Unveiling The Wireless Networking Starter Kit, 2nd Edition

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Windows XP Starter Edition a No Starter

Windows XP Starter Edition a No Starter 06/23/2004 07:13 PM
Breaking News | BetaNews has confirmation that despite published reports, Microsoft is not preparing a major release of an entry level version of Windows dubbed Windows XP Starter Edition. Windows enthusiasts speculated that Windows XP Starter Edition was a realignment of the software giant's Office and Windows releases with Office 2003 Service Pack 1 and Windows XP Service Pack 2 that would effectively re-launch both products; however, Windows XP Starter Edition is merely the formal name given to a no-thrills version of the operating system that will be distributed solely in Thailand and Malaysia.

Windows XP Starter Edition

Windows XP Starter Edition 07/29/2004 08:41 PM

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In an effort to fight Linux with the most effective line of defense they can think of, Microsoft is working to distribute a cheaper version of Windows called Windows XP Starter Edition. This is the beginning of a trend that indicates Microsoft is not going to lay down quietly as Linux use continues to spread worldwide. Man, remember when they used to say the Windows had no real viable competition? Looks like that is beginning…

Windows XP Starter Edition for all?

Windows XP Starter Edition for all? 08/15/2004 09:32 AM
Microsoft have confirmed that Windows XP Starter Edition will be released in October and targetted at the Asian market. At the moment Starter Edition is a crippled version of Windows which lacks functionality for the average user. Users who will buy Starter Edition won't be able to use more than 3 windows at the same time, some keyboard functionality is restricted, no file-sharing, no print sharing and no support for local area networks.

The whole idea around Starter Edition is to market a cheap version of Windows that end users will buy and then to convince the user to upgrade to the full version of Windows. It's not clear just how cheap Microsoft are planning to make Starter Edition at present.

Could Microsoft eventually start using this tactic worldwide? If all goes well in India then this pilot scheme would eventually make its way into the United States and Europe. Industry analysts like Gartner are labelling Microsoft's Starter Edition as a "steer away" product. Time will only tell.

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XP Starter Edition: Don't just dismiss
it

XP Starter Edition: Don't just dismiss
it 09/14/2004 05:29 AM
ZDNet UK Sep 14 2004 9:36AM GMT

Win XP Starter Edition Images

Win XP Starter Edition Images 09/27/2004 05:32 AM
Microsoft has released screenshots and photos of their soon to be released Windows XP starter edition.

SE is a cut down version of Windows XP, with less features and restrictions placed on its use. Microsoft hopes that a low price, cut down version, will help in countries where piracy is a major issue; East-Asia is one of the main places that Microsoft hopes the product will help.

Windows XP SE will be launched in October later this year.

Screenshot: Desktop One | Desktop Two
Screenshot: Box Cover | Security Center
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XP Starter Edition Examined

XP Starter Edition Examined 08/15/2004 01:18 PM

Windows XP Starter Edition Revealed

Windows XP Starter Edition Revealed 06/23/2004 03:41 PM
Microsoft is currently planning a new edition to the Windows XP family of operating systems, namely "Starter Edition". Starter Edition is the name of a previously announced effort to deliver a tailored and localized Windows product to Thailand and Malaysia, as part of Microsofts efforts to enable access to technology. Previous rumours suggested that Windows XP Starter Edition would include a set of applications on top of the standard Windows XP installation (including Office 2003). We cannot confirm these reports but are awaiting a statement from Microsoft Press.

Get Ready for XP Starter, Brazilian
Edition

Get Ready for XP Starter, Brazilian
Edition 04/08/2005 12:05 PM
Microsoft has finalized ts next Windows XP Starter Edition release, a stripped-down, cheap Windows operating system version, for the Brazilian market, we hear.

Windows Starter Edition Limitations

Windows Starter Edition Limitations 06/05/2005 11:46 PM

Windows XP: The featured article over at Wikipedia today was on Windows XP, and it included this bit explaining what limitations are contained in Windows XP Starter Edition — the Windows version for developing countries (launched in India two days ago).

[...] display resolution can only be up to 800 x 600 pixels, only three applications may be run at the same time, any application may have no more than three windows open, PC-to-PC home networking and printer sharing is not available and only a single user account is allowed.

Um, sounds sucky. But here's the rationale for it.

It is seen as an effort to fight unauthorized copying of Windows XP, and also to counter the spread of the open-source Linux operating system which has been gaining popularity in Asia and South America.

Microsoft Starts Up XP Starter Edition

Microsoft Starts Up XP Starter Edition 08/11/2004 09:06 PM
Microsoft has expanded its initiative to provide a low-cost distribution of Windows in Asia. Although the program was originally directed exclusively toward social welfare programs in Thailand and Indonesia, it will now be expanded to Malaysia. The software will be available in all three countries by October.

Sixth XP Starter Edition Launches

Sixth XP Starter Edition Launches 04/14/2005 01:43 PM
Microsoft rolled out on Wednesday its sixth stripped-down, cut-rate release of Windows XP, this time for Brazilian market.

Brazil Gets a Microsoft Gift: the XP
Starter Edition

Brazil Gets a Microsoft Gift: the XP
Starter Edition 04/12/2005 05:21 AM
Brazzil Magazine Apr 12 2005 9:29AM GMT

Windows XP Starter Edition to hit Asia
in October

Windows XP Starter Edition to hit Asia
in October 08/11/2004 09:53 AM
A simplified and lower-priced version of Microsoft Corp.'s Windows XP operating system (OS) will begin shipping to Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand on new desktop PCs in October as part of a pilot program to tap into first-time PC users in developing markets, the software maker said Wednesday.

Microsoft to Increase XP Starter Edition
Saturation

Microsoft to Increase XP Starter Edition
Saturation 07/30/2004 01:53 AM
At Microsoft's financial analyst meeting the company announced its intention of broadening the Windows XP Starter Edition program to quell the rising tide of software piracy and abate the rising popularity of open source alternatives. Windows XP Starter Edition is a stripped down, no-thrills distribution of the operating system that was originally available exclusively in Thailand and Malaysia through social welfare programs.

Microsoft Prepares Windows XP Starter
Edition

Microsoft Prepares Windows XP Starter
Edition 08/11/2004 11:52 AM
Microsoft announced today that it will be offering a low-cost version of its popular operating system Windows XP. This low-cost OS dubbed "Windows XP Starter Edition" will be available in October of this year. By continuing to work closely with foreign governments Microsoft has signed up not only five governments, but has also made very attractive deals. Three of the governments in question are Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. The other two governments have yet to be officially announced, but some analysts believe it might be Brazil, Russia, or Jordan.

Windows XP Starter Edition was created to offer customers a lower cost operating system, combat software piracy, and to compete against open-source OS's like Linux. What makes this software so different? For starters Microsoft has taken out a lot of features that its regular Windows XP version offered. Users of Windows XP Starter Edition will have a maximum resolution of 800x600, no support for PC-to-PC home networking, sharing printers across a network, and limited to running three programs concurrently. To make up for this Microsoft will add features that represent reach country. Features such as country-specific wallpapers/screensavers, and better help documentation.

Why Microsoft thinks cutting out key features of its OS will help it compete against Linux is beyond me. Still by cutting this features Microsoft can offer a cheaper version of Windows, and from that gain new customers. Already Microsoft is offering deals with over 67 developing nations regarding its software. Deals that allow these nations free upgrades to Windows software, and for only $2.50 a copy of Office. Who knows maybe Microsoft is on the right track.

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Gartner: Steer Clear of XP Starter
Edition

Gartner: Steer Clear of XP Starter
Edition 08/13/2004 06:11 PM
Gartner analysts are advising users to steer clear of Microsoft's low-cost alternative to Windows XP, Windows XP Starter Edition, saying that the lack of features will likely frustrate users due to its inability to grow with users as they gain experience.

Brazilian XP Starter Edition to Launch
Wednesday

Brazilian XP Starter Edition to Launch
Wednesday 04/12/2005 11:43 AM
For the record: The Microsoft folks say XP Starter, Brazilian Edition, will launch officially on Wednesday, April 13.

In Brief: Windows XP Starter Edition out
in June in India

In Brief: Windows XP Starter Edition out
in June in India 03/17/2005 03:10 AM
Microsoft's Windows XP Starter Edition will be launched in India in June. The product is in the pilot stage and being tested by nongovernment organizations and other sites in the country, according to a company spokeswoman. Microsoft announced last September that this stripped-down, low-cost edition of its Windows XP OS would be available in India early this year, although it did not give a launch date. Microsoft announced last year five pilot markets for Windows XP Starter Edition: India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia, and Thailand. Designed for first-time desktop PC users in developing technology markets, the Windows XP Starter Edition has already been introduced in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. The Windows XP Starter Edition will be introduced first in the Hindi language. Microsoft will ship the product through OEMs only, said the spokeswoman, who would not divulge the software's price.

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Exclusive: Windows XP Starter Edition
Revealed

Exclusive: Windows XP Starter Edition
Revealed 06/23/2004 02:00 PM

Micosoft publica Windows XP Starter
Edition

Micosoft publica Windows XP Starter
Edition 08/23/2004 12:18 PM

In Brief: Microsoft takes Windows XP
Starter Edition to Brazil

In Brief: Microsoft takes Windows XP
Starter Edition to Brazil 04/12/2005 10:53 AM
Microsoft on Wednesday plans to announce it will offer a simplified and lower-priced version of Windows XP in Brazil. Microsoft already said it will offer the product in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Russia, and India. The software is not sold in boxed versions, but installed on cheap PCs designed for first time PC users. Windows XP Starter Edition is part of Microsoft's efforts to take on the growing threat of Linux and piracy, which is common in developing markets. The limited, cheaper version offers localized support and customization options, preconfigured settings, and simplified task management. The starter OS lacks support for advanced features such as home networking, sharing printers across a network, or the ability to establish multiple user accounts on a single PC. It also limits the number of applications that can run at a time to three. Analysts at Gartner have dismissed it, saying it fails to meet the most basic needs of users. Brazil is one of the countries where open source has been getting traction, with the government promoting Linux products. Microsoft did not say when the Brazilian version of Windows XP Starter Edition will be available.

WinXP Starter Edition - MS spins an
ecosystem from crippleware

WinXP Starter Edition - MS spins an
ecosystem from crippleware 08/11/2004 06:43 AM
Takes you back to Dos, doesn't it?

Windows XP Starter Edition Pilot Expands
to Russia

Windows XP Starter Edition Pilot Expands
to Russia 09/27/2004 11:12 AM
Fourth market joins Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia as Microsoft brings the benefits of the most affordable, easiest-to-use version of the Windows operating system to people in developing technology markets.

Gartner warns 'steer clear' of XP
starter edition

Gartner warns 'steer clear' of XP
starter edition 08/16/2004 12:52 AM
ZDNet Australia Aug 16 2004 4:40AM GMT

Microsoft Announces Windows XP Starter
Edition Pilot Program

Microsoft Announces Windows XP Starter
Edition Pilot Program 08/11/2004 11:59 AM
Microsoft Corp. today announced a five-country pilot program for Windows® XP Starter Edition, a low-cost introduction to the Microsoft® Windows XP operating system designed for first-time desktop PC users in developing technology markets. Designed as a result of Microsoft's ongoing collaborations with international governments, the Windows XP Starter Edition Pilot Program is part of Microsoft's comprehensive commitment to enable individuals, communities and countries to gain access to the technology tools, skills and innovation they need to realize their potential. Windows XP Starter Edition will offer an affordable and easy-to-use entry point to the Windows family of products that is tailored to local markets, in local languages, and is compatible with a wide range of Windows-based applications and devices.

In Brief: Microsoft takes Windows XP
Starter Edition to Brazil (InfoWorld)

In Brief: Microsoft takes Windows XP
Starter Edition to Brazil (InfoWorld) 04/12/2005 11:50 AM
InfoWorld - Microsoft on Wednesday plans to announce it will offer a simplified and lower-priced version of Windows XP in Brazil. Microsoft already said it will offer the product in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Russia, and India. The software is not sold in boxed versions, but installed on cheap PCs designed for first time PC users. Windows XP Starter Edition is part of Microsoft's efforts to take on the growing threat of Linux and piracy, which is common in developing markets. The limited, cheaper version offers localized support and customization options, preconfigured settings, and simplified task management. The starter OS lacks support for advanced features such as home networking, sharing printers across a network, or the ability to establish multiple user accounts on a single PC. It also limits the number of applications that can run at a time to three. Analysts at Gartner have dismissed it, saying it fails to meet the most basic needs of users. Brazil is one of the countries where open source has been getting traction, with the government promoting Linux products. Microsoft did not say when the Brazilian version of Windows XP Starter Edition will be available.

Windows XP Starter Edition hopes to make
inroads against Linux, piracy

Windows XP Starter Edition hopes to make
inroads against Linux, piracy 08/11/2004 09:27 PM
Starter Edition will be customized to each country beyond the normal language customizations required. Localized versions will also have features meant to promote the homeland.

Microsoft Starts Up XP Starter Edition
August 11 - 9:00 PM ET Microsoft has
expanded its initiative to provide

Microsoft Starts Up XP Starter Edition
August 11 - 9:00 PM ET Microsoft has
expanded its initiative to provide 08/11/2004 09:00 PM
BetaNews Aug 12 2004 1:11AM GMT

Win a free copy of the Microsoft
Encyclopedia of Networking, Second
Edition!!!

Win a free copy of the Microsoft
Encyclopedia of Networking, Second
Edition!!! 06/03/2004 08:20 AM

DIY b, g Wireless Networking

DIY b, g Wireless Networking 09/15/2004 01:49 AM
Popular Mechanics Sep 15 2004 6:09AM GMT

Step Up to Wireless Networking

Step Up to Wireless Networking 05/28/2004 09:26 PM
Internet.com May 29 2004 1:34AM GMT

Report: Wireless Networking

Report: Wireless Networking 02/12/2004 11:28 AM
We have lots of notes on the NetGear wireless routers that are currently selling at very low prices.

Get ready for 802.11n wireless
networking

Get ready for 802.11n wireless
networking 12/25/2003 02:01 PM
Just at the point when most of us were getting used to saying 802.11g rather than 802.11b, we're already starting to look ahead to 802.11n,...

Wi-Fi/3G Wireless Networking Solution

Wi-Fi/3G Wireless Networking Solution 11/13/2003 05:19 AM
3G Nov 13 2003 4:15AM ET

Wireless Networking For Farmers

Wireless Networking For Farmers 06/19/2004 03:07 PM
CBS News Jun 19 2004 6:00PM GMT

New: Mac Mini wireless networking
antenna

New: Mac Mini wireless networking
antenna 04/01/2005 11:56 AM
QuickerTek released a 5.5dBi omni-directional antenna for the Mac Mini that requires no case modifications.

wONE way to cut wireless networking
costs

wONE way to cut wireless networking
costs 01/06/2004 02:26 PM
Personal Computer World Jan 6 2004 1:47PM ET

Motorola Demos Wireless Networking at
CES

Motorola Demos Wireless Networking at
CES 01/09/2004 09:47 PM
eWeek Jan 9 2004 4:47PM ET

Intel Pushes Wireless Networking

Intel Pushes Wireless Networking 03/20/2003 01:05 PM
Having established a dominant position in the PC market, chipmaker Intel now is going after the wireless networking market, announcing plans to invest $150 million in companies developing Wi-Fi technology.
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