Top 10 articles, 17 July 09

The 118800.co.uk mobile directory service crashed soon after its launch

Our most popular story this week has also been our most commented: the controversial 118800.co.uk mobile phone directory service crashed soon after its launch, after thousands of users flocked to the site. Sadly for the organisation, this rush was for people desperate to unsubscribe from the service to make sure their mobile number wasn't available to all and sundry.

Also popular was news that the surviving workers from the Bletchley Park cryptography unit are to be honoured, nearly 70 years after the unit was formed. The code breakers were never officially recognised for their work, but military and civilian workers will at long last receive a special commemorative badge from the government in recognition of their vital war work.

118800 mobile number directory crashes
Controversial service overwhelmed by users rushing to go ex-directory

Government honours veterans of Bletchley Park at last
Surviving veterans of the code-breaking facility to receive badge of honour

Steve Ballmer warns Google off Chrome
Microsoft chief says Google may struggle with dual operating systems

Google enhances search to see off Bing
New features added to Google's image and mobile search functionality

Windows 7 pre-order site goes live on Wednesday
Limited volume of discounted copies available, according to Microsoft

Mozilla warns of critical Firefox vulnerability
JavaScript flaw could allow for remote attacks

What does Windows 7 mean for Microsoft?
With the sting of Vista still fresh, Redmond has to make next Windows work

Businesses will get Windows 7 by end of July
Software Assurance customers eligible for upgrade as part of a special promotion

Microsoft revamps software licensing structure
Simplified packages and bundles designed to help firms navigate ongoing contr acts

Six out of 10 firms to shun Windows 7
Survey makes uncomfortable reading for Microsoft