Microsoft PowerToysDeveloper: MicrosoftUsage: A myriad of usesPowerToys WebsiteMicrosoft’s Windows XP has been a solid operating system foundation for years now but it seems that it lacks those little things that make an OS shine. Given it was released in 2001…
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CPU-ZDeveloper: CPUIDUsage: System Information GatheringCPU-Z WebsiteCracking open a computer to take a look at what’s inside is a tedious task and completely undoable for most people. The majority of operating systems offer a basic amount of information on how much…
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Microsoft’s Windows 7 has experienced a relatively smooth development process, reaching RTM status without having major features dropped or widespread beta tester complaint is quite a feat given the massive code base they’re working with.The company is excited for its…
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Well you can’t blame the team behind Windows 7 for their exuberance, their supposed sign-off process/backstage look is a nice touch and heart warming….well as heart warming as an operating system can get of course but their efforts over…
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Sometimes you just can’t pass up on a good idea. Microsoft has officially confirmed that they will be offering a Family Pack of Windows 7 Home Premium. The offer will be in select markets and will allow you to install…
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Platforms are built by developers, not so much by the ones hired by companies for the initial design but by the devs that decide to write programs for your brand new operating system or fancy gadget. Apple’s iPhone has been…
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You can’t fault AMD’s Richard Huddy for being a little enthusiastic about Microsoft’s upcoming DirectX 11 and the features it brings along for graphics cards. The graphics API’s "Local Data Share" capability is, in his words, the killer feature which…
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Palm Pre had a nice little launch gift for Apple iTunes users in the form of displaying itself as an iPod once connected to a computer which allowed it to sync music onto the phone.Apple hasn’t taken too kindly to…
