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Microsoft will wipe Sony's 'rootkit'
November 13, 2005
Security tools will detect and remove part of the copy protection tools installed on PCs when music CDs are played.
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Microsoft shows off cell phone-PC prototype
July 27, 2006
Software maker is looking at whether it can build a cheap PC for emerging markets by combining a cell phone and a TV.
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Microsoft posts Tablet PC fix
July 6, 2005
Glitch allows an application that handles electronic-pen input to slowly take over a computer's memory.
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Microsoft doesn't want Santa to ignore Vista
October 12, 2006
Although they'll need to wait for the new Windows, holiday shoppers will find Vista-friendly hardware, software.
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Microsoft aims to reach next billion PC users
April 19, 2007
New program gives near-free Windows and Office to governments that buy PCs for students to use at home.
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Will Poole
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Critical Windows patch may wreak PC havoc
October 15, 2005
Patch to fix serious Windows flaws can lock users out of their computer, prevent the Windows firewall from starting, block applications and cause other trouble.
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Microsoft: Vista is ready to roll
November 8, 2006
The company says that it has finished Vista development, paving the way for the operating system's debut. Video: Windows Vista RTM CNET editors' take
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Windows Vista to 'freeze dry' PCs before patching
September 2, 2005
The upcoming OS will include new patching technology that reduces restarts and stores user data before reboots.
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Windows patch backfires on the security-minded
October 17, 2005
People who tweaked their OS settings are getting hit hardest by a flawed Microsoft update meant to fix a serious flaw.
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Vista hacked at Black Hat
August 4, 2006
Researcher bypasses a security mechanism designed to prevent some driver software from running in the Windows update.
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No fix for 'critical' hole in Windows 98, ME
June 9, 2006
Repairs would require so many changes to the older OSes that it might break applications, Microsoft says.
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Microsoft to ease up on piracy check-ins
June 9, 2006
Antipiracy tool will reduce check-ins to biweekly, instead of after each boot-up, and will stop checking-in entirely later this year.
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Vista sets up SideShow display all over
May 23, 2006
Microsoft's tech aims to put data in picture frames, keyboards, remote controls--any display linked to a PC running the Windows update.
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Microsoft primes PC buyers for Premium Vista
May 24, 2006
Forget Vista Basic. Microsoft's marketing campaign will pitch hard for people to choose the higher-end Windows update.
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Security tools face increased attack
June 21, 2005
As the pool of Windows security bugs dries up, analysts say hackers are turning to security software to break into PCs.
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Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
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Microsoft Canada leaks Vista pricing
August 28, 2006
The software maker's Canadian Web site briefly posts prices for Windows Vista's many editions. Screenshots: Amazon selling Vista
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Attack code puts Windows PCs at risk
July 25, 2006
Two new exploits that could help hackers create attacks have been released onto the Internet.
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Symantec Corp.
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Microsoft plans massive stock buyback
July 20, 2006
Reports earnings in line with analysts' expectations and announces $40 billion stock buyback plan.
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Image-handling flaws put Windows PCs at risk
November 8, 2005
Microsoft's "critical" Patch Tuesday bulletin tackles three flaws in how the OS handles certain graphics files.
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Neel Mehta
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Zotob worm finds its path limited
August 15, 2005
Worm unleashed over the weekend has not wreaked any widespread havoc, as it affects only some Windows systems.
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