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news.bbc.co.uk - 12/22/2008

BBC NEWS | Technology | Windows XP allowed to live again

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Microsoft has given yet another reprieve to its seasoned Windows XP operating system. The cut off date for PC makers to obtain licenses for the software was 31 January 2009. But now Microsoft has put in place a scheme that will allow the hardware firms to get hold of XP licences until 30 May ...

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support.apple.com - 12/18/2008

About the Multi-Touch Trackpad Update for Windows XP and Vista 1.0

— support.apple.com — Release date: Tue, 9 Dec 2008 00:08:00 GMT (more) About the Multi-Touch Trackpad Update for Windows XP and ...

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microsoft.com - 12/23/2008

Windows Media Bonus Pack for Windows XP

— microsoft.com — Fully packed with utilities, PowerToys, visualizations, skins, sound effects, and much more, you can install the Windows... Media Bonus Pack on your Windows XP-based computer and let your creativity shine. The Windows Media Bonus Pack requires Windows ... (more) Windows Media Bonus Pack for Windows XP

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news.bbc.co.uk - 12/18/2008

BBC NEWS | Technology | BBC iPlayer now available on Mac

— news.bbc.co.uk — The BBC has created a version of the iPlayer that works with both Mac and Linux computers.... The two systems, which have been able to stream BBC programmes via the iPlayer for a year, will now be able to handle downloads. The BBC, working with Adobe, ... (more) BBC NEWS | Technology | BBC iPlayer now available on Mac

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Microsoft gives Windows XP another reprieve: May 2009 cut off
PR News: — ... system, Vista, which was launched in early 2007. Microsoft has always claimed that Windows Vista is more popular than it really is; users have not reacted well to the newer OS. This is the first time that Microsoft has actually cared about their customers, as most prefer XP still over Vista. This is just the latest reprieve for PC makers, who also prefer to have Windows XP installed, they are able to shift PCs with the older OS installed rather the newer version. Read full article

Windows XP licencing extended to May 30th
SlashGear — ... Windows XP has been granted another stay of execution, as Microsoft once again extend the licencing terms of their old OS.  Originally due to be axed on January 31st 2009, the company has now agreed to deliver licences up until May 30th; however orders for the OS still need to be placed by the January deadline.  The move is being seen as a response to OEMs stockpiling XP licences to offer either as downgrades from Vista or for installation on netbooks. ...