Cisco to Acquire SaaS Security Firm ScanSafe
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 27, 2009
ScanSafe offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model where applications are licensed to companies for on-demand use.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 27, 2009
ScanSafe offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model where applications are licensed to companies for on-demand use.
Augmented Reality Apps Envision Big Bucks
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published October 26, 2009
A recent report suggests that the potential for augmented reality apps to deliver eyeballs could produce major advertising revenue.
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published October 26, 2009
A recent report suggests that the potential for augmented reality apps to deliver eyeballs could produce major advertising revenue.
Top Ten 2010 Tech Trends
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
The cloud, social media, virtualization, and mobile apps are among the leaders, according to Gartner.
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
The cloud, social media, virtualization, and mobile apps are among the leaders, according to Gartner.
Five Challenges Facing Windows 7
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
Pre-release response to Windows 7 has been remarkably positive. Yet factors like the economy, drivers and user trust still confront the new OS.
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
Pre-release response to Windows 7 has been remarkably positive. Yet factors like the economy, drivers and user trust still confront the new OS.
Windows 7 Survey: Apple Will Miss Vista
By Rob Enderle | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
A survey suggests a relatively rapid deployment of Windows 7 over the near term future.
By Rob Enderle | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
A survey suggests a relatively rapid deployment of Windows 7 over the near term future.
Why iPhone and Kindle Will Continue to Rule
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
Tech prognosticators are making faulty predictions based on an over-estimation of a link between product "quality" and unit sales, and an underestimation of the power of human nature on the decision-making process.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 21, 2009
Tech prognosticators are making faulty predictions based on an over-estimation of a link between product "quality" and unit sales, and an underestimation of the power of human nature on the decision-making process.
Tech Comics: "Twitter and Short Things"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 23, 2009
Twitter users are necessarily fond of short things.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 23, 2009
Twitter users are necessarily fond of short things.
Two Studies: IT Set to Adopt Windows 7
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published October 20, 2009
Windows 7 will become the new standard for most commercial PCs within 12 months, according to recent reports.
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published October 20, 2009
Windows 7 will become the new standard for most commercial PCs within 12 months, according to recent reports.
Run a Business from Your iPhone: The Best Apps
By Troy Dreier | Features Article Published October 20, 2009
The entrepreneur who ran a business completely from his iPhone talks about the apps he used. Plus: a list of the essential business iPhone apps.
By Troy Dreier | Features Article Published October 20, 2009
The entrepreneur who ran a business completely from his iPhone talks about the apps he used. Plus: a list of the essential business iPhone apps.
Fake 'Security' Software on Many PCs
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 19, 2009
Scammers plant fake security alerts that offers "security software" that actually downloads malware.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 19, 2009
Scammers plant fake security alerts that offers "security software" that actually downloads malware.
Are Software Developers Naturally Weird?
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published October 18, 2009
Looking back at the strange software developer he’s worked with, one veteran coder asks the obvious question.
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published October 18, 2009
Looking back at the strange software developer he’s worked with, one veteran coder asks the obvious question.
Oracle Sees Bright Horizons with Sun
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 16, 2009
Oracle hopes the deal will help more than double revenue within five years.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 16, 2009
Oracle hopes the deal will help more than double revenue within five years.
Top 200 Tech Blogs: The Datamation 2009 List
By James Maguire | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
Tech blogs that are current and insightful, chosen from all the major categories of technology.
By James Maguire | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
Tech blogs that are current and insightful, chosen from all the major categories of technology.
Tech Comics: "Stallman and Windows 7"
By | Features Article Published October 16, 2009
There's at least one way to make a Windows 7 launch party quite a bit more fun.
By | Features Article Published October 16, 2009
There's at least one way to make a Windows 7 launch party quite a bit more fun.
Cloud Storage Industry Sets Standards
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published October 15, 2009
The newly formed Cloud Storage Initiative (CSI) will work to create consensus on technical specifications for the emerging cloud storage industry.
By Larry Barrett | Features Article Published October 15, 2009
The newly formed Cloud Storage Initiative (CSI) will work to create consensus on technical specifications for the emerging cloud storage industry.
Do You Have 'Offline Stress Disorder'?
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 14, 2009
Fueled by Facebook and the iPhone, Offline Stress Disorder is state of anxiety caused by knowledge that an Internet connection is not available.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 14, 2009
Fueled by Facebook and the iPhone, Offline Stress Disorder is state of anxiety caused by knowledge that an Internet connection is not available.
IT Spending to Jump, Dell CEO Says
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 14, 2009
A major hardware refresh will begin next year, Dell CEO Michael Dell opines.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 14, 2009
A major hardware refresh will begin next year, Dell CEO Michael Dell opines.
What's Driving SaaS Adoption?
By Larry Marion | Features Article Published October 13, 2009
Hint: it has to do with cost. Plus: the optimum value may come from a combination of SaaS and on-premise, especially for large companies.
By Larry Marion | Features Article Published October 13, 2009
Hint: it has to do with cost. Plus: the optimum value may come from a combination of SaaS and on-premise, especially for large companies.
Oracle's Integration Play: Beyond Databases
By Andy Patrizio | Features Article Published October 13, 2009
When Oracle acquires companies -- a frequent occurrence -- it takes products and increases investment in them, it does not decrease them, executives claim.
By Andy Patrizio | Features Article Published October 13, 2009
When Oracle acquires companies -- a frequent occurrence -- it takes products and increases investment in them, it does not decrease them, executives claim.
Windows 7 Tips: Getting Started
By Eric Geier | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
A guide to installing Windows 7 from a USB flash drive, changing the default browser, disabling the InPrivate Browsing ability, and more.
By Eric Geier | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
A guide to installing Windows 7 from a USB flash drive, changing the default browser, disabling the InPrivate Browsing ability, and more.
Cisco's Virtual NICs Boosts its Unified Computing
By Sean Michael Kerner | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
Cisco is adding a Virtual Interface Card to its UCS system, enabling the network interface to scale up and be more flexible to the increased virtual machine traffic.
By Sean Michael Kerner | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
Cisco is adding a Virtual Interface Card to its UCS system, enabling the network interface to scale up and be more flexible to the increased virtual machine traffic.
India to be World Tech Leader, Forbes Says
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
As software companies move up in the value chain, India's strength in the service sector will emerge strongly, opines Forbes CEO Steve Forbes.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 12, 2009
As software companies move up in the value chain, India's strength in the service sector will emerge strongly, opines Forbes CEO Steve Forbes.
Sandboxie: Keeping Malware Off Your PC
By Michael Horowitz | Features Article Published October 9, 2009
Malware can infect your PC from anywhere on the Web, but the free Sandboxie application effectively blocks it.
By Michael Horowitz | Features Article Published October 9, 2009
Malware can infect your PC from anywhere on the Web, but the free Sandboxie application effectively blocks it.
Twitter in Search Engine Negotations
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 9, 2009
Twitter is negotiating with Microsoft and Google to license its tweetstream to the companies' search engines.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 9, 2009
Twitter is negotiating with Microsoft and Google to license its tweetstream to the companies' search engines.
Tech Comics: "Real Time Internet"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 9, 2009
Communicating over the Internet may not be as interesting as originally hoped.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 9, 2009
Communicating over the Internet may not be as interesting as originally hoped.
Dell to Launch U.S. Smartphone
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 8, 2009
Dell will use Google's Android mobile software on carrier AT&T's network for its first venture into the remarkably competitive U.S. cellphone arena.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 8, 2009
Dell will use Google's Android mobile software on carrier AT&T's network for its first venture into the remarkably competitive U.S. cellphone arena.
How to Fail Miserably as a SaaS Company
By Abraham Sultan | Features Article Published October 6, 2009
It’s surprisingly easy to fail as a SaaS vendor – there are myriad ways. Still, you might want some helpful advice.
By Abraham Sultan | Features Article Published October 6, 2009
It’s surprisingly easy to fail as a SaaS vendor – there are myriad ways. Still, you might want some helpful advice.
Young Developers Get Old Mainframers’ Jobs
By Edward J. Joyce | Features Article Published October 7, 2009
Industry observers have predicted the death of the mainframe for years – but young developers are still needed to replace their aging predecessors.
By Edward J. Joyce | Features Article Published October 7, 2009
Industry observers have predicted the death of the mainframe for years – but young developers are still needed to replace their aging predecessors.
Video Conferencing: Why Isn't It More Successful?
By Rob Enderle | Features Article Published October 6, 2009
For video conferencing to be successful it needs to embrace social networking and foster higher quality personal interaction.
By Rob Enderle | Features Article Published October 6, 2009
For video conferencing to be successful it needs to embrace social networking and foster higher quality personal interaction.
Is There Such a Thing as a "Best" Browser?
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published October 5, 2009
The dominant Internet Explorer is now a lumbering old fish, yet are any of the browsers truly better?
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published October 5, 2009
The dominant Internet Explorer is now a lumbering old fish, yet are any of the browsers truly better?
The Agony and Ecstasy of RAID
By Scott Alan Miller | Features Article Published October 5, 2009
Datacenters that include RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks) face considerable risks – but those risks can be managed.
By Scott Alan Miller | Features Article Published October 5, 2009
Datacenters that include RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks) face considerable risks – but those risks can be managed.
IBM Challenges Google's Webmail Dominance
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 2, 2009
Seeking to capitlize on Google's recent outages, IBM will start selling its LotusLive iNotes. The lightweight email service will cost $36 per user per year, about 25 percent less than what Google charges for a more robust product.
By Reuters | Features Article Published October 2, 2009
Seeking to capitlize on Google's recent outages, IBM will start selling its LotusLive iNotes. The lightweight email service will cost $36 per user per year, about 25 percent less than what Google charges for a more robust product.
Tech Comics: "The Longest Tail"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 2, 2009
The popular tech theory of "The Long Tail" has an additional, little know meaning.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published October 2, 2009
The popular tech theory of "The Long Tail" has an additional, little know meaning.
The Future Has No Moving Parts (Or Hard Disks or Keyboards…)
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 1, 2009
All tech trend lines point to the total elimination of funky contraptions that use gears, wheels, spokes and other industrial-revolution technologies.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published October 1, 2009
All tech trend lines point to the total elimination of funky contraptions that use gears, wheels, spokes and other industrial-revolution technologies.
Mobile Cloud Computing: Is Your Phone Drifting to the Cloud?
By Jeff Vance | Features Article Published October 2, 2009
The mobile cloud computing market is expanding rapidly, yet obstacles still remain to market saturation.
By Jeff Vance | Features Article Published October 2, 2009
The mobile cloud computing market is expanding rapidly, yet obstacles still remain to market saturation.
Steve Ballmer Describes Tech's "New Normal"
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published October 1, 2009
The economic calamity has created a lowered sense of expectations, opines the Microsoft CEO.
By Stuart J. Johnston | Features Article Published October 1, 2009
The economic calamity has created a lowered sense of expectations, opines the Microsoft CEO.
Surviving Windows 7: FAQ
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published October 1, 2009
Here’s what you need to know to upgrade to Windows 7 – and be happy with your system once it’s running.
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published October 1, 2009
Here’s what you need to know to upgrade to Windows 7 – and be happy with your system once it’s running.
Upgrading Windows XP to Windows 7: Advice and Shortcuts
By Andy Rathbone | Features Article Published September 28, 2009
Windows XP users who skipped Vista face headaches when upgrading to Windows 7. Here’s an insider’s guide to migrating from XP to Windows 7 as easily as possible. Plus: upgrading netbooks and solving email problems.
By Andy Rathbone | Features Article Published September 28, 2009
Windows XP users who skipped Vista face headaches when upgrading to Windows 7. Here’s an insider’s guide to migrating from XP to Windows 7 as easily as possible. Plus: upgrading netbooks and solving email problems.
IPhone MMS (Finally) Available
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published September 28, 2009
The activation of MMS for the iPhone 3GS and 3G finally delivers on AT&T's promises to deliver the feature.
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published September 28, 2009
The activation of MMS for the iPhone 3GS and 3G finally delivers on AT&T's promises to deliver the feature.
17 Notably Bad Products from Great Tech Companies
By David Strom | Features Article Published September 24, 2009
As these products demonstrate, even the best tech companies can lay an egg on occasion.
By David Strom | Features Article Published September 24, 2009
As these products demonstrate, even the best tech companies can lay an egg on occasion.
Tech Comics: "Programmers are Artists"
By | Features Article Published September 25, 2009
Software developers can use code to accomplish more than the building of great applications.
By | Features Article Published September 25, 2009
Software developers can use code to accomplish more than the building of great applications.
Why Microsoft’s ‘Courier' Tablet Will Never Exist
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published September 23, 2009
Despite the hype, there are at least six good reasons why the Microsoft tablet will exist only in the fevered imaginations of A-list bloggers.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published September 23, 2009
Despite the hype, there are at least six good reasons why the Microsoft tablet will exist only in the fevered imaginations of A-list bloggers.
IT Still (Mostly) Clueless about Users
By Larry Marion | Features Article Published September 23, 2009
Attitudes toward the value of technology vary greatly between IT managers and the employees using that technology.
By Larry Marion | Features Article Published September 23, 2009
Attitudes toward the value of technology vary greatly between IT managers and the employees using that technology.
50 Free iPhone Apps for Business Travelers
By Troy Dreier | Features Article Published September 23, 2009
A free iPhone app is no risk: keep the ones that help your business and delete the others.
By Troy Dreier | Features Article Published September 23, 2009
A free iPhone app is no risk: keep the ones that help your business and delete the others.
iPhone 3.1 Upgraders Complain to Apple
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published September 22, 2009
iPhone owners who upgraded to the new operating system 3.1 are complaining that battery life falls short after updating to the new OS.
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published September 22, 2009
iPhone owners who upgraded to the new operating system 3.1 are complaining that battery life falls short after updating to the new OS.
Torvalds: Linux is "Huge and Bloated"
By Sean Michael Kerner | Features Article Published September 22, 2009
The famed creator of the Linux OS decries its current shape, saying "it's a bit sad."
By Sean Michael Kerner | Features Article Published September 22, 2009
The famed creator of the Linux OS decries its current shape, saying "it's a bit sad."
Why Developers Get Fired
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published September 20, 2009
There are many reasons developers get fired. So take off the ear buds, close down your 20 Skype threads and take some time to think about what you can do to prevent this from happening to you.
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published September 20, 2009
There are many reasons developers get fired. So take off the ear buds, close down your 20 Skype threads and take some time to think about what you can do to prevent this from happening to you.
Google: Apple Blocked iPhone Voice App
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 21, 2009
Google claims Apple flatly rejected its Google Voice application for the iPhone -- in contrast to what Apple told regulators last month.
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 21, 2009
Google claims Apple flatly rejected its Google Voice application for the iPhone -- in contrast to what Apple told regulators last month.
Dell to Acquire Perot Systems for $3.9 billion
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 21, 2009
Some analysts called the acquisition too pricey for comfort.
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 21, 2009
Some analysts called the acquisition too pricey for comfort.
Microsoft Launches Lawsuit Against 'Malvertisers'
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 18, 2009
Harmful online advertisers are now a legal target of the software giant.
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 18, 2009
Harmful online advertisers are now a legal target of the software giant.
Is China Cyber-Stealing Your Secrets?
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published September 17, 2009
The US government says China is capable of stealing your secrets -- and may successfully do so, unless you take precautions.
By Mike Elgan | Features Article Published September 17, 2009
The US government says China is capable of stealing your secrets -- and may successfully do so, unless you take precautions.
Tech Comics: "Love on Twitter"
By | Features Article Published September 18, 2009
Twitter's communication protocols make expressing affection that much easier.
By | Features Article Published September 18, 2009
Twitter's communication protocols make expressing affection that much easier.
Understanding Different Twitter Account Types
By David Strom | Features Article Published September 17, 2009
Knowing the various Twitter accounts will help you reach a larger audience.
By David Strom | Features Article Published September 17, 2009
Knowing the various Twitter accounts will help you reach a larger audience.
Enterprise IT vs. Mobile Devices
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published September 16, 2009
Plenty of staffers now use their personal handheld for company business, creating myriad security and policy challenges.
By Michelle Megna | Features Article Published September 16, 2009
Plenty of staffers now use their personal handheld for company business, creating myriad security and policy challenges.
Facebook (Finally) Makes Money
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 16, 2009
Now with 300 million users, the social networking giant is making ends meet. Users are spending money on the site.
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 16, 2009
Now with 300 million users, the social networking giant is making ends meet. Users are spending money on the site.
Gaming on the iPhone Stinks!
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published September 15, 2009
Sure, Apple claims otherwise, but the platform’s drawbacks are hard to paper over.
By Adrian Kingsley-Hughes | Features Article Published September 15, 2009
Sure, Apple claims otherwise, but the platform’s drawbacks are hard to paper over.
Does Quality Software Code Really Matter?
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published September 14, 2009
Taking steps to prevent bugs and unnecessary code complexity can sidestep tomorrow's maintenance headache. Why is it such a low priority?
By Eric Spiegel | Features Article Published September 14, 2009
Taking steps to prevent bugs and unnecessary code complexity can sidestep tomorrow's maintenance headache. Why is it such a low priority?
Big Changes at Intel
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 14, 2009
The dominant chip maker is restructuring its business in the wake of a major departure.
By Reuters | Features Article Published September 14, 2009
The dominant chip maker is restructuring its business in the wake of a major departure.
Internet Explorer 8 Fixes: Privacy and Efficiency
By Eric Geier | Features Article Published September 10, 2009
Remove your history, prevent coloring of tabs, start from the InPrivateBrowsing mode, and other helps tips for Internet Explorer 8.
By Eric Geier | Features Article Published September 10, 2009
Remove your history, prevent coloring of tabs, start from the InPrivateBrowsing mode, and other helps tips for Internet Explorer 8.
AMD Touts New Chip Branding Strategy
By Andy Patrizio | Features Article Published September 11, 2009
Consumers don't know hyperthreading from hyperbole and don't care about gigahertz anymore, AMD claims, as it move in a new direction.
By Andy Patrizio | Features Article Published September 11, 2009
Consumers don't know hyperthreading from hyperbole and don't care about gigahertz anymore, AMD claims, as it move in a new direction.
Tech Comics: "Smartphones vs. Humans"
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published September 11, 2009
If smartphones get any smarter, we humans may be in trouble.
By Oliver Widder | Features Article Published September 11, 2009
If smartphones get any smarter, we humans may be in trouble.
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