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Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005

Though slightly flawed, Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 makes pen-based computing feasible for the average worker.

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Internet Explorer 6 (with Windows XP SP2)

Venerable Internet Explorer is showing its age among the hot, young field of browsers led by Mozilla's Firefox.

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Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

Media Center Edition 2005 is the best desktop DVR app out there, but it's not yet ready to play hub for your digital home.

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Kaspersky Internet Security 2009

Kaspersky Internet Security 2009 provides adequate protection, but the program itself could use some work in telling the user what's going on.

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Microsoft Remote Keyboard (Windows XP Media Center Edition)

The media buttons on the Microsoft Remote Keyboard for Windows XP Media Center Edition make it easy to control MCE from the comfort of your couch, but the mouse could be easier to use.

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Vista Service Pack 1: Things Microsoft forgot to fix

Life's all about grabbing opportunities, and we think Microsoft missed a few with Windows Vista SP1. Here's a list of things we think should have been included with the operating system upgrade to improve the Windows Vista user experience on the whole.

Windows Vista's half-cocked firewall

The new Windows Firewall in Windows Vista allows outbound connections by default.

The Netscaping of Symantec and McAfee

Symantec and McAfee have looked into the future and don't want to become the next Netscapes.

PC makers walk fine line with 'crapware'

Computer makers tweak their approaches to avoid alienating customers while still trying to milk third-party software's cash cow.

New Year, old flaws in Windows and Internet Explorer

Even with Windows XP SP2 installed, there are new attacks aimed at your PC.

XP to Vista: How to transfer your data

In this quick guide we'll show you how to transfer your files and settings from an aging Windows XP computer to a new Vista machine.

Give Windows XP a Vista Look

Windows Vista won't be available until early next year, but current XP users drooling over Vista's new Aero theme and utilities, such as sidebars and widgets, don't have to wait for Microsoft to ship out its new operating system to upgrade their desktops.

Remove IE from XP?

I recently switched to Firefox from Internet Explorer--spyware and uninstallable toolbars were driving me crazy. Now that I have Firefox and don't need IE anymore, is there any way for me to completely remove IE 6 from Windows XP Home Edition?

File sharing between XP, Vista and OS X on a local network

You've got a Mac and a PC hooked up to a local network, and you'd like to share files between them. Thing is, file sharing isn't easy. No sweat! CNET.com.au walks you through setting up file sharing on OS X, Vista and XP.

Tech nightmares: Windows XP SP2

To exorcise Windows XP's security demons, Microsoft recently gave it a thorough overhaul in the shape of Service Pack 2. But -- surprise, surprise -- it's not perfect...

Mock OS X: Five ways to make your PC more like a Mac

If you're suffering from envy of your Apple compadres, here's a few quick tips for tricking out Windows to look like your fruity friends.

One instant messenger to rule them all

If you've got buddies on multiple instant messenger networks and are sick of having a client for each, there are solutions at hand.

Internet Explorer 7 vs. Firefox 2

We put the latest browsers from Microsoft and Mozilla head-to-head and see which one emerges victorious.

FAQ: Getting a handle on Windows Vista

From features and requirements to versions and release dates, here is everything you need to know about the new update to the dominant operating system.

An inside look at Windows Vista

Now set to ship in January 2007, Windows Vista will be Microsoft's first major operating system release since it introduced Windows XP in 2001.

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XP Icons

Change Windows 98 and Millennium shell icons to the new Windows XP Icons.

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FolderIcon XP

Change an icon or color of any folder.

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XP Style Icons

Add XP style icons to your desktop.

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IconXP 3.18

Create and edit icons for your desktop and the Web.

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Professional Xp Icons 6

Get over 17,400 images for your Web site, e-mails, and applications.

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