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Windows Live Hotmail

Drag-and-drop message organisation and a built-in MP3 player are among the notable new features to this radical overhaul of Hotmail.

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Windows Live Favorites

Windows Live Favorites lets you save, import, and arrange bookmarks in subject folders, then view saved links without leaving the page -- but it doesn't hook you up with other users' favourite URLs the way Del.icio.us does.

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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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Next G BlackBerry with Windows Live

The new BlackBerry Bold 9000 to come with integrated Windows Live services and to be offered on Telstra's Next G network.

Nokia adds Windows Live services to phones

The Finnish handset giant will offer mobile Web services from Microsoft including Windows Live Messenger and Hotmail.

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.

Xbox 360 to get Windows Live IM

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

Microsoft readies Windows Live parental controls

Microsoft is inviting testers to try an early version of new parental control software for Windows XP called Windows Live Family Safety Settings.

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.

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.

Having fun with Windows Vista

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

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.

Start-page smackdown: Netvibes, Pageflakes, iGoogle and Live.com

Want to create your own homepage? We put four personalised start pages through their paces and rank them according to looks, features and performance.

Windows Vista pros and cons

What you'll love and hate about Windows Vista.

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.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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Windows Live

Stay connected, feel protected, and share your files from anywhere online.

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GDC 2007: LIVE On Windows Essentials

Enable your games for multiplayer gaming and see upcoming LIVE features.

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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 beta

Connect and share with the latest beta version of Microsoft's popular IM network.

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WorldMate Live (Windows Mobile)

Keep a personal travel assistant in your Windows Mobile device.

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