Microsoft Releases New Embedded Operating Systems -- Redmondmag.com

The excitement was almost palpable last week as Microsoft rolled out Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 and Windows Embedded POSReady 7. And, yes, we crack up every time we see the abbreviation "POS."

Posted by Lee Pender on 01/19/2011 at 1:23 PM

Surface and ARM: Why Microsoft Shouldn't Follow Apple's Lead and Dump Intel

Microsoft's current Surface flagship, the Surface Pro X, already runs on ARM. But as the ill-fated Surface RT showed, going all-in on ARM never did Microsoft many favors.
IT Security Isn't Supposed To Be Easy

Joey explains why it's worth it to endure a little inconvenience for the long-term benefits of a password manager and multifactor authentication.
Microsoft Makes It Easier To Self-Provision PCs via Windows Autopilot When VPNs Are Used

Microsoft announced this week that the Windows Autopilot service used with Microsoft Intune now supports enrolling devices, even in cases where virtual private networks (VPNs) might get in the way.
Most Microsoft Retail Locations To Shut Down

Microsoft is pivoting its retail operations to focus more on online sales, a plan that would mean the closing of most physical Microsoft Store locations.