Microsoft released the latest version of its instant-messaging program for the Mac, though it still continues to trail its Windows counterpart when it comes to features.

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Simply connecting Apple systems to Windows workgroups isn't always enough; it's often necessary to join Macs to Windows Small Business Server-powered networks. Using Samba, you can make a Mac play nice with Microsoft products with relative ease. Erik Eckel shows you how it works.

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What's inside Mac OS 10.5 Leopard and Windows Vista? Here's a rundown of the features offered by each.

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If you're an experienced Apple user, this guide will show you some of the more advanced keyboard shortcuts you should know.

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We go step-by-step through the process of activating the latest iPod Nano's spoken menus and tweaking them to your taste.

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Office 2008 for Mac may be the best pick for business users, but most people can get by with less expensive alternatives.

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After a series of delays, Microsoft plans to release Office for Mac 2008 to brick-and-mortar and online stores on January 15, making this the first update in about four years. We've tested beta versions of the new applications over the last month without running into glitches.

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Apple iTunes 8 is the industry standard for multimedia jukebox software and despite the need for a UI overhaul and some liposuction to remove the bloat, iTunes is a solid choice that most users will enjoy.

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At the Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple announced the next evolution of its .Mac service, MobileMe.

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Six options for sharing, backing up and storing your files online.

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