April 2008 Newsletter #1


This Month


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Microsoft-It’s Go Time!


Rob laments Microsoft’s downward Vista spiral. They have to suck it up and prove that their OS’s are worth their salt.


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Stop Rearranging the Furniture


Tired of Windows’ changing interfaces? So is Dave. What are the most annoying changes Windows has made?


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Windows 98 Turns 70

Steve’s comparison of Win 98, XP, and Vista shows there is some fight left in this old dog.


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PC Trends


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CELL PHONES on a PLANE!


Looking forward to that middle seat on your next flight? Now add in cell phone conversations on either side.


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Vista and Graphics Cards


Vista has upped the ante for video adapter requirements and is driving a shake up in video card market share.


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Tech Tips



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Outlook on the Desktop

Put your Outlook calendar on your desktop with this tip from bacterozoid.



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YouTube Video Quality

Watch your favorite videos in less grainy glory. Check out this tip from Amir.



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