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April 25, 2005 by Island Dog
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Microsoft Corp.'s plan to hardwire computer security into a silicon chip rather than relying on software alone will make its debut in the next release of the Windows PC operating system that will ship late next year. The technology, to be described by Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates during a speech in Seattle on Monday, will protect the startup of PCs equipped with a security chip and ensure that sensitive files aren't accessible when someone tries to boot the computer ...
April 18, 2005 by Island Dog
You can order Visual Studio 2005 Beta 2 from Microsoft. Link
April 13, 2005 by Island Dog
Focus on Freeware – Vol. 1 I wanted to take the time and continue highlighting some free wareas I did before. In my first article I showed you some of the freesoftware I use for my computer. As I said before, I don't mindpaying for great software, all my software from Stardock is proof ofthat. However, I do believe there are great freeware applicationsthat are better than their paying counterparts. Today I wanted to focus on a piece of software that I think a lot...
April 13, 2005 by Island Dog
Microsoft released the latest patches for this month. Don't forget to go to Windows Update to get them.
March 23, 2005 by Island Dog
Get the latest version of Firefox. They have updated it with several security fixes. Link
March 23, 2005 by Island Dog
I just bought a wireless usb adapter for my desktop. When I plug it into the usb port XP instantly freezes. All the other usb devices like my camera, thumb drive, etc., work just fine. Anybody have any ideas?
March 8, 2005 by Island Dog
I thought this software was a joke or something. They just released a trial for it. Link
March 8, 2005 by Island Dog
I found this great software that you can store your notes, images, etc. Right now it's a free beta download. I have been using it and it works great. Link
February 24, 2005 by Island Dog
This would be great for people like me who can't get broadband. Broadband customers looking for an alternative to cable-modem or DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) service may not have long to wait for broadband over powerline service (BPL), according to a white paper published Thursday by a technology-focused research group. After more than 20 BPL trials across the U.S. in 2004 and more expected this year, BPL is ready for commercial rollout and "primed for real growth," according to t...
January 14, 2005 by Island Dog
"Avalon" is the code name for Microsoft's unified presentation subsystem for Windows. It consists of a display engine and a managed-code framework. "Avalon" unifies how Windows creates, displays, and manipulates documents, media, and user interface. This enables developers and designers to create visually-stunning, differentiated user experiences that improve customer connection. When it ships, scheduled for 2006, "Avalon" will be available on Windows XP, Windows Server 2003 and all future ...
February 21, 2006 by Island Dog
  Spyware Guide for PC users   I still see a lot of people here having difficulties with spyware on their computers.  I also noticed that some people still have no idea what tools are available to them that can help them clean and repair their computers.  I compiled a list of some of the best programs to detect, and get rid of spyware on your PC.  Some are free, some are not, and some are online scanners.  Either way you can find some of the best to...
January 20, 2006 by Island Dog
The Nintento Revolution is something I definitely want. The Nintendo Revolution will go on sale later this year at a price of less than $300, the company's executive vice president of sales and Marketing Reggie Fils-Aime told CNET News.com in an interview earlier this week. The news sent the company's stock soaring in Japan, up 6.4 percent to 16,090 yen Friday. Fils-Aime also took the opportunity to criticize Nintendo's rivals for pricing consumers out of the market. He pointed to the X...
January 18, 2006 by Island Dog
I always figured the PS3 would be released around the Holiday season.  The release of Sony's highly anticipated PlayStation 3 may not occur in the U.S. until the holiday season of 2006, analysts say. Furthermore, in what could be potentially damaging to the gaming console's overall sales, the number of titles available may be far less than competitor Xbox 360. A working version of the console was notably absent at this year's Consumer Electronics Show, and Sony CEO Howard String...
October 25, 2005 by Island Dog
Filezilla is an open source ftp client.  I have tried several and this is one of the best.
October 4, 2005 by Island Dog
"nLite lets you choose which components to remove from your Windows 2000, XP or 2003 before installation. Removing unneeded components you gain on your system speed and security. It supports removal of almost any component and few services. You can make a bootable ISO with it and even easy slipstream Service pack with a click of a button. Now added easy cd-key implementation so you don't need to enter it during setup."