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This section provides a daily dose of regularly updated Tech Hardware News.Treasures or Trash, 5 PC Cases for Gamers
An anonymous reader writes "Tom's Hardware has a look at 5 different customized PC cases and a few peripheral devices that may be of some interest to gamers. From the article: 'Those who believe it is impossible to make any missteps when buying a gaming case are sadly mistaken. In most cases, you get too much plastic for your hard-earned money. Case components, covers and door panels break off
5/29/2006 6:20:52 PM
Reactions to Samsung's Q1 Ultra Mobile PC
After many years of gestation, the Microsoft-led Project Origami -- an effort to crossbreed an Ultra Mobile PC from a laptop, a PDA, and a portable media player -- had an offspring on May 1. That was the date Samsung introduced in the U.S. its Q1, the world's first Ultra Mobile PC by a major manufacturer.
5/28/2006 1:40:46 PM
Microsoft unveils Ultra Mobile PC concept designs
Microsoft is pushing for Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC) devices to be used for niche applications ranging from media players to GPS navigation systems and health monitors.
5/27/2006 3:30:24 AM
Gotcha: Where's My PC Card Slot?
The ExpressCard slot--a new standard as of 2003--replaces the PC Card slot but doesn't accommodate current PC Cards.
5/26/2006 3:00:00 AM
Microsoft to refine Vista's PC rating tool
Current version could be "misleading," is what hardware makers and others tell Microsoft.
5/25/2006 11:46:36 PM
Hardware and Software Vendors Rally Behind HD DVD at WinHEC 2006
Today at the Microsoft Windows Hardware Engineering Conference 2006, Microsoft Corp. announced various PC manufacturers, independent hardware vendors and independent software vendors that are committed to supporting HD DVD in their respective products.
5/24/2006 4:49:00 PM
Handango to Offer Windows Mobile and Tablet PC Content Through Windows Marketplace
Today, Handango, the leading provider of mobile content, announced it will provide Windows Mobile and Tablet PC content on Windows Marketplace, a shopping portal for customers to find and buy software and hardware for the Windows operating system.
5/24/2006 7:00:00 AM
Microsoft Launching Pay-as-You-Go PC System in Brazil
Cut-rate PC/hardware Windows XP Starter Edition bundles aren't Microsoft's only solution for bringing computing to the masses. Microsoft (MSFT) unveiled a new financing program designed to make PCs more affordable to emerging-market customers on May 22, the day before the kick-off of its annual Windows Hardware Engineering Conference (WinHEC) in Seattle. The new pay-as-you-go program and
5/23/2006 9:38:35 AM
Microsoft Launches 'Pay as You Go' PC Trials
Cut-rate PC/hardware Windows XP Starter Edition bundles aren't Microsoft's only solution for bringing computing to the masses. Microsoft unveiled a new financing program designed to make PCs more affordable to emerging-market customers on May 22, the day before the kick-off of its annual Windows Hardware Engineering Conference (WinHEC) in Seattle.
5/22/2006 10:37:40 AM
PC industry eyes new markets with payment plan
Microsoft Corp. , chip makers and PC firms aim to increase PC usage in the developing world with a new flexible payment program to lower the initial costs of buying a computer, the companies said on Sunday.
5/22/2006 8:59:17 AM
ACT department signs AU$15 million hardware deal
The ACT Department of Education and Training has selected Australian assembler Optima as its exclusive supplier of PC hardware and services for the next four years.
5/21/2006 8:19:53 PM
Intel retains lead in PC graphics, but ATI rising
Intel retained its lead in PC graphics chips during the first three months of the year, although the company faced increased competition from two key rivals, according to research figures released Friday. Apple sources graphics hardware from all three manufacturers.
5/19/2006 9:09:00 AM
Microsoft Tells All on Vista's Hardware Needs
The software giant has, for the first time, given PC owners detailed information on its minimum hardware requirements for Vista operating system in an effort to help them prepare for the OS' January 2007 arrival.
5/18/2006 2:47:13 PM
Microsoft Spells Out Vista's Hardware Specs
Microsoft finally spills the details of the hardware requirements for its upcoming Windows Vista, ending months of speculation about what it will take to really run the new operating system.
5/18/2006 1:43:53 PM
Hardware Firms Go Against Crowd on Net Neutrality
An anonymous reader writes "Some of the largest hardware firms in the world, like Cisco and 3M, have sent a letter to U.S. policymakers asking them not to be too hasty on mandated net neutrality laws." From the News.com article: "'It is premature to attempt to enact some sort of network neutrality principles into law now,' says the letter, which was signed by 34 companies and sent to House
5/18/2006 8:28:02 AM
At Long Last, Final Vista Hardware Specs Are Out
On May 18, Microsoft is set to unveil, at long last, the final hardware requirements for Windows Vista.
5/17/2006 7:19:51 PM
AMD: 85-percent of Windows PC users run six apps concurrently; five of them are anti-malware apps
"Multicore processing allows control over many applications running on a single PC. AMD says 85 percent of PC users run six applications at once: antivirus, e-mail, firewall, spam protection, a pop-up blocker and spyware [protection/detection]," Ben Ames reports for IDG News Service.
5/17/2006 7:14:43 PM
Hardware producer Fujitsu-Siemens records 42% y/y revenue growth inHungary, above plans
BUDAPEST. MAY 17. INTERFAX CENTRAL EUROPE - Japanese-German hardware infrastructure manufacturer Fujitsu-Siemens outperformed its revenue plans for Hungary by 18 percentage points in the financial year ended March 31, with the EUR 45.8 mln in sales indicating 42% growth year on year (y/y), the company announced in Budapest in Wednesday.
5/17/2006 7:44:19 AM
PC Maintenance Tip: Control Access with ZoneAlarm
With today’s increasingly sophisticated viral and spyware threats, it is necessary to be proactive and equip your PC system with a complete and updated security system.
5/16/2006 9:12:47 PM
Ultra-Mobile PC carries small load of annoyances
Looking for a great PC that runs a fully fledged version of Windows XP but weighs less than 2 pounds? Well, it's here, at least if you can live without the "great" part. The Samsung Q1 is one of the first computers made to Microsoft Corp.'s Ultra-Mobile PC specification, formerly known as the company's Project Origami.
5/15/2006 3:20:50 AM
Review: HP iPAQ hw6915 Windows Mobile 5 Pocket PC Phone with GPS
This lovely piece of hardware isn't released yet, but we expect it to become available in June. While the iPAQ hw6515 didn't meet our view of perfection, HP's new Windows Mobile 5 model, the hw6915 comes pretty close. This ...
5/14/2006 8:58:02 PM
E3 shows impressive hardware, but software heads down same old gaming track
LOS ANGELES (CP) - The curtain has finally been raised on the next generation gaming vision of Sony and Nintendo, with both to join Microsoft's Xbox 360 in the marketplace later this year.
5/14/2006 1:27:00 PM
Apple: Right Biz Model for Post-PC Era?
The component model, which has served Microsoft well, simply doesn't meet consumers needs now that companies are focusing on portable music players, cell phones and dedicated gaming consoles, says Walt Mossberg. The end-to-end model that Apple uses for the Mac and iPod serves that market better.
5/14/2006 9:08:13 AM
In Case of Disaster, Have a Backup Plan for Your PC
With more people saving essential information on their computers, failing to back up a hard drive is asking for heartache.
5/13/2006 2:20:35 PM
Server is designed for ETX and PC/104-based industrial I/O.
Providing support for I/O line of USB and PC/104 I/O modules, NANO I/O Server utilizes any embedded ETX CPU board that meets ETX standard for processing. It features CPUs up to 1.8 GHz Pentium M, RS-232 and RS-232/422/485-selectable COM ports, and 10/100 Ethernet LAN. With 120 mm motherboard, right-angle mounted connectors include VGA, 4 USB 2.0 ports, and PS/2 mouse and keyboard. Using PC/104
5/12/2006 8:13:46 AM
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