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Microsoft Releases Betas of Windows 8 and Windows Server 8, and Opens up the Windows Store

Microsoft today released betas of Windows 8 and Windows Server 8, and opened up its Windows Store for downloading applications.

Microsoft Offers 'Fix it Center Pro' Beta Service

Microsoft today unveiled a beta of a new service for IT professionals that can scan Windows systems for problems.

UPDATE: 'Office 15' Getting Touch Enhancements

Microsoft is working on a better touch enabling its next-generation productivity suite, code-named "Office 15."

What's To Become of Passwords in Windows 8?

Will facial recognition and photo manipulation replace the traditional password in Microsoft's next OS?

Windows 8 Preview, Visual Studio 11 Beta Set for February 29

Microsoft announced that it's timing its Windows 8 Consumer Preview release with the availability of Visual Studio 11 beta and NET Framework 4.5 beta. set for release Feb. 29.

Windows 8 Adding More Language Options

Microsoft will be providing users with more options for preferred languages in Windows 8.

Microsoft Updates Consumer Vista and Windows 7 Lifecycle Policies

Microsoft this month clarified its lifecycle support for Windows Vista and Windows 7 consumer products, indicating five-year "extended support" dates.

Windows 8 Logo Goes Metro

Microsoft unveiled and explained how it devised its new logo for Windows 8 today.

Microsoft's Windows 8 Vision Centered on Devices and Services

Microsoft thinks about the operating system market in terms of "devices and services," according to the company's chief financial officer.

Microsoft February Security Update Includes 4 'Critical' RCE Fixes

Microsoft today released its Security Update for the month of February, featuring four bulletin items classified as "critical" and five "important."

The Tablet Transition

While the tablet won't be replacing the laptop anytime soon, tablets continue to improve their usability.

Windows 8 on ARM Details Emerge

Microsoft on Thursday provided a lot of clarification about what to expect with Windows 8 on ARM, also known as "WOA."

Windows 8 Designed To Limit Power Loss From Apps

Microsoft explained a bit more about the power-saving capabilities of Windows 8 and how that works with applications.

Microsoft Readying 9 Security Bulletins for February Update

While this month's Patch Tuesday will land on Valentine's Day, Microsoft will be delivering nine not-so-sweet bulletin items.

Windows 8 Consumer Preview Starts February 29

Microsoft will hold a Windows 8 Consumer Preview event on Feb. 29 in Barcelona, Spain.

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