Tiger Leaps Out in Front
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What the Apple Plan To Switch to Intel Chips Means for Consumers
Apple’s adoption of Intel processors for its future Macs is big news in the computer world. But what does it mean for the average consumer, who just wants the best computer for the job?
EverNote Organizes Your Endless Stuff Onto an Endless Tape
EverNote, a new contender in the information organizer field, is fast and logical and a good way to round up random thoughts and resources scattered around your computer.
What PC to Buy If You Are Planning On a Vista Upgrade
In Walt’s annual fall buyer’s guide to desktop computers, he focuses on what kind of PC Windows buyers should be considering if they want to run Microsoft’s next version of Windows, called Vista.
Free Kodak Software Helps Find, Organize, Fix and Share Photos
Kodak’s free EasyShare software is a very nice photo-organizing program that works on both Windows and Mac and is closely integrated with one of the best online photo sites, Walt writes.
Mini Is Solid Addition To Home Media Center Despite Some Caveats
The new Mac Mini runs Apple’s Front Row software and can stream music and videos from Windows computers. It is still too much of a regular computer to be a true media hub, but makes a solid addition to any entertainment center.
Annual Buying Guide: How to Ensure New PC Can Use Windows Vista
Walt’s annual spring buyer’s guide to desktop computers offers hardware guidelines for users who can’t wait till January for Microsoft Vista, but want to be able to upgrade later.
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.
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.
Some Safety Tips To Help You Avoid Latest Theft Scams
The fastest-growing computer-security problem isn’t a virus. It’s called “social engineering,” and it consists of tactics that fool users into giving up sensitive financial data. Here are a few tips to help you avoid these schemes. (Video)
Powerline Adapters Bring Internet Access To Your Entire Home
Using small gadgets called Powerline adapters, you can route your Internet connection around your house over your power lines. It really works and it’s fast, Walt Mossberg says. (Video)
Novatel Laptop Cards Can Access Internet, But Services Vary
Novatel has come out with a couple of new ExpressCard versions for Cingular and Verizon cellular broadband networks. I recommend both new cards. But the two high-speed networks are very different.
Microsoft Upgrades Internet Explorer — But Not Much Is New
The new version of Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is much improved, but there’s nothing that should make you switch from other browsers, Walt Mossberg writes.
Advice on Shopping For a Windows PC — If You Must Buy Now
If you’re thinking of acquiring or giving a new Windows PC this holiday season, don’t do it. Walt Mossberg suggests you wait until Vista arrives.
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