Two New Vertical Sites Tailor Web Searches, But Still Have Kinks
Vertical search sites like Ziggs and Indeed.com provide interesting, focused information and show real promise — if they can get the kinks out, Walt writes.
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Microsoft Service Lets You Create A Nice Blog, But Limits Tweaking
Walt tests Microsoft’s just-launched blogging service, MSN Spaces and says the service is a good, basic blogging service — if somewhat limited.
Free Microsoft Stopgap Offers Tabbed Browsing And Desktop Searching
Microsoft has just released a product that adds both tabbed browsing and desktop searching to Windows computers. Walt says the features aren’t as good as their built-in counterparts, but they get the basic job done.
Google Earth Thrills With Photos, Stunts, But How Practical Is It?
Google Earth lets you view satellite and aerial photos of pretty much any spot on the planet. While the program may not be practical for most people, it’s still worth fooling around with just because it’s cool.
Google Wants to Be Your Best Friend On Your Computer
Google’s two newest releases, Google Desktop and Google Talk, are bold, major steps for the company — and useful programs that have great potential, Walt writes.
Yahoo Email Delivers That Desktop Feel Most Users Expect
Walt referees the battle for Web-mail supremacy between Yahoo Mail and Google’s Gmail. His verdict: Yahoo more closely matches the desktop experience most serious email users have come to expect.
With Its New Version, Skype Phone Service May Enter Mainstream
Internet phone network Skype is set to release a major software update and is introducing a new breed of compatible telephone handsets. This combination of hardware and software could propel the service into the mainstream.
Microsoft Offers Range Of Programs That Run Off Web, Not Hard Disk
Walt Mossberg takes an early look at three programs that are part of Windows Live, a major Microsoft initiative to produce applications that are run over the Web rather than a hard disk.
Ask.Com’s New Look Scores Big Points Against Search Rivals
Ask Jeeves, a largely failed search service, has been overhauled and renamed Ask.com. Walt Mossberg tested the new site against Google and found that Ask.com holds its own and even beats the search champ in some cases.
Google’s New Service Offers Web Calendar That’s Quick and Easy
Though it’s still in its beta phase, Google Calendar stands out among other Web-based scheduling programs because it’s a snap to use.
New Product for Mac Operates Windows, OS X Simultaneously
Apple’s Intel-powered computers can run both Windows and Mac OS X, but now there’s an even better approach. Parallels Desktop lets users run Mac and Windows programs simultaneously, giving them the best of both worlds.
Two New Services Try to Warn You About Sleazy Sites
Two new services aim to provide advance notice of bad or offensive sites, letting you know if sites in Web search results are harboring things like malicious software or pornography.
Free Sharpcast Service Lets You Synchronize Your Photo Albums
A start-up called Sharpcast is introducing an impressive, free service that synchronizes data among PCs, phones and a Web site at lightning speeds.
For Those Nostalgic For Typed Commands, Enso Does a Nice Job
A new program helps people who prefer to use keyboard shortcuts rather than moving their hands to use the mouse. And its commands needn’t be memorized, because they are entered in plain English.
Congress Must Make Clear Copyright Laws To Protect Consumers
The fight between YouTube and Viacom isn’t primarily about consumers and their rights, and its outcome won’t necessarily make things better for Internet users, Walt Mossberg says.
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