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Gigabyte intros Windows 8 tablets, one with HD screen and Ivy Bridge

Gigabyte intros Windows 8 tablets, one with HD screen and Ivy Bridge
  • Posted January 11, 2013, 8:30 AM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • Gigabyte has unveiled a couple of new Windows 8 tablets at CES that don't seem destined to shake up the industry, but still manage to differentiate themselves. First up, the S1185 is equipped with an 11.6-inch 1920x1080 IPS display, an…

Windows 8, IE10 suffer multiple critical zero-day vulnerabilities

Windows 8, IE10 suffer multiple critical zero-day vulnerabilities
  • Posted November 5, 2012, 7:00 PM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Microsoft, IT Security
  • Researchers at Vupen, a private security firm based in France, claim to have found multiple, critical vulnerabilities in Windows 8 and Internet Explorer 10. The team's exploits allow hackers to remotely execute code, allowing crafty individuals to potentially gain control…

Windows 8 blocks users from hiding Metro Start Screen after logon

Windows 8 blocks users from hiding Metro Start Screen after logon
  • Posted August 6, 2012, 3:38 PM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Software, Microsoft
  • With the announcement of Windows 8 reaching its RTM milestone, the final and polished version of the OS has been finding its way to various unauthorized channels of distribution. According to individuals who have managed to procure Microsoft's "latest and…

Windows 8 Preview users can upgrade to final version for $39.99

Windows 8 Preview users can upgrade to final version for $39.99
  • Posted July 6, 2012, 6:00 PM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Microsoft, Software
  • Earlier this week, we mentioned that Microsoft would be coughing up Windows 8 upgrades for the bargain price of $39.99. That's a fine deal, but it looks like Windows 8 Release Preview testers will get the same offer. That's right…

Microsoft SkyDrive update adds Windows 8 sync, other improvements

Microsoft SkyDrive update adds Windows 8 sync, other improvements
  • Posted May 31, 2012, 5:30 PM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Software, Microsoft
  • The client software for SkyDrive, Microsoft's cloud storage solution, has been updated for both Windows and Mac OS X. Build 16.4.4111.0525 adds improved Windows 8 integration, specifically with photos and goes on to address a number of bugs and quirks.…

Rumor: Windows 8 RC will launch June 1, will ship with Adobe Flash

Rumor: Windows 8 RC will launch June 1, will ship with Adobe Flash
  • Posted May 23, 2012, 6:00 PM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Microsoft, Software
  • Neowin reports that well-known Windows insider "Canouna" has tweeted the intended launch date for the official Release Preview (i.e. Release Candidate) of Windows 8. According to the source, the Windows 8 RC will be available on June 1. This latest…

Windows 8 removes need for 'F8' key, advanced boot menu redesigned

Windows 8 removes need for
  • Posted May 23, 2012, 3:00 PM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Microsoft, Software With Video
  • On Microsoft's MSDN blog, the company has revealed in great detail some of the changes we can expect to see to boot options inherent in Windows 8. Most notably, gone are the days of tapping F8 repeatedly. Also gone is…

Windows 8 editions revealed: Two retail, one for ARM, one for enterprise

Windows 8 editions revealed: Two retail, one for ARM, one for enterprise
  • Posted April 16, 2012, 8:39 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Microsoft, Software
  • Confirming previous rumors about simplified SKUs, Microsoft has announced that its latest operating system will come in three consumer flavors: Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro and Windows RT (stands for runtime). The first two will be available at retail, while the third will...

Windows 8: Microsoft shows off "sensor fusion" support

Windows 8: Microsoft shows off "sensor fusion" support
  • Posted January 26, 2012, 7:30 AM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Microsoft, Software With Video
  • Expecting its Windows 8 operating system to end up on tablets, Microsoft is gearing up its next generation platform to include improved sensor support. Dubbed "sensor fusion", Microsoft illustrates their journey and experimentation with sensors on Windows 8 blog.

Windows 8 adds RAID-like storage pooling and fault tolerance

Windows 8 adds RAID-like storage pooling and fault tolerance
  • Posted January 6, 2012, 6:00 PM by Rick Burgess | Filed in Microsoft, Software
  • An interesting article has been posted to the MSDN blog, thoroughly outlining a new Windows 8 feature called "Storage Spaces". The technology will allow users to create a single storage volume from multiple storage devices. The feature also allows users to…

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