Legal, Ad-Supported Music P2P Service Launches
Qtrax, a new legal online file-sharing online service that allows fans to download songs for free, said that it will launch with 25 million to 30 million copyrighted tracks with backing from the major labels.
From VCR to DVD: Update Your Oldies
In the digital age it may necessary to upgrade your analog memories. Here's how.
IBM, Samsung, Freescale Join on 32-nm R&D
IBM, Singapore's Chartered Semiconductor and Samsung Electronics will join forces to develop and manufacture chips using an advanced processing technology, the companies said on Wednesday.
Palm Announces Pre Price, Ship Date
The Palm Pre will be available on Saturday, June 6 for $199.99 with a two-year service agreement and $100 mail-in rebate, Sprint and Palm announced Tuesday.
Shssh! No Talking on Sony's 'Home,' for Now
In an effort to fix the issues surrounding the launch of Sony's "Home" service, Sony is issuing a patch that, among other things, will remove the voice chat feature.
On Hold
In yet another setback for Sony's ballyhooed Blu-ray hi-def video technology, Sony and Pioneer have pushed back their delivery dates for the first dedicated players.
Free Beta Tool Stops Browser Exploits, Now
Keeping Windows and all of your programs fully up-to-date is a good way to fend off attacks like the recent Internet Explorer exploit, but these updates only come once a month. A free beta utility, F-Secure's Exploit Shield, was specifically designed to step in in the meantime.
For Microsoft, 2006 Ends as a Sprint to the Finish Line
While 2006 may have started off as a casual walk in the park for Microsoft, it ended as a sprint to the finish line as the software maker rushed to get Vista and Office out the door.
Kaleidescape Prevails in DVD Copying Suit
DVD jukebox company Kaleidescape has prevailed in its court case against the DVD Copy Control Association (DVD CCA).
Vista Upgrade Is a Long Way Off, Say IT Pros
It might be the most publicized technology release this year, but it will be a while before Vista makes an enterprise mark according to a new report.
