Microsoft is working on technology that will allow two people to easily use a single computer at the same time. Basically, the software creates two virtual desktops on one monitor, and allows you to plug in a second mouse and keyboard so that two users can work on the same machine at once.

Sure, those on the bleeding edge of technology would rather have one computer and two monitors all to themselves. But in countries where computer access is limited, this is a great way to get a lot of bang for your buck when buying one PC.

Users can also easily share files between the two desktops just by scrolling their mouse over to the other side of the screen.

[via Engadget]