Microsoft described today how those not currently running Windows 8 can purchase the forthcoming Windows 8.1 operating system from online and retail stores.
Microsoft today issued the release-to-manufacturing version of Windows 8.1 Enterprise Edition to its TechNet and MSDN subscribers.
Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 8.1 displays JPEG graphics faster than previous IE browsers, Microsoft claims.
The research and consulting firm suggests three plans to deal with Windows 8.1.
Tablet shipments will start to surpass PC shipments in the fourth quarter of this year, according to IDC.
Microsoft's September patch includes 13 items and addresses 47 flaws.
Microsoft today offered its MSDN and TechNet subscribers access to the release-to-manufacturing (RTM) ISO builds of its latest flagship operating systems.
The most important bulletins include fixes for SharePoint and Microsoft Office.
The end of support doesn't mean the end of support options for those willing to pay.
According to insider sources, Microsoft's Windows 8 upgrade, scheduled for release on Oct. 17, has hit the release-to-manufacturing (RTM) milestone.
A German government agency indicated yesterday that is it investigating issues associated with using Windows 8 and the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0.
Arkoon Network Security is planning to roll out its ExtendedXP product this fall for those organizations that just can't get off Windows XP.
The first major update to Microsoft's embedded operating system for intelligent devices, Windows Embedded 8 Industry, will reach original equipment manufacturers on Oct. 18, Microsoft announced late last week.
Microsoft this week cautioned organizations about continuing to use Windows XP after its "extended support" phase ends.
Microsoft is developing a new "restricted administration mode" security measure for use with its Remote Desktop Protocol.