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    Microsoft has released the third major collection of Windows 2000 bug fixes, or service pack, to premier customers. But everyone else will have to wait until later in the week.

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    Why did Intel risk the fate of its Pentium 4 by failing to offer lower cost DDR components for P4 systems? Was this some kind of conspiracy? David Berlind has a theory.

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    Another variation is a lewd message. Both types of Redesi have the potential to cause trouble. Find out how to prevent and remove this worm.

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    The X24 is an accomplished ultraportable that combines good build quality, good ergonomics, decent performance and long battery life.

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