Windows 8 is a bold innovation, melding the worlds of tablets and PCs. Its excellent touch input, an app store, and better performance are compelling, but the changes will be too drastic for some and as a completely new product, a few rough edges remain.
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Microsoft Windows Phone 8
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Microsoft Windows 8.1 Update
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Secrets of the Windows Control Panel
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Microsoft Believes It is Going to Die
For years, people have cried out that "Microsoft is Dead!" Obviously, Redmond believes it. What else explains stupid moves like buying Minecraft and supporting the cloud fad? It's about self-confidence—Microsoft has none.
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Deconstructing Corporate Culture to Find Microsoft's Soul
The real reason Microsoft is getting rid of 18,000 staffers might isn't about efficiency and saving money.
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Windows 8 Gets Down to Business
Finally! Windows 8 news about Microsoft's most dedicated customer base: business.
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Windows 8 Is a Desktop Disaster
Windows 8 was designed to work with touch-equipped PCs?and feels like it when used on anything else.
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Microsoft Windows Phone 8
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Get Windows 8 for Cheap While You Can
Windows 8 upgrade pricing set to rise to Windows 7 levels: $119.99 for regular, $199.99 for Pro.
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IE11 Embraces Competitors' Standards in Windows 8.1
Support for WebGL and SPDY make belated appearance in Internet Explorer, while it leads in touch input.
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For Desktop Users, Windows 8.1 Is Not Worth an Upgrade
Microsoft has made significant strides with the latest version of its revamped operating system, but keyboard-and-mouse using desktop users still have no reason to cheer.
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Windows 8.1 Leaks Show Off Much-Needed Tweaks
Leaked Windows 8.1 Update 1 screens show Microsoft moving towards a more intuitive interface.
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Microsoft Windows 8.1 Update
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Microsoft Goes After iOS, Android With Universal Apps
Windows Phone and Windows 8 together make a more attractive proposition for would-be developers; throwing in the Xbox One could be a game changer.
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