Windows 7 vs. Vista, XP; Enterprise 2.0: Too many choices?; Google Apps [TECH UPDATE]

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Top Editors Picks Benchmarks: Windows 7 RTM versus Vista, XP Putting Microsoft's new operating system to the test, ZDNet Germany finds that the change from Vista to Windows 7 is like releasing a car's handbrake. The early signs suggest that Windows 7 will enjoy a much better take-up than Vista. READ FULL STORY Windows 7 ultrathins still not hitting the true netbook sweet spot Special Report: Windows 7 at finish line Windows 7 first look: More than just Vista fixes Adrian Kingsley-Hughes: Windows 7 activation...FAIL! The Ultimate Windows 7 Upgrade FAQ Tech testers to get free copy of Win 7 Sponsored Solutions Brief: Running Red Hat Enterprise Linux on Intel Platforms Read how Red Hat and Intel move intelligence forward with an integrated solution that reduces complexity, boosts performance and expands scalability. Enterprise 2.0 software: Too many choices? Dion Hinchcliffe: Social tools are coming soon to a workplace intranet near you. But the choices can be daunting, with new entries appearing weekly and existing ones being upgraded often. Here's the best of what's currently available in business-class social software and how it sizes up. READ FULL STORY Ten top issues in adopting enterprise social computing Leading platforms for creating online communities Twitter on your intranet: 17 microblogging tools for business Map of the 2009 Enterprise 2.0 Marketplace Google's campaign for Apps doesn't address the IT data elephant in the room Larry Dignan: Google has launched a "Go Google" marketing push for Google Apps touting cost savings and recruiting users to spread the word. The campaign?modeled after Mozilla's Firefox marketing efforts?makes sense for browsers, but for skeptical IT buyers, Google drops the ball. Why? READ FULL STORY Google OpenID's it up with Google Apps Dead-finger tech: Google Apps Google's Schmidt resigns from Apple's board Larry Dignan: Steve Jobs says Google CEO Eric Schmidt will resign from Apple's board of directors since the two companies increasingly compete. Interesting timing: The FCC is looking into Apple's decision to turn down Google Voice related apps. READ FULL STORY It's official: Google and Apple are competitors (especially in mobile) FCC's more proactive stance: Should we cheer or worry? FCC eyes AT&T, Apple rejection of Google Voice apps Apple and AT&T asked to explain denial of Google Voice app Apple-AT&T: Everything that's wrong with the cellphone industry CentOS needs to get its act together Jason Perlow: The CentOS developers were ready to burn the place down if their AWOL project founder didn't show up and resolve several outstanding issues that put the popular Open Source project and Linux distribution at risk. READ FULL STORY Michael Krigsman: CRM failures on tap Michael Krigsman: Software pricing and the Devil's Triangle Sponsored Strategies for deploying blade servers in existing data centers This white paper explains how to select the best power and cooling approach for a successful and predictable blade server deployment. (APC) Featured TalkBack Blog Hey, kids! The days of free music are over Christopher Dawson: The RIAA claims that they will not be going after any more individuals who share music. Guess what? It doesn't matter. The Tenenbaum and Jammie Thomas-Rasset cases make it abundantly clear that what had been a fairly anonymous, matter-of-fact practice among seemingly every kid on the planet is no longer going to fly. READ FULL BLOG What do you think? Post Your Thoughts in TalkBack Reader TalkBacks Telcos: stop wasting our time & money! "Personally, I just wait." -- Lerianis10 Firefox to hit 1 billionth download "I use it every day. I love the Fox." -- zdnetlol Elsewhere on ZDNet Photo Gallery Marantz Blu-ray players: from $6,000 to $550 When videophile experts extol the image quality of the PlayStation 3, it's hard to see why anybody would spend more than $1,000 on a player. But there's still a market for high-end Blu-ray players, and that's who Marantz's latest line of Blu-ray players is aimed at, with prices from $6,000 to $500. VIEW THE GALLERY Nissan Leaf EV photos LG SL90 and SL80 LCD TVs More ZDNet Photo Galleries ZDNet Reviews Samsung, LG unveil cool new LED-backlit HDTVs Sean Portnoy: LG's latest sets, including an LED model, are definitely worth a look. That's because the company has managed to eliminate so much of the bezel that it can advertise an "edge-to-edge" screen and pretty much get away with it. READ THE REVIEW Canon PowerShot D10 Sony Vaio NW160J More ZDNet Reviews Sign up for ZDNet's Product Watch Newsletter for the latest product reviews, news, and expert analysis	News and Blogs Apple patches Black Hat SMS attack flaw Michael Arrington snared in libel verdict: lessons for us all Microsoft won't push Windows 7E after all US cyberwarriors a reluctant crew A Linux credit card Fake ATM, skimmers found in Las Vegas hotels Dead-Finger Tech: Apple Time Capsule Visioning Apple's netbook futures LG unveils ultraslim 'seamless' SL80, SL90 LCD HDTVs SmartPlanet: Touch up your management skills with business simulation tournaments SmartPlanet: Who will help evolution move forward? Apple iPhone 3G (refurb) Rating: Vendor: Price drop! only: $49.00 32" Sony Bravia S Series HDTV Buy Today, Only: $499.99 Most Rated Posts Windows 7 first look: More than just "Vista, fixed" Microsoft sticker shock: Anytime Upgrade, Family Pack details Researchers find insecure BIOS 'rootkit' pre-loaded in laptops Ballmer: Ultra-thin PCs will be the answer to netbooks Beware the gotchas in Microsoft Windows 7 upgrade, family pack pricing   Videos and Podcasts Which smartphone platform should developers aim for? For start-ups without a lot of time or money, is it smarter to develop for the iPhone first or the Android OS? Panelists at the AlwaysOn Summit at Stanford discuss the pros and cons of each platform. With 65,000 apps available, the iPhone may be the most popular smartphone, but that also means that many more apps can eclipse yours. PLAY VIDEO Open-source bonuses for the big guys At the AlwaysOn Summit at Stanford University, panelists discuss benefits that huge companies like Google and Facebook could get from embracing open source, such as third-party developers integrating their products into new application versions and easier connectivity with emerging technologies. PLAY VIDEO The month ahead: Tech companies set sights on studentss As students savor their last weeks of summer vacation, parents are trying to decide which laptop will best suit their kids' needs. ZDNet correspondent Sumi Das and senior editor Sam Diaz look ahead to August and discuss what the tech companies have to offer. PLAY VIDEO How does a solar cell work? How does solar conversion work now and how do we want it to work in the future? Paul Altivisatos, interim director for Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory at UC Berkeley, explains how a solar cell works and how the solar energy of the future can become more efficient. PLAY VIDEO Freemium: The first business model of the 21st century At the Revenue Bootcamp Conference in Mountain View, Calif., Chris Anderson, author of "Free: The Future of a Radical Price," discusses how different companies use the free-to-premium, or freemium model to not only make money, but often keep customers at a higher rate than fully paid services. PLAY VIDEO Play more video and audio Recommended Items Sponsored White papers Top 10 Reasons to Migrate to Windows Server 2008 Provided are the top 10 reasons to migrate to Microsoft? Windows Server? 2008 OS, including an explanation on reducing cost and complexity in data centers. Strategies for deploying blade servers in existing data centers This white paper explains how to select the best power and cooling approach for a successful and predictable blade server deployment. 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