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Windows 7 Will Do for 3G What XP Did for Wi-Fi

Windows 7 will do for 3G what Windows XP did for Wi-Fi, namely make it ubiquitous, Microsoft revealed at the International CTIA Wireless 2009, in Las Vegas, April 2, 2009. Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft's Entertainment &Devices Division, indicated that such a scenario would be made possible through the intimate integration of Windows 7 with netbook computers. The Redmond company already emphasized that the next iteration of the Windows client would be tailored to run on machines with limited hardware resources, featuring a small footprint and enhanced performance.

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Godmars2905500d ago

That I've never even heard of wi-fi and XP working together. From anyone until now.

Godmars2905500d ago

What about Linux? Thought most routers used that.

Bonsai12145500d ago

xp and wifi didn't really "do anything" together, they just evolved at the same time. plus 3g is slow compared to wifi. granted, if you subscribe, you can connect where there's a signal, but wireless n blows 3g speed out of the water.

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DragonWarrior_45500d ago

Yeah 3G is an IP which means you can take your computer anywhere and be worry free of modems and routers all together.

Gue15500d ago

What XP did for Wi-fi? Most hardware that lets the PC's to use wireless connection come with its own software...

DragonWarrior_45500d ago

I wouldn't use Vista even if it was free.

krouse935500d ago

lol if it was free you would or if your computer with XP crashed thats what happened to me XP you will be missed :(

Baka-akaB5500d ago

No he wouldnt if he says so ...
Whoever wants a free windows gets it , albeit pirated ...

i'm happy to say that i only made the switch from xp to win 7 .... (along with linux and macs)

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Shenmue: Reclaiming the Path is a fan game coming out September 16th.

Shenmue: Reclaiming the Path is a fan game using Dreamcast-era visuals, and tells a new story within the Shenmue saga taking place in both Hong Kong and Guilin. Its expected to release on September 16th.

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6 Fun Games Where You Actually Play As The Bad Guy

While the mainstream media always sees things turning in favor of the hero, here are 6 games that own being a bad guy.

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New Expansion EVE Online: Equinox Will Empower Players to Seize Control of Nullsec

CCP Games has unveiled an ambitious roadmap for their sci-fi MMO EVE Online in 2024, headlined by the massive Equinox expansion set to launch on June 11th.

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