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A single actor is scanning Windows systems vulnerable to the BlueKeep flaw

A threat actor hidden behind Tor nodes is scanning for Windows systems vulnerable to BlueKeep flaw. Read more: https://zd.net/2JWjK73

June 5, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Wary of hacking, China will develop its own operating system for the military

Chinese military won't replace Windows with Linux, but develop a custom OS instead.

June 5, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Microsoft offers preview of blockchain-based identity system

Microsoft has improved the scalability of its ION bitcoin blockchain-based distributed identity system. But it's still early days.

May 24, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Microsoft's golden rules for safe enterprise networks

Microsoft recommends using a separate device for administrative tasks.

May 17, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Microsoft Build 2019: Azure, Microsoft Graph, IoT and IE mode highlights

ZDNet's Mary Jo Foley handicaps Microsoft's vision to lead with its three core clouds: Azure, Microsoft 365 and gaming. Here's the plan and other goodies developers will get. Read more: https://zd.net/2Wtzlh5

May 6, 2019 by Larry Dignan

Developer conferences: Have they jumped the shark and forgotten about developers?

ZDNet's Mary Jo Foley and Larry Dignan lament how developer conferences such as Microsoft Build, Google I/O, Facebook F8 and Apple WWDC are more about corporate vision statements and less about the actual tools developers actually use. Read more: https://zd.net/2V0mt0A

May 2, 2019 by Larry Dignan

Researcher creates SMBdoor based on NSA malware for security purposes

New experimental backdoor highlights an OS section that antivirus products are not looking at.

May 2, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Microsoft Outlook’s AI features: Big help or Big Brother?

Microsoft aims to cut the hassle of arranging meetings for Office 365 users with AI email and calendar suggestions. Read more: https://zd.net/2FZDSC1

April 4, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Windows 10 April update is full of new features: Our top picks

Here are some of the new capabilities you can expect in yet another feature-packed semi-annual release. Read more: https://zd.net/2HLtL6f

March 25, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Windows 7 versus Windows 10: The upgrades continue

TechRepublic's Karen Roby talks with ZDNet's Steve Ranger about the latest happenings regarding the shift to Windows 10 as the clock continues ticking on Windows 7. Read more: https://zd.net/2OkJj1c

March 21, 2019 by Karen Roby

Intel to Windows 10 users: You have patches for 19 severe flaws, use them!

Update Intel Windows graphics drivers, and stop using Intel Matrix Storage Manager and USB 3.0 Creator Utility.

March 19, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Microsoft: This is how we assure the quality of Windows 10 updates

Microsoft offers Windows 10 users a look at how they use data to improve the quality of Windows 10 updates.

March 12, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Microsoft to organizations: How to secure your network

In its annual security intelligence report, Microsoft offers up its top tips for blocking out hackers.

March 5, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Windows 10: How to protect your business

How do you configure Windows 10 PCs to avoid common security problems? There's no software magic bullet, unfortunately, and the tools are different for small businesses and enterprises. Here's what to watch out for. Read more: https://zd.net/2Xg4iGp

March 4, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Cryptojacking apps infiltrate Microsoft official store

Eight Windows 10 apps removed from the Microsoft Store after getting caught mining Monero behind users' backs.

February 25, 2019 by ZDNet Editors

Huawei P9 review: Smart camera has it snapping at the heels of the flagship titans

April 28, 2016 by Steve Ranger

ASUS EeeBook E402M, First Take: Budget Windows laptop, with storage and screen quality issues

September 25, 2015 by Sandra Vogel

ThinkPad X250 review: Workhorse for the road warrior

May 14, 2015 by James Kendrick

Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise: Key features yet to appear

The technical preview of Windows 10 is heavy on tools for the power desktop user that businesses will want to evaluate, but the most important features will be visible later in the preview cycle.

October 2, 2014 by Mary Branscombe

Microsoft Surface Pro 3 review: Impressive hybrid tablet, but keyboard should be bundled

If you need a Windows 8.1 computer that's flexible enough to be a tablet, a laptop (if you add the optional keyboard) and even (if you add the optional docking station) a desktop PC, then the Surface Pro 3 manages the trade-offs as well as anything on the market.

August 25, 2014 by Charles McLellan

Acer Iconia W4 review: Affordable 8-inch Atom-based Windows tablet

This affordable 8-inch Atom-based (Bay Trail) Windows 8.1 tablet has a nice IPS screen and delivers all-day battery life under light usage modes. Limited screen size, internal storage and processing power will prevent it from being more than a companion device for mobile professionals though.

April 25, 2014 by Sandra Vogel

Asus Transformer Book T100 review: A netbook in hybrid tablet disguise

The 10.1-inch Transformer Book T100 is a well made and attractively priced hybrid Windows 8.1 tablet. However, its moderate specification and small size make it difficult to recommend as your primary Windows device.

February 27, 2014 by Sandra Vogel

Microsoft Surface Pro 2 review: Better, but too heavy and too expensive

The Haswell-based Surface Pro 2 delivers improved performance and battery life, and its dual-angle kickstand is also welcome. However, the Pro 2's unchanged chassis design feels bulkier and heavier than ever, and it becomes very expensive when fully accessorised.

October 23, 2013 by Charles McLellan

Nokia Lumia 1020 review: A photographer's smartphone

The Lumia 1020 has a truly impressive 41-megapixel camera and a high-quality 4.5-inch AMOLED screen, but many Windows Phone fans might do better with the 920 and a good dedicated camera.

October 2, 2013 by Sandra Vogel

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix review: high-quality tablet/ultrabook

This excellent Windows 8 tablet/ultrabook hybrid has a well-designed keyboard docking mechanism, typically solid build quality and a specification well suited to mainstream business use. It has a hefty price tag, though, and the lack of SD-based storage expansion is perplexing.

September 11, 2013 by Sandra Vogel

Nokia Lumia 925 review

The Lumia 925 is a slimmer and lighter Windows Phone 8 handset than its 920 predecessor, with a neater and more ergonomic design. It lacks integrated wireless charging but supports LTE and NFC, and has an excellent 4.5in. AMOLED screen.

July 30, 2013 by Sandra Vogel

HP ElitePad 900 review

Although it's well built and delivers decent battery life, the ElitePad 900's combination of a basic Atom-based tablet and a range of optional extras is an expensive way to build a work-ready system.

July 29, 2013 by Sandra Vogel

Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 review

The chunky Toughpad FZ-G1 has a high-resolution outdoor-visible screen, is moderately rugged, and delivers decent performance and middling battery life with the standard battery. The biggest drawback, however, is the price.

May 3, 2013 by Charles McLellan

Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 review

Although it's expensive for a moderate-performing Atom-based Windows 8 tablet, the ThinkPad Tablet 2's design and build quality are excellent, while pen support is a real bonus.

April 8, 2013 by Sandra Vogel

Dell Latitude 10 review

The Atom-based Latitude 10 is short on performance, but delivers excellent battery life — especially with the optional 4-cell battery. Although some aspects of the industrial design and build quality could be better, this is a decent business-class Windows 8 tablet.

March 11, 2013 by Charles McLellan