Windows 7 requirements in line with Vista's; release candidate offers way to run XP softwareMay 1st, 2009 Microsoft's Windows 7 test implies holiday launchSEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. has released a near-final version of the Windows 7 operating system that adds a few new features, including a way to run Windows XP applications.
Microsoft's Windows 7 to debut on Oct 22June 3rd, 2009 SAN FRANCISCO - Microsoft said Tuesday that it will debut its new operating system Oct 22 as it seeks to block a growing challenge from Google, Apple, and the open-source Linux operating system. The world's largest software company is releasing Windows 7 just 33 months after launching Windows Vista which has been widely panned for its demanding hardware requirements and slow response time.
Hey Europe, here comes Windows 7 without Internet Explorer, officiallyJune 12th, 2009 Microsoft is to strip its Internet Explorer browser from the new version of its Windows 7 operating system that it sells in Europe, the company announced Thursday. Microsoft said the move was designed to meet criticism from European Union (EU) regulators who have launched an investigation into whether bundling the browser with the operating system is in breach of European anti-trust rules.
How To Purchase Dell Computers Without Windows Vista & Microsoft SoftwareMarch 12th, 2008 I had a hard time in selecting a Dell configuration from their website without Microsoft Windows Vista or other Microsoft software. We are a Linux house and have no need for Microsoft products on our machine.
EU says Microsoft has offered concessions in effort to settle Internet Explorer antitrust caseJuly 24th, 2009 EU: Microsoft is trying to settle web browser caseBRUSSELS — European Union regulators say Microsoft Corp. is making concessions on its web browser to avoid new antitrust fines.
How to Download Norton Internet Security 2010 FreeJuly 21st, 2009 Just a week after releasing the beta test version of Norton AntiVirus 2010, Symantec has come up with the Internet Security 2010 Beta. Syamantec's revamped Norton Internet Security 2010 provides a faster and more effective security solution.
Windows 7 hack: Migrate Windows Mail from VistaJune 6th, 2009 Microsoft had introduced a new free email and newsgroup client in Windows Vista, Windows Mail. It succeeded Microsoft's long grown Outlook Express.
MS Windows: Longhorn's Most Useful Feature Now Available in Windows XP for FreeJuly 21st, 2005 Microsoft recently claimed Longhorn will be faster than XP. The Inquirer shows how you can have that speed boost in Windows XP too.
Buy a Vista, Get a Windows 7 Free!June 26th, 2009 Voila! Microsoft let all the jaw drops with a new announcement on Windows 7. The Redmond company declared today that consumers who buy the Vista PCs before the launch of Windows 7 operating system will get a free upgrade to the new OS - Windows 7.
Microsoft sends final Windows 7 code to manufacturers, promises smooth transition for PC usersJuly 22nd, 2009 Microsoft says Windows 7 is ready for PC companiesSEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. says Windows 7 is complete.
At a glance, some guidance for the launch of the new Windows operating system for PCsOctober 21st, 2009 A brief guide to switching to Windows 7Windows 7 is now available on new PCs, but you also can buy it for a computer you already own. First you'd want to run a software exam called the Upgrade Advisor to see whether your machine has enough memory and computing power to handle Windows 7.
Microsoft Ventures Into Robotics With Microsoft Robotics StudioJune 21st, 2006 Microsoft Robotics Studio aims to create common technological underpinnings for relatively fragmented robotics industry. It is intended for use with a wide range of robots, from those in factories to the growing number of consumer oriented robots.
Google announces own operating system to take on MicrosoftJuly 8th, 2009 NEW YORK - Internet giant Google announced Wednesday the arrival of its own computer operating system, initially designed for use with Netbook computers. Google Chrome OS, based on the company's nine-month old browser software, is to be available to consumers from the second half of 2010, a statement on Google's blog said.
I am a PC and I use Fedora (Linux)October 21st, 2008 What is it with Microsoft & Apple? PC doesn't mean Microsoft Windows anymore. You can use a PC and still use Linux, BSD or even Mac.
Microsoft gains momentum in mobile pushFebruary 16th, 2009 SAN FRANCISCO - Playing catch-up to rivals such as Apple and Google, Microsoft Monday beefed up its push into mobile business, touting new services and winning fresh support from handset makers. The software giant announced that at the Mobile World Congress being held in Barcelona, Spain, the company and its key mobile partners were unveiling new smartphones with upgraded Microsoft software.