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Global CIO: Steve Jobs Is Bugs Bunny But Microsoft Is Elmer Fudd

Bob Evans — Wed, 9 Dec 2009 08:15:00 EST

Column about how Apple and Steve Jobs operate like Bugs Bunny, while Microsoft bumbles along like Elmer Fudd.

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Microsoft Patches Zero-Day Internet Explorer Hole

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 8 Dec 2009 17:45:00 EST

The company issued 74 Security Bulletins in 2009, compared to 78 in 2008 and 69 in 2007, excluding out-of-band updates.

Google Releases Chrome For Mac, Linux

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 8 Dec 2009 16:20:00 EST

Over a year after the release of Google Chrome for Windows, Mac and Linux beta versions have arrived.

Cisco Security Report Sees Social Media Risk

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 8 Dec 2009 15:53:00 EST

Bad passwords, inconsistent patching, excessive information sharing, and outdated AV software are key ingredients in what Cisco calls a security "nightmare formula."

Microsoft Dismisses BitLocker Threat

Paul McDougall — Tue, 8 Dec 2009 15:17:00 EST

Software maker claims vulnerability exposed by researchers unlikely to occur in "real world."

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Windows 7 Family Pack Discontinued

Paul McDougall — Tue, 8 Dec 2009 08:49:00 EST

Microsoft pulls multi-license discount offer as holiday shopping kicks into gear.

Google Reinvents Search For Mobile Era

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 8 Dec 2009 06:05:00 EST

Search is moving beyond keywords and desktop interaction into the wider world.

Microsoft To Kill Windows XP SP2 Support

Paul McDougall — Mon, 7 Dec 2009 12:38:00 EST

Software maker eyes cutoff date for support for XP, as well as for Windows 2000.

Online Gamers Soaked For Cash: Lawsuit

United Press International — Mon, 7 Dec 2009 11:22:59 EST

An online game developer is using deceptive offers to illegally soak Facebook users for millions of dollars, a California class-action lawsuit alleges.

Microsoft, Yahoo Finalize Search Deal

Paul McDougall — Mon, 7 Dec 2009 09:15:00 EST

Companies hope to formally close agreement in early 2010.

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Bing Back After Outage

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 4 Dec 2009 13:01:00 EST

Microsoft is investigating what happened in an effort to prevent future downtime.

Patch Tuesday: No Black Screen Fix

Paul McDougall — Fri, 4 Dec 2009 11:17:00 EST

Thousands of Windows users have download a tool in hopes of fixing critical bug, but Microsoft has yet to solve issue.

Microsoft Warns Piracy Surge Brings Malware

Thomas Claburn — Thu, 3 Dec 2009 18:10:00 EST

Amid rising complaints about infected counterfeit software, Microsoft is redoubling its anti-piracy work.

Black Screen Of Death Hits 50,000 PCs

Paul McDougall — Thu, 3 Dec 2009 12:58:00 EST

Thousands of Microsoft Windows users download tool in hopes of fixing critical bug.

Bing Launches Streetside Maps

Paul McDougall — Thu, 3 Dec 2009 09:19:00 EST

Google competitor lets users take a virtual walk around town.

Microsoft Says Patch Isn't Cause Of Black Screen

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 1 Dec 2009 17:59:00 EST

Black screen issues are not widespread and may be caused by malware, Microsoft insists.

HP Unveils 'Elite' Business Desktop

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:42:00 EST

The Compaq 8000 Elite features power efficiency and security features meant to appeal to the enterprise.

Office 2010 Ship Date Revealed

Paul McDougall — Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:02:00 EST

Microsoft confirms Internet rumors surrounding release of next software suite.

Bing, Google, Yahoo Searches Sought Michael Jackson

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 1 Dec 2009 14:47:00 EST

Celebrities and entertainment figured prominently in the year's top searches.

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AT&T, LG Intro 1 GHz Smartphone

Marin Perez — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:29:00 EST

The eXpo is the first major U.S. smartphone to feature a 1-GHz processor, an integrated mobile projector, and a fingerprint sensor.

'Black Screen of Death' Linked To Microsoft Patch

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:37:00 EST

A recent Microsoft security fix has been fingered as one of several possible causes of black screen Windows crashes.

Microsoft Azure Supports Federated ID

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

A federated identity can be used to provide a single sign on to multiple applications, both in the enterprise and in the cloud.

Microsoft Issues Internet Explorer Security Advisory

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:17:00 EST

Users of Internet Explorer 6 and 7 may be vulnerable to a malware attack.

Microsoft Lands UK Cloud Deal

Mary Hayes Weier — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:20:00 EST

CSC will support 30,000 U.K. postal service employees using cloud versions of Exchange and SharePoint.

Microsoft Bing Cashback Not Always A Bargain

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EST

Microsoft's search rebate program inflates some prices for online shoppers, claims a competitor.

AT&T, LG Launch 3G Netbook

Marin Perez — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:35:00 EST

The subsidized netbook will be powered by Windows XP and requires a $60 monthly data plan from AT&T.

China Cyber Espionage Threatens U.S., Report Says

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:39:00 EST

A Congressional advisory report warns that cyber attacks against defense computers are on the rise.

Ballmer Says Windows 7 Is Microsoft's Best OS Ever

Paul McDougall — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:51:00 EST

New operating system is building market momentum as PC users upgrade from Vista, CEO says.

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Google Chrome OS Depends On Hardware Partners

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Despite its focus on the Web -- a platform with proven appeal -- Chrome OS will also need compelling hardware to compete against Apple's anticipated tablet and Windows netbooks.

Opera Mobile 10 Hits Windows Mobile

Marin Perez — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:40:00 EST

The latest version of Opera Mobile adds boosted touchscreen support, visual bookmarks, and improved data compression features.

Google Releases Chrome OS Code

Thomas Claburn — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:04:00 EST

Developers can now participate in the Chrome OS open source project and help Google bring its new operating system to market next year.

Mozilla Releases Firefox 3.6 Beta 3

Thomas Claburn — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:42:00 EST

The third beta version of the next Firefox sports speed and stability improvements.

Quest Launches Cloud Services Based On Microsoft Azure

Antone Gonsalves — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Quest OnDemand will manage IT environments, providing identity management, authentication, and authorization, built on Microsoft's platform for software as a service.

Microsoft Expands App Store

Marin Perez — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:48:00 EST

Windows Marketplace for Mobile is available for handsets running Windows Mobile 6.1 and 6.0, giving developers an audience of about 30 million devices.

Information Exchanges Let Doctors Share Patient Data Efficiently

Marianne Kolbasuk McGee — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Several new networks are being launched across the country, and while they vary in size, scope, and clientele, the goals and challenges are similar.

Glide OS Extends Search

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TransMedia's forthcoming revision of its media sharing service will be accessible from any Web site through a browser plug-in.

HP Releases TouchSmart SDK To Lure Developers

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Hewlett-Packard is already working with companies including Hulu, Netflix and Twitter on touch-enabled applications for Windows 7, but it wants more.

Most Security Products Fail Initial Certification Tests

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:21:00 EST

A study based on the testing of thousands of security products over 20 years finds that most require several rounds of testing before achieving certification.

Microsoft 'Sudo' Patent No Danger To Unix

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:41:00 EST

The recent "Rights elevator" patent granted to Microsoft covers a graphic user interface element.

Tech Giants Aim To Master Disaster

Paul McDougall — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:59:00 EST

Microsoft, Google, Yahoo form alliance to develop software solutions for improving emergency response efforts.

Microsoft Investigating Zero-Day Windows 7 Flaw

Thomas Claburn — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:34:00 EST

The vulnerability was released the day after Microsoft issued its November patches.

Why Jaguar Land Rover Chose Google Apps

Mary Hayes Weier — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:48:00 EST

E-mail has become a commodity, says CIO Vincent Jeremy

Government Use Of Windows 7 Hinges On Security Spec

J. Nicholas Hoover — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:09:00 EST

The Federal Desktop Core Configuration, which defines 300 PC settings for improved security, has yet to be finalized for Windows 7.

Cray, Dell, Microsoft Team On HPC

Antone Gonsalves — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:13:00 EST

The high-performance computing system combines a workstation with a computing cluster to give users extra computing power at their desks.

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Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:13:00 EST

Microsoft Slams Employee Over Mac Comments

Paul McDougall — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST

Product manager says Windows 7 was inspired by Apple's user interface.

Bing Adds Facebook, Videos, Wolfram Alpha

Paul McDougall — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:35:00 EST

Microsoft hopes robust new features will help search engine close in on rival Google.

1 Million Xbox Live Players Banned

Paul McDougall — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:31:00 EST

Microsoft takes action against members accused of playing pirated copies of games.

Microsoft Demands Takedown Of Bing Cash Exploit

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EST

A flaw Microsoft's Bing cashback program allowed startup co-founder Samir Meghani get credit for over $2,000 in rebate cash through fake purchases.

Microsoft Patch Brings Windows Kernel Warning

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:15:00 EST

A Windows kernel vulnerability addressed in a November security bulletin should be patched immediately, Microsoft recommends.

Dell Offers Exchange 2010 Services

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:14:00 EST

The computer maker introduced reference architectures and consulting services for customers migrating to Microsoft Exchange 2010.