Firefox 3.6 has been finally released. Mozilla has improved the browser’s overall performance and reduced it’s startup time.

New security features have been implemented. Firefox now has the ability to check if browser plugins are up-to-date and it blocks vulnerable plugins from loading.

You can also personalise Firefox with Personas (there are more than 30000 of them). One cool thing about this feature is that you can preview and apply any Persona without a need to restart your browser.

Here it is guys, the world’s best open source web browser: Firefox 3.6!

What’s new:

* Adds WHQL support on Windows 7 for Microsoft’s new DirectX GPU Computing API: DirectCompute

* Optimized for the latest PhysX gaming titles: Batman: Arkham Asylum and Darkest of Days.

* Installs PhysX System Software version 9.09.0814.

* Includes several bug fixes.

Download links:

GeForce/ION 190.62 WHQL for Windows 7/Vista 32-bit

GeForce/ION 190.62 WHQL for Windows 7/Vista 64-bit

Microsoft has confirmed the release date of Windows 7, only 7 days since Windows Vista SP2 has been released. Windows 7 will be available to buy from October 22nd.

Microsoft has said that Windows 7 will come in five different editions: Starter, Home Premium, Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate.

Those who buy Windows Vista between now and its successor’s release date will likely qualify for a free or at the very least a discount on that upgrade, but Microsoft has yet to confirm details.

Read more at PCPRO

Nostalgia Critic: Video Game Review – Bebe’s Kids

So secure your network with WPA or WPA2 (your best option) encryption now!

The Sony Ericsson C901 can be used with GSM Quadband network, other features include a memory card slot, 2.2-inch TFT display screen, FM Radio, Bluetooth and built-in accelerometer sensor. It will be available in Q2 this year with 3 color options: Noble Black, Sincere Silver and Precious Peach.

It would not be very useful in games where response time is crucial, but I’m impressed so far.

Dell Inspiron Mini 9 is already shipping in the UK, Ireland, France, Germany and Austria. Spain and Italy to follow in October.
This litte “friend” costs £299 (including VAT and delivery) for the model running Windows XP Home and it comes with 1 Year Collect and Return Warranty Service. You can add an extra 1 year warranty for just £28.79.


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The specs:

Intel ® Atom™ Processor N270 (1.60GHz, 533MHz, 512K cache)
Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition
Integrated 1.3MP Camera
8.9″ WSVGA (WLED) Truelife Display
1024MB 533MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
16GB Solid State Hard Drive
Integrated Intel® Graphic Media Accelerator 950
Dell 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Mini-Card
4-cell 2200AHr Battery
Dell Integrated Bluetooth Wireless card
1Yr Limited Warranty – Collect & Return

Noctua NF-S12 800 cooling fans are efficient and effective cooling solution for your PC. Most importantly these fans are so quiet you won’t hear them even at night. They don’t come cheap, but are well worth every penny.

Specifications

Size: 120×120x25 mm
Bearing: SSO-Bearing
Blade Geometry: Straight-Blade-Design
Rotational Speed (+/- 10%): 800 RPM
Rotational Speed with U.L.N.A. (+/- 10%): 500 RPM
Airflow: 59 m³/h
Airflow with U.L.N.A.: 34 m³/h
Acoustical Noise: 8 dB(A)
Acoustical Noise with U.L.N.A.: < 5* dB(A)
Input Power: 0,60 W
Input Current: 0,05 A
Voltage Range: 6-13 V
MTBF: > 150.000 h
Warranty: 6 years

Pros

Extremely quiet
Great quality
Excellent cooling considering the low RPM

Cons

Costs about £15 ($30)