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Windows 7 gets patch reminding users of 2020 end-of-support date
The Windows 7 patch will begin sending notices of the impending end-of-support date beginning April 18
Windows 10 edges out Windows 7 as most popular operating system
Net Applications' report says Windows 10 now has 39.22% market share compared to Windows 7, which has 36.9%
Microsoft's Windows 10 October 2018 update is out now
The update adds new features for Windows 10, while also introducing features Android devices and iPhones can take advantage of
Valve to end Steam support for Windows XP, Vista in 2019
Steam will continue to run and launch games on these operating systems for the remainder of 2018 with limited functionality
Microsoft launches Chrome extension warning users of shady websites
The Chrome extension tells you if you're about to enter a malicious site, based off a constantly updated list of potentially harmful websites
Windows 10 update set for October release
Release of Windows 10 Fall Creators Update will come the same day that Windows Mixed Reality headsets powered by the software hits the market Microsoft executive vice president of operating systems Terry Myerson says in a blog post
Everything you want to know about Windows 10 S
Here is a look at what Windows 10 S is what it isn t and who will benefit most from its features
More cyberattacks feared as work week begins
UPDATED Europol executive director Rob Wainwright says the situation could worsen when workers return to their offices after the weekend and log on
Microsoft making mobile connection with Windows update
Microsoft essentially has fully embraced the usage model of moving between phone tablet PC Mac game console and in the future AR and VR headsets regardless of the operating system says one analyst
Microsoft out to regain ground in schools with Surface Laptop
Along with the new laptop Microsoft also reveals the Windows 10 S operating system – devices running on which could go for as low as 189
Gmail to end support for Chrome version 53 and below
Google will discontinue support for Gmail on Chrome versions 53 and below The notice is especially meant for holdouts on Windows XP or Vista as they will be left behind on Chrome version 49 and be more susceptible to risk
Microsoft's Surface Studio PC is for the creator in everyone
The Surface Studio is what Microsoft is touting as a computer for creators of all types
Microsoft reveals Creators Update for Windows 10
The Creators Update for Windows 10 is set to come out in early 2017
Microsoft's Paint app revamp to get 3D drawing capabilities
Microsoft enthusiast WalkingCat reveals some leaked videos of the new Paint on Twitter
Reminder: Free Windows 10 upgrades end July 29
An anniversary update for Windows 10 is also slated for August 2 so those who want access to that will want to upgrade sooner rather than later
Future Windows 10 update will stop updates when you're busy
Active Hours lets you specify up to 10 hours in a day where Windows will not install updates or bother you to ask for a restart of your computer
Microsoft profit down 25% to $3.8B
Shares in Microsoft once the world s largest company are down 4 3 in after hours trade following the results which are weaker than expectations
Windows 10 reaches 270 million users – Microsoft
The company is hoping the new version can help it gain traction in the mobile sector where it lags behind Google Android and Apple iOS and in emerging technologies for computing
Microsoft quarterly profit slips but tops forecasts
Software as a service in the Internet cloud is a key aspect of Microsoft s effort to adapt to a shift away from packaged software on which the US company was built
Windows 10 now on 200 million devices worldwide
The adoption rate of Windows 10 is also reportedly faster than that of Windows 7 and 8 outpacing Windows 7 by nearly 140 and Windows 8 by nearly 400
PC market woes show no sign of easing
A shift to mobile devices a strong dollar and political turmoil are hurting PC sales
Microsoft sees $3.19B loss on Nokia writedown
Microsoft is banking on Windows 10 s arrival to create new opportunities for Microsoft and our ecosystem
Microsoft releases critical patch for all Windows versions
The flaw means the way Microsoft Windows handles fonts could allow an attacker to take over someone else’s computer
Microsoft cuts 7,800 jobs, reorganizes phone unit
The Finnish government is disappointed with Microsoft s decision calling a special ministerial meeting to consider assistance for those affected
Windows 10 to launch to Insiders first, phased release follows
Windows 10 will launch on July 29
Microsoft prices Windows 10 Home and Pro offerings
Windows 10 Home is set to cost 119 while Windows 10 Pro will cost 199
Windows 10 to launch July 29
Existing legitimate users of Windows 7 Service Pack 1 and Windows 8 1 can get Windows 10 via a free upgrade for the first year after launch
‘Attractive’ Windows 10 offers in store for non-genuine upgraders
The company is working with OEMs to have very attractive Windows 10 upgrade offers for their customers running one of their older devices in a non genuine state
Microsoft courts app makers with dive into Windows 10
Microsoft s three hour keynote presentation highlights how Windows 10 will let software savants serve up creations on the full spectrum of smart devices including HoloLens augmented reality headgear
Reorganization costs hit Microsoft profit
The tech giant s net profit for the fiscal quarter ending March 31 falls 12 to 4 985 billion on revenues which rose 6 to 21 7 billion
Running Windows 8.1? You can likely run Windows 10
Microsoft reveals what s needed hardware wise to upgrade to Windows 10 and what you need to get a hassle free upgrade in the summer
Microsoft to end Internet Explorer browser brand
While Windows 10 will still carry Internet Explorer for enterprise compatibility Project Spartan will eventually become the go to browser for Windows 10 users out of the box
Windows 10 free for Windows 7, 8.1 users for first year
The free upgrade offer will be available for the first year of Windows 10 s launch for all Windows 7 8 1 and Phone 8 1 machines and devices
Microsoft patches big Windows Schannel vulnerability
Microsoft does not explain the exploit further aside from noting that it allows an attacker to remotely execute code on a computer without requiring an authorized account
Microsoft patches Sandworm vulnerability
The vulnerability allows for someone to remotely execute code on another s computer if a user opens a compromised file with a specially crafted OLE object
Ello, Windows 10 (TechRap)
Microsoft announces Windows 10 Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Gap Gate and butt test Anti Facebook social network Ello gets viral surge
Microsoft announces Windows 10
Joe Belfiore of Microsoft: We want all these Windows 7 users to have the sentiment that yesterday they were driving a first generation Prius and now with Windows 10 it s like a Tesla
Upgrading to iOS 8 (TechRap)
Microsoft announces September 30 Windows event Google announces 105 Android One smartphones Update to iOS 8 without deleting apps files
Microsoft announcing September 30 Windows event
The September 30 event is meant to introduce developers and enterprise level consumers to the next step for Windows operating systems
Android Nokia X: A Windows Phone in disguise
The Nokia X is an Android smartphone stripped of its Google roots merely a bridge device that aims to give feature phone users a taste of Windows Phone
Windows 8.1 Update: What to expect
Here s a quick list of some of the functional improvements that are coming in Windows 8 1 Update which is expected to arrive later in the day
TechRap: ASUS Transformer Book Trio
We review the Windows Laptop Android tablet in one the Asus Transformer Book Trio plus news on Facebook WhatsApp and the Galaxy S5
Move over Siri: Meet Windows Phone's Cortana
Windows Phone digital assistant Cortana will appear as circular icon which animates when it speaks or thinks and will sport a custom color depending on the hue of your phone
TechRap: Windows 8.1, OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Get Google custom URLs use electronic devices on a planes and what s new in Windows 8 1 and OS X 10 9 Mavericks
Microsoft releases Windows 8.1, in restart
The revamped version brings back the start button which disappeared last year
TechRap: Smartphone camera shootout
We throw 3 smartphones the HTC One Samsung Galaxy S4 and the iPhone 5 into the TechRap battle for a camera phone shootout
Microsoft talks Windows 8.1
Microsoft announces Windows 8 1 and its numerous tweaks on the Windows Blog
Early Windows Blue build leaked
An early Windows Blue build is leaked with some of the features shown in screenshots from a Polish forum
Win8 to get app updates, price drop?
Will Windows 8 see an upgrade and a price drop before the rumored Blue development?
Microsoft bids goodbye to Steven Sinofsky
A change in leadership at Microsoft sees the departure of the President of Windows and Windows Live
