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    Mobile-device users find they have the same usability problems that some disabled users encounter with PCs, according to researchers from the University of Manchester.

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  • Palm deal harks back, looks forward

    News analysis: Palm is hoping that lightning will strike twice with its acquisition of Handspring, but the reunion may not be an easy one.

  • Panasonic unveils new ToughBooks

    Panasonic has updated its ToughBook range with the release of four notebooks, and a new rugged ultra-mobile PC.

  • Panasonic's new ToughBook range: Photos

    Panasonic unveiled its new ToughBook range in central Australia this week. This photo gallery gives you a close look at the new range, including the first Intel Atom-based ToughBook.

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    Over time, users begin to notice that their system is slow or that it hangs. While the possibilities for system slowdown are endless, we identify 10 common troubleshooting areas to examine before you suggest to management that it's time for an upgrade.

  • Rolling out handheld technologies

    Eight years ago, a motor transport company attempted to deploy handheld devices, but logistics thwarted the innovative effort. The second attempt provided unexpected benefits.

  • Microsoft wants another billion users

    Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer got Microsoft its first billion customers. It's Will Poole's job to get the next billion.

  • IBM's anti-control freak

    Senior vice-president of IBM Linda Sanford explains why the handoff to an offshore partner should be embraced, not feared.

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    From Paul Allen to Jeff Bezos, high-tech luminaries have ambitions that are out of this world. What is it with deep-pocket geeks and space?

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  • Tech Guide: Proceed with care

    When a computer breaks, think before you fix.

  • Ten ways to troubleshoot a slow PC

    Over time, users begin to notice that their system is slow or that it hangs. While the possibilities for system slowdown are endless, we identify 10 common troubleshooting areas to examine before you suggest to management that it's time for an upgrade.

  • Palm deal harks back, looks forward

    News analysis: Palm is hoping that lightning will strike twice with its acquisition of Handspring, but the reunion may not be an easy one.

  • Asus SDRW-08D1S-U External DVD-RW Drive

    External DVD writers are never going to be exciting, but at least Asus' effort looks pretty.

  • Panasonic ToughBook CF-U1

    Panasonic has created a new paradigm in rugged notebooks with the CF-U1, which is a nice balance between portability and functionality. However businesses should be aware of its limited performance, and note that protection comes at a premium price.

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