Microsoft rolls out Windows HPC Server 2008 R2 Beta
Microsoft has announced two product betas of note for high-performance computing professionals: Windows HPC Server 2008 R2 and Excel 2010. The announcement was timed for Supercomputing 2009, happening this week in Portland, Ore.
Microsoft chief architect promises cloud platform Jan.1
Keynote address at Microsoft's PDC 09 focuses on Windows Azure, cloud computing; Kundra encourages innovation based on Data.gov.
Microsoft confirms open-source code in Windows 7 utility
Microsoft said its Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool used to install Windows 7 inadvertently contained open-source GNU code.
AMD, Intel settle antitrust suit
The companies have agreed to a legal settlement of most disputes and entered into a five-year cross-patent licensee pact.
Twitter, LinkedIn join forces, blurring the lines between work and play
The partnership of Twitter and LinkedIn spurs an online identity crisis for the GCN Lab.
AMD in the chips after Intel antitrust settlement
Intel has agreed to pay Advanced Micro Devices $1.25 billion is a settlement of three antitrust and patent disputes, although other cases continue.
Citrix launches Ready Open Desktop Virtualization Program
Citrix launches Ready Open Desktop Virtualization Program to accelerate adoption of enterprise virtual desktop deployments using the company's XenDesktop.
Kace updates Windows 7 management product
Kace unveiled an upgrade to its KBox 2000 systems deployment appliance with a new user-state migration capability, which can reduce the risk of losing critical information during deployments of Windows 7.
Microsoft expands Windows support for Exchange Server 2007
In response to complaints from users, Microsoft announced plans on Wednesday to support Exchange Server 2007 on Windows Server 2008 R2.
Patch Tuesday: Expect 6 security fixes
Micosoft expected to release six security patches Tuesday, including a critical item touches every Windows OS except for Windows 7.
TwitterPeek: Any point?
GCN Lab ponders the uni-tasking TwitterPeek.
NIST releases specs for automated IT security protocol
The specifications provides an overview of the Security Content Automation Protocol and how developers can integrate it into their product.
Army's interactive classroom enhances training for dangerous missions
The Army Defense Ammunition Center uses a wireless response system integrated with PowerPoint to make classroom instruction more interactive and effective.
Interactive tools could be the first step toward better teaching
A wireless system used by the Army for explosives safety training has improved classroom and exam performance, but integrating it more completely into the courses could increase its value.
Arabic language app walks the talk
Downloadable from the Apple App Store, this Arabic-speaking companion is a mobile friend for people who want to learn the language.
Spammers jump on the Windows 7 bandwagon
The GCN Lab finds its spam box filled with fake Windows 7 updates.
Netbooks prove worthy of a second look
The Lab tests six new netbooks and finds that they have come a long way, with performance and features that exceed netbooks' early reputation. Although all performed well, there is one clear winner.
Toshiba's Mini is the class of the netbook field
Toshiba's Mini NB205-N210 has a well-designed interface and the best performance, lowest price and longest battery life -- by far -- in the roundup. No wonder it gets the Review's Choice designation.
Sony Vaio netbook a multimedia power
The Sony Vaio W-series is expensive at $500, but it would do well for users who deal with multimedia on a variety of devices with different types of storage.
IdeaPad ideal netbook for budget conscious
The Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2 is a good, general-use netbook that comes at a great price. It would do well in an environment where money is an issue and every ounce of weight matters.
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