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    Microsoft free space is fine, but what's the cost?

    Microsoft has finally rolled out its online storage service in Australia, but it's definitely worth reading the fine print before you sign up.

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    Microsoft's AV success may lead to PR disaster?

    Microsoft launched its Windows Live OneCare antivirus package in the US earlier this year and instantly grabbed 15 percent of the market; although this may be good in terms of short term revenue, it could completely wreck everything the software giant has invested in improving its reputation for security.

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  • Keeping Microsoft in the frame

    Windows chief Kevin Johnson has two huge tasks: Chase Google with Windows Live and get the operating system back on track.

  • Windows Live hits the toddler stage

    In an interview, Windows Live exec Chris Jones talks about what the 2-year-old is up to and comments on another youngster -- Apple's iPhone.

  • Q&A: Inside Window Server 2008

    With Microsoft set to officially launch Windows Server 2008 this week, ZDNet.com.au sister site CNET News.com sat down with Bob Muglia, senior vice president of Microsoft's Server and Tools Business to talk about what to expect.

  • Gates talks about the future before farewell

    For years, Bill Gates has been trumpeting software's ascent from the lowly PC to everything from mobile phones to home entertainment. In this interview before his farewell speech, Gates talks about competitors, the future of DVD, and why all of those seamless connections between digital devices exist only in keynote speeches.

  • Microsoft's new search head on how Redmond will fight Google

    When it comes to Web search, Microsoft is the undisputed underdog, a position it doesn't usually find itself in. Satya Nadella, corporate vice president of search and advertising at Microsoft, explains how the company plans to improve its market share and improve search for the long haul.

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  • Images: The changing face of Web mail

    With Windows Live Mail currently being tested, here is a look back at how Web-based e-mail has changed since 1997.

  • Windows Live Hotmail

    Drag-and-drop message organisation and a built-in MP3 player are among the notable new features to this radical overhaul of Hotmail.

  • Lenovo loads up on Windows Live Search

    All Lenovo computers worldwide will soon come bundled with Microsoft's Windows Live software, the companies announced Wednesday.

  • Office Live almost out of the gate

    Office Live is still not an online version of Office, but the set of small business tools has a few new tricks and is heading out of beta.

  • Windows Mobile 6

    Announced slightly earlier than expected, Microsoft took the wraps off its new mobile operating system, Windows Mobile 6. We have pictures of some of the new features, so take a peek at what could be on your next smart phone or PDA.

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