Windows stories - Page 24
Microsoft NZ named official Rugby World Cup sponsor
Tue, 29th Mar 2011
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Microsoft NZ secures its spot as the official Rugby World Cup sponsor, promising a tech-forward experience with cutting-edge software and cloud services.
No Microsoft tablet until 2012
Mon, 7th Mar 2011
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google
Microsoft to miss the 2011 tablet craze, plans Windows rival for Apple and Google in 2012, says Business Week.
Windows 7 Service pack 1 goes live
Wed, 23rd Feb 2011
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Microsoft releases Windows 7 Service Pack 1 which it says will provide ongoing improvements to the operating system.
Microsoft to drop 'Autorun'
Fri, 11th Feb 2011
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malware
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cybersecurity
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Software giant aims to reduce the number of ways in which malware can infect PCs by turning off the Autorun and Autoplay functions.
Skype launches premium enterprise features
Mon, 10th Jan 2011
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Version 5.1 for Windows PCs now offers group video calls between three to ten people for a monthly subscription.
Intel financials set new records
Thu, 14th Oct 2010
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r&d
Intel reports record-breaking Q3 with 18% revenue spike to USD $11.1bn, driven by corporate demand and growth in emerging markets, says CEO Paul Otellini.
MS readies 49 security updates
Mon, 11th Oct 2010
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Microsoft to release a record 49 security updates this Tuesday, marking its largest ever Patch Tuesday to bolster Windows, IE, and more.
Windows Phone 7 hits RTM - 'We are ready'
Fri, 3rd Sep 2010
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Windows Phone 7 reaches RTM, marking a pivotal milestone, as Terry Myerson reveals it's Microsoft's most tested mobile platform to date.
PC out of puff?
Tue, 24th Aug 2010
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personal computing devices
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pc hardware
Is your PC slowing down? iolo technologies' System Mechanic Business promises to restore speed and efficiency to aging computers.
Windows Messenger connects to Facebook
Wed, 18th Aug 2010
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facebook
Windows Live Messenger now offers Facebook chat, connecting ~300 million users with Facebook's ~500 million, starting in select countries.
Xbox Live support for Windows Phone 7
Tue, 17th Aug 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft launches Xbox Live games for Windows Phone 7, promising a unique mobile gaming experience with top titles.
IE9 available soon
Mon, 16th Aug 2010
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trade me
Microsoft has announced that the beta version of its new web browser, Internet Explorer 9, will be available for download soon.
Google simplifies Chrome deployment for businesses
Wed, 11th Aug 2010
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retailers
Google introduces MSI for Chrome, simplifying mass installations for businesses and aiming to boost its browser market presence.
HACKER’S DELIGHT: HACKS YOU CAN DO IN 5 MINUTES OR LESS
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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kiwibank
Here are ten (plus a few more) hacks that will get you well on the way to becoming a bona fide hacker in no time.
Microsoft to plug 34 holes
Tue, 8th Jun 2010
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Microsoft gears up to address 34 vulnerabilities in June's Patch Tuesday, six affecting Windows and two targeting Office. Critical updates included.
Patch Tuesday due this week
Sun, 9th May 2010
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Microsoft will fix two vulnerabilities it considers<br />critical, when it issues its monthly Patch Tuesday update this week.
Locking the bathroom window
Sat, 1st May 2010
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firewalls
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data protection
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network infrastructure
Endpoint security is crucial. Like securing bathroom windows in a house, neglecting PoS terminals and embedded devices leaves your network exposed.
Another big Microsoft Patch Tuesday coming
Mon, 12th Apr 2010
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security vulnerabilities
Microsoft's upcoming Patch Tuesday targets 25 vulnerabilities, with fixes for Windows and Office critical for user security.
Microsoft raids reseller
Wed, 7th Apr 2010
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software
Pirated copies of Windows and Office have been confiscated after Microsoft and UAE authorities raid a city reseller.
Support ending soon for some Windows users
Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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support
Microsoft has issued use-by deadlines for more Windows<br />products - meaning full support for them will soon cease.