The potential for U.S. solar energy looks bright, but what hurdles are standing in the way of its broad adoption?
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The potential for U.S. solar energy may look bright, but legal, technological, and cost limitations are interfering with big installations. CNET's Elsa Wenzel attended the Big Solar conference in Menlo Park, Calif., this week and she tells CNET News.com's Leslie Katz what she found out.
Microsoft says it will appeal the European Commission's historic $1.38 billion fine, which the commission imposed for failure to comply with its antitrust order. Microsoft's move to seek relief from the Court of First Instance marks its second such go-around.
Plus, Apple customers who bought a replacement power adapter for a PowerBook or iBook will soon be eligible for a refund, and a look at what Dell can do to improve its customer service. All this and more on today's News.com daily podcast.
Today's stories:
Barriers to solar energy's blockbuster promise
Microsoft to appeal EC's $1.39 billion fine
Report: Rumored Google, News Corp. bids make Blinkx shares soar
Apple to issue refunds for Powerbook, iBook replacement power adapters
Apple settles with Canadian iPod owners
Apple working on its own Wiimote?
A modest proposal to fix Dell's customer service
Video: A C3PO sighting in Pittsburgh
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