New Hotmail now available to all users, whether they want it or not

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Microsoft has finally completed the rollout of Hotmail's biggest update ever, making it available to all 350 million of its users. The new look and features have turned a lot of heads, drawing praise from bloggers and longtime Gmail users alike.

Of course, as with any upgrade there have been snags -- with some customers complaining of their browser freezing when trying to load Hotmail, and also some problems when using Firefox. Some bemoan the addition of social features -- even though they're totally optional. It's a big adjustment for the average user, and there are plenty of those among Hotmail's massive base.

Once they've adapted to the changes they'll find a much improved webmail client, and one which is a strong Gmail competitor.

Does anyone else find it's a bit strange to see writers keep referring to Hotmail as a Gmail alternative? After all, its userbase is almost three times as large... [It's the same vein as bloggers refering to Nokia and RIM as underdogs, with bigger market shares... -Ed]New Hotmail now available to all users, whether they want it or not originally appeared on Download Squad on Wed, 04 Aug 2010 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | CommentsFIRST SOLAR FINISAR FEI COMPANY FAIRCHILD SEMICONDUCTOR INTERNATIONAL