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Microsoft Offers Solution for Zune Leap-Year Bug (NewsFactor)

 
NewsFactor - A glitch in Microsoft's 30GB Zune got a quick fix on New Year's Day -- but some users are still reporting problems with the digital music player. After the 30GB Zunes froze, dozens of users stormed discussion boards with complaints and first-hand accounts. (link)

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