Linux’s Free System Is Now Easier to Use, But Not for Everyone
Walt reviews Linux’s relatively slick Ubuntu variation and finds the alternative operating system too rough around the edges for the vast majority of computer users. (Video)
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Apple’s MacBook Air Is Beautiful and Thin, but Omits Features
Apple’s MacBook Air is a beautiful, amazingly thin computer, but one whose unusual trade-offs may turn off some frequent travelers. It’s impossible to convey in words just how pleasing and surprising this computer feels in the hand. But there’s a price for this laptop’s daring design: Apple had to give up some features road warriors consider standard in a subnotebook, and certain of these omissions are radical.
Multitouch Interface Is Starting to Spread Among New Devices
“Multitouch,” the iPhone-style interface that lets users manipulate lists or objects without a mouse or keyboard, is catching on. Rival companies are scrambling to add multitouch features to laptops and other digital gadgets.
Sony’s Vaio P Has Sportscar Looks Without the Power
Walt gives high marks to the new Sony Vaio P for its stylish looks, but finds it to be underpowered and frustrating to use.
New Netbook Offers Long Battery Life and Room to Type
Walter S. Mossberg reviews Toshiba’s new netbook, which aims to solve some common netbook issues.
A Windows to Help You Forget
Walter S. Mossberg calls Windows 7 a boost to productivity and a pleasure to use — Microsoft’s best operating system yet.
Price Is Heavier, but These Laptops Are Very Sleek
Walt Mossberg tests the Toshiba Satellite, the H-P Pavilion and the Lenovo IdeaPad.
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