HP dumps Evo notebook for tablet PC. The company plans to swap its Evo N200 lightweight notebook for its upcoming tablet PC for business. Will customers bite? [CNET News.com]

Bush to Outline Doctrine of Striking Foes First. Today, the Bush administration will publish a comprehensive explanation for shifting military strategy toward pre-emptive action against hostile states and terrorist groups. By David E. Sanger. [New York Times: Politics]

Experts say White House protocol upgrade advice is serious. Cost and red tape get in the way [The Register]

Ellison resigns from Apple board. Oracle CEO Larry Ellison is stepping down from Apple Computer’s board of directors, saying he no longer has the time to devote to the company. [CNET News.com]

Gates and Ballmer Get Pay Raise. SEATTLE (AP) — Microsoft Corp.’s top two executives received 13 percent raises in the past year, with chairman Bill Gates and chief executive Steve Ballmer each earning $753,310 in salary and bonuses, the company disclosed Thursday. By The Associated Press. [New York Times: Technology]