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Microsoft submits code to Linux, and Linus talks OSS Hypocrisy

Background On July 20th, Microsoft announced and submitted 20K lines of code to the Linux source machine. Here’s a quote in PressPass from Tom Hanrahan, Director, Open Source Technology Center (OSTC): Today we’re releasing Linux device driver code to Read More...
Posted Friday, July 24, 2009 12:45 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Morro, free A/V for your home PC’s

Microsoft Announces Plans for No-Cost Consumer Security Offering Consumer Security Strategy Update , from Windows Live OneCare Team Blog In an effort to broaden PC protection and help ensure a positive Windows experience, Microsoft Corp. announced plans Read More...
Posted Friday, November 21, 2008 12:58 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Watch the PDC Keynotes, LIVE

Yes, even though I can not be there in person (and receive all the goodies, food, fun, direct conversation with product teams, etc.), the next best thing is a live viewing from my PC. I’ve already blocked off time on my calendar for MON and TUE (10:30 Read More...
Posted Monday, October 27, 2008 9:07 AM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Today was an enjoyable work day

Some days are better than others, in this rat race that we all run. Really, this has been a good week for several reasons. Jim Morgan, an account manager in our Memphis office, has been leading the charge in the Best Places to Work in Memphis contest Read More...
Posted Friday, October 24, 2008 4:02 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments
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Making a Big Splash with Windows Mobile

This month, Windows Mobile is supporting Ellen DeGeneres and her Ellen for the Cure campaign for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and we can help! In October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Windows Mobile is making a donation for every guest that Ellen dunks Read More...
Posted Wednesday, October 22, 2008 2:22 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments
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I'm a PC!

If you're anywhere near a TV lately, you've probably seen some new ad's from Microsoft. The first two were starring Jerry Seinfield and Bill Gates , and they were certainly curios, humorous, and show a different side of Microsoft than most people see. Read More...
Posted Wednesday, September 24, 2008 11:54 AM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Interesting Findings and Good BBQ

New Windows Blog Just found a new blog that looks interesting since it's about Windows "7". It's called Engineering Windows 7 . Office Labs At It Again I've mentioned before that Office Labs has some cool projects in the Search Commands and Read More...
Posted Sunday, September 07, 2008 10:51 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Make Your Own Synth

Photosynth is just cool! Now you can make your own photosynth and show it to your friends. It's certainly enjoyable to explore these synth's that they have online. You'll have to download a browser plug-in for the viewing experience (just takes a minute), Read More...
Posted Thursday, August 21, 2008 3:27 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Now this is a fan?

From my buddy, Steve Frase, at Lenny's. This is a sure sign of someone who likes .NET. Honk if you see this car, and tell Steve hi. Read More...
Posted Thursday, August 07, 2008 5:13 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments

.NET and Java Growth

I was reading through the latest issue of Redmond Developer News . I most like this magazine as I can get a quick view of Microsoft development from a industry perspective, although sometimes I disagree with a few points here and there. In this issue, Read More...
Posted Sunday, June 22, 2008 8:23 AM by jonbox | 0 Comments

My Next Few Weeks

They are going to be some busy ones - but I'm looking forward to them. Metro Mobility Hands-On Lab in Memphis - May 13-15. A 3 day event where we cover the fundamentals of building applications on Windows Mobile. We have a couple of seats left. Contact Read More...
Posted Wednesday, May 07, 2008 2:09 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Another device from HTC, Geotagging, and Windows XP SP3

I was admiring the HTC Diamond on Mike Gannotti's blog (SharePoint guru in North Carolina). Doesn't that phone look cool? He has more details and links to the product reviews.   Geotagging Also saw on Mike's blog about geotagging and some photo related Read More...
Posted Wednesday, May 07, 2008 11:05 AM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Why Develop for Windows Vista

Just ran across this page after the latest MSDN Flash featuring Jennifer's return (welcome back, Mrs. Marsman!).   Titled "Why Develop for Windows Vista" , it's a nice summary of why developing applications for Windows Vista is a smart Read More...
Posted Tuesday, May 06, 2008 9:39 AM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Scared of the Office Ribbon?

I don't understand this phenomenon myself, but I hear people bring it up. "Office 2007 is so different looking", or "I can't find my old commands." I'll keep my inside voice quiet here, but let's just say that I don't connect with Read More...
Posted Tuesday, April 29, 2008 9:17 AM by jonbox | 0 Comments

Digital Lifestyle Video - with "Girl From Mars"

Saw this today on Mel Sampat's blog (which is a good read). But this video is cool, and the song is good. It's an entertaining music video showing a bunch of Microsoft technologies along the way. Professionally done, pretty believable looking story, and Read More...
Posted Tuesday, April 01, 2008 2:47 PM by jonbox | 0 Comments
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