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Microsoft stengthens anti-piracy check on Windows XP
Microsoft has updated the Windows Genuine Advantage Notification software that verifies whether a copy of Windows XP Pro is genuine, making it more persistently visible to users.
New fast Wi-Fi roaming standard agreed
The IEEE has completed 802.11r, a standard that lets Wi-Fi devices roam quickly between access points, improving the performance of VoIP on enterprise LANs.
No Bluetooth in Android 1.0 says Google
Google has indicated that its new mobile operating system, Android, will not feature Bluetooth - at least not in the initial version. The news will shock those developers who have been busy constructing Android applications that can use features such as GPS, Wi-Fi and cameras.
Windows Vista users race to install SP1
Windows Vista users have been quicker to install the first service pack for the OS than XP users have been to adopt XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), according to Windows performance and metrics researcher Devil Mountain Software.
Nokia warns of security vulnerability in Series 40 OS
Nokia confirmed Thursday its widely used Series 40 operating system has security vulnerabilities that could allow stealth installation and activation of applications.
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Google Android team seeks security advice
Google Android developers are asking security experts for input.
Microsoft patch software introduces Windows 7
Microsoft has seeded Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) - its popular corporate patch product - with references to Windows 7, the upcoming replacement for Windows Vista, according to network administrators.
More than 2,000 developers working on Windows 7
Microsoft has 25 'feature teams' of about 100 employees each working on the upcoming replacement to Windows Vista - currently called Windows 7.
Intel to support 2.3GHz and 3.5GHz WiMax
Intel is set to extend the frequency ranges supported by its WiMax chipset next year beyond 2.5GHz.
3G iPhone update still leaves problems say users
New firmware for Apple's iPhone released yesterday has not fixed users' 3G reception problems, according to reports on the company's support forums.
US business users 'turning their back on Vista'
US business users are increasingly turning away from Microsoft's Vista and going back to XP according to figures from a US software company.
Samsung launches 'green' smartphones
Samsung has released three environmentally friendly handsets, using 'green' materials for their exteriors and recycled ones inside.
Microsoft faces new anti-trust over withdrawal of XP
Microsoft's long-running anti-trust battle continues, with Taiwan's Fair Trade Commission announcing an investigation into whether or not the Windows developer holds a monopoly position over the island's software market and if it abuses such a position.
Former Apple executive settles backdating charges
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has reached a settlement with Nancy Heinen, former general counsel of Apple, ending an investigation into Apple's stock options backdating scandal.
Microsoft to reveal in-depth Windows 7 details
Microsoft developers will get their first peak at the company's next desktop operating system (OS) in October, with the company planning to give partners an in-depth look at Windows 7 at the Professional Developers Conference (PDC).
Open source advocates hail court ruling
Free software advocates are praising a federal appeals ruling that allows greater protection for open source software against copyright infringement.
Sun releases beta of NetBeans IDE
A beta release of the open source NetBeans 6.5 IDE is being offered by Sun Microsystems on Wednesday.
Developers frustrated with Google slow progress on Android
After 219 developers signed a petition asking for more information about Android's progress, Google offered a two-sentence reply saying thanks.
Nokia targeted for mobile phone hack 'ransom'
Hackers could use critical Java flaws to surreptitiously make calls, record conversations and access information on Nokia Series 40 cell phones, according to a Polish researcher.
Fedora 10 alpha code released
Red Hat and project contributors have released alpha code for Fedora 10, the next version of the Linux distribution that will include enhancements to the audio, security and wireless-connection features of the operating system.
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