Sneak Peak at Windows 8

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Let the countdown to Windows 8--Microsoft's next operating system--begin. Slated for a 2012 release date, with a first beta due out in September, Windows 8 is sure to be controversial. Why? Because it seems to be taking inspiration from Microsoft's well-reviewed (but commercially ignored) Windows Phone 7. See what PCWorld's Nick Mediati has to say about the new OS in "Microsoft Introduces Windows 8: One OS for Desktops, Laptops, and Tablets." And check out Eric Mack's "Windows 8: 5 Questions About Microsoft's New OS" to help put the issue in context. --Editorial Director Steve Fox Top Stories Microsoft Introduces Windows 8: One OS for Desktops, Laptops, and Tablets Microsoft gave the world a glimpse of Windows 8, a tablet-friendly overhaul to its operating system. The 20 Best Gadgets of 2011--So Far It's been a good year for tech toys, and it'll probably get better, but here are some of the best gadgets we've seen in the first half of 2011. Today's Hottest Phones: They're All Android Atrix, ThunderBolt, G2X, Epic 4G...how do you choose? We have the lowdown on the best smartphones for each wireless network. For more smartphone news and reviews visit PCWorld.com. Top Tweets From @PCWPluggedIn Study: Hard to keep up with friends on Twitter and Facebook Luckily, most of 'em aren't friends by any normal definition. Malware spikes, spam plummets "We just can't compete with fake antivirus exploits," says disconsolate Viagra seller. Strain of bacteria can survive on caffeine alone Jittery microbe mumbles something about being a coli achiever. Follow us every day on Twitter: @PCWPluggedIn News Photo Gifts for Dads and Grads Fathers' Day is almost here, and high school and college graduations are around the corner--so put a smile on loved ones' faces with these cool photography gadgets. Sony Pictures Falls Victim to Major Data Breach Hackers claim access to the unencrypted personal info of more than 1 million people. The 15 Hottest Games and Gaming Hardware of E3 2011 This year's E3 Expo, which runs June 7 through June 9, looks to be the most exciting in years. Here are 15 reasons why, including cool new games and a big Nintendo announcement. For the latest reports, visit our News page . PCW Business Center Mobile OS Showdown: Android, BlackBerry, iOS, and Windows Phone 7 Heavyweights in the mobile arena engage in a bloody battle. Which one wins? Visit the PCW Business Center. Blogs Google, China Bicker Over Attempted Gmail Hack Google had accused China of being the country of origin for a massive hack campaign against senior U.S. government officials, but China says the allegations are 'unacceptable.' Intel's Ultrabooks: What You Need to Know Intel's Ultrabooks herald a new class of laptop blurring the line between notebook and tablet. Apple Releases Mac Defender Security Update--Everybody Relax! Snow Leopard update deletes malware, launches daily update feature, but can't make every Mac user instantly smarter. For the latest news and opinion, visit our Blogs page . Reviews Top 10 Budget Desktop PCs Aimed at the value conscious consumer, these budget desktops will tackle your computing needs--without breaking the bank. HP EliteBook 8460p: Solid, Unassuming, and Built for Business HP's latest EliteBook 8460p won't win any awards for looks, but it does come with a good display and keyboard for road warriors. Compare prices on TK. For more reviews, visit PCWorld.com. How-To 5 Fixes for the Biggest iPhone and iPad Headaches Bugged about a lousy app buy? Grappling with Game Center? Here are five fixes for the worst annoyances you're likely to encounter on your iPhone or iPad. Five Easy Ways to Add Special Effects to Your Digital Photos It once took a darkroom to do the stuff you can now do on your PC or right in your camera--thanks to some simple image-editing tricks and creative scene modes, you can turn full-size objects into miniatures, compose panoramas, and more. For more tips, visit PCWorld.com. Videos A Special Message From Your Camera's Mode Dial When it comes to accessing some in-camera controls, a fancy touchscreen can't hold a candle to a good ol' mode dial. Here to tell you all about it is a mode dial. For more videos, visit PCWorld.com. Downloads Stickies Store info, e-mail it, or pop it up with a timer with this sticky notes program. For more free and trial software, visit PCWorld.com. PC World Community Microsoft Introduces Windows 8 Join the discussion. Visit the PC World Community NAS Buying Guide Network-attached storage is becoming indispensable at work and at home. Find the right device for you. 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Most Popular Searches Downloads Windows 7 Tablet PC Angry Birds Facebook Product Reviews Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2011 93 Pros Good interface; Strong malware detection Cons Scan speeds lag behind top performers Read Complete Review » Top 10 Paid Antivirus Programs for 2011 » Top 5 Paid Antivirus for 2011 » Sony VAIO Z-Series VPCZ137GX 91 Pros Onboard DVD burner and SSD; Great performance, ergonomics, and looks Cons No USB 3.0; Expensive Read Complete Review » Top Ultraportable Laptops » Best Laptops for Gamers » Best Laptops Under 4 Pounds » Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 74 Pros In-camera HDR and high-speed movie modes; Touch-to-focus controls; 3D still shooting; 16X optical zoom lens with very fast autofocus; Manual modes with aperture- and shutter-priority Cons Limited touchscreen functionality; GPS feature lacks in-camera mapping; No RAW shooting mode; Images often look underexposed and lack sharpness; Battery life is poor with GPS active Read Complete Review » Best GPS Cameras » Top 10 Pocket Megazooms » Top Point-and-Shoot Cameras With Manual Controls » Get Big Savings When you Shop at PCWorld.com Shop online at PCWorld.com, where you can compare product information, read trusted reviews, and find the best prices on consumer electronics. Handycam HDR-CX160 HD Flash Memory Camcorder Price: $489.00 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review Hero 960 Flash Memory HD Camcorder Price: $179.95 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review Browse more Camcorders, Best Prices on Plasma & LCD TVs, Blu-Ray and HD-DVD, Best Prices on Projectors, Digital Video Recorders, MP3 Players Top News on PCWorld.com Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1: Everything There Is To Know Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 launches next week. Here's a guide to everything you need to know about the hotly anticipated new Android tablet. Share: Google, China Bicker Over Attempted Gmail Hack Google had accused China of being the country of origin for a massive hack campaign against senior U.S. government officials, but China says the allegations are 'unacceptable.' Share: Top Reviews on PCWorld.com MemTest86+ Tests Memory for Free Free, self-booting utility MemTest86+ is as thorough and effective a memory testing program as you'll find. Share: SlimCleaner's Crowd in the Cloud Helps Tidy Your PC Clean your PC and make it run faster with this community-driven utility. Share: Today's Hottest Phones: They're All Android Atrix, ThunderBolt, G2X, Epic 4G...how do you choose? We have the lowdown on the best smartphones for each wireless network. Share: Duplicate Remover for Excel Removes Repeated Data Remove duplicate entries from Microsoft Excel worksheets with add-in Duplicate Remover for Excel. Share: Downloads: Editor's Collection PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: May 2011Our reviewers can't get enough of utilities. Geeky stuff like benchmarking, drive partitioning, memory testing. Must-haves like desktop organizers and security helpers. Microsoft Office improvements. But we like to have fun, too, so we couldn't resist some great media software, sci-fi themepacks, and designing our own cursors. These are just the highlights from the merry month of May. Parted Magic   7001 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Hard Disk This may just be the best partitioning utility/boot disc on the planet. RealWorld Cursor Editor   11624 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Tools Create static or animated cursors for Windows XP, Vista, or 7; make cursors from images. Directory Opus (32-bit)   999 Downloads  |  Trial  |  Filed Under File Management Replace Windows Explorer with this powerful, full-featured program. See (11) more PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: May 2011 » Browse DownloadsAntivirus & Security • Design & Multimedia • Utilities • Games • Chat, Email, & the Web • Sponsored Downloads Advanced Folders WatchA Microsoft Outlook add-in to monitor Microsoft Outlook folders and common folders on Microsoft Exchange server. Notifies you if a message satisfying your specified criteria has arrived. 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