PCWorld Has a New Baby Brother

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The subject line for this newsletter brags about our "new baby brother," though maybe it's really a baby sister, since it's tough to identify a website's gender. In any event, PCWorld (and sibling site Macworld) are proud to announce the launch of TechHive, presenting informed, zesty coverage of today's most compelling technology stories. As befitting a newborn, TechHive is not yet fully formed; we're planning a full-fledged rollout, with all the bells and whistles, for later this summer. But while you're waiting, I invite you to check out the frequently updated TechHive Beta Blog for a taste of what's to come. And now, on to this week's top stories on PCWorld. --Editorial Director Steve Fox Top Stories Bing Versus Google: Search Engine Showdown We pit Google and Bing against each other in a quest to determine which one is better. Intel's Ivy Bridge Processor: Leaner and Meaner The 3rd Generation Intel Core Processor family reduces power use without sacrificing performance, and gives graphics a substantial upgrade. The Best Free Software, Mobile Apps, and Web Services, 2012 Edition 59 terrific tools for getting your work done, finding great deals, planning a trip, keeping yourself entertained, and more. For more software reviews, visit PCWorld.com. Top Tweets From @PCWPluggedIn Apple is headed for a fall, says Forrester CEO: Didn't Isaac Newton say the same thing 300 years ago? Facebook passes 901 million mark in members: Which is 900 million more people than read a real book in the past year. Microsoft and Facebook strike deal over AOL patents: What, no lawsuit? That's practically un-American! Follow us every day on Twitter: @PCWPluggedIn News Ivy Bridge Graphics: Entry-Level Cards Are Dead Intel's new Ivy Bridge CPU, next to its predecessor, is a only a bit faster and consumes less power, but the real gains are on the graphics side. The Android Update Trap Updating your version of the Android operating system can cause more problems than it solves. Be careful what you wish for. 10 Commandments of Windows Security With the introduction of Windows 7, many PC and notebook users may feel more secure than they did using older versions of the Microsoft operating system. For the latest reports, visit our News page . PCW Business Center New Lenovo ThinkPad Laptops Will Ditch The Classic Keyboard The traditional ThinkPad keyboard earned its reputation as being best for typing accuracy and comfort. Now a new contender is taking its place. Visit the PCW Business Center. Blogs 13 Quad-Core Intel Ivy Bridge Chips Expected The first wave of Ivy Bridge chips reportedly include 13 quad-core processors and are designed for desktops. Dual-core processors for Ultrabooks and other hardware will roll out later this spring. Google Drive vs. the Rest Google Drive is finally here--and here's how it stands up against the competition. Watch out for the gotchas! Diablo III Beta Impressions Blizzard's games are starting to feel more alike. Don't worry, that's a good thing. For the latest news and opinion, visit our Blogs page . Reviews Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Review: A Low-Cost, Full-Featured Android Tablet This inexpensive, full-featured Android 4.0 tablet is neither the best performer nor the prettiest option; but it does well as a point of entry for tablet shoppers who feel comfortable without the training wheels of the value-priced tablets from Amazon or Barnes & Noble. AMD Radeon HD 7750 Review: A Minimal Graphics Upgrade If you need a bottom-dollar graphics upgrade that will work in almost any modern PC, this is a good choice. Compare prices on graphics cards. For more reviews, visit PCWorld.com. How-To Free Tools to Wipe Your Drives Securely Properly clear off old data from a flash drive, hard-disk drive, solid-state drive, or hybrid hard drive--at no cost. Reader Q&A: Don't Mess With Windows! Plus, How to Change Fonts Readers have recently been emailing with odd problems that have a common theme: It's possible to tweak Windows into oblivion. For more tips, visit PCWorld.com. Downloads These Pets Disapprove Ever wonder what your pet is really thinking? If the animals in this Windows 7 theme are right, it's probably nothing favorable. For more free and trial software, visit PCWorld.com. PC World Community Laptop USB vs Desktop USB Join the discussion. 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