blog.seattlepi.nwsource.com - 11/15/2008
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Updated with my article in tomorrow's paper Microsoft Corp. and Intel Corp. executives had extensive exchanges -- some reaching the CEOs of both companies -- before Microsoft loosened the requirements needed for a PC to be designated as "Vista Capable," a decision that eventually helped Intel. ...
futurelooks.com - 11/17/2008
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futurelooks.com —
When we last looked at Microsoft’s revitalization of
the Sidewinder peripheral line, we weren’t very impressed. Though...
the mouse was technologically sound, it was painfully uncomfortable to use. We weren’t alone in that assessment ...
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Microsoft SideWinder X5 Mouse Review
pcgameshardware.com - 11/22/2008
microsoft.com - 11/19/2008
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microsoft.com —
New anti-malware solution will broaden PC protection and
help improve Windows experience. REDMOND, Wash. — Nov. 18,...
2008— To address the growing need for a PC security solution tailored to the demands of emerging markets, smaller PC form factors and ...
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Microsoft Announces Plans for No-Cost Consumer Security ...
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Microsoft's Surrender to Intel over Vista Capable Requirements Angered HP, Pleased Others, Newly Released Emails Reveal
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... The class action lawsuit against Microsoft's "Vista Capable" marketing campaign, which we first told you about in late February, got even more interesting late last week with the release of more emails between Microsoft and Intel and between HP and Microsoft. According to a filing released Thursday, the Vista Capable program originally included support for the Windows Driver Display Model (WDDM) as part of the requirement for support of core Windows features. Although OEMs such as Dell, Sony, and Fujitsu all asked for waivers from the ...
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