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• Reversal: Next IE update divorced from Windows

  Reversing a longstanding Microsoft policy, Bill Gates said on Tuesday that the company will ship an update to its browser separately from the next version of Windows.

• Microsoft: Longhorn beta unlikely this year

  Microsoft's efforts to bolster security in Windows XP will likely delay the release of a widespread test version of its forthcoming operating system until next year, Microsoft's top executives said.

• Microsoft: To secure IE, upgrade to XP

  If you're one of about 200 million people using older versions of Windows and you want the latest security enhancements to Internet Explorer, get your credit card ready.

• Windows XP update moves ahead

  Microsoft has released a test version of the second major update to its Windows XP operating system.

• Microsoft gets Windows XP ready

  Microsoft is set to release a test version of the next update to Windows XP, which adds security features as well as improved support for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks.

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  Microsoft OneCare only cares about one...

  I found out last week that although Windows Vista will have a snazzy new firewall, by default it will be set to block only incoming traffic -- unless you decide to pay Microsoft an extra US$50 a year...

Features and Case Studies (13)

• Windows XP SP2: almost here

  Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) promises serious security fixes, and it's almost here. But you may not want to jump on it too fast. We'll tell you why.

• Longhorn could be tough sell for Microsoft

  After five years without a major update to Windows, Microsoft will find plenty of willing buyers for Longhorn next year. Or will it?

• Dreams of Longhorn

  Microsoft's OS is in development, and Bob Muglia has little latitude for more slips.

• The long march to Longhorn

  There's been no end to potholes and detours with Longhorn, the future version of Windows. Will Microsoft finally accept that it has bitten more than it can chew?

• Will Longhorn be worth the pain?

  Microsoft has removed some of the functionality from the next version of Windows to bring forward the release date, which could make the decision to upgrade even more difficult for some companies.

Reviews (5)

• Windows XP SP2: almost here

  Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) promises serious security fixes, and it's almost here. But you may not want to jump on it too fast. We'll tell you why.

• Windows Vista Ultimate

  Windows Vista Ultimate is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.

• Microsoft Windows XP SP2

  We recommend installing Windows XP SP2 but only after Microsoft has had a few weeks to work out the kinks.

• Windows Server 2008

  Windows Server 2008 is easier to install and manage than previous versions, and has many new and improved features that should encourage organisations to upgrade.

• Microsoft gets Windows XP ready

  Microsoft is set to release a test version of the next update to Windows XP, which adds security features as well as improved support for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks.

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