Microsoft’s CES 2011 keynote with Steve Ballmer brought word of improvements to Kinect and even an early preview of Windows 8 that could drastically change the course of the OS.

Intel’s CES 2011 press conference brought the long-awaited launch of Sandy Bridge processors, Intel Insider for HD movies on PCs, and some interesting toys on the way.

Intel’s CES 2011 press conference brought the long-awaited launch of Sandy Bridge processors, Intel Insider for HD movies on PCs, and some interesting toys on the way.

Microsoft says that the exploit could leave users’ computers susceptible to full control by an outside an attacker.

Over the weekend, thousands of Hotmail users found their inboxes wiped clean, with some accounts containing a decade worth of saved e-mails – a lesson in the downside of computing in the cloud.

It’s finally here. In mere days we’ll be able to tell you about all the new technology heading your way. To tide you over, here’s a look at some of the most persistent CES rumors out there.

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has revised his epic lawsuit against everyone with more specifics, though he still declines to discuss the suit.

Sony exec confirms that the PSN is currently losing money, but the company believes it will begin making a profit in 2011, and earn over $3 billion by 2012.

Microsoft may forgo its long-standing relationship with chip maker Intel in favor of low-powered ARM chip technology, suggesting a serious commitment to the smartphone and tablet markets.

Microsoft says more than 1.5 million Windows Phone 7 devices have been sold in the platform’s first six weeks on the market.