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Tangible Savings of Windows 7 vs. Windows XP

2009-05-21T11:20:06Z

There are certainly a lot of different information about how a company can implement specific technologies to help reduce costs in the areas of TCO etc… however what about just basic off the operation of a business bill cost? Lets take electricity consumption for example. Windows Vista introduced new power savings features in to the OS which enabled the Vista OS to gracefully shut down hardware as it wasnt being used. The Info-Tech group has a free report you can download on this topic, and they...(read more)

Talking about Windows 7 to my favorite Audience.. the IT Pro community

2009-05-19T19:55:22Z

So I am working on a session for my good buddy Dennis Chung at MS to present Windows 7 to the IT Pro community. Its always interesting presenting to the IT Pro community as they are probably one of the most honest and enjoyable audiences to talk to. Marketing fluff is not high on the agenda for these guys and gals and I love that. What I do find interesting is that we constantly present the strategy and features relevant to a business, however when I think about it, they are just like everyone else...(read more)

New year, New Job…

2009-01-19T07:30:37Z

I am very excited to announce that I have just accepted the role as the Windows Client Business Group lead for Singapore. This has been a dream role of mine for a long time, and I am excited to be given the opportunity to run this segment of the business for Microsoft. The Windows operating system has and continues to help people achieve their goals both professionally and personally when it comes to using computers. With Windows Vista SP2 and Windows 7 on the way there is a lot to be excited about...(read more)

Installing Win7 using a USB Stick | Media | TechNet Edge

2009-01-14T09:47:32Z

My good friend Dennis has just posted a “How-To” video on installing Windows 7 from a USB drive. Apart from the practicality of having it on a USB driver rather than a DVD, its a really fast install! Installing Win7 using a USB Stick | Media | TechNet Edge...(read more)

You received and Ecard!!!

2009-01-13T07:43:04Z

I am hoping most people have not been affected by these email spreading around. There is a proliferation of SPAM emails going around suggesting that you have received an Ecard from someone… DONT CLICK ON THE LINK . The downside of a connected social experience is that as users we become a bit lax with regards to protecting ourselves against such devious attacks. I love the concept of social networking, but just remember a few things… 1. Is the email from someone you know? Even if it is… I would be...(read more)

Windows 7 – Acer Aspire 9500 Wireless Drivers

2009-01-12T04:13:28Z

So it would be silly to blog about the fact that Windows 7 is out there in beta now, and from everyone’s opinion its a solid build… very very solid build. I am running this on my production machine at work on a Lenovo T61p and on my Acer Aspire 9500. One thing which continued to irritate the crap out of me was that I could not get the wireless drivers for the Aspire 9500 installed. Every time I tried to install the Vista drivers for wireless the process would timeout and error on me. *SOLUTION* Finally...(read more)

Microsoft to offer free consumer security suite | Security - CNET News

2008-11-20T11:26:33Z

I'm really excited about this announcement. This is a great step forward in making protection of your PC available for all. In the second half of 2009 we will be releasing code-name Morro that will protect customers from trojans, viruses, spyware, rootkits etc. The big thing for people to realise that with technology it is always a two part problem, there is the technology and then there is the human element. Hackers etc. are using social engineering tactics to gain the trust of the user to perpetrate...(read more)

Nissan unveils 370Z in 'Need for Speed Undercover' - USATODAY.com

2008-11-01T21:45:23Z

I am excited about this one, being an avid owner of a Nissan 350Z Fairlady Roadster, its exciting to see that the next Nissan Z is having its coming out, in a video game of all places. Ever since I heard about the 370Z I have wanted one, at least this way my wife wont be too upset if I fork out the price of an XBOX360 game to get one... albeit virtually! The 370Z in Need for Speed Undercover The 370Z in real life Nissan unveils 370Z in 'Need for Speed Undercover' - USATODAY.com...(read more)

PDC 2008 / Agenda / Sessions

2008-10-30T09:45:46Z

Getting out to LA for a Microsoft event is not always the easiest thing for people to do, so great to hear that all of the sessions from PDC are being hosted so you can watch them after the actual event. I remember the last few PDCs where you had to wait a couple of months before you could get the recorded sessions, now they are being released within a day… awesome progress for online media. UPDATE: The technology behind this is cool, Silverlight and Streaming means you can easily and quickly jump...(read more)

Smooth HD

2008-10-29T19:03:40Z

So what is Smooth HD? The definition from the Akamai web site says... "SmoothHD.com is an early glimpse of cutting edge new technology from Microsoft and Akamai that will raise the bar on the consumer video experience. SmoothHD.com is powered by Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) 7.0 Smooth Streaming – a unique adaptive streaming technology that dynamically adapts video quality in real-time based on local bandwidth conditions - and Akamai AdaptiveEdge Streaming for Microsoft®...(read more)

I’d be lying if I wasn’t excited about this! Gears of War 2 Launch Trailer

2008-10-29T11:12:46Z

Cant wait to get this home and on the XBOX360, I need a thrilling game after finishing the awesome DeadSpace! If you are in to horror action games that have you on the edge of your seat, forget the rest, get yourself Deadspace, I have never had so much fun being scared out of my wits. http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/d/deadspace/...(read more)

Live Mesh Advertising Campaign

2008-10-28T12:37:13Z

Video: Live Mesh Promo Clip Just came across this cool promo clip for Live Mesh, which really hits an emotional edge, sharing memories anywhere and on anything. Some of the things I thought were cool: * Photos being synchronized with the digital photo frame * Sync being used in the car * XBOX Sync Pretty cool in a connected world!...(read more)

Jeff Jones Security Blog : Download: H1 2008 Desktop OS Vendor Report - Vulnerabilities and Days-of-Risk

2008-10-27T17:21:45Z

Jeff Jones has released his six monthly report on desktop OS security vulnerabilities and Days-Of-Risk. One highlight was the pie chart on security vulnerabilities in the different OSes. This certainly is in contrast to what a lot people are saying that Linux and Mac are more secure. Jeff Jones Security Blog : Download: H1 2008 Desktop OS Vendor Report - Vulnerabilities and Days-of-Risk...(read more)

Ferrari will test-drive HPC Server 2008

2008-10-24T06:17:44Z

http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9117619 Exciting story on the adoption of Windows HPC Server 2008 for data intensive compute scenarios. While I am a McLaren fan, this is a cool story on how Microsoft is bringing High Performance Computing to a range of scenarios. Check it out at http://www.microsoft.com/hpc/en/us/default.aspx In addition to this, McLaren is using SQL Server 2008 to store and analyze terabytes of data from their Engine Control...(read more)

I love Windows Live Photo Gallery

2008-10-13T16:42:48Z

Just got back from my honeymoon and stitched this view together, its from the top of the Acropolis in Athens over looking the city. Windows Live Photo Gallery helped me to stitch it together. Obviously my exposure needs a little work, but the technology to make this happen is amazing!...(read more)

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