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Is Microsoft being honest about Windows 8 for ARM?
Is Microsoft being honest about Windows 8 for ARM?
It looks like Windows 8 ARM edition may only be sold to tablet makers, but Microsoft apparently doesn't want to say. 18 Jan 2012 - 2 comments
New ReFS file system to debut in Windows 8
New ReFS file system to debut in Windows 8
ReFS is a new file system being introduced with Windows 8. It combines most of the features found in NTFS with improved performance and reliability. 17 Jan 2012 - 13 comments
Windows 8 Recovery Environment aims to take the pain out of restoring your computer
Windows 8 Recovery Environment aims to take the pain out of restoring your computer
New Reset and Refresh options in Windows 8 could make restoring your computer less painful. 05 Jan 2012 - 5 comments
Windows Store can remotely kill Windows 8 apps
Windows Store can remotely kill Windows 8 apps
Like the Apple App Store, or the Android Market, the Windows Store can opt to remotely disable and delete applications from Windows 8. 10 Dec 2011 - 2 comments
Windows 8 Windows Store details
Windows 8 Windows Store details
Microsoft has unveiled the Windows 8 Windows Store, where developers can sell apps. Starting in February, devs can sell apps for a minimum ...... 09 Dec 2011 - 6 comments
VIDEO: Previewing the Windows Store
VIDEO: Previewing the Windows Store
Microsoft's Antoine Leblond previews the Windows Store at the company's Windows Store Preview event in San Francisco. 07 Dec 2011 - 3 comments
Microsoft confirms February 2012 release for Windows 8 beta
Microsoft confirms February 2012 release for Windows 8 beta
Microsoft has confirmed the rumor today that its first public Windows 8 Beta will be released in February. The company also added that the ...... 07 Dec 2011 - 4 comments
Windows 8 'largely irrelevant' to PC users: IDC
Windows 8 'largely irrelevant' to PC users: IDC
Research firm suggests that the upcoming Windows 8 operating system will be largely irrelevant to PC users. 06 Dec 2011 - 7 comments
Windows 8 build leak shows Charm Bar, IE auto-update
Windows 8 build leak shows Charm Bar, IE auto-update
New images of a leaked build of Microsoft's Windows 8 operating system shows a charm bar on the Desktop, option to update IE automatically. 04 Dec 2011
Windows 8 public beta coming in February
Windows 8 public beta coming in February
TNW is reporting today that sources have told them the public Windows 8 beta will be released in February. The operating system has long ...... 02 Dec 2011 - 1 comment
Windows 8 will be on phones?
Windows 8 will be on phones?
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has ended speculation today by announcing that Windows 8 would be made available on phones. The operating system ...... 15 Nov 2011 - 7 comments
Windows 8 will consolidate restarts in monthly update
Windows 8 will consolidate restarts in monthly update
In Windows 8, any non-critical operating system updates will be rolled into their monthly security update, resulting in fewer restarts for users. 15 Nov 2011 - 5 comments
Windows 8 adds improved power management to optimize tablet battery life
Windows 8 adds improved power management to optimize tablet battery life
Improved power management in Windows 8 means hardware in tablets and other devices will be able to conserve more power for longer battery life. 09 Nov 2011 - 2 comments
Asus to release Windows 8 tablet next year
Asus to release Windows 8 tablet next year
Asus plans to release a Windows 8 tablets in Q3 2010 according to information released during their Q3 2011 earnings call. 01 Nov 2011 - 2 comments
Leaked roadmap points to Aug 2012 launch of Windows 8
Leaked roadmap points to Aug 2012 launch of Windows 8
Leaked roadmap points to an August 2012 commercial release of Microsoft's next major Windows upgrade 25 Oct 2011 - 1 comment
Evolution of Start Menu Search continues in Windows 8
Evolution of Start Menu Search continues in Windows 8
Searching from the Start Menu in Windows 8 has been changed to organize results better. 20 Oct 2011 - 4 comments
Windows 8 will allow you to login using Windows Live
Windows 8 will allow you to login using Windows Live
One of the new features Microsoft is adding to Windows 8 is the ability to login to your computer using a Windows Live ID. The primary purpose ...... 27 Sep 2011 - 15 comments
Secure boot requirement for Windows 8 could affect Linux installations
Secure boot requirement for Windows 8 could affect Linux installations
Security measure could impact on Linux dual-boot options. In order for a PC to be sold bearing a "Designed for Windows 8" logo, it must ship ...... 22 Sep 2011 - 4 comments
Adobe Flash is the exception to Microsoft's 'no plugins' rule for Metro Windows 8
Adobe Flash is the exception to Microsoft's 'no plugins' rule for Metro Windows 8
Last week, while showing off their upcoming Windows 8 operating system, Microsoft dropped a bombshell, explaining that HTML5 "Metro-style apps" ...... 20 Sep 2011 - 4 comments
Devs selling Windows 8 tablets on eBay for thousands
Devs selling Windows 8 tablets on eBay for thousands
Last week, at the BUILD event, Microsoft gave out 5000 Windows 8 developer tablets to attendees. The Samsung-built tablet is now selling ...... 19 Sep 2011 - 2 comments
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