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Windows Live Messenger

The live file-sharing capabilities and clear video call quality make Windows Live Messenger stand out.

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Windows Live Toolbar

Windows Live Toolbar can enhance the usefulness of Internet Explorer, make Web surfing more fun, and spare you some mouse clicks -- if you take the time to get acquainted with its features.

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Windows Live OneCare

Windows Live OneCare is the first of many managed online security services to debut this year. We recommend waiting, then comparing the offerings from Symantec, McAfee, and other established security vendors before deciding on a managed online security service.

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Windows Live OneCare Family Safety beta

Microsoft's beta version of a free service that filters Web sites for content for children makes parents and guardians system administrators for their kids' Windows Live accounts.

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Microsoft Live Meeting

This much-anticipated update to Live Meeting faces stiff competition from WebEx and GoToMeeting.

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Xbox 360 to get Windows Live IM

Microsoft introducing Windows Live Messenger capabilities into Xbox Live, planning to release keyboard attachment for controllers.

Lenovo loads up on Windows Live Search

All Lenovo computers worldwide will soon come bundled with Microsoft's Windows Live software, the companies announced Wednesday.

Windows Live offers Microsoft a quicker turnaround

Although it has taken Microsoft five years to develop the next version of Windows, the software maker seems to crank out a new Windows Live service every five minutes.

Windows Vista: One year on

Craig Simms wades through the mess that is still Windows Vista.

Why the media centre PC is destined for the home office

The forthcoming update to Intel's Viiv will see the media centre PC move from the living room to the home office.

Windows Vista Basics

Vista is more than a pretty new face for Windows; it has a bunch of new and re-designed features. We show you the ropes and help you get the most of Microsoft's lastest OS.

Desktop bling for Windows

Just because your computer comes with boring backgrounds and icons doesn't mean you have to live with them. Find themes, widgets, and other desktop tools to transform your computer from bo-ring to bling-bling.

Having fun with Windows Vista

There's more to Windows Vista than file structure and graphics engines.

Windows Vista 101: an overview of the basics

Microsoft's newest operating system may have arrived in early 2007, but many people are still reluctant to make the switch. But is now the time to upgrade from XP? What's changed? Take a look at this tutorial to learn everything you need to know about basic Windows Vista operation.

Customise your Windows right-click menu

Whether saving Web images or scanning files for viruses, the right-click has become an essential action for most PC users. However, tweaking that right-click menu in Windows Explorer has never been an easy task ... until FileMenu Tools came along.

Best free Windows Mobile software

You dig your Windows Mobile device, but you'll love it more when it's loaded up with free software for entertainment, security and work. Find the best and brightest free downloads for your faithful handheld.

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.

Windows Vista: past and future

Jeff Putt of Microsoft Australia discusses the future of Vista, and looks at the hardware hits (and misses) that have accompanied their operating systems.

Windows Vista pros and cons

What you'll love and hate about Windows Vista.

Online image editors for blogging

We head out across the Web to find out whether these online image editors are picture perfect.

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Live Search for Windows Mobile

Get search, maps, directions, traffic, gas prices, and movies with your Windows Mobile device.

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Windows Live Messenger 8.5.1302.1018

Connect and share instantly on the worlds most popular IM network.

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Windows Live OneCare

Protect your computer with virus scanning, firewalls, and tune ups.

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Live Desktop 3.2

Access your remote desktop by Live Messenger.

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Sync Live

Add records to standard Palm OS applications (Date Book, Address, To-do, Memo) from your Windows Desktop.

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