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It is hard to believe that November is about to pass, and we're moving deep into the holiday season. It was a big month here at TechFlash HQ as Microsoft headlines dominated. Thanks again for tuning into TechFlash, and just a reminder that you're all invited to our holiday party and birthday bash on December 9. Here's a look at the top 10.
"Exclusive: More Microsoft layoffs" (16 comments)
"Shareholders quiz Ballmer about Macs, Windows, mobile phones" (20 comments)
Gates' home. Flickr photo via TikTik
"$35,000 to tour Bill Gates' house" (8 comments)
"Paul Allen diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma" (28 comments)
"Microsoft confirms 800 job cuts" (21 comments)
"How a Microsoft veteran learned to love Linux, and why it matters" (30 comments)
"Microsoft CIO on a mission to make ice cream out of dog food" (19 comments)
Bono. Photo via U2
"Plumber vs. Programmer: A face-off over an online directory" (50 comments)
"Bono's birthday gift to Bill Gates" (6 comments)
"Google CEO: Hopefully we won't repeat Microsoft's past mistakes" (13 comments)
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