Now that Google has shaken the tech world with its Chrome OS announcement, what's the best way for Microsoft to turn the spotlight back on itself and protect its Windows empire? Here are five ways Redmond could strike back:

You've Got a Browser OS, We've Got a Browser OS

The upcoming Google Chrome OS will be a lightweight, speedy, Web-oriented operating system designed initially for netbooks, Google tells us. And before long, Chrome will migrate to larger notebook and desktop PCS too. The message here is that the browser is the OS, while old-school operating systems like the clunky and bloated Windows are headed for the tech graveyard.

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