Windows HPC Server 2008 Goes Beta
Applications Article Published November 17, 2009
Microsoft has moved Windows HPC Server 2008 R2 -- the server tuned for HPC settings -- into beta testing.

Hacker Claims First Windows 7 'Zero Day'
Security Article Published November 13, 2009
A hacker who discovered a problem in the Windows 7 RC has published proof-of-concept code to cause crashes in the current release.

It's Free: Microsoft's Ad-Supported Office 2010
Features Article Published November 13, 2009
Volunteers will start testing a free, ad-supported version of Microsoft's flagship Office 2010 software.

Survey: Netbooks and Windows 7 'Starter'?
Mobile/Wireless Article Published November 12, 2009
Netbook buyers say they prefer a more feature-rich version of Windows 7.

Fewer Holes Fixed by Patch Tuesday
Security Article Published November 11, 2009
November's patch drop, smaller than in recent months, did not need to release any fixes for Windows 7.

GPL Worries Shuts Down Windows 7 Tool
Open Source Article Published November 11, 2009
The Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool is no longer available on the Microsoft Store site due to concerns over possible GPL violations.

Microsoft Nixes Win 7 'Full Upgrade' Hack
Applications Article Published October 30, 2009
Though it's possible to install the Windows 7 Upgrade package on a PC that doesn't already have a qualifying version of Windows installed, it's not allowed.

Two Studies: IT Set to Adopt Windows 7
Features Article Published October 20, 2009
Windows 7 will become the new standard for most commercial PCs within 12 months, according to recent reports.

Microsoft to Ship 13 Bug Patches, 8 'Critical'
Security Article Published October 09, 2009
This coming Patch Tuesday will fix the largest number of security holes ever.

Microsoft Opens Massive Chicago Datacenter
Data Storage Article Published October 02, 2009
The massive facility is part of Microsoft's cloud computing initiative.

Steve Ballmer Describes Tech's "New Normal"
Features Article Published October 01, 2009
The economic calamity has created a lowered sense of expectations, opines the Microsoft CEO.

Microsoft Acquires 'Desktop Supercomputing'
Applications Article Published September 23, 2009
Microsoft's purchase of Interactive Supercomputing will short up its move in high performance computing.

Windows 7 Install Time Varies Wildly
Applications Article Published September 15, 2009
While most users can upgrade within 30 minutes, the worst case scenario for a power user is 21 hours.

MSFT Makes WIndows 7 TCO Claim
Applications Article Published September 15, 2009
As the marketing battle heats up, Microsoft claims that Windows 7's total cost of ownership enables cost savings.

Microsoft Defends Its Netbook Efforts
Mobile/Wireless Article Published September 10, 2009
While some critics claim Microsoft is behind the curve on the booming netbook market, the software giant says otherwise.

Virtualization Market: MSFT Gaining on VMware?
Networks Article Published August 28, 2009
A new report indicates that while VMware maintains a solid lead in the virtualization market, Microsoft is gaining ground in at least one area.

Windows 7 Netbook Batteries: Below XP
Mobile/Wireless Article Published August 26, 2009
Tests by leading tech publications indicate that batteries on netbooks running Windows 7 will have a shorter life than those with XP.

Microsoft OneApp Targets Mobile Cloud
Networks Article Published August 25, 2009
Microsoft's OneApp will enable mobile phone owners to run some smartphone apps by hosting them in the cloud.