Don Reisinger

Microsoft is at it again. The software giant announced more details about its launch of Windows 7, which is slated for release on Oct. 22. And in true Microsoft fashion, it announced a pricing scheme that could easily confuse consumers who are going to the store to pick up a copy of the new operating […]

A host of online publications are reporting that Microsoft is planning to launch its Windows Mobile Marketplace this fall. According to published reports, the store will have 600 applications at launch. Microsoft plans to roll out even more applications as its store grows. The applications downloaded from Windows Mobile Marketplace can be installed onto a […]

When it comes to the enterprise, security is a constant concern. Most companies have mission-critical data loaded onto employee notebooks walking out the door on a daily basis. At the office, malicious hackers are constantly trying to find ways to break into the network to access that data, steal information or just wreak havoc. The […]

Linux is an enigma. It has a loyal following. It’s a robust operating system. It’s free. It’s superior to both Windows and Mac OS X on a variety of fronts. And in recent years, it has become more user-friendly than ever before. It’s a fantastic operating system with a slew of distributions that would satisfy […]

Quite a few security issues have impacted the business world over the past few months. The Conficker worm was considered a possibly damaging issue. The Nine Ball outbreak looked like it had the potential of unleashing some serious damage on the enterprise after it compromised 40,000 legitimate Websites. In the meantime, malware has ravaged the […]

Lenovo announced June 23 that it has launched a new notebook designed specifically for the enterprise. Dubbed the ThinkPad T400s, the notebook sports a thin-and-light feel with more battery life. It also includes an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and the option of installing a solid state drive. The ThinkPad T400s has a 14.1-inch display, […]

The iPhone is the leader in the smartphone space. It provides a compelling experience with the help of its outstanding software and functional touch-screen. It also extends its feature-set with the help of a variety of applications — 50,000 at last count — that range from productivity to gaming. Realizing that, a variety of iPhone […]

Starting June 23, Microsoft will make the beta version of its new security software, Microsoft Security Essentials, available for download. According to Microsoft, Security Essentials will be a follow-up to its previous security suite, Windows Live OneCare. The software focuses on fighting viruses, rootkits and other malware. Unlike OneCare, it won’t have any firewall or […]

“Windows is for the enterprise, Mac OS X is for the consumer.“ It’s an argument made by some in the tech business to help define the industry. But that’s a tough argument to make. Both Apple and Microsoft are doing all they can to appeal to both sectors. And although Microsoft holds a considerable lead […]

It’s become commonplace in the business world to limit employee Web traffic. At many firms, regardless of their industry or size, IT managers are being asked to block access to some sites and in some cases, limit the amount of time users spend on the Web. By doing so, they can limit the impact malware […]