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](/images_blogs/photos/uncategorized/2009/01/08/hs_a_1024.jpg)LAS VEGAS -- Some of the latest notebooks include an instant-on mode, which immediately boots into a stripped down virtual environment to run basic apps. And by downloading new software introduced at the Consumer Electronics Show, you don't have to buy a brand new notebook just to take advantage of that feature.
Phoenix Technologies this week launched its downloadable virtual environment dubbed HyperSpace.
Instant-on can benefit users not just by saving time. It reduces battery power consumed by about 30 percent compared to running a full operating system, according to Phoenix.
This will be incredibly useful for those who mostly use their computers to surf the web, check e-mail or IM (cough, netbook owners).
The software starts at $40. Unfortunately, you have to pay to renew the license each year. The software can immediately be downloaded at HyperSpace.com. Currently, the software is for Windows machines only.
Product Page [Phoenix]
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