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    Before you go through the time and expense of rolling out Windows XP, consider Microsoft's hardware requirements. What are the minimum hardware requirements and why can these be insufficient for normal business use?

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    When you're asked to support both Windows XP and Red Hat Linux, but budget constraints prevent you from buying multiple test machines, dual booting may be your best option. Here's how to set up such a system.

  • Make legacy applications feel at home in Windows XP

    When you make the upgrade to Windows XP, you may run into problems with legacy applications. Learn how you can use XP's Compatibility Mode to overcome issues with older applications.

  • Beware the new 'security' features in IE6

    Although Microsoft claims to finally be paying attention to security as an important issue for the masses, there are some doubts about whether IE6, which is built into XP, has really improved security in any meaningful way.

  • XP activation FAQs

    As the popularity of Windows XP and Office XP grows, you may have some questions posed to you. Here are some basics of Microsoft's latest antipiracy effort, Product Activation.

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  • XP product activation: Solution, not conspiracy

    Since Windows XP went 'Gold', the conspiracy theorists and corporate planners have been hard at work. Contrary to the beliefs espoused by the 'Oliver Stone' DOJ advocates, Microsoft did not rush XP to market to beat some artificial government deadline and avoid an injunction.

  • Upgrading to XP: Timing is key

    Now that Windows XP is here, professionals are debating whether to proceed with upgrades to previous versions or go for the newest version to avoid being "leapfrogged" by technology. Three technology experts agree that it's an issue of timing.

  • What's new in Windows Vista?

    Don't want to take Windows Vista for a test drive until you know what it has to offer? Join Windows expert Deb Shinder for a visual tour of Beta 2 as she points out some of the more dramatic changes and shares her impressions of the new OS.

  • Upgrade your Palm OS

    If you own a Palm handheld, you might be due for a new OS. Here are some of the available upgrades, their download sources, and basic instructions for installation.

  • Creating a solid PDA use policy

    A PDA in the wrong hands can do considerable damage if the data is not protected. Find out how to handle the many unique security challenges associated with using PDAs.

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