The basic functionality of a tablet PC is going to be determined by the software that runs on it. Unlike traditional computers that have a very limited set of operating systems to choose from, tablet PCs actually have a greater number of options available to them. Each tablet OS handles things its own way which can mean vastly different user experiences. Because of this, it is important to get an idea of how the software that comes with and is available for a tablet can play into your decision on what tablet PC to buy. Find out more in my Tablet PC Software Guide to help narrow down your choice.

• Tablet PC Software Guide

Memorial Day is approaching and summer is upon us. It is the time when students finish up school and start to think about what they will be doing for vacation. Of course, their education may not be done just yet as they start up college or high school in the fall.

Computers have become integral to campus life for both high school and college. Some schools even require a computer for their students. So, if you have a student that is graduating and are considering buying them a computer as a graduation gift, check out my article for tips on buying an educational computer.

• Graduation Computers

Shuttle Computers has only been in the business of building complete desktop computer systems for a few years. Prior to that, they made a name for themselves building PC components such as motherboards and peripherals. They are probably best known for their XPC line of small form factor kits that consumers can buy and build desktop PCs from. This is what actually created their own systems business. Find out what Shuttle offers in terms of support for their new PC business as well as their barebones kits in my profile of their support department.

• Shuttle Support Profile

Included in the profile I list the various avenues that users have for support, tips and advice. In addition, I'm posting a survey below and in the profile asking users for their opinion of Shuttle, either with the systems or barebones kits. If you have used their support and would like to let others know of their experiences for better or worse, please feel free to share your experience.

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Have you noticed that there are fewer computers to feature DVD drives than before? Lots of laptop computers are dropping the drives in order to reduce the size of the systems. But it isn't just laptops that don't have the drives. Even Apple has dropped the drive from its latest Mac Mini desktop. And it isn't just the size of the hardware that is driving this trend. Find out more about why the days of the optical storage media are numbered for the PC.

• Death Of the Computer Optical Drive