Windows Vista: The ‘New Coke’ of the PC age
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- Windows Vista: The ‘New Coke’ of the PC age
- Cloud computing takes the ‘P’ out of PC
- PC World Pricing | Inspiron 530s Desktop – CustomizableUser Reviews
- PC World Pricing | Snagit 7.0User Reviews
- ASUS Eee PC-4: Little computers next BIG thing
- PC World – DroboShare
- PC World Pricing | U6S-A1 NotebookUser Reviews
Windows Vista: The ‘New Coke’ of the PC age
Christian Science Monitor – Apr 24, 2008
It was supposed to be a great leap forward for computing. Windows Vista would dazzle users with its sleek interface protect data with unparalleled security and eclipse Windows XP as the worldwide standard in computer operating systems. But with each passing day it looks more and more like Vista is the “New Coke” of the PC generation. The demand of XP users to keep using their trusty operating system continues to grow. It’s not just the individual user who is fed up with the wacky Vista system and the massive amount of computing power and disk space needed to make it run. It’s also businesses across the United States ? and no doubt the world ? that are in no hurry to “upgrade” to Vista… It was supposed to be a great leap forward for computing. Windows Vista would dazzle users with its sleek interface protect data with unparalleled security and eclipse Windows XP as the worldwide standard in computer operating systems. But with each passing day it looks more and more like Vista is the “New Coke” of the PC generation. The demand of XP users to keep using their trusty operating system continues to grow. It’s not just the individual user who is fed up with the wacky Vista system and the massive amount of computing power and disk space needed to make it run. It’s also businesses across the United States ? and no doubt the world ? that are in no hurry to “upgrade” to Vista. But they might have to.
Cloud computing takes the ‘P’ out of PC
The Age – Apr 24, 2008
Microsoft this week brought the cloud computing concept -whereby all of our data and applications are stored on the internetas opposed to on the PC – a step closer to reality with theunveiling of its Live Mesh platform. Live Mesh is essentially a web-based operating system lettingusers connect all of their devices (home PC laptop work computerand in the not too distant future handhelds and games consoles)into their own personal mesh. Files and applications can be placedinto a “Mesh folder” which lives on the internet and can beaccessed by all devices. The Mesh is updated with any changes made to the files orfolders the next time the user is connected to the web. As the internet supplants the PC as the centre of our digitalworld Microsoft suddenly appears far more capable of tackling theGoogle juggernaut than ever before. “To individuals the concept of ‘My Computer’ will give way tothe concept of a personal mesh of devices – a means by which all ofyour devices are brought together managed through the web as aseamless whole” reads an internal memo by Microsoft’s Ray zziewho has been working on Live Mesh since 2005 when he took over fromBill Gates as chief software architect.
PC World Pricing | Inspiron 530s Desktop – CustomizableUser Reviews
PC World – Apr 24, 2008
Weaknesses: Loudness when starting only one bay drive. verall Evaluation: I am pretty dissapointed with this computer. Even though I wanted to give this computer a try after two days of using this I am ready to send this back to Dell and switch to the regular 530 computer. Everytime you turn on the system the fans plow so loud that everyone in the house can probably hear it. Even though it becomes quiet again after a few seconds it is always very disturbing and scary compared to my old Dell computer. Also I would like to add a second bay drive in the future but it only looks like it supports one.
PC World Pricing | Snagit 7.0User Reviews
PC World – Apr 24, 2008
Very handy for everyday computer ops. Weaknesses: None that I can find yet! verall Evaluation: I had an older screen capture program in a former computer with Windows XP. It would not work with VISTA in my new computer. I missed having so when I read about Snagit I tied the trial version and found it even better than my old program. It does about everything I hoped it would do and more! verall Rating.
ASUS Eee PC-4: Little computers next BIG thing
Telegraph.co.uk – Apr 24, 2008
In the past 18 months however the biggest frontier has been about miniaturisation and now almost every consumer can afford a laptop that does (almost) everything they might need while out and about. Asus’s original Eee PC launched the trend: based on the Linux operating system because it was cheaper and less technology-hungry than Windows it had a 7in screen Wi-Fi internet access a webcam and an ffice-style suite of applications. And it cost £200. It was a sell-out and even now remains out of stock at most retailers. Some commentators criticised it as plasticky but most realised this was the very best of the bargain basement: simple rugged – and not wallet-busting if you did do a little damage. Asus is now launching the follow-up to the Eee but the field is already getting crowded as HP Acer Toshiba and other manufacturers launch impressive new models… The internet is everywhere but most phones don’t access it very effectively and Asus was first to spot a gap in the market. However these “small form factor” computers do make sacrifices. Few have DVD players or completely practical keyboards but plenty of video can be watched online and these models are not yet intended to replace anyone’s main computer. Disk drives may be small but they are often expandable with memory cards and USB sticks. In essence perhaps these new machines have called the IT industry’s bluff. Consumers were previously buying machines that were capable of far more than they ever needed. The Eee PC especially still does everything most people need – and a bit more too.
PC World – DroboShare
PC World – Apr 24, 2008
Two setup features common to other NAS products and network printers–but lacking in DroboShare–are support for Apple’s Bonjour (S X’s built-in network protocol for finding services on a network) and configuration via a Web page. Instead DroboShare relies on the Drobo Desktop utility for locating the DroboShare and allowing configuration. Inconveniently this means that you can’t configure DroboShare from any computer on the network; your computer must have the Drobo Desktop utility software. Macworld’s buying adviceIf you already have a Drobo and you find yourself shuffling it between different computers in your office DroboShare will painlessly solve your woes. Although its authentication controls are basic they’re adequate enough to serve the needs of Drobo’s intended audience: non-techies who just want to get the job done. If you aren’t currently a Drobo user and you’re exploring your options for shared storage Drobo and DroboShare together make for a compelling combo. ther traditional NAS products have more bells and whistles but Drobo and DroboShare get the nod for no-fuss expandable and protected storage.
PC World Pricing | U6S-A1 NotebookUser Reviews
PC World – Apr 24, 2008
Weaknesses: Would’ve been nice to have a slot for my xD picture card mouse buttons are too stiff. Still getting used to Windows Vista verall Evaluation: verall I LVE my new ASUS computer. It’s very fast the fan is very quiet it’s light and the battery life is amazing. These were the important features for me in a laptop and it was well worth the extra money to have a light computer that I can carry easily. The battery lasts so long that often I travel without the charger. Windows Vista is a little hard to get used to but so far I’m managing pretty well.
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