Microsoft went public on Friday with a US$44.6 billion cash-and-stock bid to acquire Yahoo.
The troubled Web giant used to be known for its innovative ways. To find a way to a brighter future, it could benefit from looking at its past.
Google seems to want special treatment on Internet Explorer, according to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
Some online publishers are taking pins to pop-up advertisements, but Web surfers won't likely notice a decline in the annoying marketing ploy anytime soon.
Pop-under advertisements, the oft-annoying windows that spring up after a requested Web page, might pack a financial punch to the publishers supporting them if one dot-com has its way.
Microsoft hasn't won the war on piracy in China, so why not strike before Google and produce a free OS closely aligned to its digital products and services?
How feasible is it that you could escape paying hefty licensing fees by using software subsidised by advertisements?
Yahoo continues to struggle behind Google in the US but in Australia, it's a slightly different story -- NineMSN, the partnership between Kerry Packer's PBL and Microsoft, remains a major stumbling block for the online giant.
The Web portal's plan to become a major Internet content player is treading water, despite its Hollywood credentials.
Google and others are under scrutiny as advertisers fret about phony clicks.
A colour display can brighten up your handheld, whether you're looking at one with a Pocket PC or Palm OS. You'll be able to work outdoors on some and share vivid photos with friends on others.
Do you Google Wave?
If you want attention online, then mention that you have a couple of Google Wave invites to giveaway and watch… Watch it now
Thunderbird 3 takes flight
Thunderbird 3 is finally here, after a gestation period measured in
years. The latest version of Mozilla's fr… Watch it now
Google Chrome beta for Mac
It's not fully baked yet, but Google Chrome for Mac reaches a major milestone with the release of an official … Watch it now
How do you build a smarter planet?
A smart planet
Having problems with complex data center? Simplify your data center now.
Conroy explains his magic filter
Copenhagen lessons on green IT
Welcome to National Censorship Day
Best Servers
Want to find out what the best servers are?
Check out the top rated here!
Optus Deal
Broadband + home phone + PlayStation®3 in a single package price!
Click here for more!
Best Laptops
Check out the best laptops here!
Click here for more.
