As of June 30, Windows XP is no longer available through normal channels, though Microsoft has made exceptions for certain PC manufacturers. A new page at the Microsoft Web site addresses several questions and concerns about the future of Windows XP and provides information for users interested in upgrading to Windows Vista.
 
Many people have been wondering what the news means for organizations that rely on TechSoup Stock for Microsoft products. The short answer is that Windows XP donations are still available.

Whether you are using a Mac or PC, a laptop or a desktop, your computer has power-management features that can help you save money, reduce your impact on the environment, and extend the life of your hardware.

Last week, we advocated shutting (or powering) down your computer if you weren't planning on using it for a period of two or more hours. This week, we'll introduce you to your computer's energy-saving features, which you can use even if you're only stepping away from your computer for as little as 15 to 20 minutes.

Since its release in 2004, the open-source, Linux-based operating system Ubuntu has received a lot of positive feedback as a free alternative to Windows and Mac OS X, having garnered a reputation for being fast, stable, and well-supported by the Linux community. Yet while its developers reassure the public that Ubuntu is designed for end users, many still don’t know what it’s like in practice and are reluctant to try it.

A screenshot from an Ubuntu screencast.

Many Windows users know that you can see a list of every program or process running on your PC via the Task Manager's Processes tab (accessible by hitting Ctrl+Alt+Delete, then clicking Task Manager, then clicking Processes).

Many Windows users know that you can see a list of every program or process running on your PC via the Task Manager's Processes tab (accessible by hitting Ctrl+Alt+Delete, then clicking Task Manager, then clicking Processes).