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Windows XP SP2 no security silver bullet
Although Microsoft's pumped considerable resources into the upcoming Windows XP Service Pack 2, even that security-conscious update won't block every exploit or prevent future vulnerabilities, a company executive acknowledged. More...

Renewal notice glitch fixed: TPP Internet
Domain registrar TPP Internet has lashed out at a statement issued by auDA which alleged the registrar had sent out inaccurate and misleading renewal advice emails to domain name registrants. More...

Quantum responds to its customers
Quantum buyers want storage products that are easier to install, while resellers have failed to take full advantage of the range of benefits available through its partner program, the vendor found at a recent partner summit. More...

Microsoft to take cheap Windows to more markets
On the lookout for new markets for Windows, and at the same time stymie Linux's opportunities, Microsoft will expand its cheaper version of Windows XP into more countries, an executive has revealed. More...

Intel to delay new Pentium 4
Already struggling with slips in its mobile line, a minor recall of a recent chipset and inventory balancing issues at the end of the last quarter, Intel has now begun telling customers it plans to delay the launch of its 4GHz Pentium 4 processor, a company spokesman said. More...

Short takes: Week of 2 August
An often irreverent look at some of the week's other news, including the Microsoft financial analysts meeting, Apple vs RealNetworks, MSNBC Newsbot, Microsoft vs JFTC, and Microsoft's hiring binge. More...