A Windows 8 Walk-Through
Microsoft took the wraps off of Windows 8 this week. It will be a while before it ships, but PCMag's Cisco Cheng got some hands-on time with some tablets running the OS now. The interface is a pretty radical departure for Microsoft; it looks much more like Windows Phone than Windows 7. The real question is whether or not Windows 8 can serve as the primary OS for both tablets and traditional PCs. Check out this walk-through to find out.
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 | Five Security Apps That Can Help Recover a Stolen Laptop
Carry your laptop everywhere you go, and at some point, you are going to lose it. Maybe you leave it in a cab, maybe someone will swipe it from you in a cafe, but it happens. Luckily, now there are a bunch of software apps that can help you get your laptop back. We run down five of them here. PCMag will be doing full reviews soon.
What to Expect at E3 201
Battlefield 3, Mass Effect 3, and a slew of other hot titles are going to be shown at the E3 show this year, but there is more at stake than just a few software titles. E3 is Sony's chance to show its network problems were just a hiccup and Nintendo's best bet to spur interest in the 3DS. PCMag will have a team at the show for coverage, but these are their early picks for what to look for.
FaceNiff Is a Hacker's Dream for Android Users
The concept of hacking has changed a lot over the years. Used to be, you needed some real skills to compromise someone else's system. Now, you just need to know what apps to download and what scripts to install. FaceNiff is the latest example. You need to use a rooted Android phone, but after that all you have to do is install the software and you can sneak into the Facebook accounts of anyone on a public WiFi network. Check out the full story for details.
Nook, Kindle and the Perils of Lock-in
The new Nook shipped to users this week and PCMag has named it our new Editors' Choice e-book reader. It is smaller than the Kindle and has an excellent touch screen. So why can't I trade in my old Kindle 2? Because I will lose all my books. It is a phenomenon called lock-in, and you should understand it well before you make your next gadget purchase.
Sony's PlayStation Store Back Online
Great news! The Sony PlayStation Network is back online. Hacks happen all the time, but the PSN network has been down for almost two months, causing not just embarrassment but a substantial loss of revenue. Find out what Sony is doing to make it up to members. Here's a hint, it includes some identity theft protection.
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