Windows 8 is Microsoft's most critical launch since 1995 as it unifies mobile and PC computing.
Microsoft's Windows 10 officially still has not yet crossed the 700 million 'active device' line. It's still almost there, as it has been for months now.
As Windows 10 approaches its third birthday, it's maturing steadily. A worldwide installed base of more than 700 million active users is impressive, but what will it take to convince Windows 7 users to switch? Here's my report card.
The built-in Windows 10 Share pane includes a new option, beginning with the April 2018 Update. Select a file or photo, click Share, and send it directly to a nearby Windows 10 PC.
Chrome 67 for Mac, Windows has just added extra defences against Spectre-style data-stealing attacks.
Two new ways to assault computers using Spectre-style attacks have been discovered. These can be used against any operating system running on AMD, ARM, and Intel processors. UPDATED: July 13, AMD comments on issue.
Windows 10 test build 17713 includes a bunch of new Notepad features, along with Edge, Defender Application Guard and other tweaks, fixes and updates.
Employee collaboration is increasingly critical for business success, and SharePoint is one of the tools that makes it possible. This ebook offers an overview of SharePoint's features, common use cases,...
The 12.3-inch convertible is one of the first Windows 10 devices powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 processor, which promises up to 20 hours of battery life.
There's a lot to like about Microsoft's new Surface Go, but does it stand a chance against the behemoth that is Apple's iPad?
A curated list of the best sites for support information about Windows 10.
Microsoft lifts block on Dell Alienware PCs receiving the Windows 10 April 2018 Update.
Is your PC suffering from insomnia? Does it wake up almost immediately after you tell it to go to sleep? Try generating a Power Efficiency Diagnostics Report to find the problem.
More details emerge about Microsoft's budget Surface tablets.
Are you a Windows power-user? You can get and install Linux Mint running on your PC -- either to try it out or as a replacement for Windows.
Microsoft's rumored portable Surface 'Andromeda' device and the AndromedaOS software that would power it aren't looking like 2018 deliverables. It's back to the drawing board, sources say.
Microsoft expects to roll out to all OneDrive for Business users on Windows 7, 8 and 10 by the end of July a new content-migration feature, Known File Migration.
macOS is a great platform, but there are times when some Mac users still need access to Windows and Windows apps.
The latest Windows 10 feature update includes the first public release of the Timeline feature as well as dozens of smaller enhancements to the Windows 10 user experience. Here's what you can expect.
The Cortana web service is tightly tied to Windows 10, which means you can get instant answers to some common questions and calculations without having to open a web browser. Here are 16 tricks that work directly in the Windows 10 search box.
In the early days of the PC revolution, Microsoft aggressively pursued the consumer market with products and services built for fun and games. In recent years, with the notable exception of Xbox and related gaming products, Microsoft has been killing off those products. Here's a look at the departed.
If you need to navigate regularly between Linux and the Windows world, there are many applications that can make your job easier. We spotlight 21 quality applications that will pave the way.
Like the look of Apple's new iMac Pro workstation, but you're a Windows user so macOS is a no-go zone for you? No worries! You can get all the power and performance of the iMac Pro while still being able to run Windows.
Want to use the Windows BitLocker feature but there's no TPM in your PC? No problems. Here's how you can fit one yourself for under $20.
Sometimes, Windows can be very frustrating. These are my 15 go-to tools for eliminating annoyances.
Those who want a Windows powered laptop don't have to feel jealous of those who choose the macOS path, because there are some truly awesome Windows 10 laptops available.
How well do you know the ins and outs of Microsoft's flagship operating system? Every week, Windows expert Ed Bott delivers a new trick or shortcut. We've collected his most popular tips.
Looking to build a cheap Windows 10 PC? Here are the components you need to build a system that comes in at $400, including Windows 10! As always, shop around for the best deal on components, and remember that component prices change regularly. (Updated November 2016)
In "go big or go home" world of tech, these products went home.
Many professionals find themselves working on both Macs and PCs. If your work requires you to jump back and forth between Windows and Mac systems, here are some apps that will make your life easier.
A selection of powerful laptops to boost your productivity. Here are laptops and 2-in-1 systems from Microsoft, Dell, Lenovo, Apple, Asus, and HP to suit most budgets.
Looking to build a cheap Windows 10 PC? Here are the components you need to build a system that comes in at $400, including Windows 10! As always, shop around for the best deal on components, and remember that component prices change regularly.
Microsoft explains how it decides whether a vulnerability will be patched swiftly or left for a version update.
While Microsoft's desktop operating system continues to be a key fixture of enterprise computing environments, it faces extinction at home. And Redmond seems perfectly fine with that.
Developers of Windows 10 apps to get 95 percent of revenue earned in the Microsoft Store, with a few catches.
As of May 20, 2018, Microsoft will no longer make Teams, Yammer, and Skype for Business apps available for download from the Microsoft Store and will no longer support them.
AMD has released microcode updates for Spectre variant 2 that require Microsoft's latest Windows 10 patch.
Microsoft's open-source tool should make it easier to run distros on Windows 10's Windows Subsystem for Linux.
The volume of malware seen on Windows 10 devices is far lower than on Windows 7 machines, according to one security firm.
Attackers can use a protocol bug in Windows RDP to steal session authentication and take over a network domain.
The complex malware infects PCs via files downloaded from compromised routers.
Microsoft has blocked a malware outbreak that could have earned big bucks for one criminal group.
Microsoft dismantles government-grade malware to improve Windows and Office 365 defenses.
Microsoft's February patches include its mitigations for Meltdown-Spectre CPU attacks in its Security Only update.
Microsoft and Fujitsu have teamed up to enable palm-vein authentication on Windows 10 as part of Windows Hello.
Two and a half years after its release, Microsoft's latest OS is now top dog.
Microsoft offers Windows and Android developers a new Garage Project app to prototype software faster.
This barebones Insider preview of the next full version of Windows Server gives glimpses of the hybrid, hyperconverged future. However, we'll have to wait for more substantive builds to flesh out key scenarios.
Despite its innovative dual-lens camera system, the P9 doesn't threaten today's leading flagship smartphones. However, it wouldn't take much to turn the P-series into a genuine challenger.
Most of the compromises ASUS has made to achieve an affordable price point for this 14-inch Windows laptop are acceptable, but it's short on SSD storage and the screen quality is disappointing.
This business laptop crams two batteries in a svelte yet rugged form to make it easy to take it on the road.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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