Friday, April 02, 2010

Friday Potpourri of Opinions

The Enduring Value of Microsoft Office

I was intrigued to see an article in "The Wall Street Journal" on Monday describing the "challenge" that Microsoft Office faces from Google's free tools. The reason is simple: I don't believe that Google's free tools--Google Docs, part of Google Apps--represent a technical or financial challenge to Office at all. And I was curious to see whether I had missed something.

The Great Firewall of China Will Engulf the Gutless

I'm fully aware of the stakes involved for Western companies opening a window to business with Beijing, but the Great Firewall won't stop at Yahoo, Vietnam or Hong Kong. China has struggled to keep a vast country in line since the days of the Han Dynasty, and it is used to having its way -- and denying others their say.

Apple iPad Review with Video and Photos

(An in-depth review of the iPad from PC Magazine) Having used the iPad for some time, I can tell you that the device just makes sense. When you combine basic-but-essential work tools with iWork, an improved browser, e-mail, iPod, and photo applications, a well-executed e-Book platform with iBooks, and throw in thousands of downloadable apps and games, and package it all in a gorgeous, slim slate with a beautiful 9.7-inch touch screen, you have yourself a winner.

Mozilla fixes security hole with Firefox 3.6.3

Mozilla released Firefox 3.6.3 on Thursday to close a critical security hole. If that is your browser of choice. It may upgrade itself automatically. Just double-check to be sure.

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