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    A concept PC being shown off by the chipmaker in San Francisco bears a striking resemblance to the Mac mini.

  • New Microsoft set-top box ready to roll

    Microsoft plans to start shipping a new set-top box next week, and it's not your grandmother's WebTV.

  • Longhorn, new PCs on tap for WinHEC

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    It's been promised for a long time, but are we really ready for the automated home?

  • What will Longhorn look like?

    Commentary: What do we need in a new operating system? The next version of the Microsoft Windows desktop is supposed to answer that question.

  • How Intel plans to connect all your home gadgets

    The chip giant has a device--the Intel Media Adapter--that someday could help connect your PC to your TV or audio system. It won't be on store shelves anytime soon, but it's an important indicator of where we're headed. Here's why.

  • Xbox-PC connection coming soon?

    A survey sent to registered Xbox owners from a partner of the software giant is testing the interest in connecting the console to other home entertainment files.

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