There's one sure way that Apple could prove once and for all that Macintosh is a superior operating system: Develop a version that could replace Windows on any PC computer.

Microsoft

If you're buying a new Windows computer, it will likely have Microsoft's newest operating system pre-installed. But should you consider Windows 7 for an older PC?

Users of T-Mobile's popular Sidekick cell phone had been trusting their contacts, photos and personal information to a computer in a "cloud." Now that data is gone.

AP

Users of T-Mobile's popular Sidekick cell phone had been trusting their contacts, photos and personal information to a computer in a "cloud." Now that data is gone.

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A wallet is a terrible place to keep a photo collection. Perhaps a pocket-sized digital photo frame that doubles as a flashlight and a key chain would be better.

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After combing through computer stores to find something to replace the gizmo I'd been using for years to shield my lap from my laptop, I found the replacement on a shelf at home.

Pandora is a little bit hard to pigeonhole. Yes, it's another Internet music radio station, but it doesn't play the same songs for everybody. That's because it's truly interactive.

Google Labs has just introduced a simple hybrid page design that lets you quickly scan a wide variety of content while maintaining the familiarity of the Web browser.

Apple's Steve Jobs is back with a new lineup of iPod models; and a consumer group issues an alert for cell phone users.

AP

After spending nearly a year out of the limelight, Steve Jobs has returned as the face of Apple, helping to launch a new lineup of iPod music players at an invitation-only event in San Francisco today.

Research in Motion

A new study raises a red flag about the potential danger of radiation from the cell phone you use every day.

Last year, Chicken Fried Bacon and a Fried Banana Split took top honors at the annual Big Tex Choice Awards.

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Google's latest online innovation uses real-time data from cell phone users to help everyone avoid traffic problems.

Nokia

One of the biggest names in mobile phones is getting ready to marry 3G technology with a netbook-size computer.

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Let's take a look at a reasonably-priced way to convert old envelopes filled with negatives and trays of slides to a digital format that can be shared online.

I've been overwhelmed with helpful suggestions from Computer Corner Blog and Newsletter readers after detailing problems with my home computer.

A couple of weeks ago, my home computer started acting strangely. It would spontaneously reboot itself without warning.

The radio that now sits on the table next to my bed connects to the Internet. Will all radios do this soon? I sure hope so!

You can keep more than 13,000 radio stations on your keychain with a new gizmo that makes it easier to tune in on your PC.

Since the Internet is free, did you ever wonder why you are subjected to advertising just about everywhere you click? Here's the explanation.

The company best known for the world's favorite Internet search engine is about to go after the company with the world's most popular computer operating system.

Ordinary people, armed with cell phones, are at the vanguard of a revolution in journalism — one that has positive implications for democracy as Americans celebrate their independence.

In some ways, the new Flip UltraHD pocket camcorder is a throwback to the company's original model; but that's not entirely a bad thing.

WFAA-TV

The FCC today issued a Consumer Alert aimed at helping viewers who are frustrated trying to find their favorite digital TV stations.

WFAA-TV

WFAA switched its analog transmitter off at noon after nearly 60 years of broadcasting on Channel 8. We're now all digital.
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WFAA-TV

The dramatic rescue of a motorist whose pickup slipped from a Haltom City spillway was broadcast live on Channel 8.

Bing is the new online tool from Microsoft that puts a 21st century spin on Internet searches.

Stamp prices are going up again -- a great reason to stop writing checks and to start using your bank's online bill paying option.

The next generation of Microsoft Windows is yours for the downloading; and Amazon gives us a peek at what could represent the future of publishing.

Amazon.com

Amazon today unveiled a new model of its popular Kindle electronic reading device with a screen that's two-and-a-half times larger than the current version.

WFAA-TV

Rescue teams were working to free the victim's body from a muddy trench at a water tower at Arkansas Lane and Ozark Drive.

Canyon Creek Elementary Shcool will be closed for at least an additional two days this week.

Dear Electronic Gadget Manufacturer: I salivate over cool new cell phones, MP3 players and digital cameras. But what's up with the battery thing?

WFAA-TV

Health officials say there have been no new confirmed cases of swine flu in the past 24 hours, and they defended their agressive approach to the crisis.

WFAA-TV

Dr. John Carlo speaks with reporters.

Canyon Creek Elementary School will be closed for the rest of the week after one student tested positive for the fast-spreading illness.

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Kodak has just introduced the second generation of its Z-series camcorders, the Zx1. It maintains most of the benefits of its predecessor — including the ability to shoot both HD video and still photos, but with a few tweaks and changes.

Dallas PD

Eric Cunningham

Eric Cunningham was nabbed Friday afternoon driving his mother's stolen SUV. Police said Christine Robertson had been bludgeoned.

YouTube has now entered the battle for the hearts, minds and eyeballs of Web surfers who thirst for TV and movie entertainment.

Today's tiny netbook does have its limitations, but for most users those are small tradeoffs when compared with the affordability and utility of these Lilliputian laptops.

RadioShack

Recycling your old electronics gear is great for the environment, but it doesn't necessarily put any cash back in your pocket. Now RadioShack has a program for you to get something back for that unused cell phone or outdated MP3 player.

You may qualify to file a free electronic tax return, but time is running out.

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Police said the driver may have been drinking before his pickup went into the water at Singleton Boulevard and Pluto Street.

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Slick streets and an impaired driver could be contributing factors in the Easter morning wreck.

WFAA-TV

Loud overnight thunderstorms dumped more than an inch of rain in many parts of the region after a week of horrific wildfires.

The Dallas Mavericks are sponsoring an event Thursday that will let you clear out all that unwanted

This week, Walt clues you in to a great way to get rid of unwanted electronic junk.

But only a limited selection of iTunes music is available at the bargain price; the most popular songs are now more than a dollar each.

Windows users are now confronted with the scourge of the Conficker worm, a lurking computer virus that is timed to go off on April Fool's Day.

This week, Walt discusses some "hidden" stations on the FM dial; will you ever be able to listen to them?

AP

Apple is adding streaming video and audio to the iPhone.

Apple developers on Tuesday unveiled a number of added capabilities that will be part of the next update to the iPhone's operating system, due to be released this summer.

AP

Apple is adding streaming video and audio to the iPhone.

Apple developers on Tuesday unveiled a number of added capabilities that will be part of the next update to the iPhone's operating system, due to be released this summer.

WFAA.com

Digital photos are great, right? But will a disc full of JPG files still be viable in 10, 25 or 50 years? Take steps now to make sure your treasured memories will endure.

The shutdown of Circuit City triggers a chain reaction of memories as Walt reflects on his earliest days of computing.

Digital photos are great, right? But have you thought about what happens to those pictures in 10, 25 or 50 years?

WFAA.com

Something's different about Apple's new browser.

This week, Walt goes back in time via the Wayback Machine and also takes a first look at Apple's up-to-the-minute browser for Windows.

This week, Walt goes back in time via the Wayback Machine and takes a first look at Apple's up-to-the-minute browser.

There's lots of interesting news coming out of Madrid this week at the Mobile World Conference, including increased competition for the software that powers your pocket-size phone.

There's lots of interesting news coming out of Madrid this week at the Mobile World Conference, including increased competition for the software that powers your pocket-size phone.

Part II: After describing a nasty virus problem last week, Walt receives some helpful suggestions in his e-mail and gets his daughter's computer working again.

Part II: After describing a nasty virus problem in last week's newsletter, Walt gets some helpful suggestions in his e-mail and gets his daughter's computer working again.

My daughter's computer was hit by a devilish intruder this week, and I've been having a difficult time evicting it from her hard drive.

My daughter's computer was hit by a nasty intruder this week, one which I've been having a hard time evicting from her hard drive.

Walt offers an apology to a reader who followed his advice regarding a new Web browser.

WFAA.com

Qik has a simple interface for the phone user.

I've just been watching a brief snippet of live video on my computer from someone named Adamson, somewhere in Russia. He is using Qik to wirelessly broadcast his image around the world on the Internet.

I've just been watching a brief snippet of live video on my computer from someone named Adamson, somewhere in Russia.

Should you lug your laptop along with you on your vacation? Walt thinks it's a good idea.

SanDisk

A microSD card with a standard SD card adapter.

Got some computer users on your holiday list but not a lot of cash to spend? Walt Zwirko has some helpful gift suggestions in the under-$30 category.

Walt serves up some more inexpensive holiday gift suggestions and has some surprising news about a piviotal publicatoin of the personal computer age.

An iPhone for 99 bucks? That's just a rumor at this point. But if your gift-giving budget doesn't go that far, never fear — we've got some solid suggestions for under-$25 stocking stuffers.

SRI

The first mouse was made from a block of wood.

We take it for granted today, but imagine what people were thinking when they saw a computer mouse for the first time.

This week: The pros and cons of antivirus software on Apple's Mac products; and a look way, way back at the first computer mouse.

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If you just can't get enough high definition content on your big screen TV, how about your child's birthday party? A new generation of tiny camcorders now makes that an affordable reality.

The Kodak Zi6 Pocket Video Camera packs a lot of function into its diminutive chassis.

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The fire started in a stack of roofing material at the new Lone Star High School.