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Business News

'Control-Alt-Delete' Is Nothing Compared to These 3 Microsoft Disasters

A look at some of the ways the tech giant has managed to mess up over the years.

Science & Technology

Done Deal: A Look at the Long, Contentious Road to Buying Dell Inc.

In this interactive timeline, we look back at how founder Michael Dell's proposal to acquire the company and take it private played out.

Science & Technology

Billionaire Investor Carl Icahn Drops Campaign to Derail Dell's Takeover Bid

In letter to the SEC, Icahn says he's done opposing Michael Dell but just getting started recruiting Twitter followers.

Buying / Investing in Business

Dell Founder's New Buyout Bid Wins Initial Shareholder Approval

The official vote on the bid from Michael Dell and Silver Lake Partners has been pushed back to September 12.

Buying / Investing in Business

Dell Founder Sweetens Offer to Take the PC Maker Private

New offer adds $150 million and calls for a decision to be made by simple majority of shareholders.

Business News

Dell Postpones Buyout Meeting as More Votes Needed

Dell put off shareholder vote on its founder's $24.4 billion buyout offer, after failing to get enough support to seal the deal.

Business News

Dell Founder Stands Firm on Buyout Offer

Michael Dell will not raise his $24.4 billion bid for the PC maker, even if a vote on the offer is delayed, sources say.

Business News

Michael Dell Told to Raise Dell Offer as Carl Icahn Ups the Stakes

The founder has been advised to raise his $24.4 billion offer for Dell, coming under further pressure from billionaire investor Carl Icahn.

Business News

Should Your Business Go PC-Free?

Small businesses are starting to replace employee PCs with tablets and smartphones â€" and they're saving time and money, while helping employees be more customer-responsive.

Science & Technology

3 Decades of Dell: From Dorm Room Inspiration to Multi-Billion Dollar Acquisition

Following the announcement of a $24.4 billion acquisition deal, we take a look back at the tech company's history and accomplishments.

Science & Technology

Best New Desktop Computers for Your Business

Today's all-in-one desktop computers mix cutting-edge tech, svelte style and gorgeous displays.

Science & Technology

Why This Tiny Cube Might Be Your Next Office PC

The grapefruit-size Xi3 comes with useful interactive features and convenient upgrading options.

Science & Technology

Review: Mini Computers for Business

The newest miniature desktop PCs are priced right, easy on your utility bill and really pack a wallop.

Business News

How to Run Business Software Between Macs and PCs

Consider this advice for ensuring that documents and files can be used, in-house and by clients, no matter which operating system they're created on.

Business News

Three Reasons to Buy an Open-PC

If a completely open-source computer that 'just works' sounds good, a prepackaged machine could be what you're looking for.