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Microsoft goes public with Windows 8.1 upgrade policies
Microsoft is sharing more on how existing Windows 8 and Windows RT users will be able to upgrade to Windows 8.1 "Blue" preview and final.
Windows 8.1 revealed in new Microsoft video
A video tour of Microsoft's upcoming update shines a light on improvements to the Start screen, the search tool and more.
Microsoft's harsh anti-Google ad 'leaks' onto YouTube
A strong anti-Google ad intended only for internal laughs at Microsoft has mysteriously leaked onto YouTube during Google I/O.
Microsoft responds to 'extreme' Windows 8 criticism
Microsoft has posted a rebuttal to the mounting attacks on the company and Windows 8.
Microsoft rolling out two-factor authentication
Microsoft is joining the two-factor authentication ranks, adding support for this security mechanism across products and services accessible via a Microsoft Account.
Microsoft said to be readying public preview of Windows Blue
Microsoft's Windows Blue operating system update is rumoured to be coming in the next couple of months.
Microsoft pushes subscription model for Office 2013
Now available for download, Office 2013 comes in a wide variety of versions. But Microsoft is hoping that you'll skip the one-time fee for a subscription model, which will deliver lots of updates t...
Microsoft gets help to offer Gmail users better SkyDrive access
Microsoft is working with Attachments.me to make it easier for developers to integrate SkyDrive directly into their non-Microsoft-specific apps and sites.
Microsoft SkyDrive gets fresh coat of paint
A new updated and more "modern" version of Microsoft's SkyDrive storage service is rolling out over the next 24 hours.
Microsoft Office 2013: goodbye add-ins, bring on the apps
Microsoft is asking for developers to "think different" when developing apps for Office 2013, SharePoint 2013 and their respective stores.
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Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft makes an aggressive, forward-thinking and bold statement for the future of PCs with Windows 8, and the vast security and speed improvements more than justify the US$40 upgrade price. 11
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Office 365
Office 365 is off to a good start, offering basic office suite tools most workers can pick up and use right away because of the familiar feel of Office products. 1
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Internet Explorer 9
This is not only the best version of IE to date, but it will catapult Internet Explorer back into the thick of the browser wars. 18
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Office 2011 for Mac
Microsoft made a big leap with this latest version for the Mac — not only has it nearly reached feature parity with the Mac counterparts to Word, Excel and PowerPoint, but it has finally added Outlook, the email and scheduling client Mac business fans have been clamouring for for years. 5
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Windows 7 pre-beta (build 6801)
At first glance, Windows 7 appears to be an advanced iteration of Windows Vista, but more consumer-friendly, with many user interface enhancements. 21
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Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2
Microsoft's release should retain its browser base but doesn't yet have enough to lure loyal Firefox users back to Internet Explorer. 11
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Microsoft Windows Vista SP1
Microsoft pushes its first service pack for Vista out the door. Is it a salvation, a non-event or a flop? 8
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Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac (Special Media Edition)
Office 2008 for Mac may be the best pick for business users, but most people can get by with less expensive alternatives. 1
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Windows Live Hotmail
Drag-and-drop message organisation and a built-in MP3 player are among the notable new features to this radical overhaul of Hotmail. 11
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