Windows 7 Beta Critical to Compatibility
	In another example of the fact that Windows 7 will be everything that Windows Vista was not, Microsoft indicated a strong commitment to ensure a high level of compatibility for the next iteration of the Windows client from the get go. And the Wi ... [read more >>]
	30 May 2008, 12:06GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Windows 7 on a Diet, to Match the Hardware Requirements of the Vista Hog
	Under the leadership of Steven "Don't Call Me Transparent" Sinofsky, Senior Vice President, Windows and Windows Live Engineering Group, Microsoft will no longer repeat the five year gap between Windows XP and Windows Vista, or the mistakes done with the latest Windows client. The first sign that the ... [read more >>]
	30 May 2008, 10:30GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Phlashing Attacks Could Destroy Your Hardware
	A new type of security attacks, codenamed phlashing, could bring more damages than any other attack launched over the web: the need of hardware replacement. According to various sources, security researchers have found that phlashing attacks, which could hit the hardware components of computers, may damage them and force owners to replace them. Rich Smith, head of research for offensive technologies and threats at HP Systems Secu ... [read more >>]
	22 May 2008, 03:51GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

The Razer Lycosa Keyboard Review
	Introduction Razer’s latest gaming keyboard, the Lycosa, has been around ever since November 2007 and I was keen to get my hands on it for quite some time. The name "Lycosa" comes from a really mean-looking tarantula spider, which is located somewhere on the lands of Italy. So it seems that Razer meant to keep our attention on arachnids, as far as gaming keyboards go. Nevertheless, the new one look ... [read more >>]
	23 April 2008, 03:04GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Old Hardware Gets New Lease of Life with Ubuntu
	Open-source fans worldwide have made a habit out of holding "install-fests", the equivalent of a practical training, where non-technicians get to know the benefits of using Linux and other open-source applications on computers. A San Francisco non-profit foundation went a little further with the install-fest idea and joined swords with Untangle, a San Mateo-based open-source vendor in order to co-sponsor an all-day ... [read more >>]
	03 March 2008, 04:11GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Red Face O'Shame at GDC
	The Game Developers Conference in San Francisco is, to some, the new E3. That implies more game developers, artists, storytellers and publishers talking and sharing ideas about the future of gaming. An E3 grade conference implies demos for the masses, trailers on HD giant screens, booths where people can play tomorrow's games today. Most hardware developers bring out their best stuff so that the unwashed masses can watch an ... [read more >>]
	25 February 2008, 05:20GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Workers Actually Buy a $3,394 MacBook Air!
	Not wanting any suspense hovering over this simple (and logical) piece, I'm just going to get straight to the point. How much do you think the MacBook Air really has you forking for, if you're going to use it as your primary work tool? 3,394$ That ... [read more >>]
	06 February 2008, 03:18GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Microsoft Unveils New Hybrid Peripherals on Steroids
	With the promise to recharge peripheral perception, Microsoft is delivering a new line-up of hybrid peripherals on steroids. The Redmond company has revealed the next step in the evolution of two of its most popular examples of peripherals, blending desktop with notebook portability. In this context, Microsoft unveiled the new versions of the Wireless Laser Mouse 6000 and the Wireless Laser Mouse 7000. While both products have been aro ... [read more >>]
	05 February 2008, 10:50GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

More Google Hardware for Your Business
	The Mountain View company debuted Google Search Appliance version 5.0, the hardware solution which is supposed to provide search capabilities for the enterprise consumers. The new technology comes with lots of improvements meant to improve the efficiency and the security of Search Appliance such as: support for Microsoft Windows Integrated Authentication, secure crawling and serving of file system content as well as significant p ... [read more >>]
	11 October 2007, 03:10GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

OLPC Not Running Low on Parts
	The One Laptop Per Child foundation is preparing for the fast coming massive computer shipments that will begin in October and as the entire laptop and notebook manufacturing industry is plagued by critical component shortages, some reports and analysts are less than optimistic about OLPC's ability to respect its deadlines. But according to the news site ... [read more >>]
	03 September 2007, 04:01GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Intel Goes for Security
	Computer systems' security is a very hot topic, as there is a permanent battle between those seeking unauthorized access to confidential data and information and those employed to protect and keep this data and info secure. Well, now Intel decided to enter this battle and launch a line of processors, the vPro series, that implements a number of security technologies at the hardware level. The vPro line is aimed at busines ... [read more >>]
	25 August 2007, 07:00GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Microsoft Hardware from the Word Mouse to Vista-based Surface Computing
	The Microsoft Hardware Group was spawned all the way back in 1982, and this year, the division turned 25. Focusing on building not only the software but also computer peripherals, the Redmond company attempted to deliver its vision of a comprehensive digital lifestyle by bridging the gap between software products and hardware accessories. Unlike Apple, Microsoft never produced a proprietary platform to completely control the software and h ... [read more >>]
	23 August 2007, 03:08GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

HP Scores Yet Another Big Contract
	After the announcement of the signed contract with the United States Air Force, HP is ready to take on another big and lucrative business opportunity, a contract with the company Maritz. According to a HP press release concerning this event, the computer manufacturing company is going to supply Maritz w ... [read more >>]
	22 August 2007, 12:08GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Hard Security on Flash Drives
	Corsair has just brought something new on the market and I have to say that the simplicity of this new security measure is mind-blowing. Instead of complicate software solutions, involving all sorts of programs that ask you for passwords, the memory company decided to come up with a hardware solution, in order to enforce security. This new gizmo is a simple padlock with five buttons, so all you have to do to unlock your flash ... [read more >>]
	20 August 2007, 08:15GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Notebook Manufacturers Short on Supplies
	Notebook manufacturers and vendors announced at the beginning of the year high target shipments and record sales as the mobile computing market seemed ready to absorb all the systems thrown at it. For the first time in the history of computing, laptop and notebook shipments equaled – and in some cases even went over – the desktop sales and demand. This market trend of increasing the demand of portable computing solutions is due to the fact ... [read more >>]
	16 August 2007, 08:56GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Computer Hardware Design Challenges
	Moore’s Law, getting more and more transistors in a computer chip and getting out as much performance as possible, was the driving force behind the computer hardware industry for a number of years now. One problem that the whole CMOS based hardware manufacturers face is that they are reaching the limits of the materials they work with. So, after all these years the industry might for the first time be unable to follow any further Moore’s L ... [read more >>]
	13 August 2007, 03:02GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

LG Electronics Reports Its Earnings Results
	LG Electronics is a producer of consumer electronics and mobile communication. It has just announced its earnings for the second quarter of 2007. As the LG company is formed of more separate divisions, in order to facilitate an overview of the entire business, the company released financial earnings on a global basis. Because of a very dynamic market in the mobile communication business, the LG division of Mobile Communications and Digital ... [read more >>]
	21 July 2007, 07:15GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

LinuxCertified Announces the Linux Device Driver Development Course
	LinuxCertified is a provider of Open-Source Products, Training and Services. They sell pre-installed Linux Laptops. They also offer training in Linux and other Open-Source software. Recently, LinuxCertified has announced the Linux Device Driver Development Course class to be held in South Bay, CA from July 30th to August 1st. It seems that the course would deal with some issues related to the development and testing of the Linux device ... [read more >>]
	22 June 2007, 08:47GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Google Might Step into The Hardware Market
	The well-known partnership between Google and Dell was recently started as the two companies manufactured the first Google Search Appliance as a result of the agreement. If you didn't know, Search Appliance is a device created for the enterprise users that can bring the power of the Google search technologies to the business owners. David Bercovich, Product Marketing Manager, said that the partnership with Dell was recently ... [read more >>]
	21 June 2007, 02:07GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Want Windows Vista Magnifier?
	Microsoft announced the fact that it will open up its current hardware technologies licensing program to additional developers. According to the Redmond Company, contract manufacturers, outsourced design and manufacturing firms will be able from now on to enjoy the benefits of the U2 licensing program. The Windows Vista edition of Magnifier will be reflected in an updated version of the company's licensing portfolio and as such be mad ... [read more >>]
	05 June 2007, 08:53GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia

Recipe for Making Your Own Robot with Parts from the Hardware Store
	Warning: do not attempt this at home! Aren't you tired of hearing this? I mean, why couldn't we build our own versions of Data, The Terminator, R2D2 or some other robot that marked our childhood? Perhaps that might be about to change, thanks to a project from a bunch of smart people at Carnegie Mellon University. They have been working on developing a series of DIY robots that can be built with off-the-shelf par ... [read more >>]
	27 April 2007, 05:29GMT | (c) 2008 Softpedia