Topic: Microsoft Windows XP

Switching from a Mac to a PC: Five lessons from an Apple fanboy

The Internet is filled with testimonials of people ditching their PC for a hip new Mac. Where once they trudged through stodgy spreadsheets, they now write screenplays and edit flashy videos (if the ads are to be believed). But there's almost no material documenting the opposite experience. Most of the personal switching-to-Windows stories are many years out of date and center around now-obsolete "But you can't play games and none of your software will work!" arguments.

So, here are the top five things an Apple fanboy learned from two months using Windows.

Windows 8: Is Microsoft really ditching the Windows Start button?

Seen the latest Windows 8 draft? The Start button, a fixture in Windows since 1995, got the axe as Microsoft attempts major OS overhaul.

The most expensive items on Amazon

We went through each of Amazon's departments looking for the most expensive item. Here's what we found. 

Microsoft challenges competition with new phones, Windows 8 preview

In the second day of its Worldwide Partner Conference, Microsoft reveals new “Mango” handsets from Samsung and others. And new details about Windows 8 could raise excitement about Microsoft’s presence in the tablet market.

Tablet computers probably not the best bet for back to school computers

Tablet computers, netbooks, laptops, or desktops? What are your best PC options for the upcoming fall semester?

How to watch World Cup 2010 soccer online

Yes, you can watch World Cup 2010 soccer online. But bring a pair of scissors – red tape abounds.

Google Chrome for Mac unleashed, but only for Leopard and later

Google Chrome for Mac requires a fairly new computer – is Google ignoring too large a swath of users?

Windows 7 sees 'fantastic' sales numbers

Microsoft says Windows 7 has doubled early sales of XP. But is that a fair comparison?

Windows 7: Review roundup

Survey of Windows 7 reviews from across the Web

Snow [Leopard] in August? Yep.

Windows 7 is ready for PC makers

The new operating system is on track for an Oct. 22 launch.

Would your Disney princess like a laptop to match?

Horizon highlights – Motown edition

How to score Windows XP after June 30

More computer brands chase the '$100 laptop'

Bye bye, bulk. New lines of tiny PCs fit both in your purse and into third-world classrooms.

More computer brands chase the '$100 laptop'

Bye bye, bulk. New lines of tiny PCs fit both in your purse and into third-world classrooms.

Windows Vista: The 'New Coke' of the PC age

Microsoft's XP gets its final service pack next week. But users fight for a stay of execution.

Windows Vista: The 'New Coke' of the PC age

Microsoft's XP gets its final service pack next week. But users fight for a stay of execution.