From zero to three-million hero? Windows storms the tablet charts to take 7 percent of slates
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Windows 8: Microsoft's New Coke moment
The latest operating systems numbers are in, and Windows 8's failure is clearer than ever. Can Microsoft, like Coca-Cola before it, bring victory out of a defeated product launch?
Mobile magic: Pulling a gadget out of the bag
I am a multi-platform, multi-gadget kind of guy so any given day there's no telling what gadget may come out of the gear bag. Here's what I use and why it works.
HP Envy x2 revisited, 45 days in
I've been using the hybrid running Windows 8 from HP for almost two months and this is what I think of it.
Windows 8 edges to 3.84 percent share; still fails to spark
The good news is that Windows 8 is increasing in market share each month. The bad news is that its gains are minimal and its overall share remains in low single figures.
IE10 doubles share in April; Chrome continues decline as Firefox leads in second
Internet Explorer 10 has seen a recent bump in users, thanks to Microsoft's move to make the browser available on Windows 7. Meanwhile, when will Chrome gets its mojo back?
Windows 8 security for healthcare IT
In the healthcare world, subject to both HIPAA and HITECH regulations, security is critically important. This article dives into the Windows 8 security models and shows how Windows 8 provides strong security for healthcare deployments.
'Jurassic Park' Proves That The PC Won't Die
In an "adapt or perish" world, the ever-evolving PC will still be the right tool for the right job, even if it lives alongside numerous other species of computing devices.
Microsoft seeks beta testers for new Facebook for Windows Phone refresh
A new version of the official Facebook app, plus Skype video messaging for Windows 7 are now in the testing pipeline, according to Microsoft officials.
Webinar: Windows 8 - love it, hate it, or 'it’s complicated'
In an hour-long ZDNet webinar to be held on May 16th at high noon, Ed Bott will explore Windows 8 implementation strategies for IT decision makers.
Microsoft to Android phone users: There's a WP8 app for that
Microsoft is poised to launch an app-comparison program designed to sway Android phone users that Windows Phone 8 is worth another look.
From zero to three-million hero? Windows storms the tablet charts to take 7 percent of slates
Windows shipments are on the up, but white-box vendors are could be the tablet market's ones to watch.
A Windows 8 rebuild plan for Microsoft
There's been much angst and consternation surrounding Windows 8, the big Blue update, and the missing Start button. Fear not, Windows faithful, Ken Hess is here to help with suggestions for a Windows 8 rebuild.
Microsoft targets end of May for expanded Surface Pro availability
Microsoft is broadening availability of its Surface Pro PC/tablet hybrids during May and June, officials are saying.
Apple: The iPad is falling behind the competition in one area
The iPad is still enjoying good sales, but the competition has left it behind with the ability to display more than one app at a time.
Microsoft's Blue: What will developers do?
If Microsoft brings back the Start Button and adds a boot-to-desktop option with Windows Blue, should Windows developers still be counting on Metro as their future?