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As part of its new "Live" branding strategy, Microsoft is reportedly beta testing a new Web-based service designed to help parents manage their children's computer use to improve their safety. Microsoft announced the service, dubbed Windows Family Safety settings, in January. Part of Windows Vista, ...

Google is venturing into new Internet waters -- again. The search giant officially launched Google Page Creator on Thursday to beef up its ever-evolving Web-based toolbox. Google's new service will compete with products from Apple, Adobe, Microsoft and MySpace. Specifically, Google Page Creator is t...

High performance computing is not just for academicians and scientists anymore. This application of computer technology to highly complex scientific and engineering workloads is making its way into commercial settings as companies recognize its value as a competitive tool. TechNewsWorld caught up wi...

In a move to compete on the e-commerce development front, Microsoft on Monday announced plans to deliver the beta version of Microsoft Commerce Server 2006. Microsoft Commerce Server is a .NET-based e-commerce solution designed to simplify the creation of full-featured Web sites. The final commercia...

Microsoft is making significant changes to the next version of its Office software, bringing a new file format and new user interface to users who have not seen such dramatic changes in 10 years. Although the changes, aimed at worker connectivity and collaboration, may be beneficial, there is still ...

Dell on Wednesday said it is in the testing stage of a program to load Google's search and other branded software onto new Dell PCs. While Google has repeatedly denied rumors of its supposed plans to market hardware of its own in the future, the company joined with Dell to affirm that a deal is inde...

HP Adds OuterBay to ILM Mix

In a move to round out its Information Lifecycle Management strategy, HP on Tuesday signed a definitive agreement to acquire a provider of archiving software for enterprise applications and databases. HP will purchase OuterBay for an undisclosed amount. OuterBay's Application Data Management Suite, ...

Changes to some versions of the Office productivity suite may affect more businesses than originally believed, as Microsoft revises certain versions of the software to address a patent ruling. Microsoft warned of the upcoming switch last month, saying that corporate customers who move existing softw...

Microsoft is calling "Shotgun!" as the software giant teams with automaker Fiat to feature its telematics applications designed for information and entertainment aboard new vehicles. The companies' "Blue&Me" plans, to be detailed at the 2006 Geneva Motorshow later this month, provide drivers of ...

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Second Copy Takes the Hassle Out of Backups

Here's the scenario. Something ugly has happened to your computer. Irreplaceable files have been clobbered. You seek assistance from a PC pundit, but you know your files are fly food as soon as you hear, "You're supposed to back up your files, you know." Let's face it. We all have good excuses for f...

In a move to keep up with the competition, IBM on Monday introduced a free version of its DB2 database product. Big Blue hopes to win the favor of more software developers in smaller companies and projects. The "express" version provides the same core data server features as DB2 Universal Database E...

Don't count America Online out of the broadband Internet access business just yet. Despite its focus on new offerings, the media giant on Friday announced plans to expand its broadband network coast-to-coast. AOL will partner with BellSouth, Time Warner Cable and Verizon, as well as other major DSL ...

EMC on Thursday introduced a new suite of storage and virtualization solutions for the enterprise. EMC hopes its new product lineup will help customers bring more of their information together for improved economics and management. The new solutions are designed to extend the benefits of information...

Microsoft has formed Live Labs, a new research partnership meant to jump-start its Windows Live initiative by investigating new Internet-centric technologies and products that offer commercial possibilities. Windows Live is a free ad-supported service that helps users develop their own online deskto...

IBM introduced the next version of its corporate messaging software, Lotus Sametime 7.5, at the Lotusphere show in Orlando, Florida, along with several new partner-enabled applications for the Lotus platform -- such as video conferencing, VoIP and compliance technology. What is catching the eye of m...

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