APC - Tagged Articles - Windows XP http://apcmag.com/ APC Magazine covers the latest in computing with a critical, independent eye to help you make the most of your tech dollar. Windows 7 to XP downgraders getting the boot http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-xp-downgraders-getting-the-boot.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-xp-downgraders-getting-the-boot.htm

Buyers of Windows 7 will soon be unable to do the up/downgrade shuffle to Windows XP as Microsoft changes the license conditions.]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 20:32:22 +1000 Windows Live Messenger 2010 gets social, runs on iPhone but not XP http://apcmag.com//windows-live-messenger-2010-gets-social-runs-on-iphone-but-not-xp.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-live-messenger-2010-gets-social-runs-on-iphone-but-not-xp.htm

The next version of Microsoft’s instant messaging app, part of ‘Wave 4’ of the Windows Live services, evolves into “a companion for your social networks” but unfriends XP.]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:44:20 +1000 Microsoft offers free Fix-It on XP, Vista http://apcmag.com//microsoft-offers-windows-7s-fix-it-skills-for-older-oses.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-offers-windows-7s-fix-it-skills-for-older-oses.htm

The self-healing power of Windows 7 is now available for those with older Microsoft operating systems]]> Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:55:00 +1000 Melbourne college in 1100-seat Win7 migration http://apcmag.com//melbourne-college-in-1100-seat-win7-migration.htm http://apcmag.com//melbourne-college-in-1100-seat-win7-migration.htm

APC journalist James Bannan has upgraded his school's 1100-PC network to Windows 7 and describes the challenges and benefits.]]> Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:21:01 +1000 XP apps not happy on Windows 7 http://apcmag.com//xp-apps-not-happy-on-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//xp-apps-not-happy-on-windows-7.htm

Two-thirds of companies shifting from XP to Windows 7 had issues, a study finds.]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 08:39:00 +1000 New Windows update bluescreening PCs http://apcmag.com//new-windows-updates-bluescreening-pcs.htm http://apcmag.com//new-windows-updates-bluescreening-pcs.htm

The latest batch of Windows Updates are causing problems for some users resulting in blue-screens and panic.]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 08:45:00 +1000 Australia gets Windows 7 Family Pack for $249 http://apcmag.com//windows-7-family-pack-australia.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-family-pack-australia.htm

The Windows 7 Family Pack, containing three licences for Windows 7 Home Premium, will go on sale in Australia tomorrow for $249.]]> Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:19:18 +1000 “Netbooks a necessary evil” for Microsoft and Intel http://apcmag.com//netbooks-a-necessary-evil-for-microsoft-and-intel.htm http://apcmag.com//netbooks-a-necessary-evil-for-microsoft-and-intel.htm

Tech analyst firm Canalys says that while netbooks reduced the PC profit margin they’ve proven their worth by transforming the industry – and being the only market segment to grow.]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2009 16:21:23 +1000 Psst: want a Dell Mini 9 netbook with inbuilt unlocked 3G modem for $549? http://apcmag.com//dse-offers-dell-mini-9-3g-netbooks-unlocked-for-549.htm http://apcmag.com//dse-offers-dell-mini-9-3g-netbooks-unlocked-for-549.htm

It’s not the newest netbook on the market but at $549 with an inbuilt and unlocked 3G modem the pint-sized Mini 9 is a pretty sweet deal...]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +1000 Apple makes a play for Windows 7 upgraders http://apcmag.com//apple-makes-a-play-for-windows-7-upgraders.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-makes-a-play-for-windows-7-upgraders.htm

Boot Camp update to deliver full Windows 7 compatibility, while new TV ads target Windows XP users as potential switchers. ]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:54:49 +1000 Firefox designer slams ‘pick your browser’ option in Windows 7 http://apcmag.com//firefox-designer-slams-pick-your-browser-option-in-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//firefox-designer-slams-pick-your-browser-option-in-windows-7.htm

Microsoft’s ‘browser ballot’ for European editions of Windows 7 ranks Safari and Chrome before Firefox on the menu. Apple and Google seem happy, but not Mozilla... ]]> Sun, 18 Oct 2009 17:22:04 +1000 From today, anti-virus is free, says Microsoft http://apcmag.com//microsoft-releases-free-security-essentials-software.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-releases-free-security-essentials-software.htm

The free anti-malware shield for Windows XP, Vista and 7 goes live today, replacing OneCare (and Windows Defender) as a simplified and streamlined solution.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:58:46 +1000 New Seagate NAS boxes kick off at $1,400 for 2TB http://apcmag.com//new-seagate-nas-boxes-kick-off-at-1400-for-2tb.htm http://apcmag.com//new-seagate-nas-boxes-kick-off-at-1400-for-2tb.htm

The aptly-named BlackArmour systems have landed on the local market, with the four-bay boxes offering 2TB through 6TB of off-the-shelf storage.]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2009 19:30:00 +1000 First Look: HP’s Mini 5101 ‘business class’ netbook http://apcmag.com//first-look-hps-mini-5101-business-class-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//first-look-hps-mini-5101-business-class-netbook.htm

HP amps up the netbook recipe with a larger keyboard, bigger (and faster) hard drive and optional SSD, high-res HD display and inbuilt 3G modem.]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:11:15 +1000 OffiSync makes Microsoft Office and Google Docs play nice http://apcmag.com//offisync-makes-microsoft-office-and-google-docs-play-nice.htm http://apcmag.com//offisync-makes-microsoft-office-and-google-docs-play-nice.htm

Free plug-in for Microsoft Office goes beyond file syncing between your hard drive and the Google Docs cloud, with tricks like support for collaboration and Google Image Search.]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:15:00 +1000 Sneak Peak: New Firefox UI for Windows http://apcmag.com//sneak-peak-new-firefox-ui-for-windows.htm http://apcmag.com//sneak-peak-new-firefox-ui-for-windows.htm

The Firefox team is tinkering with the browser’s Windows UI ahead of next year’s 5.7 update. These screenshots give you a first look at their ideas for the redesign...]]> Tue, 21 Jul 2009 23:59:12 +1000 Acer dual-OS Android/XP netbook coming next month? http://apcmag.com//acer-dual-os-androidxp-netbook-coming-next-month.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-dual-os-androidxp-netbook-coming-next-month.htm

Mr. Roboto netbook may hit store shelves next month from Acer.]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:22:00 +1000 Microsoft set to release Windows 7 this month http://apcmag.com//microsoft-to-release-windows-7-this-month.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-to-release-windows-7-this-month.htm

With Windows 7 set to be finalised this week, business customers will get the fresh-baked OS by the end of this month – almost three months before its public debut.]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:17:40 +1000 FIRST AUSSIE REVIEW: HP’s new Mini 110 netbook http://apcmag.com//first-aussie-review-hps-new-mini-110-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//first-aussie-review-hps-new-mini-110-netbook.htm

HP’s third-gen Mini 110 netbook is an economy-class version of the Mini 1000 with some upsides and downsides of its own...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:30:00 +1000 HP releases $500 Linux netbook onto Aussie market http://apcmag.com//hp-releases-500-linux-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-releases-500-linux-netbook.htm

The budget-priced Mini 110 makes its Aussie debut this week with HP’s Ubuntu-based ‘Mi’ edition and a 16GB solid state drive for $499. Want Windows XP? That’ll be another $200...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:00:00 +1000 Windows 7 not looking hot to the IT crowd http://apcmag.com//windows-7-not-looking-hot-to-the-it-crowd.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-not-looking-hot-to-the-it-crowd.htm

While the consumer market seems keen on jumping on the Windows 7 bandwagon, the people with the big money are sticking to XP]]> Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:25:00 +1000 Microsoft releases free beta of Security Essentials software http://apcmag.com//microsoft-releases-free-beta-of-security-essentials-software.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-releases-free-beta-of-security-essentials-software.htm

Now in public beta phase, Microsoft Security Essentials will not only replace the OneCare security suite but also deep-six Windows Defender. ]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:04:43 +1000 It's official: Windows 7 to launch October 22nd http://apcmag.com//its-official-windows-7-to-launch-october-22nd.htm http://apcmag.com//its-official-windows-7-to-launch-october-22nd.htm

Microsoft has confirmed a late October lift-off for Windows 7, confirming the date leaked last month by a loose-lipped Acer executive.]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2009 14:06:18 +1000 Windows 7 Starter drops three-app limit http://apcmag.com//windows-7-starter-drops-three-app-limit.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-starter-drops-three-app-limit.htm

Microsoft confirms that the ‘netbook edition’ of Windows 7 will now be able to run more than three apps simultaneously, although other limits remain in place.]]> Sat, 30 May 2009 12:33:32 +1000 HP refreshes netbook line with new Mini 110 and 1101 http://apcmag.com//hp-refreshes-netbook-line-with-mini-110-and-1101.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-refreshes-netbook-line-with-mini-110-and-1101.htm

Two new models based on the popular Mini 1000 see the return of the VGA port and bigger hard drives, plus optional HD graphics and 3G.]]> Wed, 27 May 2009 21:32:42 +1000 Free upgrades from Vista to Windows 7 begin June 26th http://apcmag.com//free-upgrades-from-vista-to-windows-7-begin-june-26th.htm http://apcmag.com//free-upgrades-from-vista-to-windows-7-begin-june-26th.htm

From next month Microsoft will offer a free copy of Windows 7 to buyers of new PCs running Vista, and in some cases XP.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 00:10:55 +1000 Microsoft revises ‘netbook’ hardware spec for Windows 7 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-revises-netbook-hardware-spec-for-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-revises-netbook-hardware-spec-for-windows-7.htm

Netbooks eligible to for the low-cost Windows 7 Starter edition can’t exceed a 10.2 inch screen or 1GB of RAM, although larger drives and faster processors are allowed.]]> Mon, 25 May 2009 08:00:00 +1000 Samsung’s four-way netbook play http://apcmag.com//samsungs-four-way-netbook-play.htm http://apcmag.com//samsungs-four-way-netbook-play.htm

The Korean powerhouse returns to the Australian PC market with a bang, unleashing four netbooks including a 12.1 inch mini-note and a 3G model.]]> Thu, 21 May 2009 23:54:18 +1000 Acer upsizes its Aspire One netbook to 11.6 inches http://apcmag.com//acer-upsizes-its-aspire-one-netbook-to-116-inches.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-upsizes-its-aspire-one-netbook-to-116-inches.htm

The best-selling netbook gets a big brother with an 11.6 inch HD display, eight hour battery life and $899 price tag.]]> Thu, 21 May 2009 10:00:00 +1000 Dell launches $700 Ubuntu Linux netbook onto Australian market http://apcmag.com//dell-launches-700-ubuntu-linux-netbook-onto-australian-market.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-launches-700-ubuntu-linux-netbook-onto-australian-market.htm

Dell’s innovative new Latitude 2100 netbook is the company’s first Aussie PC with Linux factory-installed – and while it’s intended for school students, anyone can buy it...]]> Wed, 20 May 2009 10:00:00 +1000 Windows 7 to be “more expensive” than Vista, XP http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-be-more-expensive-than-vista-xp.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-be-more-expensive-than-vista-xp.htm

Dell has seen Microsoft’s price list for Windows 7 and the PC manufacturer isn’t happy, warning that over-pricing will cruel consumer demand for OS upgrades and new PCs.]]> Tue, 19 May 2009 00:31:26 +1000 Office 2010 ‘technical preview’ beta leaks onto BitTorrent http://apcmag.com//office-2010-technical-preview-beta-leaks-onto-bittorrent.htm http://apcmag.com//office-2010-technical-preview-beta-leaks-onto-bittorrent.htm

Microsoft hasn’t officially opened its preview program for Office 2010 but the beta test build has already hit the Web via BitTorrent...]]> Mon, 18 May 2009 13:29:39 +1000 First Look: Toshiba NB200 netbook http://apcmag.com//first-look-toshiba-nb200-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//first-look-toshiba-nb200-netbook.htm

We get hands-on with all three models in Toshiba’s second-gen NB200 netbook family, which go on sale next week starting at $699 after cashback rebate.]]> Mon, 18 May 2009 12:29:07 +1000 Microsoft opens ‘technical preview’ beta program for Office 2010 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-opens-technical-preview-beta-program-for-office-2010.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-opens-technical-preview-beta-program-for-office-2010.htm

Want to get your hands on the next-gen Office suite? Microsoft is now accepting public registrations for its invitation-only preview of Office 2010.]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 15:45:42 +1000 Samsung brings its netbooks to Australia http://apcmag.com//samsung-brings-its-netbooks-to-australia.htm http://apcmag.com//samsung-brings-its-netbooks-to-australia.htm

Enthusiasts may no longer need to privately import Samsung netbooks once the Korean colossus begins local sales of its 10.1 inch and 12.1 inch models.]]> Wed, 13 May 2009 23:22:38 +1000 Microsoft ditches ‘Windows Genuine Advantage’ in Windows 7 http://apcmag.com//microsoft-ditches-windows-genuine-advantage-in-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-ditches-windows-genuine-advantage-in-windows-7.htm

But you can put away that celebratory bottle of bubbly... the widely criticised anti-piracy system is just having its name changed to Windows Activation.]]> Tue, 12 May 2009 23:36:10 +1000 Give XP a fast and free Windows 7 make-over http://apcmag.com//give-xp-a-windows-7-make-over.htm http://apcmag.com//give-xp-a-windows-7-make-over.htm

The Windows 7 Transformation Pack gives XP a top-to-tail interfacelift with a fresh yet familiar result...]]> Tue, 12 May 2009 22:59:42 +1000 Windows 7 to skip RC2, go straight to RTM in August http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-skip-rc2-go-straight-to-rtm-in-august.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-skip-rc2-go-straight-to-rtm-in-august.htm

Microsoft will skip a second Release Candidate for Windows 7 as it steams towards an RTM date in August ahead of an October launch.]]> Tue, 12 May 2009 22:30:19 +1000 Four small but cool features of Windows 7 http://apcmag.com//four-small-but-cool-features-of-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//four-small-but-cool-features-of-windows-7.htm

Besides the big-ticket features in Windows 7 Release Candidate there are plenty of small but welcome touches that makes real sense in everyday use.]]> Wed, 06 May 2009 09:35:14 +1000 Microsoft to offer XP upgrades to Windows 7, kinda sorta... http://apcmag.com//microsoft-to-offer-xp-upgrades-to-windows-7-kinda-sorta.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft-to-offer-xp-upgrades-to-windows-7-kinda-sorta.htm

Users of XP will quality for a free or low-cost upgrade to Windows 7, but they won’t be able to install 7 without first nuking XP from their hard drive.]]> Wed, 06 May 2009 08:00:00 +1000 Beyond Windows 7: Geneva, Hawaii and Dublin http://apcmag.com//beyond-windows-7-geneva-hawaii-and-dublin.htm http://apcmag.com//beyond-windows-7-geneva-hawaii-and-dublin.htm

Microsoft may have dumped Vienna as the codename for Windows 7 but there’s still plenty of virtual globetrotting in Redmond’s beta labs.]]> Mon, 04 May 2009 16:00:00 +1000 Windows 7 Release Candidate blocks upgrade from pre-RC builds http://apcmag.com//windows-7-release-candidate-blocks-upgrade-from-pre-rc-builds.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-release-candidate-blocks-upgrade-from-pre-rc-builds.htm

Microsoft has rigged the new Windows 7 Release Candidate to prevent upgrades on top of the pre-RC Beta 1 build, but there’s a work-around to save you from doing the Vista shuffle.]]> Mon, 04 May 2009 11:45:27 +1000 Inside Windows 7’s virtual ‘XP Mode’ http://apcmag.com//inside-windows-7s-virtual-xp-mode.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-windows-7s-virtual-xp-mode.htm

Microsoft won’t be bundling its virtualised XP Mode with this week’s Windows 7 Release Candidate, but here’s how to get it and what you need to know...]]> Sun, 03 May 2009 19:04:24 +1000 Download Windows 7 RC and keep it for a year, free http://apcmag.com//download-windows-7-rc-and-keep-it-for-a-year-free.htm http://apcmag.com//download-windows-7-rc-and-keep-it-for-a-year-free.htm

Microsoft will let users run the fresh-baked Windows 7 Release Candidate for a full year – through to June 2010, to be precise!]]> Sat, 02 May 2009 23:25:26 +1000 XP to remain on netbooks for one year after Windows 7 launches http://apcmag.com//xp-to-remain-on-netbooks-long-after-windows-7-launches.htm http://apcmag.com//xp-to-remain-on-netbooks-long-after-windows-7-launches.htm

Netbook manufacturers will be allowed to continue licensing and loading Windows XP until the end of 2010 – 12 months after Windows 7 arrives.]]> Sat, 02 May 2009 20:42:03 +1000 Smart Installer Pack: download Windows apps automatically http://apcmag.com//smart-installer-pack.htm http://apcmag.com//smart-installer-pack.htm

Just bought a new PC? What... you're dreading downloading and installing all your favorite software?]]> Fri, 01 May 2009 20:29:00 +1000 No plans for ‘7Lite’ reveals vLite creator http://apcmag.com//no-plans-for-7lite-reveals-vlite-creator.htm http://apcmag.com//no-plans-for-7lite-reveals-vlite-creator.htm

The author of the popular nLite and vLite programs for trimming Windows XP and Vista down to size says he currently has no plans to release a similar tool for Windows 7.]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:32:56 +1000 New Samsung netbook offers larger keyboard in 10-inch form factor http://apcmag.com//new-samsung-netbook-offers-larger-keyboard-in-10-inch-form-factor.htm http://apcmag.com//new-samsung-netbook-offers-larger-keyboard-in-10-inch-form-factor.htm

Netbook users with fat fingers, your computer is here!]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:18:00 +1000 Windows 7 to include ‘Virtual XP’ for 100% XP compatibility http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-include-virtual-xp-for-100-xp-compatibility.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-to-include-virtual-xp-for-100-xp-compatibility.htm

Premium editions of Windows 7 will include an ‘XP mode’ for running the aged OS or individual apps directly from a Virtual PC session.]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2009 16:11:51 +1000 Next-gen netbooks to run best under Windows 7 http://apcmag.com//next-gen-netbooks-will-run-best-under-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//next-gen-netbooks-will-run-best-under-windows-7.htm

Netbooks with Intel’s Atom GN40 graphics, solid state drives and 2GB of RAM will be the big winners under Windows 7.]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2009 15:17:33 +1000 Windows 7 Release Candidate leaked to BitTorrent http://apcmag.com//windows-7-release-candidate-leaked-to-bittorrent.htm http://apcmag.com//windows-7-release-candidate-leaked-to-bittorrent.htm

Ahead of this week’s expected debut for the Windows 7 ‘release candidate’, it seems that the RC1 edition – labelled Build 7100 – has already hit the BitTorrent network]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:37:55 +1000 Microsoft to offer XP downgrades from Windows 7 http://apcmag.com//the-value-of-windows-can-go-down-as-well-as-up.htm http://apcmag.com//the-value-of-windows-can-go-down-as-well-as-up.htm

Microsoft to offer downgrades from Windows 7 to Vista or even XP, will they stop at nothing to keep users in the Microsoft fold?]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2009 22:00:00 +1000 Experts to Microsoft: set your Windows patches free! http://apcmag.com//experts-to-microsoft-set-your-windows-patches-free.htm http://apcmag.com//experts-to-microsoft-set-your-windows-patches-free.htm

There’s a growing call for Microsoft to drop its Windows Genuine Activation process so that every Windows user can keep their PC completely up to date.]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2009 02:32:53 +1000 Dell preps Mini 11 netbook plus ‘budget’ Mini 10 model http://apcmag.com//dell-preps-mini-11-netbook-plus-budget-mini-10-model.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-preps-mini-11-netbook-plus-budget-mini-10-model.htm

A leaked copy of Dell’s netbook roadmap reveals a low-cost version of the Mini 10 due next month, with an 11.6 inch netbook codenamed ‘Argos’ slated for mid-year.]]> Mon, 06 Apr 2009 02:24:24 +1000 How to dual boot Linux and Windows XP (Linux installed first) -- the step-by-step guide with screenshots http://apcmag.com//how_to_dual_boot_linux_and_windows_xp_linux_installed_first.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_dual_boot_linux_and_windows_xp_linux_installed_first.htm

How to dual-boot Windows XP and Linux. (Now updated for Ubuntu 9.04.)]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2009 20:00:00 +1000 How to dual boot Windows XP and Windows 7 (XP installed first) http://apcmag.com//how_to_dual_boot_windows_xp_and_windows_7_xp_installed_first.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_dual_boot_windows_xp_and_windows_7_xp_installed_first.htm

Got your hands on the Windows 7 beta and want to dual boot it alongside Windows XP? Here's our step-by-step tutorial to get you up and running with Microsoft's latest OS.]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:00:00 +1000 First Look: HP Mini 2140 netbook http://apcmag.com//first_look_hp_mini_2140_netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//first_look_hp_mini_2140_netbook.htm

HP’s update to its 2133 Mini-note keeps the best traits of the original model and upgrades the rest – including a bigger screen, better processor and six cell battery. ]]> Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:40:50 +1000 How to virtualize XP on Mac OS X http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_mac_os_x.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_mac_os_x.htm

How to run Windows XP inside Mac OS X free of charge, without paying for Parallels or VMware. Our step-by-step tutorial has all the answers!]]> Thu, 25 Dec 2008 12:00:00 +1000 How to virtualize Ubuntu on XP http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_ubuntu_on_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_ubuntu_on_xp.htm

Virtualize Ubuntu on top of Windows XP without spending a cent, with our step-by-step tutorial.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 How to virtualize Vista on XP http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_vista_on_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_vista_on_xp.htm

Want to check out Vista without migrating off XP? Virtualization is the key and our step-by-step tutorial is the answer.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 How to virtualize XP on Ubuntu http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_ubuntu.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_ubuntu.htm

Need to get Windows XP up and running on Ubuntu? Our step-by-step tutorial covers all you need to know.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 How to virtualize XP on Vista http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_vista.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_virtualize_xp_on_vista.htm

Need to keep XP running on your Vista system? Virtualization is the key and our step-by-step tutorial will get you there.]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +1000 HP Compaq 2230s: “almost a netbook” for grown-ups http://apcmag.com//hp_compaq_2230s_notebook.htm http://apcmag.com//hp_compaq_2230s_notebook.htm

Placed between a notebook and a netbook, the ultraportable HP Compaq 2230s is great for business professionals. ]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:00:00 +1000 Oops... AVG accidentally kills Windows http://apcmag.com//oops_avg_accidentally_kills_windows.htm http://apcmag.com//oops_avg_accidentally_kills_windows.htm

Update to popular AV tool kills critical Windows file; AVG scrambles for a variety of fixes.]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:48:49 +1000 Dell: many users will skip Vista, “go straight from XP to Windows 7” http://apcmag.com//dell_many_users_will_go_skip_vista_go_straight_from_xp_to_windows_7.htm http://apcmag.com//dell_many_users_will_go_skip_vista_go_straight_from_xp_to_windows_7.htm

Michael Dell says he’s working closely with Microsoft on Windows 7 and likes the way the OS is shaping up, but can understand why many people will skip Vista entirely.]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:50:00 +1000 HP to offer Mini 1000 with Linux http://apcmag.com//hps_mini_1000_netbook_tripleplay.htm http://apcmag.com//hps_mini_1000_netbook_tripleplay.htm

All three editions of the Mini 1000 netbook will be sold in Australia, but the price tags could sting. Plus: updated 2133 Mini-Note is also set for global release]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:00:00 +1000 Dell's 12 inch Vista netbook will cost $999 http://apcmag.com//dell_unveils_12_inch_vista_netbook_for_999.htm http://apcmag.com//dell_unveils_12_inch_vista_netbook_for_999.htm

The Inspiron Mini 12 packs a big screen (and Windows Vista) into a thin and light chassis, but Dell says the upcoming 3G broadband card is why Linux remains missing from the menu.]]> Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:00:00 +1000 FIRST LOOK: Lenovo IdeaPad S10 netbook http://apcmag.com//first_look_lenovo_ideapad_s10_netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//first_look_lenovo_ideapad_s10_netbook.htm

We get hands on with a 10 inch netbook that almost hits the sweet spot.]]> Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:00:00 +1000 ASUS unveils $1000 Macbook Air / Eee PC hybrid http://apcmag.com//asus_unveils_the_1000_netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//asus_unveils_the_1000_netbook.htm

The company that started the low-cost notebook wave goes upmarket with the Eee PC S101. It’s slim, stylish – and officially Australia's most expensive netbook.]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:00:00 +1000 Four times the return rate for Linux netbooks compared to XP http://apcmag.com//xp_leads_linux_in_the_netbook_stakes.htm http://apcmag.com//xp_leads_linux_in_the_netbook_stakes.htm

As MSI sees Linux netbooks returned four times more often than Windows models, Microsoft loosens its licensing restrictions on XP for netbook makers.]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:00:00 +1000 Microsoft extends Windows XP to mid-2009 http://apcmag.com//microsoft_extends_windows_xp_to_mid2009.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft_extends_windows_xp_to_mid2009.htm

Continued popularity of XP over Vista sees Microsoft give the never-say-die OS an unprecedented third stay of execution – this time to July 31 next year.]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:04:51 +1000 Vista and XP get Linux-like multiple desktops http://apcmag.com//vista_and_xp_get_linuxlike_multiple_desktops.htm http://apcmag.com//vista_and_xp_get_linuxlike_multiple_desktops.htm

Microsoft has quietly released a utility that allows you to create multiple desktops on Vista or XP.]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2008 06:34:27 +1000 Microsoft releases IE8 beta 2: MS porn mode included http://apcmag.com//microsoft_releases_ie8_beta_2.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft_releases_ie8_beta_2.htm

The second beta of Internet Explorer 8 looks a lot better than the first one — but frankly, a lot of that is due to features copied from Firefox 3.

]]> Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:47:52 +1000 Microsoft releases faster Desktop Search 4.0 http://apcmag.com//microsoft_releases_faster_desktop_search_40.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft_releases_faster_desktop_search_40.htm

If you've wondered how exactly Vista's sluggish desktop search saves you time, you might be pleasantly surprised by the updated version.]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:25:31 +1000 Microsoft goes into Speed Launch mode http://apcmag.com//microsoft_goes_into_speed_launch_mode.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft_goes_into_speed_launch_mode.htm

No, we're not talking about the launch of Windows 7, unfortunately. Speed Launch is a cool, free app launcher from Microsoft.]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:06:50 +1000 XP still killing Vista in sales volume: HP http://apcmag.com//xp_still_killing_vista_in_sales_volume_hp.htm http://apcmag.com//xp_still_killing_vista_in_sales_volume_hp.htm

Business PC buyers are still overwhelmingly opting for XP, computer giant HP has revealed. ]]> Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:03:19 +1000 Intel set to unleash dual-core Atom http://apcmag.com//intel_set_to_unleash_dualcore_atom.htm http://apcmag.com//intel_set_to_unleash_dualcore_atom.htm

The pint-sized processor shifts to a dual-core design intended for mini-notes and a new breed of desktops]]> Sun, 27 Jul 2008 23:34:11 +1000 Microsoft hobbles XP mini-notes with 1GB RAM limit http://apcmag.com//microsoft_hobbles_xp_mininotes_with_1gb_ram_limit.htm http://apcmag.com//microsoft_hobbles_xp_mininotes_with_1gb_ram_limit.htm

Redmond’s new XP mini-note licence dictates a 1GB memory limit to protect the high-profit position of Vista-powered notebooks]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:00:00 +1000 The curtain finally closes on Windows 3.11 http://apcmag.com//the_curtain_finally_closes_on_windows_311.htm http://apcmag.com//the_curtain_finally_closes_on_windows_311.htm

Were you using computers in 1993? If yes, read on. If no, go suck on an Alcopop or something.]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +1000 Pirated Windows more impressive than the real thing http://apcmag.com//pirated_windows_more_impressive_than_the_real_thing.htm http://apcmag.com//pirated_windows_more_impressive_than_the_real_thing.htm

The latest version of TinyXP has hit the pirate boards. SP3-integrated and with more tools than you can poke a stick at, it gives XP a new lease on life. Shame it's illegal.]]> Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:48:02 +1000 Read Bill Gates' scathing email about "unusable" Windows http://apcmag.com//even_bill_gates_cant_use_windows.htm http://apcmag.com//even_bill_gates_cant_use_windows.htm

The Ex-MS supremo found Windows "unusable". But which version?]]> Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:00:00 +1000 Microsoft eats humble pie over XP http://apcmag.com//windows_xp_is_dead_long_live_windows_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//windows_xp_is_dead_long_live_windows_xp.htm

Microsoft announces Windows XP support to be extended to 13 years. Vista cries.]]> Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:00:00 +1000 Windows XP SP3 causing buggy home routers to crash http://apcmag.com//router_crashes_blamed_on_windows_xp_sp3.htm http://apcmag.com//router_crashes_blamed_on_windows_xp_sp3.htm

Been having problems with your broadband router rebooting unexpectedly? Windows XP SP3 could be the cause -- but isn't actually to blame. ]]> Sat, 07 Jun 2008 13:30:58 +1000 Windows-based EeePC cheaper than Linux one http://apcmag.com//windowsbased_eeepc_cheaper_than_linux_one.htm http://apcmag.com//windowsbased_eeepc_cheaper_than_linux_one.htm

Is ASUS in bed with Microsoft? The new XP-based EeePC 900 will actually be cheaper than the Linux-based version.]]> Wed, 07 May 2008 17:32:41 +1000 Is SP3 really the end of the road for XP? http://apcmag.com//is_sp3_really_the_end_of_the_road_for_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//is_sp3_really_the_end_of_the_road_for_xp.htm

With the final major service pack for Windows XP being released, Microsoft is hoping people will start focusing on Vista, but Dell, Asus and others still see a large market for XP.]]> Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:48:40 +1000 HOW TO: get Windows XP running well on the Eee PC http://apcmag.com//how_to_get_windows_xp_running_well_on_the_eee_pc.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_get_windows_xp_running_well_on_the_eee_pc.htm

So you know someone who's bought one of the new Eee PCs running Windows XP? Take pity on them and make a few of these changes to make it run better.]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:00:00 +1000 IN DEPTH: Official Eee PC with XP http://apcmag.com//in_depth_official_eee_pc_with_xp.htm http://apcmag.com//in_depth_official_eee_pc_with_xp.htm

Asus now offers Eee PC buyers a choice between Linux and Windows. So just how good (or how bad) is the little laptop when it comes pre-loaded with XP?]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:00:00 +1000 How to dual boot Vista and XP (with Vista installed first) -- the step-by-step guide with screenshots http://apcmag.com//how_to_dual_boot_vista_and_xp_with_vista_installed_first__the_stepbystep_guide.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_dual_boot_vista_and_xp_with_vista_installed_first__the_stepbystep_guide.htm

UPDATED | Got a Vista PC and want to install XP so you can dual-boot between them? Here's how to do it, in an easy, step-by-step format.]]> Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:00:00 +1000 WINDOWS SLOWDOWN: Microsoft forces install of Windows Desktop Search http://apcmag.com//windows_slowdown_microsoft_forces_install_of_windows_desktop_search.htm http://apcmag.com//windows_slowdown_microsoft_forces_install_of_windows_desktop_search.htm

Has your PC suddenly started running slowly for no obvious reason? You can thank Microsoft for that.]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2007 04:13:05 +1000 How to dual-boot Vista with XP (with XP installed first) - step-by-step guide with screenshots http://apcmag.com//how_to_dualboot_vista_with_xp__stepbystep_guide_with_screenshots.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_dualboot_vista_with_xp__stepbystep_guide_with_screenshots.htm

Want to install Vista on your PC but don't want to get rid of XP just yet? Here's how to install it so you can dual-boot between them, in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide.]]> Tue, 05 Jun 2007 23:19:00 +1000 HOW TO: create a bootable XP SP3 CD http://apcmag.com//how_to_create_a_bootable_xp_sp3_cd.htm http://apcmag.com//how_to_create_a_bootable_xp_sp3_cd.htm Tue, 05 Jun 2007 18:33:00 +1000 Windows PE 2.0: a tiny version of Windows for system maintenance http://apcmag.com//windows_pe_20_a_tiny_version_of_windows_for_system_maintenance.htm http://apcmag.com//windows_pe_20_a_tiny_version_of_windows_for_system_maintenance.htm

Few people know it, but when you boot off the Vista install DVD, you're booting into a different version of Windows altogether: Windows PE 2.0. Stripped away from the Vista installer, it's a remarkably powerful, compact OS.]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2006 04:28:06 +1000