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Microsoft Tweaks Anti-piracy Check for Windows XP
Microsoft has updated anti-piracy checks for Windows XP Pro to make it more like Windows Vista.News
WSJ: Microsoft Hires Seinfeld to Bite Apple
Microsoft plans to hire comedian Jerry Seinfeld for its new marketing campaign, the Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.Answer Line
How Do I Remotely Troubleshoot Someone Else’s PC?
I answer BobJam's question, originally posted on the Answer Line Forum, on remotely controlling his sister's PC to help her with a technical problem.Neil McAllister on Software
Microsoft Sends Up Trial Balloons for Windows 7
While Vista takes a beating in the press, Microsoft seems increasingly willing to disclose details of its forthcoming OS.News
Microsoft PDC, WinHEC Will Be Windows 7 Coming-out Parties
Microsoft will give developers their first in-depth look at Windows 7 at PDC and WinHEC, beginning in late October.Steve Bass’s Tips & Tweaks
Eliminate Hassles With Antivirus, Flash, Task Manager, and iTunes
Get the lead out of AVG, fix the Windows Task Manager toolbar, and dump duplicate files.Steve Bass’s Tips & Tweaks
Microsoft Is Giving Up on Windows
Steve Bass learns that Microsoft has had it with Windows. Plus three free tools and lots of time wasters.How-To
Turn Any PC Into a Media Center
Looking to turn your computer into the ultimate home-entertainment device? Here's how to get a top-notch media experience out of the PC you already own.News
Cloud Computing: Is Midori Sour or Sweet?
A future Microsoft operating system may be entirely Web-based. Here are the pros and cons of Midori and the "cloud computing" concept.Community Scoop
End of Windows, Gas Crisis Scams, Laptop Seizures
Readers discuss Microsoft's cloud computing project, possible gas crisis scams, and laptop search and seizure policies.News
Samsung, Microsoft in Talks to Speed up SSDs on Vista
Samsung is talking to Microsoft to boost SSD performance on Windows Vista.Steve Bass’s Tips & Tweaks
When Is Vista not Vista? When It’s Mojave!
Microsoft resorts to subterfuge to get people to try Windows Vista, as Steve Bass recently found. Plus, tips for Outlook and Windows passwords.Answer Line
Troubleshoot Your Boot-Up and Shutdown Problems
Does your PC hang, complain, or flat-out blue-screen when you start it up or shut it down? PC World's Lincoln Spector has answers to readers' most perplexing boot and shutdown questions.News
Microsoft Sees Uptick in Use of 64-bit Vista
People are beginning to use 64-bit Windows Vista on PCs in favor of the 32-bit version of the OS.News
Windows Mobile Sales Lower Than Expected
Microsoft missed its target for Windows Mobile shipments in its fiscal year 2008 by 10 percent.News
Microsoft: Stodgy or Innovative? It’s All About Perception
Microsoft executives responded to many analyst questions about how it can solve negative perception problems in the market.How-To
Skin Vista to Look Like XP
You may be stuck with Vista, but with a few tweaks and tricks you can make it look and feel just like its predecessor.News
What Does It Take to Get a PC With XP?
Our reporter tried to buy a computer with Windows XP preinstalled on it from the United States' nine biggest PC makers. His findings: You can get one, but be prepared to fib.Community Scoop
Gripes: Vista, iPhones in Canada, Cell Phone Laws
Readers rail against Windows Vista (as usual), iPhone pricing in Canada, and cell phone laws in California.Neil McAllister on Software
TrueCrypt 6.0 Improves Data Security Performance
The latest version of the free drive-encryption tool can shield sensitive data from prying eyes at home and abroad, now faster than ever.Community Scoop
Windows XP, Vista–and Windows 7?
Readers debate merits of XP and Vista, and speculate on Microsoft's upcoming Windows 7.How-To
Last OS Standing: Make the Most of Windows Vista
Now that Windows XP is no longer being sold by Microsoft, PC users will be stuck with Windows Vista. Here's a roundup of PC World's best tips for making Vista easier to use.Steve Bass’s Tips & Tweaks
Ten Tools to Make Windows Shine
Add a layer of protection against spyware, stop Kaspersky's annoying audio alerts, and hide your files and folders. Plus: More fixes for the pesky Insert key.News
Windows XP Departs: Good Riddance or Sad Farewell?
Two of PC World's most opinionated editors weigh in on whether Microsoft Windows XP's departure is bad for PC users or the best thing that could happen to computing.News
15 Ways Microsoft Can Reinvent Itself for the Post-Gates Era
Its cofounder is retiring, its latest big product has been vilified, and potential partners are spurning its advances. So what does Microsoft do to remain relevant? Here are 15 ideas.Answer Line
Answers to Vista Users’ Nagging Questions
Should you revert to XP? How can you make Vista navigation more XP-like? And why doesn't System Restore restore your system? Our Answer Line columnist solves these Windows mysteries.Neil McAllister on Software
Microsoft Promises Predictable Schedule for Windows 7
A Microsoft VP says the company has learned from its Vista mistakes. Should we believe him?News
Gates to Focus on Charity After Leaving Microsoft
Bill Gates plans to pursue philanthropic efforts after leaving Microsoft.How-To
How to Prevent a Data Disaster
If a natural disaster wipes out your hard drive, it will probably destroy your local backups, too. Here's a backup plan that will get you through even the worst-case scenario.News
Gates Announces Live Search “Cashback”
Microsoft has rolled out a new search-based service called "Cashback" that provides discounts if goods are purchased though its search engine.Answer Line
What to Do When Windows Gets Really Messed Up
Even when Windows routinely gives you the Blue Screen of Death, all may not be lost. We'll show you how to restore both your data and your sanity.How-To
How to Do Everything Faster
22 smarter, more efficient ways to make short work of common tech tasks–from reinstalling Windows to crushing spyware to setting up a Web site.News
No Change in XP Plan Despite Ballmer Comment, Microsoft Says
Comments by Steve Ballmer at a press conference in Europe have led to speculation that Microsoft is reconsidering its plans for Windows XP.News
Windows Mobile 6.1 Offers Web Browser/YouTube Support
Microsoft updates Windows Mobile 6.1 with a full HTML browser, and support for Flash and YouTube, among other features.How-To
How to Speed Up Windows Vista
Vista's Service Pack 1 may not give your system much more oomph, but here are other ways to speed Vista up.Reviews
Cheap and Free Tools to Put Zip Back in Your PC
You can have a zippier, more responsive PC–you really can. You just need the right tools. We've collected 15 great downloads that will do the trick.News
What Will Windows 7 Look Like?
Microsoft hasn't said what features will be in Windows 7, but analysts have some ideas of their own.Windows Tips
Shift Any Version of Windows Into High Gear
Use the OS's own tools to maximize your PC's performance without spending a dime.News
Downloads FAQ
If you have questions about finding, downloading, or opening files in our library, you'll probably find the answer here.News
Windows Mobile 6 Available Soon
The latest version of Microsoft's mobile platform blurs the line between smartphones and connected PDAs.News
The 25 Worst Tech Products of All Time
These products are so bad, they belong in the high-tech hall of shame.Step-By-Step