Windows stories - Page 24

Microsoft's operating system celebrated through Forbes magazine history timeline, documenting 27 facts over 27 years.

Windows 8 courts developers with vast opportunities, yet battles low app count and uncertain consumer appeal, posing a post-PC era challenge.

Windows 8 is a make or break moment for Microsoft, but the new operating system has its good, bad, and ugly points.

Release of Windows 8 presents massive opportunities particularly for those developers who are quick to create apps for the new platform.

Exol parts ways with Dell after a 3-year partnership, making waves by joining forces with Fujitsu to distribute its tech range in NZ.

Microsoft rolls out IE10 preview for Windows 7, promising improved performance but says it won't vastly differ from IE9.

Steven Sinofsky leaves as Windows executives Julie Larson-Green and Tami Reller take expanded roles in company shake-up.

Bitdefender finds Windows 8 prone to malware, with a 15% vulnerability rate even with Windows Defender activated.

Microsoft lands a £9.8m deal with the Environmental Protection Agency, marking a significant cloud victory with Office 365 set to empower 25,000 employees.

SurfCast sues Microsoft over patent infringement of 'live' tiles in Windows 8, demanding damages as tension surrounds the new OS's innovative feature.

Microsoft has sold four million upgrades for Windows 8 since its launch three days ago, according to CEO Steve Balmer.

Offering consumers protection of their digital lives on all Windows 8 compatible devices at home or on the go.

Microsoft debuts Windows Phone 8, offering a personal phone experience that connects people and things that matter most.

New Zealand-based MEA Mobile launches its iSupr8 vintage film app for Windows 8, expanding their iOS expertise to Microsoft's new platform.

Auckland man makes history, purchasing the world's first copy of Windows 8 at Harvey Norman's, eager for its innovative features.

Microsoft launches Windows 8, its biggest overhaul in 20 years, outshining Windows 95's legacy, says CEO Ballmer in Auckland.

Skype unveils its Windows 8 version, marking its first major update since joining Microsoft. The app promises to be always on, seamless, and user-friendly.

Samsung New Zealand unveils the ATIV Smart PC and Smart PC Pro, versatile devices running Windows 8, priced from NZD $1,299 and NZD $1,999 respectively.

Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.

Windows 8 introduces a touchscreen interface and a host of new apps, marking Microsoft's biggest OS update since Windows 95.