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May 11, 2008 |

Windows Vista fails to win over gamers

Windows Vista fails to win over gamers DirectX 10 was supposed to be the "holy grail" of Vista that would bring gamers in by the droves but this did not happen.  It seems some marginal gains in effects isn’t enough to overcome the headaches of Vista.


May 10, 2008 |

Microsoft lies about Vista being the most secure Windows ever

Microsoft lies about Vista being the most secure Windows everWindows Vista is more susceptible to malware vulnerabilities than its eight-year-old predecessor Windows 2000, according to a recent independent study conducted by PC Tools.


May 9, 2008 |

Microsoft could learn a thing or two from GTA IV for Windows 7 release

Microsoft could learn a thing or two from GTA IV for Windows 7 releaseGrand Theft Auto IV, released by the much acclaimed Take Two Interactive, is one of the most successful pieces of software to ever hit the market. Are there things that long-time software giant Microsoft could learn from the one of the most successful software launches in video game history?


May 8, 2008 |

Vista SP1 may actually hamper market gains

Vista SP1 may actually hamper market gainsWith the public re-release of Vista Service Pack 1 comes a host of new updates including the retirement of the Reduced Functionality Mode.


May 7, 2008 |

Earth to Microsoft: to sell Windows Vista, how about updating Outlook?

Earth to Microsoft: to sell Windows Vista, how about updating Outlook?Selling Windows Vista isn’t just about glassy interfaces, optimizing performance, and let’s not forgot those “gadgets.” Productivity software is just as important to consumers as a “modern” interface, and doing things like overhauling and reinventing applications like Outlook could have just be the key to getting consumers on board with Windows Vista, and might be the cause of some consumers’ dissatisfaction.


May 7, 2008 |

Microsoft Vista SP1 and XP SP3 are back! Let the downloading commence

Microsoft Vista SP1 and XP SP3 are back! Let the downloading commenceAfter compatibility issues last week many of you may already be aware that Vista SP1 and XP SP3 were delayed. They are now back with a vengeance, available for download since last night. I know just how excited you guys are to download these service packs which will greatly enhance your operating system adding much needed fixes, with a side of glitches in Vista SP1’s case.


May 5, 2008 |

Microsoft just can’t get the public to like Windows Vista

Microsoft just can't get the public to like Windows VistaSometimes having the most used operating system in the world still isn’t enough to get buyers to to adopt a system that isn’t catching good vibes from the media. Microsoft seems to be having that very problem with Windows Vista, but there are still a few tricks it can pull in hopes of increasing popularity.


May 5, 2008 |

Windows Vista SP1 offer new glitches on the side

Windows Vista SP1 offer new glitches on the sideUsers testing out the new service pack 1 for Vista are reporting issues when using Windows Update for the latest sound drivers, experiencing problems with no audio after the update. This issue mainly seems to affect users with Sigmatel or now known as IDT high def sounds, which are used quite a bit on Dell’s PCs (mine included).


May 4, 2008 |

Vendors push away Vista and offer XP to stay competitive

Vendors push away Vista and offer XP to stay competitiveMicrosoft announced their plans to retire Windows XP licensing to OEMs and via retail chains by June 30, 2008. However, according to ARN Net some top PC vendors such as Dell are planning on using a loop-hole to get PCs out the door to businesses with XP pre-installed on them rather than Vista. What’s the loop-hole you may ask? The loop-hole is a clause in Vista Ultimate and Vista Business that allows one to downgrade their operating system if the customer wishes to do so.


May 4, 2008 |

Analyst says adopting Windows Vista will become inevitable

Analyst says adopting Windows Vista will become inevitableThough many consumers aren’t suffering the woes of being forced to upgrade to Windows Vista, what with a very suitable XP SP3 readily available, businesses are in an altogether different position. Analysts believe that Microsoft’s halt on distribution of XP to retailers and manufacturers will force businesses to upgrade to Vista, whether they like it or not.


May 3, 2008 |

Cuba snubs Vista for Windows XP on outdated hardware

Cuba snubs Vista in favor of underwhelming Windows XP spec Now that Cuba is out of the control of Fidel Castro and is in the hands of Raul Castro, some things are definitely changing; one of those things is a lift on the ban of computers. Though it’s probably very exciting for Cubans, there’s only 1 model of PC being sold, and its just a bit more than underwhelming.


May 3, 2008 |

Battle of the Windows: Throw away Vista SP1, and keep XP SP3?

Throw away Vista SP1, and keep XP SP3?Skip Vista, and stick with XP? That’s what one reviewer has sugggested after extensive beta testing both service pack 1 for Vista and service pack 3 for XP.


May 1, 2008 |

Yahoo! debuts Windows Vista messaging client beta

Yahoo! debuts Windows Vista messaging client betaFor those of you staying true to Windows Vista, there are a few good alternatives available in the way of instant messaging clients. Yahoo!, maker of a popular instant messaging client among other things, has just released a new beta for Windows Vista, and there are a couple new perks that should entice instant messaging addicts everywhere.


April 30, 2008 |

Microsoft stops delivery of Vista SP1, Windows XP SP3

Microsoft stops delivery of Vista SP1, Windows XP SP3 If you were hoping to get Vista SP1 or Windows XP SP3 installed to your respective operating system, it may take a bit more time.  Microsoft has suspended the delivery of both service packs after some additional compatibility problems were discovered.


April 29, 2008 |

Microsoft’s partners want Vista bashing to stop

Microsoft's partners want Vista bashing to stop It’s amazing that at this juncture that Microsoft still has any partners left but it does and those partners want the company to stop its own bashing of Vista which they say is making selling Vista more difficult; as if it wasn’t hard enough.  Some partners claim recent statements from Microsoft have undermined efforts to sell the operating system.


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