Two things today – I just read that Microsoft has put the word out that Windows 7 (the next operating system) will be showing up for sale on computers in October, just in time to get in the holiday sales. All the reviews I’ve been reading on this have really been positive, and I’m looking forward to getting my hands on it.
For folks that buy a computer before the official time Windows 7 is on the market, there will be an opportunity to upgrade. I’ve not yet seen a firm time frame on that, but had seen earlier mention of systems bought from July forward. All this means to you is, if you’re in the market for a new computer, and it’s not an immediate pressing need, hold off for a bit to take advantage of getting the latest operating system.
Now for the second thing – anyone who knows me knows what a fan I am of all things Google. It’s been my favorite search engine from its beginnings – from the time when I’d mention Google and people would say “huh??”
Well, nothing has happened to change me on that, but I do have to say Microsoft is giving it a good try. They have launched a new search engine called Bing. Their intent, of course, is to knock Google off its perch and take over as the most used search engine.
I just took a look, and I must say it looks very interesting. I’m going to be giving it a run to see how it stacks up. It’s such a normal thing for me to head for Google at the slightest need to look something up I don’t think that will change, but it’s always fun to take a look at something new.
Take a look and see what you think, at bing.com
