Kids' Computers Through the Ages

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Top Story: Kids' Computers Through the Ages The evolution of toy computers for children mirrors that of real-world systems for adults. We look at some of the changes the play-along versions have undergone in the past 70 years. Share: News 9 Reasons to Switch from Facebook to Google+ Can Google+ steal users from Facebook? Yep. There are good reasons to switch from Facebook to Google+, ranging from ease-of-use to respect for data privacy. Share: Google+ Social Network: Hands-On First Impressions Google's new social networking site Google+ has a few rough spots, but is, overall, a strong start to the search giant's challenge to Facebook. Share: Google+ vs. Facebook: See How They Compare In Google+, the search giant offers a serious competitor to Facebook. Here's how the two social networks stack up. Share: How-To Google Plus: 8 Quick Tips and Tricks Getting started with Google's new social networking service? We have a few quick tips to get you oriented. Share: The Bootable Maintenance Flash Drive Fixing your friends' computers? Carry a bootable PC toolkit in your pocket. Share: Create, Share, and Play Video in Android With Android devices, entertainment doesn't stop at music and pictures. Here's how to get more fun from your phone's camcorder features and great video apps. Share: Downloads PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: June 2011 What's appealing in June? According to our reviewers, the same things that catch our attention year-round: system utilities, fun toys, and free stuff. From backup software to a music manager, a powerful PDF reader to a 3D sculpting tool, a CPU temperature monitor to a weather-displaying screensaver, many of June's favorites are freebies. MusicBee This free music player is designed to deliver a simple but powerful way to manage your music. Just point MusicBee at your collection and it adds your tracks to its library. MusicBee will appeal to Windows users looking for a speedier, lighter-weight alternative to Windows Media Player. Acoustic Guitar Wallpaper Put a little music in your computing life with this beautifully designed wallpaper, which features a close-up view of an acoustic guitar's sound board and strings. How to Build a Home Entertainment Network Learn to use your computer network as a next-generation entertainment hub. Get started. Digital Photo Tips from the Experts This series of how-tos will help you take your photography game to the next level. Start here. Most Popular Searches Android Windows 8 Google Freeware Linux Product Reviews Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2011 93 Pros Good interface; Strong malware detection Cons Scan speeds lag behind top performers Read Complete Review » Top 10 Paid Antivirus Programs for 2011 » Top 5 Paid Antivirus for 2011 » HP Envy 17 3D 88 Pros Audio quality among the best in laptops; Superb LCD display; excellent 3D Blu-ray visuals Cons 3D gaming is frustrating and often doesn't work; Short battery life Read Complete Review » Top Desktop Replacement Laptops » HP Mini 5103 82 Pros Great battery life; Good performance and ergonomics Cons Smallish display; Pricey Read Complete Review » Top Netbooks » Best Laptops Under 4 Pounds » Get Big Savings When you Shop at PCWorld.com Shop online at PCWorld.com, where you can compare product information, read trusted reviews, and find the best prices on consumer electronics. MacBook Air 11.6" Silver Notebook Price: $867.99 Avg User Rating 3 User Reviews MacBook Air White Notebook Price: $1234.99 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review Browse more Best Prices on Laptops, Notebook Accessories, Wireless Networking, Desktops Top News on PCWorld.com Hackers Claim Apple Online Data Was Compromised A list of 27 user names and encrypted passwords apparently for an Apple website was posted to the Internet over the weekend. Share: Google+ Invite Workarounds Crop Up Here are 3 ways to get on Google+ if you haven't snagged an invite via the circles share exploit. Share: Top Reviews on PCWorld.com Lab Tested: AMDs Lynx Brings Superior Graphics For Budget Desktops AMDs Fusion A-Series processors are here, and they're poised to shake up the oft-neglected budget desktops tier. Share: The Incredible Shrinking Interchangeable-Lens Camera Since the dawn of the Micro Four-Thirds system in 2008, compact interchangeable-lens cameras have quickly been growing smaller and stronger. Join us on this journey through camera-miniaturization history. Share: Free Utility Core Temp Tells You If Your CPU Is Overheating Tiny, powerful, and free CPU temperature monitor Core Temp can utilize the Windows 7 taskbar. Share: Immerse Yourself in Free, Open-Source Game Dungeon Crawl Stone Soup Roguelike games continue to advance with this addictive and deep single-player RPG Dungeon Crawl Stone Soup. Share: Downloads: Editor's Collection PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: June 2011What's appealing in June? According to our reviewers, the same things that catch our attention year-round: system utilities, fun toys, and free stuff. From backup software to a music manager, a powerful PDF reader to a 3D sculpting tool, a CPU temperature monitor to a weather-displaying screensaver, many of June's favorites are freebies. Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit version)   7802 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Tools This free all-purpose PDF tool packs the power of a paid product. Nitro PDF Reader (32-bit version)   21377 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Tools Get a free all-purpose PDF tool that packs the power of a paid product. WinPatrol   741506 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Security Kill off unwanted background programs like worms, adware, and spyware. See (16) more PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: June 2011 » Browse DownloadsAntivirus & Security • Design & Multimedia • Utilities • Games • Chat, Email, & the Web • Sponsored Downloads PDF ManagerManage your PDF files; compare PDF files and folders. Search PDF files on your local hard drive or your network. Index your PDF files and search. 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